The Boys and Girls Club of Niagara believes child and youth participation in recreation and leisure activities builds confidence, self-esteem and broadens their range of skills and knowledge.
Working with community program partners, the Club offers a wide variety of skill building programs in arts, dance, and sports in a low cost participation model. By participating in diverse activities, taught by qualified staff dedicated to helping every child find their talents, children can develop introductory and intermediate skills with opportunity to access community linkages to continue at higher levels.
Pre-School & Child Programs
Me and My Mini Mover
(18 months – 3 yrs.) Parent participation required
Cooperative games and fun can never start too young. A program focused on being physically active and working together for both child and parent.
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Day Time Classes Fee
Saturday 9:15—9:45 a.m. 10 $46
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April6-June 19
Jitterbugs
(18 months – 3 yrs.) Parent participation required
Our starter dance class where child and parent dance together and learn how to have some fun to the rhythm of the music. Designed to get children to enjoy music, you will find the parents having as much fun and learning as much as the children. Come on over and get in the groove.
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Day Time Classes Fee
Tuesday 5:00—5:30 p.m. 10 $46
Thursdays 5:30—6:00 p.m. 10 $46
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April6-June 19
Tiny Tumblers
(18 months – 3 yrs.) Parent participation required
Our starter gymnastics class, parent and child are together in a fun-filled environment. Taught by qualified gymnastics instructors this very basic gymnastics course teaches about how to move and some knowledge of pint-sized gymnastics equipment.
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Day Time Classes Fee
Thursdays 6:00-6:30 p.m. 10 $46
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April6-June 19
The Boys & Girls Club and CAPC Niagara Brighter Futures
CAPC Niagara Brighter Futures is a federally funded project that creates and expands programs promoting healthy development in young children (ages 0-6 yrs) throughout the Niagara Region.
Benefits include:
- increase the access of information to respond to the needs of children
- increase information regarding community resources that will ensure equal opportunities to families
- increase awareness of effective parenting
- reduce language barriers and cultural isolation
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April6-June 19
Little Movers
(3- 5 yrs.) Parent participation required
Cooperative games and fun can never start too young. A program focused on being physically active and working together for both youth and parent.
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Day Time Classes Fee
Saturdays 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. 12 $46
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April6-June 19
Jr. Gymnastics
(3- 5 yrs.) Parent participation required
These recreational gymnastics classes are designed to teach children the basics of the sport with emphasis on skill building and fun. Certified instructors will be working with the children on coordination, balance and flexibility while keeping safety in mind. Children will participate in the following disciplines: floor, low beam, mini trampoline and vault.
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Day Time Classes Fee
Thursdays 6:15—6:45 pm 12 $56
Thursdays 6:45—7:15 pm 12 $56
Saturdays 9:45—10:15 am 12 $56
September 16 – December 9
Youth Programs
Dance
(6 – 8 yrs.)
This program is an introduction to the world of dance for your child. The children will explore the fundamentals of dance in a safe and nurturing environment. This program focuses on movement, co-ordination and spatial awareness. The emphasis of the program is on having fun.
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Day Time Classes Fee
Tuesdays 6:30—7:00 p.m. 12 $63
Thursdays 7:00—7:30 p.m. 12 $63
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April6-June 19
Gymnastics
(6-8 yrs.)
These recreational gymnastics classes are designed to teach children the basics of the sport with emphasis on skill building and fun. Certified instructors will be working with the children on co-ordination, balance and flexibility while keeping safety in mind. Children will participate in the following disciplines: floor, low beam, mini trampoline and vault.
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Day Time Classes Fee
Tuesdays 6:30—7:15 p.m. 10 $63
Thursdays 7:00—7:45 p.m. 10 $63
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April6-June 19
Jr. Dance
(3-5 yrs.)
This program is an introduction to the world of dance for your child. The children will explore the fundamentals of dance in a safe and nurturing environment. This program focuses on movement, co-ordination and spatial awareness. The emphasis of the program is on having fun.
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Day Time Classes Fee
Tuesdays 5:30—6:00 p.m. & 6:00-6:30 p.m. 10 $46
Thursdays 6:00—6:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.-7:00p.m. 12 $46
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April6-June 19
Hip Hop Dance
(8-12 yrs.)
Learn the fundamentals of Hip Hop and find the funky dancer within! This high-energy class improves physical fitness, rhythm, movement and self-confidence.
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Day Time Classes Fee
Tuesdays 7:00 —7:45 p.m. 10 $63
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April 6-June 19
Gymnastics
(9-12 yrs.)
These recreational gymnastics classes are designed to teach children the basics of the sport with emphasis on skill building and fun. Certified instructors will be working with the children on co-ordination, balance and flexibility while keeping safety in mind. Children will participate in the following disciplines: floor, low beam, mini trampoline and vault.
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Day Time Classes Fee
Tuesdays 6:30-7:15 p.m. 10 $63
Thursdays 7:00—7:45 p.m. 10 $63
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April 6-June 19
Floor Hockey
They shoot, they score! What a great way to learn Canada’s favorite past time. Your child will develop coordination, teamwork and game strategy while making friends and having fun. Skills are enhanced through drills and games.
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre (6-8 yrs)
Day Time Classes Fee
Thursdays 6:00—6:45 p.m. 10 $63
Niagara Falls Centre (9-12 yrs)
Day Time Classes Fee
Thursdays 6:45—7:30 p.m. 10 $63
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April 6-June 19
Martial Arts – Beginner /Advanced
(Class is combined and each child will be evaluated by instructor.)
Instructors from United Family Martial Arts conduct classes in a disciplined and safe environment. Children will learn a combination of self-defence techniques, personal safety and protection. Physical fitness and fun are incorporated into the classes taught by qualified instructors.
