Drop-in programs

Drop-in programs are unstructured physical activities that are open to all levels and abilities. All drop-in programs are held at the West Lincoln Community Centre located at 177 West Street in Smithville. Find details about each program below.

2025 Drop-in Waiver: Once per year (January to December) all participants, including children and adults, must complete the annual Drop-in Waiver form to participate. The form must be signed by a parent/guardian if the participant is under the age of 18. Drop-In Waivers are available at the Community Centre or online. If you have any questions about a drop-in program, please call Community Services at 905-957-3346 ext. 4688 or email us.

Cancellations: Please note that drop-in programs may be cancelled due to holidays, special events or facility needs. Please check the Program Schedule or the Community Centre Reception for updates and information on program cancellations.

Program Schedule

Family Open Gym (max 30)

Unstructured drop-in play for families. Children/youth under 17 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian (18+) who remains in the gym to participate with their children. Activities and equipment will be monitored to provide a safe environment. Drop-in fees apply to everyone.

Thursdays: 3 to 4:30 p.m.

Fridays: 7:30 to 9 p.m.

Saturdays: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Older Adult Social 55+ FREE

Drop in for casual activities and socialization. Coffee, cards, crokinole, table tennis and conversation. Attendees must be inclusive and respectful.

Fridays: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Pickleball, Advanced + Beginner, 18+ (max 30)

Please attend these programs as they best fit your level of play. Play must be inclusive and respectful. These are non-instructional drop-in programs.

Advanced Pickleball: Mondays and Wednesdays, from 1 to 3 p.m.

Beginner Pickleball: Mondays, from 3 to 5 p.m. and Fridays, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Pickleball:

  • Mondays: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
  • Tuesdays: 6 to 8 p.m.
  • Wednesdays: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
  • Thursdays: 1 to 3 p.m.
  • Fridays: 2 to 4 p.m.
  • Saturdays: 3 to 5 p.m.

Youth Open Gym (max 25)

Drop in for gym fun with friends facilitated by Recreation Staff.  Adults are not permitted to participate, but may stay to watch.

Tuesdays: 4:30 to 6 p.m. (ages 9-12) and from 8 to 9:30 p.m. (ages 13-17) 

Thursdays: 4:30 to 6 p.m. (ages 9-12) and from 6 to 7:30 p.m. (ages 13-17)

Fridays: 4:30 to 6 p.m. (ages 9-12) and from 6 to 7:30 p.m. (ages 13-17)

Thursday's Youth Open Gym is FREE, sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of West Lincoln.

Ukulele Jam Session 55+ FREE

Drop in for a non-instructional ukulele jam session. Bring your own uke and jam out with your friends. All levels are welcome. Attendees must be inclusive and respectful.

Fridays: 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Walking Track FREE

Srping/summer (April to September): Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday closed.

Fall/winter (September to April): Daily, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Facility etiquette

Please follow our facility etiquette to help keep the gymnasium safe and enjoyable for everyone. Staff may ask participants to leave if facility etiquette guidelines are not being met.

  • Indoor shoes only in gymnasium
  • Locker rooms are available for use
  • No food or drink allowed in the gymnasium except water
  • No horseplay, swearing, boisterous activity or noise pollution
  • Facility users must put gym equipment away after use
  • Drop-In registration begins 10 minutes prior to scheduled time
  • NO ENTRY to gymnasium prior to scheduled time
  • Facility users must treat each other and staff with respect
  • Discrimination and/or harassment of any kind will not be tolerated and will result in immediate removal from the Community Centre

Drop-in fees

Participants have the option of paying a single use drop-in fee or purchasing a discount card.

Child/Youth: $4 per visit or $25 discount card (10 visits)

Adults (18+): $6 per visit or $50 discount card (10 visits)

Older Adults (55+): $4 per visit or $34 discount card (10 visits)

Family*: $16 per visit or $134 discount card (10 visits)

*Family drop-in fee is a maximum of 2 adults and 4 children for $16/visit.