For information on Winter Programs (Jan-Mar), please click HERE.
For information on Spring Programs (Apr-Jun), please click HERE.
For information on Summer Programs (Jul-Aug), please click HERE.

• Crafternoon
• Pickleball
• Parent & Tot Open Gym
• Sportball Multi-Sport
• Adult Badminton
• Adult Basketball
• Night Hikes

For a listing of Town Events, please visit: https://www.truro.ca/town-events.html

Crafternoon

Get ready to make three unique Christmas cards in our Handmade Card Crafting Class! Under the guidance of our expert instructor Cheryl Cook, you’ll explore different techniques like paper cutting and embellishments to create cards that are true works of art. Whether you’re new to crafting or already a fan, this class offers a fun and inspiring space to add a personal touch to your holiday greetings. Join us for a hands-on experience that transforms ordinary cards into meaningful, festive expressions!

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*If using a mobile device/tablet, you may have to turn the device sideways to see the "book now" option. 

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-in pickleball programs that allow for unstructured scrimmage play.

Date: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays (Sep 10 - Dec 20)
Time: 12:00-2:00pm
Location: Douglas Street Recreation Centre

- No pre-registration required.
- Bring a water bottle.
- We do have some equipment on hand, but players can bring their own.
- Please bring indoor shoes.

Learn to Play Pickleball - Beginner Clinic

This adult program is a great way for brand new players to learn the sport of Pickleball. Players receive 3 x 2-hour lessons with certified instructor Ralph Brine. Players will learn all the basics to be able to play. Players will be learning in a fun environment and will experience why pickleball is the fastest growing sport in North America. The course will demonstrate how to do a proper warm-up and cool down, various shots, strategies and footwork. Participants will learn the rules of pickleball and will be well prepared to play recreationally.

Dates: Sep 9, 16, Oct  7. - No class on Sep 23, or Sept 30.
Times: 10:00am-12:00pm
Location: Douglas Street Recreation Centre
Notes:
- No equipment required, but you are welcome to bring your own paddle if you have one.
- Indoor shoes required.

Learn to Play Pickleball - Intermediate Clinic

This clinic is designed for players rated 2.75-3.5 who want to enhance their skills. The program includes 3 x 2-hour lessons with certified instructor Ralph Brine. 

With more than 30 years of teaching and coaching experience, Ralph will assist you in improving your game. Ralph will teach a variety of pickleball skills including dinking, third shot drops, resetting, groundstrokes, serves, smashes, and winning strategies on the pickleball court. Ralph is a 4.0+ player and winner of numerous tournaments in both Canada and the United States. He is a Selkirk Advocate and will have demos for you to try and will assist you in choosing the proper pickleball paddle to improve your skills.

Sessions will be engaging and interactive, aimed at building confidence and enhancing performance on the court.

Dates: Sep 13, 20, Oct 4. - No class on Sep 27.
Times: 9:30am-11:30pm
Location: Douglas Street Recreation Centre
Notes:
- No equipment required, but you are welcome to bring your own paddle if you have one.
- Indoor shoes required.

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 *If using a mobile device/tablet, you may have to turn the device sideways to see the "book now" option.

Sportball Multisport

Fall Mini Session (5 weeks)

In our multisport programs, children are provided with a skills-driven, high-energy and fun-filled curriculum. Using creative instruction and positive encouragement, our programs focus on the development of gross motor skills, along with balance, strength, coordination, stamina and timing. The equipment that we use is age-appropriate and sized just right for the children in our programs.

Sunday Programs

• Dates: Sep 8. 15, 22, 29, Oct 6.
• Price: $95.00 (tax incl)
• Ages: 16-24 mth (Parent participation) – 9:00-9:45am - CANCELLED LOW REGISTRATION
• Ages: 2-3 yr (Parent participation) – 10:00-10:45am
• Ages: 3-4 yr (Drop-off) – 11:00am-12:00pm
• Ages: 5-7 yr (Drop-off) – 12:15-1:15pm
• Ages: 3-4 yr (Drop-off) – 1:30-2:30pm - CANCELLED LOW REGISTRATION

Thursday Programs

• Dates: Sep 12, 19, 26, Oct 3, 10. 
• Price: $95.00 (tax incl)
• Ages: 2-3 yr (Parent participation) – 4:30-5:15pm - CANCELLED LOW REGISTRATION
• Ages: 3-4 yr (Drop-off) – 5:30-6:30pm
• Ages: 5-7 yr (Drop-off) – 6:45-7:45pm - CANCELLED LOW REGISTRATION

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*If using a mobile device/tablet, you may have to turn the device sideways to see the "book now" option.