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Day Time Classes Fee
Wednesdays 4:15—5:00 p.m. 10 $63
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April 6-June 19
Try-Sport
(7–10 yrs.)
A fun opportunity to try out three popular sporting options! This twelve week program introduces youth to soccer, basketball and ball hockey while encouraging team work, good sportsmanship and participation. A great way to discover your new favourite sport!
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Day Time Classes Fee
Thursdays 5:30- 6:00 p.m. 10 $46
Saturdays 9:45-10:15 a.m. 10 $46
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April 6-June 19
Jr. NBA Basketball
(7 –10 yrs.)
The Boys and Girls Club of Niagara is proud to offer a national youth basketball program designed to develop fundamental skills, sportsmanship abd a love of the game of basketball. The program offers a holistic approach to athlete development based off of the Sports Canada LTAD Model.
With enrolment, all players recieve Player Package including; jersey, basketball, drawstring bag, certificate, and poster. Slam dunk!
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Day Time Classes Fee
Saturdays 10:30—11:30 a.m. 12 $75
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April 6-June 19
L2L Soccer
Our L2L Soccor Training winter program is designed for players to work on the technical side of the game. This includes passing, shooting, ball control, weak foot, ball manipulation and small games. All sessions are fun and engaging and we work on all aspects of the game ensuring wach week is completely different to the last.
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre (6-8 yrs)
Day Time Classes Fee
Tuesdays 6:00—6:45 p.m. 10 $75
Niagara Falls Centre (9-12)
Day Time Classes Fee
Tuesdays 6:45—7:30 p.m. 10 $75
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April 6-June 19
Kitchen Creations
(7–10 yrs.)
Sizzle and Bake! Come into our kitchen and taste your creations. The kitchen creations program is designed to teach youth the basics of solid nutritional cooking (don’t worry desserts will be made on occasion as well). Come enjoy a social atmosphere and learn a lifelong skill.
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Day Time Classes Fee
Tuesdays 6:15—7:00 p.m. 10 $63
Thursdays 6:15—7:00 p.m. 10 $63
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April 6-June 19
Youth Pottery
(8–18 yrs.)
On or off the potter’s wheel, children can bring shape to clay with this 12-week pottery course. The instructor will show participants how to build their sculptures, finish the surfaces and apply glaze to their masterpieces. Each week multiple hand building, and throwing techniques will be developed in order to work towards mastering the craft of pottery.
St. Catharines Centre
Day Time Classes Fee
Wednesdyas 5—6:30 p.m. 12 $95 + $45 for materials
* 6 spaces available in each class
*Regisrtation opens February 1, 2020
NEW Winter 2020 Programs
Ninja
In partnership with Spirit Athletics, our Ninja classes will develop physical fitness and character traits as the students learn new skills in a fun and safe environment. Ninja Classes are obstacle course run training with aspects of gymnastics, tumbling and physical fitness. Ninjas will have fun while working on: focus and concentration, agility, balance, spatial awareness, perseverance, confidence and so much more!
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Mini Ninja
(6-8 years)
Day Time Classes Fee
Saturdays 9:00-9:30 a.m. 10 $75
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April 6-June 19
Youth Ninja
(6-12 years)
Day Time Classes Fee
Saturdays 9:30-10:15 a.m. 10 $75
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April 6-June 19
Flick n’ Float
(6-12 years)
Join us every Friday night for a swim and a movie at the BOys and Girls Club of Niagara. Each week participants will enjoy a supervised swim followed by a kid’s movie classic. No registrtaion required; popcorn and drinks are available for purchase for additional fee. Pyjamas are allowed!
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Day Time Fee
Fridays 6:30-9:00 p.m. $4 Drop-in fee
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April 6-June 19
Make a Little Noise
(3-5 years)
Building on your little one’s natural love of music, each week participants will explore new sounds, rhythms and tempos desgined to boost creativity and unlock imagination. Sing songs, basic instruments and even a little dancing is all part of the fun! Parents are welcome to participate.
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Day Time Classes Fee
Wednesday 6:45-7:15 p.m. 10 $46
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April 6-June 19
Make a Little MessMake a Little Mess
(3-5 years)
Finger paint, slime, and homemade Play-Doh. If your building artist doesn’t mind getting a little dirty, then this is the program for them! Each week, a new medium will be introduced, designed to enhance fine motor skills, imagination and creativity! Getting a little messy isn’t just allowed , it’s encouraged!
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Day Time Classes Fee
Wednesday 5:00-5:30 p.m. 10 $46
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April 6-June 19
One on One Music Lessons
(6-12 years)
Interested in private or semi-private music lessons for guitar or piano? Lessons are led by certified instructors and are offered Monday to Saturday subject to availability. No Previous experience necessary; participants are asked to bring their own electric or acoustic guitar.
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Time Time Fee
5:00-5:30 p.m. By appointment $154
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April 6-June 19
Be Creative
(6-12 years)
Kids are encouraged to ‘be themseleves’ in an envirorment that is relaxed, creative and fun, allowing youg artists the freedom to explore their potenial. Weekly activities will introduce a varity of arts, crafts, and drama exercises.
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Day Time Classes Fee
Wednesday 5:45-6:30 p.m. 10 $63
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April 6-June 19
All-in-One
(6-12 years)
What’s better than sports, cooperative games, and arts and crafts? Put them all together and add a swim lesson! This 2 ½ hour program combines all these favourite activities for your 6-12-year-old every Saturday morning. Already planning on putting the kids in swim lessons? For an extra $40, register for All-in-One and you’ll have time to run errands and get groceries. Yeah All-in-One!!
Winter 2020
Niagara Falls Centre
Day Time Classes Fee
Saturdays 9:30 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. 10 $63
Winter – January 13-March 30
Spring – April 6-June 19