Oak Bay Recreation Centre

Aquatics

AQUAFIT CANCELLATION - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6

Please note that the Aquafit Shallow Water Drop-in Class from 7:45 to 8:45 a.m. on Sunday, October 6 has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience. All other drop-in classes are as scheduled.

Click below to view description regarding our swim lesson levels.

Tennis Lessons - Teens

Teen Group Lessons (12-17 years)

For those teens or soon to be teens who are interested in picking up the game or developing their skills further. Our programs give teens the pathway of recreational FUNdamentals up to attempting to make the local high school team or all the way to becoming a provincially ranked tournament player.

Class size is limited to 6 players to 1 instructor.

Also see Junior Tennis Lessons.

Tennis Lessons - Children

Children Group Lessons (5-11 years)

For those aspiring tennis players from beginner to an advanced competitive level. The “Progressive Tennis” model of graduating length will be used.

The beginning stages of tennis involves a scaled-down court and foam balls – then progressing with a larger court and a faster ball as the player develops. This process builds confidence and will make the game much more appealing.

Class size is limited to 6 players to 1 instructor.

Tennis Lessons - Adults

Adult Group Lessons (16 years & up)

For those who are looking to improve their technique and tactics. These sessions are more instructional than play. However each session should have a component of spirited yet fun competitive games to raise your excitement level.

For optimum enjoyment and program efficiency instructional class size will not exceed 6 participants to an instructor on one court.

Class level range from beginner to advanced.

Tennis Events

Free Family Day Tennis Event
Monday February 13
10am-noon

  • Free 15 minute private lessons; limited spots available, sign-up upon arrival. 
  • Learn the fundamentals and test your skills. 

Personal Training

Personal Training is an excellent way to improve your overall fitness, stay motivated, revamp your existing workout program and get results. A Registered Personal Trainer will work with you one on one to design a specialized workout program specific to your needs and fitness goals. Learn proper form and technique to reduce injury and enhance your workout program.

Licensed Childcare

Oak Bay Parks Recreation and Culture offers:

  • Paddington Station – a Licensed 3-5-year-old, full-day daycare.

  • Two Licensed After-School Care programs, servicing Willows Elementary and Campus View Elementary.

  • One Licensed Before-School Care Program, servicing Willows Elementary.

  • Affordable childcare in alignment with the BC childcare benefit. 

  • Supported Childcare development.

Birthday Parties

Rent the Henderson Gymnasium for an hour of birthday fun with your family and party of up to 20 chidren and 20 Adults. Choose from a variety of options, including floor hockey, soccer and preschool ride ’em cars. The booking adult must be always present at the party.