June is Recreation & Parks Month
June is Recreation and Park Month (J.R.P.M.) is an annual community mobilization movement that takes place in parks, schools, recreation centres and neighbourhoods all across Ontario. By celebrating June is Recreation and Parks Month, the Town of Aurora aims to promote healthy and active living for all residents and increase awareness of the value and important benefits that recreation and parks provide to individuals, families and communities.
From registered programs and activities offered by Town staff or local community organizations throughout the month of June to tips and ideas on things you and your family can do in Aurora on your own to celebrate June is Recreation and Parks month, the Town has you covered with many options for you to participate and get involved in!
J.R.P.M. Programs & Activities
All J.R.P.M. programs and activities are FREE.
*Pre-registration is required for any programs and activities noted with an asterisk. Register online at e-PLAY or in-person at one of our recreation facilities (A.F.L.C. or S.A.R.C.) unless otherwise specified.
To Register Online - Simply click on the time slot for the activity you want to participate in. You will then be directed to our online registration system.
Registration dates for any J.R.P.M. programs that require pre-registration.
- Monday, May 16 – Resident Registration opens
- Tuesday, May 24 – Non-Resident Registration opens
| Special Events | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Outdoor Fitness | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Swimming | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lawn Bowling | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Tennis | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
^Offered by Total Tennis. If you have any questions, please email Bill Maron or call 416-565-8774. |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Recreation Programs - Preschool | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Recreation Programs - Children | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
^This drop-in is open to individuals ages 6 and above. Children between the ages of 6 to 11 years must have a supervising adult (16 years or older) present on-site during climbing. Waiver available online or in-person at A.F.L.C. and must be completed before climbing. |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Recreation Programs - Youth | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Recreation Programs - Adult | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
^Please register online at See What She Can Do. Meeting details will be emailed to all registrants in advance. |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Recreation Programs - Older Adult | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| GooseChase - J.R.P.M. Scavenger Hunt | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Grab your phone, download the GooseChase app, complete missions, collect points, and achieve glory. J.R.P.M. missions will be released each Monday and Friday throughout the month of June and can be completed on your schedule, whenever you choose. Collect points and see where you land on the leaderboard. This scavenger hunt will include 3 categories:
This is a great way to engage with the community, challenge friends and family, get outdoors and stay active this month in celebration of June is Recreation and Parks Month - so join our game today and get in on the fun! |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Social Media - How are you celebrating J.R.P.M.? | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Take photos of you and your family participating in one of the J.R.P.M. activities above or let us know how you are celebrating on your own. Post your photos on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram using the hashtag #AuroraJRPM22 and be eligible to have it published in the Aurora Community Services Program Guide. Don’t forget to tag the Town @Town_of_Aurora on Twitter or @townofaurora on Facebook. Need some more ideas of ways to be active this June? See the Parks and Recreation JRPM 2022 Activity Booklet below for activities you can do with your family, friends and neighbours. |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Related Links
To learn more about J.R.P.M., please visit the Parks and Recreation Ontario website.
