Youth Services
Engagement and recreation opportunities for youth in our community.
We offer a number of options, some free of charge and others with associated fees, to meet a range of interests and needs. Other Youth drop-in programs include:
- Lengths swims
- Shinny hockey and skating
- Sports (badminton, basketball, and volleyball)
Due to the popularity of our drop-in programs and capacity limits, we recommend you secure your spot online in advance. Walk-ins are welcome as space permits. If you pre-book, you must arrive within 15 minutes of the program start time or your spot may be offered to those waiting. Schedules are subject to change.
Weekly programs and workshops offered include:
- Basketball and volleyball
- Tennis, badminton and squash
- Tae Kwon Do
- Digital drawing, 3D printing, sewing, drawing and painting, and digital photography
Youth between the ages of 14 and 17 are automatically eligible for our Student Fitness Membership and can purchase one online. Visit the Memberships page for details.
Get involved!
The Oakville Youth Action Committee (OYAC) are volunteers ages 13-18 working to foster positive experiences for all youth in our community.
This year, we will be focused on a few projects, including:
- The creation of an art mural at River Oaks Community Centre led by professional artist Yasaman Mehrsa.
- Helping to plan for Youth Week activities in all community centres.
- Planning for Youth Awards Night with various youth-focused awards during National Youth Week (May 1-7, 2025).
Applications are now closed
Thank you to everyone who submitted their ideas and applications. The committee looks forward to working on these incredible initiatives with this year’s team of passionate youth leaders.
Stay tuned for updates on our projects, and we look forward to an inspiring year ahead!
The Oakville Youth Action Committee (OYAC) is a group of youth volunteers working to enhance their local community by encouraging meaningful youth participation in community recreation programs and events.
The Recreation and Culture department accepts youth volunteers in select children’s programs:
- Aquatic volunteers provide support to swimming instructors on deck and in the water, as well as helping with special events. They must complete a Pool Pal workshop before volunteering.
- Volunteers interested in summer camp placements must complete the Learn to Lead course prior to the placement.
Volunteers interested in general program placements from September through to June can contact the recreation centre directly and ask to speak with the Recreation Coordinator or Recreation Assistant.
For more volunteering opportunities, visit our Volunteer Opportunities page for more information.
Youth Week
Every year, Oakville celebrates National Youth Week from May 1 to 7 with free activities, learning opportunities and events for youth.
Contact us
Program Supervisor
905-845-6601, ext. 3624
oakvilleyouth@oakville.ca
For registration assistance Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. contact:
905-815-2000
recreation@oakville.ca