Winter 2026 Recreation Guide

December 17, 2025

Our Winter Program lineup is here! Check out all the fun we have in store!

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Fitness | Sports | Arts & Crafts | Free Activities | Day Camps

Note: For programs taking place in schools, if school is cancelled, the program is cancelled.

Fitness Programs

Fitness Fun – 50+ Fitness

Join Terri for a fun hour of low impact cardio with strength, balance and stretching movements to finish. All levels are welcome with modifications to benefit individual needs. This is a class designed to be social, fun and invigorating.

East Hants Sportsplex Todd Hunter Room

Mondays & Wednesdays starting Jan 5 | 10 – 11 am | $6/class

Strength & Resistance – 50+ Fitness

Join Terri for a 45-minute strength class that focuses on building and maintaining muscle strength utilizing bodyweight, light dumbbells and resistance bands. Targeting all major muscle groups and improving overall fitness, this classis designed to be engaging and welcoming.

East Hants Sportsplex Todd Hunter Room

Tuesdays starting Jan 6 | 9 – 9:45 am | $6/class

Yoga Flow – All Levels

Join Julia through a series of postures that can help build strength, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance and mental focus. Modifications are provided throughout the class allowing all to work at their own ability and comfort level. All levels welcome.

East Hants Sportsplex Todd Hunter Room

Tuesdays starting Jan 6 | 10 – 11 am | $6/class

Hatha Yoga

Terri will guide you in a gentle one-hour class focusing on strength, balance and flexibility through basic yoga movements and mindful breathing. All levels are welcome.

East Hants Sportsplex Todd Hunter Room

Thursdays starting Jan 8 | 9 – 10 am | $6/class

*NEW* Basic Mat Pilates

A dynamic mat-based Pilates class focusing on core strength, breathing, posture alignment, and mobility. Includes stretching, a light cardio-style warm-up, and small equipment exercises for added challenge and support. Suitable for all levels with modifications provided. Bring your own mat.

East Hants Sportsplex Todd Hunter Room | Wednesdays starting Jan 7 | 6 pm – 7 pm | $8/class

*NEW* Progressive Pilates

Progressive Pilates with small equipment, targeting core strength, posture alignment, and overall mobility. Suitable for all levels with modifications provided. Bring your own mat.

East Hants Sportsplex Todd Hunter Room | Wednesdays starting Jan 14 | 12 weeks | 7 pm – 8 pm | $84

East Hants Sportsplex Todd Hunter Room | Wednesdays starting Jan 14  | 12 weeks | 8 pm – 9 pm | $84

Sport Programs

Stick & Puck Skating

Bring your own stick and puck and practice your shooting, passing and stick handling. Goalies welcome.

Children under the age of 12 must be supervised by an adult. Helmets & Gloves are mandatory. Scrimmages not permitted. No slap shots. Age limits must be adhered to.

Note: Dates & times are subject to change due to other events and activities. Check the online schedule before attending.

Co-Ed Shinny Hockey

Fun hour of pick-up hockey. All levels welcome. Full gear mandatory. Registration for each week opens a week in advance. Goalies play for free and are not required to register.

Ages 15+

Note: Dates & times are subject to change due to other events and activities. Check the online schedule before attending.

East Hants Sportsplex, Ice Pad B

Fridays | Begins Jan. 9 | 3 – 4 pm | $10

Indoor Golf Driving Range

Book a timeslot to practice your swing and hit a bucket of balls. Bring your own clubs and clean shoes.

Registration required – Space limited.

East Hants Sportsplex Turf | Tuesday & Thursday starting Jan 6| 2 – 3 pm | $15

East Hants Sportsplex Turf | Tuesday & Thursday starting Jan 6| 1 – 2 pm | $15

Ball Hockey

A fun hour of non-competitive, unstructured, play for fun Ball Hockey! Ages 7-12

Pickleball

Fun evening of recreational pickleball. All levels welcome. Registration required.

Youth under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Note: Registration is open for a month at a time.

Badminton

Fun evening of recreational badminton. All levels welcome. Equipment not provided. Registration required. Youth under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Note: For programs taking place in schools, if school is cancelled, the program is cancelled.

Riverside Education Centre

Thursdays | Begins Jan. 15 | 6:30 – 8:30pm | $3.50/evening

Arts & Crafts Programs

Friendship Bracelet Creations

Join us for a fun and social program, creating and designing various types of Friendship Bracelets! Supplies will be provided.

East Hants Sportsplex Boardroom

Wednesdays starting Jan 14 | 8 weeks |  6:30 pm – 8 pm | $66.56

Crafty Creators

Join us and drop in for a fun and social crafting program, creating and designing various Arts & Crafts where each week provides something different! Supplies will be provided.

East Hants Aquatics Centre Community Room

Mondays Jan 12 – Mar 9 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | $5.50

Youth Arts & Crafts Classes

Our Arts & Crafts Youth Program is a creative, hands-on learning experience designed to inspire imagination, build confidence, and develop new artistic skills. Through weekly guided lessons, participants explore a wide range of materials and techniques—such as drawing, painting, sculpting, crafting, and much more!

Mount Uniacke Fire Hall | Wednesdays Jan 14 – Mar 4 | 6:30 pm – 8 pm | $66.50

Free Community Programs

Walk & Roll

Improve your health through walking! Join the Seniors Clinic at the Walk and Roll Program and walk the track at your own pace. Walkers are available to use at the program. All are welcome.

East Hants Sportsplex Walking Track

Tuesdays | Begins Jan. 6 | 9 – 10 am

Run & Tumble

Run and Tumble is a drop-in group where kids can run, jump and play together in a safe and fun environment. Open to parents/caregivers and children under 5. Delivered by the East Hants Family Resource Centre in partnership with the Municipality of East Hants. Registration not required. Ages 0-5

East Hants Sportsplex Dome

Thursdays | Begins Jan. 8| 10:30 – 11:30 am

After School Turf Time

Get active after school and stop in for free play! Children under the age of 12 must be supervised by parent or guardian age 16+. Registration not required.

East Hants Sportsplex Dome

Tuesdays & Thursdays | Begins Jan. 6 | 3 – 5 pm | Free

Open Gym

Stop in for an hour of free time!  Some equipment will be provided or bring your own.  Children under the age of 12 must be supervised by a parent or guardian.  Registration not required.

Rawdon District School | Thursdays: Jan 8, Feb 12, Mar 12| 6 – 7 pm | All ages

Uniacke District School | Fridays: Jan 9, Feb 13, Mar 6 | 6 – 7 pm | Ages under 11

Uniacke District School | Fridays: Jan 9, Feb 13, Mar 6 | 7 – 8 pm | Ages 12 +

Public Skating

Bring the family to enjoy public skates at the East Hants Sportsplex! Helmets are required.

Senior Skate| Tuesdays | 9 – 10 am

Parent & Tot | Tuesdays & Fridays | 10 – 11 am

Public Skate | Tuesday & Fridays | 11 am – 12 pm

Public Skate | Saturdays | Times vary

Note: Dates & times are subject to change due to other events and activities. Check the online schedule before attending.

Senior Social

Join us for FREE socials. Enjoy coffee, tea, snacks and good company!

East Hants Aquatics Centre Community Room | First Tuesday of the Month | 10 am – 12 pm | Jan 6 | Feb 3 | Mar 3

East Hants Sportsplex Cafe | Second Tuesday of the Month | 10 am – 12 pm | Jan 13 | Feb 10 | Mar 10

Registration is not required.

Group Hikes/Snow Shoeing (weather & snow permitting)

Join us outdoors this fall for a series of group hikes throughout the trails of East Hants. These beginner level hikes take place on Easy to Moderate trail systems and are scheduled for an hour. Great for those seeking a physical and social activity to participate in! Join us afterwards for a small social gathering where hot chocolate and baked goods will be served. Registration & Waiver Required

Hants North – Findley Park Trails | Jan. 17 | 1 pm – 3 pm | Free

Mount Uniacke – Uniacke Estate Trails | Jan. 31 | 1 pm – 3 pm | Free

Corridor – Milford Trails | Feb. 14 | 1 – 3 pm | Free

Day Camps

In-Service Splash Camp @ East Hants Aquatic Centre (Ages 6-11)

No School? Come hang out with us and participate in fun games and activities! All camps are open to ages 6-11. Includes at least an hour of swimming.

East  Hants Aquatics Centre | Friday March 13 | 8:30 am – 4:00 pm | $36

March Break Splash Day Camp @ East Hants Aquatic Centre (Ages 6-11)

Spend March Break at the East Hants Aquatic Centre Splash Day Camp. Hang out with us for a full week of fun games, activities and an hour of swimming included each day. Hours are 8:30am – 4pm. Cost $145.

East  Hants Aquatics Centre |March 16-20 | 8:30 am – 4:00 pm | $145

Stay Tuned for our March Break Programming!