Recreation Programs and Events
Playground Revitalization Project – Playground is now OPEN!!
The Grant Potter Memorial Park and Playground located at 169 St. George street is now complete and open for the season. The facility has been fully refurbished with exciting new play features, accessibility upgrades, fresh landscaping, and improved seating and rest areas for all.
The Town of Annapolis Royal would like to thank the Government of Canada, Province of Nova Scotia’s Dept of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage – Sport and Recreation Division, Cobequid Consulting, Joy Elliott Landscape Architectural Design, Anderson Weekes Construction, the Playground Design Working Group, support from Council and Staff, and the many generous financial donors who contributed to completing this project.
Sport Programs and Fitness Classes
Annapolis Royal Recreation offers and supports a number of weekly sport and fitness opportunities for residents and visitors.
February 2025 to June 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
Winter session – Start date: February 1, 2025 and End date: June 21, 2025
Players of all skill levels will be welcome.
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Groups
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Days
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Times
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Rate
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Afternoon Open Play
(all skills)
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mon, wed, fri
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2 pm to 4 pm
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$105
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Evening Open Play
(all skills)
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tues
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6 pm to 8 pm
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$70
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Rates include ball fee.
Drop-in rate is $5/session where available.
Registration Day
Registration starts at 9AM on January 21, 2025.
People can register any time after registration opens, but it’s first come first served. There are no in-person registrations. To register, you must call 902-955-1205 or email
alc@annapolisroyal.com
Wednesday 4-6PM Public Pickleball Court Rental
From February 5th to June 18th, courts will be available for rental every Wednesday from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at a rate of $10 per hour per court. This is a fantastic opportunity to use the courts for private games, clinics, or even hiring a private coach. Please note that you must bring your own ball, as balls will not be provided. Additionally, renters are responsible for setting up and taking down their own nets. Cash-only payments can be made directly to Sandra Sexton. Please be aware that we reserve the right to cancel any court booking if necessary.
Please do not overwrite a booked court.
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 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
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
Annapolis Royal Active Living Strategy 2025-30
Annapolis Royal Active Living Strategy 2025 Final Approved Jan 23 2025
