Recreation Programs and Events
Annapolis Royal Recreation’s official mascot, “Sammy” Champlain!
April 29, 2022: Please note the Harvest Moon and French Basin Trails and parking lot at 112 Prince Albert Road are now open.
July 2022 Youth Sports Camps:
Youth Basketball Camp – July 13 & 14 at the Community Hub Gym
Learn the basics of basketball, develop your skills, and improve your game! This two-day session is being led by Coach Rhys Scranton and Annapolis Royal Recreation. Ages 9-12 9AM-Noon, and 13-16 1PM-4PM. Please bring a water bottle and indoor-only sneakers. To register, contact Rhys at Rscranton@annpolisroyal.com or call 902-955-8634. Pre-registration is required, and the cost is $20.
Youth Tennis Camp – July 18-20 10AM-2PM at the Annapolis Royal Tennis Courts
This fun camp is open to youth ages 7-14. Cost is $40 for the 3 day camp, and in the event of rain the sessions will be rescheduled later in the week. All required equipment is provided, and the option to swim at the adjacent Annapolis Community Pool is included in the price – bring a lunch, water, and a swimsuit! Please contact Rhys at RScranton@annapolisroyal.com or 902-955-8634 with any questions or to register. Pre-registration is required.
Tennis in Annapolis Royal
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.
Sport Programs – Rates and schedules posted are for the October 2021->June 1 2022 season. Please Note that registration for Fall 2021/Winter 2022 Programs is currently closed. Stay tuned for details on upcoming programs.
Pickleball @ The Community Hub Gym – Starts Monday, October 18, 2021
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.
Cost: $160/year for a up to 3x/week membership. Half season membership is available at a discounted rate.
- 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 – Starts October 15, 2021
Leader: Hector Lopez
Wednesdays 7:45 – 9:30pm, Fridays 5-7PM Starts: Late October, call 902-955-1205 to confirm date
Cost: $120/year
Volleyball Starts October 17, 2021,
@ The Community Hub Gym/AWEC starting late November
Leader: MacKenzie DeLong
Sunday 630-830PM, Adults 18+,
Cost: $100/year
Competitive Table Tennis @ the Community Hub Gym, Starts October 18, 2021
Leader: Pierre Igot
Monday 6-8PM, Tuesday 7:00-9:00pm
Cost: $120/Year
Recreational Table Tennis @ the Community Hub Gym Starts October 21, 2021
Leader: Rita Ernestsons
Thursday 1:00-3:00pm
Cost: $100/year
Monday Night Adult Basketball – Fall->Dec 2021 Session
Leader: Sam Anson
Monday 8-9:30PM
Cost: $80/Year
Friday Night Youth Basketball Training @ the Community Hub Gym ON HOLD UNTIL FALL 2022
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. Discounts available for those who join late in the season.
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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