Child & Youth Programs

6-14 YEARS OLD

Our Child & Youth programs are developed to enhance your child’s daily life through recreational activities in a way they may not have the opportunity to experience at school. We have a variety of genres including Arts, Science, Active/Gym activities, Sports, Dance, Gymnastics, Mind/Body and much more. We encourage your child to try new activities and start an activity at any age in a non-competitive, and supportive environment. Youth ages 9-14 can access the Fitness Centre by completing a Youth Fitness Orientation. Check our Program Guide for more information on the classes we offer, times, and costs.

 

Registered Child & Youth Programs

Intro to Jazz (5-8 yrs)

This class is an exploration of rooted Jazz, including styles of Swing, Latin, Funk, Tap and more! Introducing Jazz music that brings out your child’s inner groove and style.

Ballet and Stretch (5-8 yrs)

Exploring Classical Ballet through basic fundamentals, body awareness, and creative movement. This class will include traditional ballet techniques including barre, center exercises, and variations. Come to dance and have fun!

Feet & Fins (6-9 yrs)

We start out with sports and games in the gym and finish with a swim lesson geared towards Swimmer Levels 1-3. Parents are asked to meet on the pool deck 5 minutes prior to the end of class.

Swim Lesson 7:00-7:30

Kids Lyrical Dance (7-10 yrs)

Combination of Ballet technique with jazz and modern style. Creative movement connects mind to their body through fluid dance movements. This style of dance improves coordination and rhythm.

Yoga: Youth (age 6-8)

Come let your kid make weird animal shapes on a rubber mat! Yoga makes for a great kid-friendly activity that helps youth improve strength, stamina and flexibility. The physical benefits are many, but yoga for kids also helps teach life-long skills in stress management, self-esteem and body image, increased concentration and focus, and introduces holistic wellness.

Yoga: Youth (age 9-11)

Come let your kid make weird animal shapes on a rubber mat! Yoga makes for a great kid-friendly activity that helps youth improve strength, stamina and flexibility. The physical benefits are many, but yoga for kids also helps teach life-long skills in stress management, self-esteem and body image, increased concentration and focus, and introduces holistic wellness.

Young Rembrandts (6-12 yrs)

It’s springtime and that can mean only one thing, it’s time to register for our new spring classes. If you think your student is wanting to be an architect, they will love our city skyline lesson. Learning to develop and apply patterns is the focus as our artists venture out into the wild as they create an intricate zebra drawing. Later, our students will learn about cool and warm colors with the patterned flowers lesson and realism with the tower bridge and our art history lesson focusing on Gustav Klimt. Of course, it wouldn’t be spring without a drawing of new baby bunnies and a fawn. And you do not want to miss out on a brand-new drawing, fresh off Ms. Bette’s desk, a beautiful Indian bride. Hurry up and sign up today!

Young Rembrandts Cartooning (6-12 yrs)

There’s no better way to get a jump on spring than with our creative and fun Young Rembrandts cartoon classes. Hop into the month of April with our funny frogs’ drawings. Your heart will smile when you see the cute and cuddly creatures your student will draw in our baby animals and waiting dogs sequences. Who knew that our food was so silly, we will be drawing up ice cream characters and lively lunches. And it doesn’t stop there; our lively cartoon class is packed with hilarious and silly characters and scenes your cartoonist won’t want to miss – all new this season, sign up today!

Sportball Indoor/Outdoor Soccer (6-8yrs)

Professional instructors provide children with the knowledge and ability to play soccer with confidence. The first half of each class is dedicated to skill development and the second half puts those lessons to work in an exciting, non-competitive game. Meet instructors in Multi-Purpose Room 7/8 and class will move outdoors when weather permits.

Sportball Outdoor Soccer (6-8 yrs)

Professional instructors provide children with the knowledge and ability to play soccer with confidence. The first half of each class is dedicated to skill development and the second half puts those lessons to work in an exciting, non-competitive game. Meet instructors on the soccer field each week.

Sportball Indoor/Outdoor Soccer/T-Ball (6-8 yrs)

Professional instructors provide children with the knowledge and ability to play soccer and t-ball with confidence. The first half of each class is dedicated to skill development and the second half puts those lessons to work in an exciting, non-competitive game. Meet instructors in Multi-Purpose Room 7/8 and class will move outdoors when weather permits.

Youth Volunteering (13+ years old)

 

Aquatics Volunteer Program

If you have completed your Bronze Star or higher, enjoy being in the water, and like to make new friends, consider becoming a part of the Aquatics team. If you volunteer at least once a week, you can receive an individual Trico Centre membership! Volunteers also get priority hiring status when a paid position becomes available. For more information, visit

Summer Day Camp Volunteer Program (13+ years)

The Trico Centre Summer Day Camp Volunteer program is back this summer! If you enjoy working with children, want to develop leadership skills, gain valuable work experience, and make new friends then this is the program for you.

Program registration fee includes training and volunteer t-shirt. If you have barriers to paying the registration fee, please contact us at programs@tricocentre.ca
All volunteers (13yrs +) are required to complete a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search. Our Trico Team will reach out to volunteers closer to date to provide a letter. Volunteers need to bring the letter and student ID to a neighborhood police district. The cost to complete this search is $15.00. Trico is committed to keeping everyone safe.
Volunteer Requirements:

  • You are 13 years or older
  • Positive attitude
  • Full of energy
  • Ready for new experiences
  • Fun personality
  • Must be available to support camps for the entire week (Monday through Friday).
  • Must be available to volunteer a minimum of 2 weeks and up to a maximum of 4 weeks (starting July 3 up until August 25).
  • Volunteer training is mandatory and will be held on June 25 from 9:00-3:00pm.
  • Clear security police check and vulnerable sector search.
  • Limited sports available, so please register early!