Teen and Youth Fitness Programs

The City of Oshawa offers options for teens and youth to get active. We offer Teen Weight Training and are a proud partner of the Grade 5 Action Pass.

Teen weight training

Build strength, boost confidence, and take your fitness to the next level with this dynamic program designed specifically for teens. Teen Weight Training focuses on developing muscular strength, endurance, and proper technique in a safe, supportive, and engaging environment.

Participants will gain hands-on experience using fitness equipment, learn safe and effective training methods, and develop the skills needed to work out with confidence. The program also covers essential gym etiquette, helping teens feel comfortable and prepared every time they enter a fitness centre.

Youth ages 13–17 are required to register for and successfully complete the Teen Weight Training course to access City of Oshawa fitness centres. The course is free with a Level 2: Fitness Centre or Level 2: All Inclusive Membership.

Getting Started

Part 1: Review the Teen Weight Training Manual and successfully complete the quiz.

Part 2: Once you receive a passing grade on the quiz (70%), a fitness staff will contact you to schedule a practical assessment at a mutually convenient time with a certified personal trainer in one of the City of Oshawa fitness centres.

Both components must be successfully completed before access to the fitness centres is granted.

Grade 5 Action Pass

The Grade 5 Action Pass provides grade five students in Oshawa with all the benefits of our Level 1: Swim, Skate and Walk Membership at no cost. This pass includes:

• Access to all leisure swims
• Access to all leisure skates - does not include Shinny Hockey
• Access to indoor tracks at the Delpark Homes Centre and Civic Dome located at the Civic Recreation Complex
• Access to drop-in programs at the Delpark Homes Centre and South Oshawa Community Centre gymnasiums
• Access to drop-in programs at the Civic Recreation Complex Fieldhouse – does not include evenings, after 5 p.m., or weekend drop-in programs
• Access to the Rec Room at the Civic Recreation Complex and the Youth Room at the South Oshawa Community Centre

At the beginning of the school year, grade five students will receive an action pass with details on the program. Bring your action pass to one of our recreation facilities to activate and receive your free membership. Please bring identification that shows your date of birth and address when activating your membership. The pass is valid for the length of the school year.

Visit the Durham Region Health Department website for more information on the Grade 5 Action Pass.