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Recreation Programs and Events

Grant Potter Memorial Park and Playground Revitalization Update –

Oct 30, 2024 – Closed for Season and Construction

Removal of the existing playground features and preparation of the site for new equipment will begin on Oct 30, 2024.  The Playground will be closed and gates locked at this time. No access is permitted to this facility at any time. Installation of new equipment will begin shortly, and final landscaping and site accessibility improvements will take place in the spring!

Additional funds to support the renovation of this facility are still needed to make it an even more exciting, accessible, inclusive, and awesome space! If you would be interested in having either you or your business fully sponsor any of these features or project components, please contact Noah Scanlan, Active Communities & Recreation Coordinator at 902-955-1205 to discuss, or if you would be willing to offer in-kind services such as excavation, installation, or carpentry, this can also be discussed but you must be fully licensed and insured.

To make a donation, please visit the link below.  Thanks for your support for this all-ages facility and recreation activities in the Town!

https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/annapolis-royal/campaign/grant-potter-memorial-playground/https://www.canadahelps.org/…/grant-potter-memorial…/

Design Documents:

2023.02.14 PLAYGROUND REPORT

GP Park Concept 1 2023

 

Sport Programs and Fitness Classes

Annapolis Royal Recreation offers and supports a number of weekly sport and fitness opportunities for residents and visitors.

September 2024 to January 2025 Adult Pickleball (Age 18+) @ The Community Hub Gym, Annapolis Royal
Pickleball is a racquet sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Two to four players use solid paddles to hit a perforated polymer ball, similar to a wiffle ball, over a net.
 
Groups
Fall session – Start date: September 16, 2024 and End date: January 31, 2025
Players of all skill levels will be welcome.
 groups
 days
 times
 cost
Afternoon Open Play
(all skills)(FULL-Wait List)
mon, wed, fri
2 pm to 4 pm
$80 + $5 ball fee
Evening Open Play
(all skills)
tues
6 pm to 8 pm
$50 + $5 ball fee
Drop-in rate is $5/session where available. Currently drop ins are not allowed, please check back in early November.
 
Registration Day
NO preregistration, first come first served at on September 10. Registration starts at 9AM for the 2-4 session. Registration starts at 10AM for the Tuesday evening session.
 
People can register any time after the start times, but it’s first come first served. No multiple requests per registration email please – for example if someone wishes to play in both the 2-4 and Tuesday evening sessions, they should send separate emails at 9AM and 10AM. This will avoid overloading the email server and having emails bounce back and will not give those enrolling in multiple sessions preferential early registration opportunities. There are no in-person registrations; to register, you must call 902-955-1205 or email alc@annapolisroyal.com
 
2nd membership
A member of the 2-4 pm session may also sign up for the evening session for an additional $25 + $5 ball fee.
 
Annapolis Royal Pickleball Club
There will also be The Annapolis Royal Pickleball Club which will play at separate times from the public program. The club will be for those who are interested in more intense competitive play and will require a higher level of commitment to attend sessions.  For more information about the club and membership, please email arpballclub@gmail.com
Outdoor Pickleball: at the Annapolis Royal tennis Courts, 62 Champlain Drive, one court is lined with pickleball court lines.  To receive a code to access this facility, please email alc@annapolisroyal.com .   The courts are free for use by the public at non-Tennis Club scheduled times which are posted below.

Tennis in Annapolis Royal

Summer is here, so it’s time to get out and enjoy Annapolis Royal’s community tennis courts located on Champlain Drive next to AWEC!
Accessing the courts: There is no cost to use the courts, but you must now register to receive the combination to the gate lock by contacting alc@annapolisroyal.com, by calling 902-955-1205, or by visiting Town Hall. The courts are open to all, and children under 12 must have parental supervision.  During busy times, please limit play time to 30 minutes in order to allow others to play.
The Annapolis Royal Tennis Club is always looking for new members. Seasonal membership rates for all play is $50 adult/$30 student. The fee for vacationers is $5/week to play on club doubles days. To become a club member, please join the club at one of their scheduled play times. All skill levels are welcome, and this is a super fun community organization to join!. There are also doubles tournaments that are open to the public on all holiday weekends. Please call Mike Scott at 902-532-5107 for more info.

