Youth and Teen Recreation Program

Spring 2026 program registration opens Monday, March 30

Guided by positive role models, the Girls Group helps participants grow confidence, strengthen their voices, and build supportive peer connections—all while having fun and learning to celebrate who they are. Through creative projects, group discussions, and guest speakers, participants explore self-esteem, leadership, healthy friendships, and personal passions.
This program is proudly supported by the Essex Power Fund.

Age

Day

Dates

Time

Cost

Location

9 – 13 years

 Thursday

January 22 - March 5

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

$98

Community Room 

No Class: 

Let our instructor guide you in painting a new piece of art each week.

We will end our program with a Gallery Viewing where artists are given the opportunity to choose two of their paintings they are proudest to display for guests and family.

No experience is required. Materials included. Medium is acrylic paint

Age

Day

Dates

Time

Cost

Location

6-9 years

Wednesday

April 22 - June 3

 

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

$105+ $15 material fee

Community Room

No Class: 

 

Let our instructor guide you in painting a new piece of art each week.

We will end our program with a Gallery Viewing where artists are given the opportunity to choose two of their paintings they are proudest to display for guests and family.

No experience is required. Materials included. Medium is acrylic paint

Age

Day

Dates

Time

Cost

Location

10-14 years

Wednesday

April 22 - June 3

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

$105 + $15 material fee

Community Room

No Class: 

 

This program is for any girl from ages 6-12 looking to learn the fundamentals and basics of softball. In this class, girls will learn, practice and master skills such as catching, throwing, fielding and hitting.

Age

Day

Date

Time

Cost

Location

6 - 9 years

Saturday

 

May 9 - June 6

10:00 am - 11:00 am

 $75

Indoor Turf Field

10 - 13 years

Saturday

May 9 - June 6

11:15 am - 12:15 pm

$75

Indoor Turf

No class: 

The Babysitting Course is specifically designed to allow participants to learn valuable skills through animated discussions, role play, and other relevant activities. This course includes accident prevention, basic first aid, dealing with emergencies and real-life scenarios. Future babysitters learn safety and safe play, basic care, leadership, and professionalism.  A culminating written test is a requirement to pass this course and receive a certificate. Course fee includes babysitting manual. 

Age

Day

Date

Time

Cost

Location

10-15  years

Friday PA Day

 

Friday, June 5

9:00 am - 3:30 pm

 $70

Libro Centre - Energy Zone

 

This program prepares our youth for the important step of Home Alone Safety.  Being home alone can be an uncomfortable and unsafe situation when our children are unprepared.  Safety, first aid, and emergency-handling skills are covered in this course through interactive games, role-playing, stories, and other activities. Each participant will receive a manual to bring home (included) and completion certificate. Let's work to keep our youth safe and confident. 

Age

Day

Date

Time

Cost

Location

8-15 years

Friday

Friday, June 5

9 am - 3:30 pm

$70

Libro Centre - Upstairs Multipurpose Room

 

Active All-Stars is an action-packed program! Each class is filled with exciting gym games, team challenges and skill-building activities that help kids stay active, build strength, improve coordination, and boost confidence — all while having a blast.

Age

Day

Dates

Time

Cost

Location

8 - 14 years

Monday

April 20 - June 1

(no class May 18)

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

$90

 Indoor Turf

Active Kids is an energetic, play-focused program designed to help children stay active, improve coordination, and have fun. Through a blend of games, sports, creative movement, and team challenges, participants develop fundamental motor skills while learning cooperation, communication, and good sportsmanship.

Age

Day

Dates

Time

Cost

Location

6-8 yrs

Monday

April 20 - June 1

(no class May 18)

5:30 pm - 6:15 pm

$90

 Indoor Turf

How? What? When? Why? Each class we will explore scientific questions through experiments, creating and building. This class is for kids who love to learn about science and get a little bit messy too!

Age

Day

Dates

Time

Cost

Location

6-12 years

Wednesday

April 22 - June 3

5:45 pm - 6:30 pm

$105 +$15 material fee

Energy Zone

No class: 

Unleash your creativity in this hands-on art class! Young artists will learn how to shape and mold colorful polymer clay into fun creations to take home like mini sculptures, jewelry and more. Our instructor will guide participants through different techniques, from blending to adding textures, helping them bring their artistic ideas to life. No experience needed, materials included.

Age Day Dates Time Cost Location

6-8 yrs

Tuesday

April 21 - June 2

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

$105 + $15 material fee

Energy Zone

Unleash your creativity in this hands-on art class! Young artists will learn how to shape and mold colorful polymer clay into fun creations to take home like mini sculptures, jewelry and more. Our instructor will guide participants through different techniques, from blending to adding textures, helping them bring their artistic ideas to life. No experience needed, materials included.

