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Newmarket Community Centre and Lions Hall
★4.4(350 reviews)Community Center
🕑 2-4 hours👶 Best for ages 2-16. Toddlers and preschoolers enjoy the swimming lessons and beginner skating programs, while school-age kids love the open swim times, public skating sessions, and organized sports activities. Teens can take advantage of the fitness facilities and drop-in sports programs.🧡 Saved by 8 families
About
Newmarket Community Centre is a one-stop recreation hub perfect for active families, offering indoor swimming pools, ice skating rinks, gymnastics programs, and various sports facilities under one roof. With activities spanning multiple seasons and age groups, it's an ideal destination for families looking to keep kids entertained rain or shine, especially during Canada's colder months.
Highlights
- ✓Indoor swimming pools with designated family swim times and shallow areas for young children
- ✓Ice skating rinks offering public skate sessions and learn-to-skate programs
- ✓Gymnastics and tumbling programs for various skill levels
- ✓Multi-purpose sports courts and gymnasium spaces
- ✓Year-round indoor activities perfect for escaping Canadian weather
Pro Tips
- 1.Book swimming and skating sessions online in advance, especially during weekends and school holidays, as public swim and skate times fill up quickly.
- 2.Bring your own skates if possible to save on rental fees and ensure a better fit, but rentals are available on-site if needed.
- 3.Arrive 20-30 minutes early for first-time visits to allow time for registration, locker setup, and familiarizing kids with the facility layout.
- 4.Pack swimming essentials including Canadian quarters for lockers, as they operate on a coin-deposit system.
- 5.Check the online schedule before visiting as the facility hosts various programs and events that may affect public access times.
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings and early afternoons (9am-2pm) are least crowded, ideal for families with younger children. Weekend mornings can be busy but offer the most program variety. Winter months (November through March) see higher use of indoor facilities, so plan accordingly.
What to Know
Day passes and program fees vary by activity, with family rates available. Ample free parking is available on-site. There's a small snack bar, but no full restaurant, so plan meals accordingly. The facility is fully accessible with elevators and accessible change rooms.
Seasonal Notes
Open year-round with indoor facilities. Ice rink schedules run on traditional hockey seasons (September through April peak times). Swimming programs operate continuously. Holiday breaks (Christmas, March Break) feature special camp programs and extended public hours. Check for facility closures on major Canadian holidays like Canada Day and Thanksgiving.
Nearby Eats
Boston Pizza on Davis Drive (2 km away) offers familiar family-friendly fare with a kids menu. For a quick bite, Tim Hortons locations are plentiful in the area for classic Canadian snacks and hot chocolate after skating.
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