Club Play Times – Senior Play Times (65 yrs and older) M-W-F mornings from 10- 12 

Regular Club Times – Tues. and Thurs. 5pm – Dusk, Sundays from 2pm till 5pm 

For more information on any of the above, or to borrow some tennis equipment to go give it a try, please contact Noah Scanlan, Active Living Coordinator, at alc@annapolisroyal.com, or call (902)-955-1205.
Please call Mike Scott at 902-532-5107 for more info or to register for the following Club events.  the courts will be closed to the public at these times
Club Tournaments and Events:
July 7 – Tournament 1-5PM
July 16 – Club Tennis NS clinic -3-7PM
September 8 Tournament 1-5PM

Indoor Soccer (age 14+) @ the Community Hub Gym – Starts October 2, 2024

Leader: Erin Wilson

Wednesdays 7:00-9PM, Fridays 5-7PM

Cost: $120/year.  Join anytime, prorated rates available as the season progresses.

 

Adult Volleyball (18+) Starts October 5, Join anytime

Leader: Daniele Carriere

Sunday 7-9PM, Adults 16+,

Cost: $100/year, join anytime

 

 

Coed youth volleyball – Ages 14-16 – Starts September 2024

Beginner to intermediate youth players are invited to participate in just for fun scrimmages with coed teams. Bring water, indoor sneakers and a positive attitude to play some fun volleyball and improve game play.

**Pre-registration is required for this program, please email Daniele at daniele_34@hotmail.com

Leader: Daniele Carriere

Sunday 5-7PM, Youth 14-16,

Cost: $50/year, join anytime

 

Recreational Table Tennis (18+) @ the Community Hub Gym Starts October 10 2024

Leader: Rita Ernestsons

Thursday 1:00-3:00pm

Cost: $100/year

 

 

Friday Night Youth Basketball (ages 12-18) Starts TBA Fall 2024

Leader: Ryan Scranton

Fridays 7:00PM Starting October 21, 2022

Cost: Free! thanks to After School Program Funding provided by AVRCE and Town of Annapolis Royal

*Please call 902-955-1205 before joining/attending this basketball program, as program/leader/gym availability may vary during school sports seasons.

 

 

Tai Chi Group – Tuesday and Thursdays at 9 AM Starts October 2024

Join this Tues & Thurs AM Tai Chi group and start your day off right! Learn as you go, all experience levels welcome.

Leader: Lorna McLagan

Tuesday & Thursday 9AM-9:45

Cost: $80/year, join anytime

 

Safe Indoor Walking at the Community Hub Gym

Ongoing for 2024/25.  Please note, this program will be postponed starting December 24, 2024 through December 31, and resumes right after the new year!

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11AM-noon

$2 drop in fee

 

If the costs associated with any programs are a barrier to participation, please contact Annapolis Royal Recreation to discuss options – alc@annapolisroyal.com or 902-955-1205

 

Please note:  Annapolis Royal Recreation and Town of Annapolis Royal are a zero tolerance workplace.  Staff reserves the right to remove program participants from programs at any time based on violent, aggressive, or inappropriate behavior, and players will not be refunded.  The Town of Annapolis Royal’s Anti Violence in the Workplace Policy and recreation Facilities Code of Conduct can be viewed here:

https://annapolisroyal.com/anti-violence-in-the-workplace/

 

Annapolis Royal Recreation Program Code of Conduct Sep 2 2024

 

For more information please contact Noah Scanlan at 902-955-1205, or email alc@annapolisroyal.com

Annapolis Royal Recreation on Facebook

Annapolis Royal Recreation has its’ own Facebook page featuring ongoing updates about recreation opportunities in Annapolis Royal, as well as fun tips and strategies for for staying healthy, fit, and happy.  Please click here to visit this page, “like”, and join this group!

The Academy Loft Climbing Gym

The Annapolis Valley Climbing Club’s new indoor rock climbing gym located at the Academy Gym.  For a complete list of their programming please find them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/annapolisvalleyclimbingclub/, or email annapolisvalleyclimbingclub@gmail.com for information on events or becoming an AVCC member.

Walk Annapolis Royal

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Annapolis Royal offers a number of different walking paths and routes for both recreation and to incorporate “active transportation” into your daily routine, all outlined in our handy map.

Updated Map – Public Washrooms edit_20240816_100525_0000 Walking Map Pdf

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