COVID-19 update: In Step 3 of the province's Roadmap to Reopen, Loyalist Township will take a staggered approach to reopening services and facilities to allow the necessary measures to be in place to ensure the safety of residents and staff. For more information on Recreation including the Pool, Sports Fields, and Municipal Services at the W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre, checkout the tabs below:
Swimming programs |
| The swimming pool at the WJ Henderson Recreation Centre is open for Lane Swims, Senior Swims, Parent & Tot Swims, Aquafit, and leadership courses. Pre-registration is required for all swims. Children's lessons are not being offered at this time due to a shortage of swimming instructors.
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Indoor fitness classes |
| Indoor fitness classes resumed on Monday, July 26th back at the LAC! Participants must pre-register for all classes at this time. Residents will be able to pre-register up to 96 hours in advance and non-residents can register up to 48 hours in advance.
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Try a virtual program |
| Looking for something to do at home? We've got you covered! Loyalist Township has virtual program options for the spring to keep you busy while you're staying safe at home. We have many options available including fitness, art, music and more!
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Leisure & Activity Centre |
| Open for pre-registered fitness classes only.
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W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre |
| The W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre is open for pre-registered activities and arena rentals only at this time. Recreation and Facilities Staff are working hard to bring back services at the pool and the arena. As we work towards bringing staff back and getting these facilities back up and running, we ask that everyone keep an eye on this page and our Facebook and Twitter accounts for future updates. |
Amherstview Community Hall |
| We are now accepting rental requests for this coming fall, starting October 1st. If you're interested in booking the hall please contact bookings@loyalist.ca or complete a Facility Rental Request Form. |
Sports fields and park bookings |
| Loyalist Township is not accepting further sports field or park bookings at this time. The facilities are available for casual use, weather permitting. |
Playgrounds Open |
| On April, 17, 2020, the Province of Ontario amended the Reopening Ontario Act to permit park benches, outdoor playgrounds, outdoor play structures and outdoor play equipment to be open.Remember that playground equipment is not cleaned or sanitized. Please continue to follow public health directives. |
COVID-19 vaccinations |
| If you are eligible for a vaccination at this time, visit covid-19.ontario.ca/book-vaccine to make your appointment through the provincial online vaccine booking tool.Vaccination information can be found at KFL&A PH Vaccine. For further information, please call 1-888-999-6488. Lines are open daily from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. |
Creating or logging into your online account |
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COVID-19 recreation facility protocols |
| COVID-19 Facility Protocols - Private/semi-private lessons and pool layoutCOVID-19 Facility Protocols - Lane swims/senior lane swims and pool layoutCOVID-19 Facility Protocols - Aquafit and pool layoutCOVID-19 Facility Protocols - Adult fitness classes COVID-19 Facility Protocols - Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross COVID-19 Facility Protocols - Sports fields |
Safety measures for COVID-19 |
| Safety measures have been implemented and include, but are not limited to:
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Contact Us
Recreation & Facilities
Tel: 613-389-3648
Email Recreation & Facilities
W. J. Henderson Recreation Centre
322 Amherst Drive
Amherstview, ON K7N 1S9