Fall Session (8 weeks)

Sunday Programs

• Dates: Oct 20, 27, Nov 3, 17, 24, Dec 1, 8, 15. - No class Nov 10th
• Price: $152.00
• Ages: 16-24 mth (Parent participation) – 9:00-9:45am
• Ages: 2-3 yr (Parent participation) – 10:00-10:45am
• Ages: 3-4 yr (Drop-off) – 11:00am-12:00pm
• Ages: 5-7 yr (Drop-off) – 12:15-1:15pm

Thursday Programs

• Dates: Oct 24, Nov 7, 14, 21, 28, Dec 5, 12, 19. - No class Oct 31st
• Price: $152.00
• Ages: 2-3 yr (Parent participation) – 4:30-5:15pm
• Ages: 3-4 yr (Drop-off) – 5:30-6:30pm
• Ages: 5-7 yr (Drop-off) – 6:45-7:45pm

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*If using a mobile device/tablet, you may have to turn the device sideways to see the "book now" option.

Adult Badminton

Dates: Wednesday (Starting Oct 25th)
Times: 7:30pm-9:00pm
Location: Truro Middle School

This 1/2 gym, drop-in adult badminton program is supervised by Town of Truro staff and allows for unstructured scrimmage play for those 17 and older.

Notes: 
- Drop-in program, no pre-registration required.
- Please enter through gym doors.
- Bring a water bottle.
- We do have some equipment on hand, but players can bring their own.
- Please bring indoor shoes.

Adult Basketball

Dates: Wednesdays (Starting Oct 25th)
Times: 7:30pm-9:00pm
Location: Truro Middle School

This drop-in adult basketball program is supervised by Town of Truro staff and allows for unstructured 1/2-court scrimmage play for those 17 years of age and older.

- Drop-in program, no pre-registration required.
- Please enter through gym doors.
- Bring a water bottle.
- We do have some equipment on hand, but players can bring their own.
- Please bring indoor shoes.

Parent & Tot Open Gym

Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays (Sep 10 - Dec 19, 2024)
Times: 9:00-11:00am
Location: Douglas Street Recreation Centre  

Playtime was created especially for families! Preschool-aged children and their guardians are invited to explore various sports (equipment provided) and other toys. It’s a great way to stimulate mental and physical growth.

- Drop-in program, no pre-registration required.
- There are no staff at this program, parents must stay with children.
- Bring a water bottle.
- Please bring indoor shoes.

Night Hikes

Here is bit about what to expect and how to prepare.

• Please refrain from bringing your pets.
• Must have a headlamp ,water, snack and a smile.
• Expect a moderate pace, laughter, and a welcoming environment. Please note that we will only be hiking the open trails in the park.

When arriving we will direct you to the group gathering area for your choice of hike. We will have 4 areas for you to gather. Tea, Latte, Cappuccino, and Double Espresso; you pick your drink of choice. Each group will be hiking for 1 1/2 hours.

• Tea - will walk only double tracks. Expect lots of stops and pictures.
• Latte -  will have a similar pace as tea but will venture on a couple of single track trails. With stops as needed.
• Cappuccino - will be more single track, a slightly faster pace, and not as many stops.
• Double espresso - the name says it all. Expect any trail, very limited stops and only one picture stop.

Hikes happen every monday night until mid Feb. There will be Facebook Events for each hike (we will add them as they are created). Keep an eye on the individual events for updates.

• Night Hike #1 - Oct 21st, 2024 - https://www.facebook.com/share/uogAJZcxzXN1fLJt/
• Night Hike #2 - Oct 28th, 2024 - https://www.facebook.com/share/kJ9F1mw7vPneDXp6/
• Night Hike #3 - Nov 4th, 2024 - https://www.facebook.com/share/cjV8wDFeKXrV27TM/
• Night Hike #4 - Nov 18th, 2024 - https://www.facebook.com/share/avzmmG3mmLKBv5BN/
• Night Hike #5 - Nov 25th, 2024 - https://www.facebook.com/share/1PpgyNVnBMRwMYte/
• Night Hike #6 - Dec 2nd, 2024 - https://www.facebook.com/share/58LvuNoAWG7Ct7gS/
• Night Hike #7 - Dec 9th, 2024 - https://www.facebook.com/share/xjKyHLuPay8Uqy45/
• Night Hike #8 - Dec 16th, 2024 - https://www.facebook.com/share/YgnbLjdPmP17GXtg/
• Night Hike #9 - Dec 23rd, 2024 - https://www.facebook.com/share/2MhYGB4D5QMQUwmA/
• Night Hike #10 - Dec 30th, 2024 - https://www.facebook.com/share/MoGCMtXaq9dMmRTq/
  
  For information on Winter Programs (Jan-Mar), please click HERE.

