Esquimalt Parks and Recreation
527 Fraser Street V9A 6H6 Esquimalt, BC, Canada

Our local Esquimalt Celebration of Lights committee is proud to support this wonderfully giving event. RESCHEDULED! - This Sunday December 13th - Rec Centre Parking Lot December 13 the #Esquimalt Recreation Centre parking lot from 4-6:30 p.m.... It will be contactless - please drive in and have your things in the back of your car and volunteers will be happy to retrieve. All volunteers will be wearing masks. Let’s see if we can have Esquimalt bring it for those that need it this holiday season. This event supports both the Rainbow Kitchen and TLC Fund for Kids.

And the answer to yesterday's trivia is...Country Grocer!! We want to give a huge shout out to all the hard working staff, keeping us consistently supplied with all life's necessities, and always having a smile on their faces during these crazy times!! Thanks Ladies and Gents!! Alex and the staff in Parks and Recreation want to wish everyone a fun, happy, and safe Halloween this weekend! Show us your decorations and carved pumpkins below! #WHEREISALEX #frontlineworkers #community

Things are getting spookier at the Esquimalt Recreation Centre. Do you have your pumpkin carved yet? Show us in the comments! #esquimalt #esqrec #spookyszn #yyj #victoriabc #halloween2020

Please follow esquimalt.ca/covid19 for the Township of Esquimalt's response to COVID-19. "We are in the process of evaluating our options for re-opening our recreation facilities in a balanced manner that both serves the community while keeping our staff and visitors safe." Thank you for your continued patience as we adapt and respond to this unprecedented situation.

Attention bread makers! Take your baking to the next level with Intermediate Sourdough Bread classes! Instructor Jennifer Childs will connect her kitchen to yours via Zoom, with Sat & Thu options available. Full details & registration info: https://bit.ly/3oHster

Are you looking for affordable & fun activities to do with your preschooler? We have FREE preschool dance classes available, Wednesday mornings at Esquimalt Rec Centre, courtesy of Esquimalt Neighbourhood House! Dance Together (1-3 yrs) & Creative Dance (4-5 yrs) lead by Nikko of MoonDance Dynamic Arts School are both available. Space is limited, so please pre-reserve your space online at https://bit.ly/2GhD0vB or phone our reception desk 250-412-8500.... We hope to see you!

And the answer to yesterday's trivia is... The Archie Browning sports Centre skating rink! Sometimes we surprise ourselves with what the body and mind remembers, it's like riding a bike! Right Alex?! Head over to Esquimalt.ca and register for drop in skating! Then Share your skating adventures below! #WhereisAlex #Skating #Community

It's time for...Where is Alex Wednesdays! This week Alex is taking some time to stop and smell the roses, and prep for this weekend! Keeping it close to home it's a local staple in Esquimalt! #WHEREISALEX #community

What goes great with cool fall days? Sourdough bread! Instructor Jen Childs will share her fabulous bread making skills via Zoom classes, starting Sat Oct 3. Visit this link for full details & to register: https://bit.ly/2HS7GnP

WE ARE HIRING! We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic person to join our Preschool Team! Do you know someone who would be a great fit? See the link below and apply today! https://www.esquimalt.ca//ece-or-ece-preschool-instructor-

NOTICE: Limited parking available at the Archie Browning Sports Centre and the Esquimalt Rec Centre from now until Friday October 30 as filming continues on the Netflix series MAID.

It's time for...Where is Alex Wednesdays! Embracing the cooler temperatures that fall brings Alex is lacing up those skates for the first time in a very long time! Where do you think Alex is today? Comment below! #WhereisAlex #Skating #Community

Motivation. Expertise. And a whole lot of fun. Join our fitness instructors for group classes with physical distancing and enhanced cleaning protocols in place. Register for one or ten classes up to 14 days in advance. Registration is available online 24 days/day seven days a week (link below) or by phone at 250.412.8500 (6:30am-6:30pm Monday-Friday, 8am-12pm Saturday). Link - Group fitness class schedule:... https://esquimalt.perfectmind.com//BookMe4Booking/Classes See more

Badminton is a great sport for beginners and experts alike. With its fast pace, simple rules and the amount of fun one can have; it's easy to see why badminton is one of the most popular sports globally. At Esquimalt Recreation, we have badminton in our Jubilee Hall every Sunday! Sign up NOW: For Children 9-13 yrs: ... https://esquimalt.perfectmind.com//Boo/BookingCoursesPage For Teen - Adults: https://esquimalt.perfectmind.com//Boo/BookingCoursesPage

Some of our Esquimalt Rec program team participate in Go by Bike Week 2020! Are you riding your bike this week? #esqrec #esquimaltbybike #esquimalt

Go By Bike Week has come to Esquimalt! Celebration station happening right NOW outside the Archie Browning Sports Centre until 6 PM @biketoworkvic #gobybikeweek #cycling #celebrationstation

Need assistance in navigating your online account? We've created a resource page to help you with that. If we have not yet answered your questions, please let us know. Link - Navigating your online account: https://www.esquimalt.ca//programs-reg/your-online-account

Looking to move your workout routine indoors? Reserve your space in the weight room, up to 14 days in advance where we have safety protocol in place - including limited capacity to ensure physical distancing can be maintained and additional cleaning protocols. Link to view available & register: https://esquimalt.perfectmind.com//BookMe4Booking/Classes

As with all aspects of facility admission, advanced reservation is required to skating at the Archie Browning Sports Centre. Book your space up to 14 days in advance, reserving skate rentals upon restoration as well. View availability & register: https://esquimalt.perfectmind.com//BookMe4Booking/Classes

Our gradual return of programs includes select social opportunities for seniors, including Community Walking Group, Conversation Cafe & the Community Walking Group. Click the link below to view our Senior's (Physical Distant) Social Opportunities resuming September 28th: https://esquimalt.perfectmind.com//BookMe4Booking/Classes

Looking to come swimming? Please be sure to reserve your space in advance, no walk-ins permitted. Reservations are available up to 14 days in advance. Swim runs for a 90 minute period, including access to the accessible change room, with 30 minutes in between sessions to ensure sanitization can be completed and traffic flow between activities can be maintained. Link to register:... https://esquimalt.perfectmind.com//BookMe4Booking/Classes See more

And the answer to yesterday’s trivia question is... The Esquimalt/View Royal Yard and Garden Waste Transfer Station! Hours of operation are Tuesday to Sunday from 8 am 5 pm. Located at 605 Canteen Road! #Whereisalex #yardwork #esquimalt

Interested in learning more about the safety protocols we have in place at @Township of Esquimalt recreation facilities? We have posted a section on just that through the Township website. It's the hub where you can find the latest on our safety measures in place as we gradually resume your favourite recreation activities: https://www.esquimalt.ca//safe-use-facilities-during-covid

It's time for...Where is Alex Wednesdays! Enjoying the last few days of sunshine we might see in a while, Alex got her outdoor chores done before the rain is here! Where do you think Alex is today? Comment below! #Whereisalex #esquimalt