Recreation Programs and Events
The public skating rink at the Farmer’s Market Plaza is now open! HUGE thanks to our sponsors The Parker Mountain Wind Turbine Society and Province of Nova Scotia’s Active Communities Fund for the generous funding, as well as the assistance of the
for the ongoing filling and skimming, Michael Weekes for the assistance with constructing, and to our Town Public Works crew and the very generous volunteer “Rink Squad” who shoveled it off and cleared paths after yesterday’s surprise storm!
Effective October 1, 2020, The Community Hub Gym has reopened for Annapolis Royal Recreation managed programs, and sport, fitness, and activity programs will be restarting during the month of October. All programs and the management of the facility are adhering to the most current COVID-19 safety guidelines provided by Nova Scotia Health Authority, Sport Nova Scotia, and Recreation Nova Scotia. The gym is not currently available to rent for private use or public events. If you have any questions, please call 902-955-1205, or email alc@annapolisroyal.com.
Annapolis Royal Recreation’s official mascot, “Sammy” Champlain!
Sport Programs and Fitness Classes
Annapolis Royal Recreation offers and supports a number of weekly sport and fitness opportunities for residents and visitors.
An up-to-the-minute link to the schedule is posted below the schedule, with copyable links available for easy reference.
Power-Hour @ The Annapolis Academy Gym.
Power Hour is set to resume in person in 2021, but due to the Covid -19 pandemic is currently being offered online! Please call 902-225-5556 for more information.
Power Hour is a challenging fitness class that focuses on strength, cardio, and flexibility! Monday’s classes are designed to accommodate new participants who may be new to fitness classes, but are open to all skill levels. Leader: Jane Power-Grimm. Mondays 8:00 – 9:00pm, Wednesdays 6:30 – 7:30pm, and Thursdays 6:30 -7:30pm. Starts: Classes are currently ongoing, join anytime. $5/Class
Wellness Hour @ The Community Hub Gym
Leader: Amery Boyer – admin.alli@gmail.com or 902-532-0556.
Classes are M-F at 8:50AM
Current class info can be found here:
Pickleball @ The Community Hub Gym
Pickleball is a racquet sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Two, three, or four players use solid paddles to hit a perforated polymer ball, similar to a wiffle ball, over a net. Leader Jean-Louis Batiot Mondays , Wednesdays and Fridays 1:00-5:00pm. For each 4 hour session, the first 2 hours are for “recreational play”, the second 2 hours for “competitive play”, please see below.
Starts: September 30 2019 Cost: $80/year for a up to 3x/week membership, $4 drop in rate. Join anytime!
- Each session will be divided where the first 2 hours (M 1-3PM, W 1-3PM, F 1-3PM) is for recreational/friendly play, open to all and encouraging to newcomers. The expectation for this time period is that there will not be highly aggressive, hard shots or serves, & spins, and teams should be chosen at random. And there be a sense of inclusion, skill development, and fun.
- The second portion of each day (3-5PM) will be for more competitive play. Here more aggressive play is welcome, and games may be played where players select their own teams if they wish.
- All skill and fitness levels should be welcome at either portion/session. The goal of adding this extra time is to accommodate players with the option of play whatever style of the game they may be seeking. Ideally, The first half of each session gives players the chance to hone their skills, then perhaps they will wish to stay and try more competitive play. Players are welcome to start and stop play at any time during either/both sessions.
- Introduction to Pickleball mini-classes will be offered periodically for those new to the game. Please call 902-955-1205 or email alco@annapolisroyal.com for more info.
Indoor Soccer @ the Community Hub Gym
Leader: Katie McLean
Wednesdays 7:45 – 9:30pm Grade 9+, Starts: Late October 2020, call 902-955-1205 to confirm date
Cost: $60/year, $4 adult/$2 Student drop-in
Volleyball (Co-ed) @ Community Hub Gym (2020)
Leader: Eric Melanson
Sunday 6-8PM, Adults 18+,
Cost: $50/year, $4 adult/$2 Student drop-in
Badminton @ AWEC:
Leader: Dale Hoyt
Thursday 7:30-9:00pm Grade 9+, Starts: Program is on Hiatus until 2021 due to Covid-19
Cost: $50/year, $4 adult/$2 Student drop-in
Competitive Table Tennis @ the Community Hub Gym
Leader: Brian Gibson, 902-532-1954.
Tuesday 7:00-9:00pm , Starts October 27, 2020
Cost: $50/year, $4 adult/$2 Student drop-in
Recreational Table Tennis @ the Community Hub Gym
Leader: Rita Ernestsons
Tuesday 1:00-3:00 & Thursday 1:00-3:00pm, Starts Mid October
Cost: $60/year, $4 adult drop in
Ball Hockey @ the Community Hub Gym
Leader: Alex Cranton
Thursday 8:00-9:30pm , Starts: December 2020, call 902-955-1205 for more info
Cost: $50/year, $4 adult/$2 Student drop-in
Friday Night Youth Basketball Training @ the Community Hub Gym
Leader: Ryan Scranton
Fridays 7:00PM Starting October 2020
Cost: TBD
*Please call 902-955-1205 before attending, as program/leader/gym availability may vary during school sports seasons.
If the costs associated with any programs are a barrier to participation, please contact Annapolis Royal Recreation to discuss options.
For up to the minute information on gym availability saved on your web browser or phone, please use this link:
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
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.
Walking_Map as Pdf
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