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Early Years
As a leading provider of quality programs for children and youth, we offer experiences that are affordable and accessible, with a focus on learning and skill development. We operate EarlyON Centres, Early Learning and Child Care Centres, and licensed Before and After School Programs.
For more information about child care and before and after school programs, click here.
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Healthy Active Living & Sport Programs
For more information about any Active Living programs, contact David.
Cool Moves
Cool Moves is a national activity and healthy eating awareness program designed to create a life-long appreciation for a healthy, active lifestyle. Cool Moves has two distinct parts: Eat Smart, which encourages healthier eating choices, and Play Cool, which encourages more physical activity.
Ages 6-12
Current Session: Program is not currently scheduled
Dance - MINI
Ages 3-5
Location: Kiwanis (Ellis) Club, Games Room
Current Session: Sept. 30th-Dec. 2nd
Movement
Saturdays, 8:45-9:15am
Dancers will experience a general introduction to dance which will focus on their balance and musicality. They will get the chance to try multiple dance styles. Over the session they will learn how to count music and remember choreography in order to perform a dance at the end of the session.
Ballet
Saturdays, 9:20-9:50am
Dancers will experience an introduction to ballet and lyrical which will focus on their technique, balance, and acting. Over the session they will learn how to count music and remember choreography in order to perform a dance at the end of the session.
Jazz
Saturdays, 9:55-10:25am
Dancers will experience an introduction to jazz which will focus on their technique, balance, and musicality. Over the session they will learn how to count music and remember choreography in order to perform a dance at the end of the session.
Hip-Hop
Saturdays, 10:30-11:00am
Dancers will experience an introduction to hip hop which will focus on their balance, style and musicality. Over the session they will learn how to count music and remember choreography in order to perform a dance at the end of the session.
Dance - JUNIOR
Ages 6-8
Location: Kiwanis (Ellis) Club, Games Room
Current Session: Sept. 30th-Dec. 2nd
Ballet/Lyrical
Saturdays, 11:20am-12:00pm
Dancers will experience an introduction to ballet and lyrical which will focus on their technique, balance, and acting. Over the session they will learn how to count music and remember choreography in order to perform a dance at the end of the session.
Jazz
Saturdays, 12:05-12:45pm
Dancers will experience an introduction to jazz which will focus on their technique, balance, and musicality. Over the session they will learn how to count music and remember choreography in order to perform a dance at the end of the session.
Hip-Hop
Saturdays, 12:50-1:30pm
Dancers will experience an introduction to hip hop which will focus on their balance, style and musicality. Over the session they will learn how to count music and remember choreography in order to perform a dance at the end of the session.
Dance - SENIOR
Ages 9-12
Location: Kiwanis (Ellis) Club, Games Room
Current Session: Sept. 30th-Dec. 2nd
Ballet/Lyrical
Saturdays, 2:00-2:45pm
Dancers will experience an introduction to ballet and lyrical which will focus on their technique, balance, and acting. Over the session they will learn how to count music and remember choreography in order to perform a dance at the end of the session.
Jazz
Saturdays, 2:50-3:35pm
Dancers will experience an introduction to jazz which will focus on their technique, balance, and musicality. Over the session they will learn how to count music and remember choreography in order to perform a dance at the end of the session.
Hip-Hop
Saturdays, 3:40-4:25pm
Dancers will experience an introduction to hip hop which will focus on their balance, style and musicality. Over the session they will learn how to count music and remember choreography in order to perform a dance at the end of the session.
Gymnastics
Participants will learn different skills and techniques to move safely during gymnastics. Using mats, beams and other equipment, children will participate in activities ranging from different levels of ability, with coaches ensuring that the program is developmentally appropriate for everyone.
Current Session: Sept. 29th-Dec. 1st
Fridays
Ages 6-7: 5:30-6:30pm
Ages 8-12: 6:30-8:00pm
Location: Kiwanis (Ellis) Club, Gym
Jr. Basketball
Jr Basketball will provide participants with the opportunity to learn the basics of basketball using developmentally appropriate teaching and equipment. Participants will be able to develop life skills such as leadership, teamwork, and communication.
Current Session: Sept. 30th-Dec. 2nd
Saturdays
Ages 6-7: 9:00-10:00am
Ages 8-10: 10:00-11:00am
Location: Kiwanis (Ellis) Club, Gym
Multisport
Ages 7-9: 6:00-7:00pm
Ages 10-12: 7:00-8:00pm
Location: Kiwanis (Ellis) Club, Gym
Softball
Participants will learn a variety of softball skills including catching, throwing, batting, running and team play. Throughout the program we define these skills as well as run games.
