activeOshawa Guide

Spring and Summer Programs

Get active with many of our most popular in-person recreation programs including arts and crafts, dance, music, fitness, sports, swimming and more. Summer programs will run from July 4 to September 1.

Many of our Summer Camps are also still available. Camps offer a wide variety of activities for children ages 4 to 14. With programs like Sport and Swim Camp, Hockey Camp, Arts Camp, and more, there is something for everyone.

activeOshawa Recreation Program Guide

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Children five and under programs

Children participating in fitness program

Children six and over programs

Leadership, safety and first aid programs

Registration information

General programs

Registration for summer general programs will begin at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, May 24. Please note registrations for swimming lessons will not be accepted on this day.

Swimming lessons

Registration for summer swimming lessons will begin at 9 a.m. on Thursday, May 25.

How to register

Online registration - quick and convenient!

To complete your registration online, you will need to log in to your activeOshawa account.

- If you do not have an activeOshawa account, create a new account.
- If you have forgotten your password, request a password reset.
- If you need to update your email address, email us at [email protected].
- If you have an activeOshawa account but have not activated it for online use, activate your account for online use.
- If you are registering your child to a program, add a family member to your account before registration day.
- If you are unsure of your child’s swim level, visit a recreation facility during public swim hours for a free swim assessment or contact Service Oshawa at 905-436-3311 to connect with an Aquatic Coordinator.

Please note that payment confirmation for online registration may take up to five hours. This will not affect your spot in the program.

In-person registration - confirmation is immediate!

In-person registration is available at the:

These locations accept cash, debit, Visa, American Express, MasterCard and cheques payable to the City of Oshawa as payment methods. To learn more about completing your program registration online or in person, visit Register for a Program.

Registration documents

Program registration details

Program changes

The City of Oshawa reserves the right to cancel, postpone or combine classes, limit or increase registration, and change the time, location or instructor.

Pricing

The fees listed include program fees and applicable taxes. All program fees are subject to change. Where discrepancies in fees appear, the registration system will be taken as the correct fee.

Program cancellations

Programs may not run if there is low registration, or circumstances beyond our control. If this situation occurs, you may transfer free of charge to another program (subject to availability) or receive a full credit or refund.

Please visit activeOshawa Online Registration to see the most up-to-date program information.

Financial assistance

Oshawa community members may be eligible to receive financial assistance based on annual income to assist with the cost of participation in our programs. The Access to Recreation - Recreation Subsidy Program offer a variety of financial assistance programs. Verify your eligibility by contacting a Supervisor at a recreation facility.

Visit our assistance and support webpage for more information about the Access to Recreation Program.

Participant responsibilities

All participants are expected to show respect for all people and property while attending a City of Oshawa program. Please report any incidents and concerns to staff.

Coarse language, bullying, non-compliance, aggressive or inappropriate behaviour is not permitted. These behaviours will be documented and reported and may result in the removal of a participant from the program.

About our staff

All staff are carefully selected based on their program/professional experience, leadership skills, enthusiasm and sound judgment.

Qualifications include:

Extensive pre-program training
Valid certificate in First Aid and CPR
Satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check

Frequently Asked Questions

If my child reaches the minimum age required for a program after the program starts, can they still register?

No, participants must be the correct age at the start of their registered program.
For example, if a program begins on July 4 and the minimum age required is five, the child must be five on July 4. If the child does not turn five until July 11, they are not eligible for the program.

I am not sure what my child’s swim level is. How do I find out?

Visit a recreation facility during public swim hours for a complimentary swim assessment before registration day or contact Service Oshawa at 905-436-3311 to connect with an Aquatic Coordinator.

Can I register my child for a program using my account?

To register your child for a program, you must first add them to your family group account. This process must be complete before registration day. Learn how to add a family member now.

What happens if I miss a class?

If you cannot attend a class, make-up classes will not be offered.

If the program I want is full, what do I do?

We recommend adding your name to the waitlist if your preferred program is full. There is no charge to be added to the waitlist. If a spot opens up, our team will contact individuals on the waitlist based on the sign up order. If you have registered for a program but would like to switch to an available waitlisted program, you can do so at no extra cost.