Drop-in Child & Youth
Come enjoy your favourite sports and activities; no experience or skill level required, and everyone is welcome to join! Drop-in programs are included in a membership and offer greats ways to stay active, try something new and meet new people. Please check the program schedule for a full list of all offerings at Peter Gilgan Family YMCA.
Arts & Crafts
Allows younger children to discover their artistic potential with daily crafts, games, activities and toys in a quiet environment.
Ages: 3-5 years
Fee: Included with membership, Drop-in – No registration required
*Participating children must be potty trained.
Arts & Crafts
Creative FUN is a weekly class to explore your creativity in different ways and keep it FUN! Each week we will make crafts with beads, enjoy music, and make memories with friends while exploring the FUN to be had in a happy creative setting. Join us as we do all things FUN!
Ages: 6-12 years
Fee: Included with membership, Drop-in – No registration required
*Participating children must be potty trained.
Creative FUN
Creative FUN is a weekly class to explore your creativity in different ways and keeping it FUN! Each week we’ll either make crafts, enjoy music, sing karaoke, and make memories with friends while exploring the FUN to be had in a happy creative setting. Join us as we do all things fun!
Ages: 6-12 years
Fee: Included with membership, Drop-in – No registration required
Dodgeball
Popular growing sport. Dodgeball is an interactive fun game for youth.
Ages: 6-12 years
Fee: Included with membership, Drop-in – No registration required
Family Basketball
Come with your family to shoot hoops, work on your game or join a pick-up game. This is a self-supervised session, so everyone is asked to play safely and follow YMCA etiquette. All levels of players are welcome to join. Please wear appropriate footwear and attire while playing. YMCA Basketballs are available to use, or you are welcome to bring your own.
Family Pickleball
This family drop-in program is for those interested in learning and playing pickleball. All levels of players are welcome to join. Paddles and pickleballs are provided or you are welcome to bring your own. Fair and respectful play, and even court rotation are expected throughout the session. Please wear appropriate court shoes and attire when playing.
Family Nights
Come spend a Friday Night at the YMCA. You can play sports, get a workout in, go for a swim, do some arts and crafts, watch a movie, play ping pong or just hang out with your friends and meet some new people.
Ages: 13-18 years
Family Play Centre
The YMCA of Oakville’s new Family Play Centre is a cool spot where children can play and families can connect in a safe and fun environment. There are activities for children of all ages.
Ages: 2+ years
Fee: Included with membership, Drop-in – Signed waiver required
Family Sports
Play with your little ones in our gym on Saturday mornings. Have fun going through mazes, climbing on mats, riding bikes and trikes, playing sports or with toys. Membership required for children or buy a day pass to enjoy your active time!
Ages: 2+ years
Fee: Included with membership, Drop-in – No registration required
Fun & Games
Game On emphasizes having fun in a program that incorporates movement, problem solving and creativity. Participants will play a variety of sports and games, both physical and mental, that help promote a healthy and active lifestyle.
Ages: 6-12 years
Fee: Included with membership, Drop-in – No registration required
Homeschool Game On
Homeschool Game On is offered during the afternoon for homeschooled kids to come together and enjoy engaging in healthy activities based on sports, gym games, creative play and more.
Homeschool Game On is a great place to meet new friends, create long lasting relationships and experience the importance of a healthy living.
Ages: 6-12 years
Fee: Included with membership, Drop-in – No registration required
Preschool Play
Preschool Play consists of activities that encourage children to move and have fun. It also has quiet creative times of colouring, circle time and playing with age-appropriate toys and games.
Ages: 3-5 years*
Fee: Included with membership, Drop-in – No registration required
*Participating children must be potty-trained.
Sports Mix®
Different sports each week such as floor hockey, spike ball, dodgeball, volleyball, soccer, pickleball, badminton and basketball.
Ages: 10-16 years
Fee: Included with membership, Drop-in – No registration required
For a full list of drop-in sports and recreation offerings at the YMCA of Oakville, check our programs schedule.