Ages 6-12
Current Session: Program is not currently scheduled
Soccer
Participants will learn a variety of soccer skills including passing, dribbling, shielding, shooting and how to be a part of an effective team.
Ages 6-12
Current Session: Program is not currently scheduled
Let's Get Moving
Let’s Get Moving is a registered after-school program offered throughout the school year. It focuses on physical activity, nutrition, personal health and well-being. Participants will be provided with a gift card to purchase nutritious snacks when registered. Tablets are available to sign out upon request.
Grades 1-6
To learn more please visit the Let’s Get Moving webpage.
Healthy Active Living & Sport Programs are in partnership with:
Learning & Engagement
For more information about any Learning & Engagement programs, contact Dima.
Arts Unlimited
A beginner program that will allow participants to explore various art mediums including drawing, painting, molding & much more! Participants can expect to see their skills grow throughout the program.
Wednesdays
Ages 6-8: 5:30-6:30pm
Ages 9-12: 7:00-8:00pm
Location: Ellis Club
Discovery Lab
Discovery Lab engages kids in science concepts through an interactive 8-week curriculum that connects science to real world contexts. The program focuses on hands-on experiments, increases understanding of scientific approaches, and creates opportunities for problem solving, idea refinement, and iterative learning.
Fridays
Ages 6-8: 5:30-6:30pm
Ages 9-12: 7:00-8:00pm
Location: Ellis Club
Kid Food Nation
Kid Food Nation is a national initiative that helps kids and families develop food skills through hands-on experiences related to planning, preparing, and cooking. The program also features an online hub with resources for healthy eating and meal preparation, and a national recipe competition that encourages kids to put their food literacy skills into practice and submit original, healthy, and nutritious recipes.
Ages 6-8: Tuesdays or Thursdays 6:00-8:00pm
Ages 9-12: Fridays 6:00-8:00pm
Location: Virtual
Lift-Off
Lift-Off is a flexible drop-in program designed to enhance reading, writing, and numeracy skills for students in grades 3 to 5. The program staff facilitate a diverse range of activities, games, and reading materials strategically structured to progressively and effectively foster literacy and numeracy skills.
*Not required but recommended prior to joining Abacus
Fridays, 6:00-8:00pm
Grades 3-5
Location: Ellis Club
For more information, please contact Patrick.
Roblox Gamers
Roblox Gamers offers a fun, safe learning environment where participants will be able to play their favorite Roblox games while building new relationships.
Participants must have a personal device that has the Roblox app downloaded and an account created.
Mondays
Ages 6-8: 6:00-7:00pm
Ages 9-12: 7:00-8:00pm
Location: Virtual
Roblox Coding
Roblox Coding offers a fun, safe environment where participants will be able to learn how to code and design their own Roblox world and games.
Participants must have a personal device that has the Roblox and Roblox Studio apps downloaded and an account created.
Tuesdays
Ages 6-8: 6:00-7:00pm
Ages 9-12: 7:00-8:00pm
Location: Virtual
Kid Food Nation program is generously supported by:
Gender Inclusive Programs
For more information about any Gender Inclusive programs, contact Sabanta.
GirlZONE
GirlZONE programs provide fun, inclusive, safe space for girls in the community. This program offers a wide variety of activities that facilitate conversations around gender centered issues and provide opportunities to build confidence, self-esteem, and self-advocacy within the participants. Programming includes creative, physical, and wellness based activities.
Ages 7-12 (or Grade 8)
Girls Fit
Self-identifying girls between the ages of 6-12 will get involved with physical wellness in a safe, inclusive and fun environment. Girls fit is not limited to sport based programming, but will also include fitness, personal wellness, nutritional education, with aspects of goal setting. Program in partnership with Hamilton Fitness Community.
Wednesdays
Ages 6-13: 6:00-7:30pm
Location: Ellis Club
Her & I
A program for self-identified girls (6-12) and their woman mentor (18+) to engage in fun activities that strengthen their relationship!
Tuesdays
Ages 6-13: 6:00-8:00pm
Location: Ellis Club
Our Gender Inclusion Programs are generously supported by:
Drop-In Programs
All drop in programs are free with a Club membership. Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied and directly supervised by a guardian 16 years of age or older.
Skate the Dream
Program Information
Program Contact
Megan Neufeld
megan.neufeld@bgchh.com
Thank you to our valued partners:
