Activities Guide & Program Registration

The City of Cambridge’s Spring and Summer Activities Guide, which features programming at facilities across the city, is now available!

From swimming to sculpture, soccer to STEAM, there is a course for anyone at any age. The guide also includes information about City services and local businesses.

Pick up your copy at City Hall, the Cambridge Farmers Market, all City recreation centres and arenas, Cambridge Public Library locations, and neighbourhood associations. You can also browse programs online on CORAL.

Registration opens to Cambridge residents on Wednesday, March 25. Registration opens to anyone from neighbouring municipalities one week later on April 1.

Registration dates for Cambridge residents:
Wednesday, June 17, 7 a.m.- Summer aquatic programs

Registration dates for non-Cambridge residents:
Wednesday, April 1, 7 a.m. – Spring aquatic programs
Wednesday, April 1, 8:30 a.m. – All other Spring and Summer programs
Wednesday, June 24, 7 a.m. – Summer aquatic programs

View the Spring & Summer Activities Guide View activities on CORAL

Programming

50+ Programs

The Cambridge 50+ Recreation Centres offer registered and drop-in programs. You can register online or in person at any of our recreation centres. The majority of these programs continue year-round.

Register online 

View our Spring and Summer 2026 50+ Newsletter for complete information on our programs and services being offered April 2026 - August 2026.

View our current 2026 Spring and Summer Activities Guide online or pick up a physical copy at one of our centres today!

June is senior's month! Check out all the events and programs planned. 

50+ Clubs

Cambridge 50+ Woodworkers

The Cambridge 50+ Woodworkers Club provides members of our community, aged 50 and over, the opportunity to pursue their woodworking hobby in a shared space workshop. With two well equipped shops, in the core of Preston and Galt, you have the use of professional woodworking equipment, sandpaper, screws, and glue to build your project. 

How to become a member:

  • Cambridge 50+ Recreation Centre Member
  • September 1 to August 31 pay the $75 Club Membership 
  • April 1 to August 31 pay the $40 Club Membership (new members only)

Learn more about our Club by visiting Cambridge50pluswoodworkers.ca and request a tour of one of our shops. Email us at membership@Cambridge50pluswoodworkers.ca with any questions you may have.

Locations: David Durward Centre, 62 Dickson Street and Allan Reuter Centre, 507 King Street East

Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Some Saturdays.

Cambridge 50+ Choir

The Cambridge 50+ Choir started in 1992 and is still going strong with over 50 choir members. In addition to our annual concerts, we entertain at Retirement & Long Term Care facilities around the area. We lift hearts, get toes tapping, bring back memories and make new ones.

 How to become a member:

  • Cambridge 50+ Recreation Centre Member
  • Starting in September $15 per month paid to the choir.
  • Choir practices for 10 months/year.
  • Practice each Friday  9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Location: David Durward Centre, 62 Dickson Street, 519-623-1340 ext. 4634

Ancient Mariners Canoe Club (AMCC)

AMCC paddles Tuesday mornings and some Wednesday mornings from May into October, mainly on the Grand River but also on some smaller rivers, such as the Speed, Nith, Conestoga and Eramosa. Spring training includes refreshers for all members. Various committees – equipment, safety, training, social, membership, and program – keep things organized. AMCC also has many socials and getaways. 

How to become a member:

  • New members join in the fall and complete training in the fall and the spring
  • Cambridge 50+ Recreation Centre Member
  • Age 55 or older
  • AMCC Club Membership & Training $150
  • Membership subsequent years $50 If you are interested in joining this friendly club, contact amcc.membership@gmail.com

Older Adult Services

Visit our Older Adult Services webpage to learn more about the 50+ Recreation Centres and other supportive programs that are offered. 

Visit our Age-Friendly page and find out what we are doing within our community, view the Age Friendly Community Services Guide and subscribe to a monthly e-newsletter! 

Learn more about our Older Adult Strategy. 

Fitness Pay As You Go Programs

No registration needed - just pay as you go!

Price per activity - Youth: $4.17, Adult: $6.13, Senior: $4.17 +HST

These rates are only for fitness programming listed here. Schedule subject to facility and instructor availability. 

Note: Fitness Pay As You Go Programs do not run on Statutory Holidays.

Fitness Pay As You Go Schedule
Fitness Pay As You Go Schedule
Program Day  Time Location
H.i.i.T Monday 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. WG Johnson Centre Gym
H.i.i.T Monday 7:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. WG Johnson Centre Gym
Cardio Sculpt Tuesday 6:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. WG Johnson Centre - Ted Wake Activities Room
Total Body Sculpt Wednesday 6:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. WG Johnson Centre Gym
Step Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. WG Johnson Centre Gym
Tabata Thursday 6:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. WG Johnson Centre - Ted Wake Activities Room
Total Body Core  Friday 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. WG Johnson Centre Gym

Cardio Sculpt

A generous mix of cardiovascular and muscle sculpting exercises. Supports fat burning and building lean muscles. 

H.i.i.T (High Intensity Interval Training)

High energy combination class of muscular endurance, core, cardio, and a relaxing end of class stretch. 

Step

Full cardio workout that blends basic moves and new patterns. Options are provided for all levels. 

Tabata

Tabata is a style of high-intensity interval training that involves 20 seconds of exercise at your maximum effort, followed by 10 seconds of rest, for a number of rounds. 

Total Body Core

A full-body workout focused on strengthening the core, improving balance, and building overall strength through functional movements. 

Total Body Sculpt

A variety of equipment such as weights and resistance equipment are used to give your muscles a solid strength and endurance workout. 

Conditioning Centres

If you are a member of our conditioning room, learn how to use the equipment safely and confidently with our qualified personal trainer. Register for our Orientation Clinics. 

Did you know we offer a variety of fitness services to help you reach your goals?

  • 1:1 Appointments: Personalized training  sessions tailored just for you.
  • 2:1 Appointments: Train with a friend and enjoy a more personalized experience.
  • Small Group Personal Training: Join a small  group for a supportive and motivating workout.
  • Conditioning Room Orientations: New to the conditioning room? Register for an orientation to get started!
Conditioning Centre Locations:
  • David Durward Centre, 62 Dickson Street, (519) 623-1340 ext. 4360
  • William E. Pautler Centre, 1145 Concession Road, (519) 623-1340 ext. 4722
  • WG Johnson Centre/Ted Wake Centre, 31 Kribs Street, (519) 623-1340 ext. 4469

Memberships

Purchase a membership at any of our fitness centres to enjoy the health benefits all year long. 

Fitness Centres Membership Options
Memberships  Youth (14-17) Adult Senior/Student Group
Monthly $38.03 $62.40 $38.03 $119.04
Annual Wellness $435.05 $611.25 $435.05 n/a
Annual Fit $290.58 $384.40 $290.58 n/a
Annual Conditioning Room $85.05 $143.84 $85.05 n/a

 Please note:

  • Student Conditioning Room pass is the same price as an adult.
  • Senior Conditioning Room pass must possess a current City of Cambridge 50+ membership.

Conditioning Centre Guidelines

  • Open to participants ages 13 years and older.
  • Conditioning Centres are unsupervised – use at your own risk
  • Share equipment between sets
  • Limit time on cardio equipment to 30 minutes when others are waiting
  • Put weights and equipment away immediately after use
  • Use personal listening devices only
  • Keep the facility scent free
  • Wipe down equipment after use
  • Report any equipment malfunctions to staff immediately
  • Keep torso covered while working out
  • No street shoes – use separate athletic shoes that have not been worn outside
  • Refrain from eating in the conditioning centre
  • Report any injuries or accidents to staff immediately

Notice: To ensure the well-being of Conditioning Centre patrons the rooms are monitored by video cameras. Ask at the main reception for further information.

Children Programs

We offer activities for children aged 2-12 over the school year to keep children active, engaged and learning. Check out our programs on cambridge.ca/CORAL

School Year & Summer Camps

PD Day, Winter Break, March Break, and Summer camps are available, for more information check our camps!

Inclusion

City staff work to meet the needs of all participants, regardless of ability, in all our City-run activities. To learn more about what is offered visit our Support and Accommodations page.

Birthday Parties

Want to host a birthday party at the WG Johnson Centre or John Dolson Centre?  We offer room and pool rentals; for more information on booking a facility visit our birthday parties page or email rental@cambridge.ca.

HIGH FIVE Quality of Play

We are a committed member and accredited organization of HIGH FIVE—a province-wide quality assurance program designed to support the safety, well-being, and healthy development of children in sport and recreation programs.

Youth Programs

Cambridge has many recreational opportunities for youth in the community.

Volunteering

Volunteer applications are now open for Summer 2026. To apply, please complete the volunteer application form. For more information about volunteering, please visit our volunteering page. 

Leader In Training Camp

This camp allows youth ages 13-15 years to act as assistants to Camp Leaders and will have the opportunity to receive training and certifications in HIGH FIVE, Emergency First Aid, and Safeguard training. This is an exciting and rewarding program for youth who enjoy working with children. Learn more about the  Leader in Training Camp in the Cambridge Activities Guide.

Youth Friendly Community Recognition
The City of Cambridge was awarded the Youth Friendly Community Recognition Award through Play Works for providing youth (ages 13 to 19) opportunities and activities for growth and development. 
Youth Resources

Access programs, services, events and supports from trusted organizations across Waterloo Region, on the Youth Resource page.