• Drop-ins
• Pop-Up Events
• Summer Sportball
• Pickleball

For information on Fall Programs (Sep-Dec), please click HERE.
For information on Winter Programs (Jan-Mar), please click HERE.
For information on Spring Programs (Apr-Jun), please click HERE.

For information on Town Events, please click HERE.
For information on Victoria Park Pool, please click HERE. 

Drop-ins

If finding fun summer activities close to home, for your child is a priority, check out our FREE drop-ins around Town. We are bringing back supervised, parent-free, child-led outdoor activities with our Summer Drop-ins. We hire staff that bring supervised, unstructured play to various locations around town. Parents can be fearful of allowing their children to go play unsupervised; we want to alleviate that concern by having staff on-site to supervise. Staff show up with a bunch of equipment and the children lead the way!

Drop off: Varies
Pick up: Varies
Location: Varies

Dates: 

• Wednesday July 2nd @ Stan Chook Maxwell Memorial Park from 2-4 PM

• Friday July 4th: Victoria Park from 2-4 from 2-4 PM

• Monday July 7th: Stan Chook Maxwell Memorial Park from 2-4 PM

• Wednesday July 9th @ Victoria Park from 2-4 PM

• Friday July 11th @ Truro Elementary from 2-4 PM

• Monday July 14th @ Victoria Park 2-4 PM

• Wednesday July 16th @ Truro Elementary from 2-4 PM

• Friday July 18th @ Stan Chook Maxwell Memorial Park from 2-4 PM

• Wednesday July 23rd @ Stan Chook Maxwell Memorial Park from 2-4 PM

• Friday July 25th: @ Victora Park from 2-4 PM

• Monday July 28th @ Stan Chook Maxwell Memorial Park from 2-4 PM

• Wednesday July 30th @ Victoria Park from 2-4 PM

Pop-up Events

Pop up events are random events, for various ages, all over town. They are free unless stated otherwise. We try to bring a range of different activities that will interest a variety of people. We hope you can all find something in our schedule that interests you!

Times: TBA
Location: Varies
Dates: Keep checking back as we update our schedule!

Mid-Day Walks - 12:00pm - 1:00pm 

Every Monday @ Kiwanis Pond
Every Thursday @ Willow Street Cobequid Trail Entrance

Evening Walks 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Thursday, July 3rd - @ Kiwanis Pond

Sports Pop-Ups

Tuesday July 8th: Soccer baseball @ CEC Ball Field 2-4 PM
Tuesday July 15th: Timbits Field Soccer 2-4 PM
Tuesday July 22nd: Basketball @ CEC Cages 2-4 PM
Thursday July 31st: Outdoor Yoga @ Douglas St. 12-1 PM
Thursday July 31st: Truro Reservoir Hike – Starts at 6 PM

Pop-Up Events

Thursday July 10th: Scavenger Hunt @ Victoria Park 5-6:30 PM 
Thursday July 24th: Picnic & Activities @ Victoria Park 5-6:30 PM
Tuesday July 29th: Arts + Crafts @ Douglas Street Recreation Centre 3:30-5 PM

Summer Sportball

In our Summer programs, children are provided with a skills-driven, high-energy and fun-filled curriculum. Using creative instruction and positive encouragement, our programs focus on the development of gross motor skills, along with balance, strength, coordination, stamina and timing. The equipment that we use is age-appropriate and sized just right for the children in our programs. Program takes place in the Lower Victoria Park (by the tennis courts/ ball field). 

This is an 8 week program – 4 weeks of soccer and 4 weeks of t-ball.

$207.00 - includes their summer gear- a jersey and soccer ball.

Sunday Soccer & T-Ball Combo Program 

• Dates: June 29 - August 24th (no class August 3rd)
• Times: 
  • Ages: 2-3 yr – 9:00am - 9:45am [parent participation]
  • Ages: 3-4 yr – 10:00am - 11:00am (AM session for 3-4 years)
  • Ages: 5-7 yr – 11:15am - 12:15pm
  • Ages: 3-4 yr -  12:30 - 1:30pm (PM session for 3-4 years)

Thursday Soccer & T-Ball* Combo Program 

• Dates: July 3rd - August 28th (no class August 7th)
• Times: 
  • Ages: 2-3 yr – 4:30pm - 5:15pm [parent participation]
  • Ages: 3-4 yr – 5:15pm - 6:15pm
  • Ages: 5-7 yr – 6:30pm - 7:30pm
  • Ages: 8-11 yr – 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Registration - If using a mobile device, you may have to turn your screen sideways to see the "book now" option.

Pickleball

Drop-in pickleball programs that allow for unstructured scrimmage play.