Age Day Dates Time Cost Location

9-13 yrs

Tuesday

April 21 - June 2

6:15 pm - 7:15 pm

$105 + $15 material fee

Energy Zone

Learn the fundamentals of cheerleading: jumps, cheers, motions, kicks, voice projection, dance, and the basics of tumbling.

Age Day Dates Time Cost Location

7-12 yrs

Monday

April 20 - June 1

(no class May 18)

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

$90

Energy Zone

A new program offered in partnership with The Social Nudge, consisting of 6 weeks of hands-on activities (arts & crafts, LEGO builds, cooperative games, group challenges) to encourage participation, connection, and confidence. 

The Social Nudge specializes in experiential-learning-based social skills for children with a focus on:
·Communication & Conversation Skills
·Friendship Building & Teamwork
·Emotional Regulation & Coping Skills
·Problem-Solving & Conflict Resolution

See below for program details

 

Age

Day

Dates

Time

Cost

Location

4-6 years

 

 

Thursday

 

 

April 23 - May 28

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

$105

Libro Centre

7-9 years

Thursday

April 23 - May 28

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

$105

Libro Centre

Each week uses hands-on activities that encourage cooperation, communication and positive peer connections. The order in which the weeks take place may change.

Week 1 - Arts & Crafts Challenge

Week 2 - Physical Activity: Social Soccer/Sport Activity

Week 3 - LEGO Collaboration

Week 4 - Creating Together (Kitchen)

Week 5 - Board Game Bonanza

Week 6 - Puzzle Room: Skill Review

 

Our kids Hip Hop class is a fun, high-energy program where young dancers learn basic hip hop moves, rhythm, and confidence. Through kid-friendly music and easy choreography, students build coordination, creativity, and teamwork—all while having a blast. Perfect for beginners or any child who loves to move and express themselves!

Age

Day

Dates

Time

Cost

Location

6-10 yrs

Tuesday

April 21 - June 2

7:00 pm - 7:45 pm

$105

Energy Zone

Step it Up introduces young dancers to a fun mix of styles, including ballet, jazz, hip hop, and creative movement. Children build coordination, confidence, and musicality while exploring different ways to move and express themselves. It’s the perfect class for curious dancers who love variety and want to try it all!

Age

Day

Dates

Time

Cost

Location

6-10 yrs

Tuesday

April 21 - June 2

6:00 pm - 6:45 pm

$105

 Energy Zone

This vocal class is designed to develop confidence in students singing voices while learning foundational vocal techniques. Through fun warm-ups, breathing exercises, pitch activities, and group songs, students will explore their vocal range and learn how to sing with proper posture, breath support, and control. Students will have opportunities to perform individually and as a group.

Age

Day

Dates

Time

Cost

Location

9-14 years

Wednesday

April 22 - June 3

7:00 pm - 7:45 pm

$105

Energy Zone

This program focuses on building essential skills like dribbling, shooting, passing, and defense through fun drills and exercises. Players will improve their technique, boost their confidence, and have fun. All skill levels welcome! This is a non-competitive program. This program takes place indoors on our dry pad.

Age

Day

Dates

Time

Cost

Location

6-9 years

Thursday

May 21 - June 18

(no class May 28)

6:00 pm - 6:45 pm

$60

Rink A dry pad

This program focuses on building essential skills like dribbling, shooting, passing, and defense through fun drills and exercises. Players will improve their technique, boost their confidence, and have fun. All skill levels welcome! This is a non-competitive program. This program takes place indoors on our dry pad.

Age

Day

Dates

Time

Cost

Location

9-12 years 

Thursday

May 21 - June 18

(no class May 28)

7:00 pm - 7:45 pm

$60

Rink A dry pad

This non-competitive youth flag football program is a great way for kids to stay active, learn new skills, and have fun on our indoor turf. Designed for boys and girls ages 9–12, participants will learn the fundamentals of flag football through fun drills, basic gameplay, and team activities. No experience is necessary—just bring your energy and get ready to run, pass, and play in a supportive and encouraging environment!

Age

Day

Dates

Time

Cost

Location

9-12 years

Wednesday

April 22 - June 3

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

$105

Indoor Turf

To contact the Recreation Department 

Libro Credit Union Centre
Phone: 519-736-5712
Fax: 519-736-7111
Send email to Recreation
3295 Meloche Rd, Amherstburg, ON N9V 3N8
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