Location: Colchester Legion Stadium (14 Lorne St.)
Dates: July 2 - Aug 29, 2025
  Tue, Wed, Friday from 12:00-2:00pm
Fee: No cost to participate

Notes:

• Drop-in program
• No pre-registration required
• We do have some equipment on hand, but players can bring their own

Learn to Play Pickleball

This adult program is a great way for brand new players to learn the sport of Pickleball. Players receive 3 x  2hour lessons with certified instructor Ralph Brine. Players will learn all the basics to be able to play. Players will be learning in a fun environment and will experience why pickleball is the fastest growing sport in North America. The course will demonstrate how to do a proper warm-up and cool down, various shots, strategies and footwork. Participants will learn the rules of pickleball and will be well prepared to play recreationally.

Session One:
Dates: TBD - Stay tuned for program announcments!
Times: TBD
Notes:
- No equipment required, but you are welcome to bring your own paddle if you have one.
- Indoor shoes required. 

For information on Summer Programs (Jul-Aug), please click HERE.
For information on Fall Programs (Sep-Dec), please click HERE.
For information on Winter Programs (Jan-Mar), please click HERE.

• Sportball Multi-Sport
• Tot Open Gym
• Adult Badminton
• Adult Basketball
• Pickleball

Tot Open Gym

Parent & Tot Open Gym

Join us in this physical play time created especially for families! Preschool-aged children and their guardians have the opportunity to explore various sports equipment and other toys; a great way to stimulate mental and physical growth.

Location: Douglas St Recreation Centre
Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays 
Times: 9:00am-11:00am
Fee: No cost to participate
Notes:
- Drop-in program, no pre-registration required.
- There are no staff at this program, parents must stay with children.
- Bring a water bottle.
- Please bring indoor shoes.

Adult Badminton

Date: Wednesdays – 7:30-9:00 pm
Location: Truro Middle School

This 1/2 gym, drop-in adult badminton program is supervised by Town of Truro staff and allows for unstructured scrimmage play for those 17 and older.

Fee: No cost to participate

Notes:

• Drop-in program
• no pre-registration required
• If there is no school, there is program.
• We do have some equipment on hand, but players can bring their own

Adult Basketball

This drop-in adult basketball program is supervised by Town of Truro staff and allows for unstructured 1/2 court scrimmage play for those 17 years of age and older.

Location: Truro Middle School
Dates: Wednesday's
Times: 7:30-9:00 pm
Fee: No cost to participate

Notes:

• Drop-in program
• no pre-registration required
• If there is no school, there is program.
• We do have some equipment on hand, but players can bring their own

Pickleball

Drop-in pickleball programs that allow for unstructured scrimmage play.

Location: Douglas St Recreation Centre
Dates: Tue, Wed, and Fri from 12:00-2:00 pm
Fee: No cost to participate

Notes:

• Drop-in program
• no pre-registration required
• If there is no school, there is program.
• We do have some equipment on hand, but players can bring their own

Learn to Play Pickleball 

Beginner Learn to Play Pickleball lessons! Mondays from 10:00am til 12:00pm, June 9th, 16th, and 23rd 2025.

Come join us and experience why Pickleball is the fastest growing sport globally. Participants will learn the basics to be able to play Pickleball. They will learn in a positive and fun environment how to dink, serve, volley, ground stroke, and keep score. Participants will learn various strategies and the rules of the game. Our certified instructor Ralph Brine will teach 3 x 2 hour lessons. Ralph is a certified instructor and teaches in Canada and the United States. Ralph has a passion for teaching and coaching which he has done for the past 30 years. He is a 4.0+ player who has won bronze, silver and gold medals in both countries. Last summer, Ralph and his partner were crowned Canadian National Champions in men’s doubles. We will provide Pickleball paddles and balls for you to use. You will need to bring indoor sneakers, and water. It is also important to wear eye protection (regular glasses, sunglasses, glasses without lenses or protective Pickleball glasses).

Ralph is an Advocate for Selkirk which is one of the most innovative and reliable pickleball companies in the world. He will have a demonstration on different Selkirk paddles and give you knowledge on how to choose the right paddle when purchasing. He is also available to book for private lessons, and for group lessons. 

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*If using a mobile device/tablet, you may have to turn the device sideways to see the "book now" option.

Parent & Tot Open Gym

Location: Douglas St Recreation Centre
Dates: Tue & Thu – 9:00-11:00 am
Fee: No cost to participate

Playtime was created especially for families! Preschool-aged children and their guardians are invited to explore various sports (equipment provided) and other toys. It’s a great way to stimulate mental and physical growth.

Notes:

• Drop-in program, no pre-registration required.
• No instruction provided.