People playing pickleball

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, at 177 West Street in Smithville. Find details about each program below. Interested in booking the gymnasium or community rooms? Visit our Book a Facility page.

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 30 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

2025 fees

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

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

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

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

2026 fees

(The updated rates below come into effect on January 1, 2026)

West Lincoln resident fees

Adult (18+): $6 per visit or $54 discount card (10 visits)

Child/Youth: $4 per visit or $36 discount card (10 visits)

Family*: $17 per visit or $153 discount card (10 visits)

Older Adults (55+): $4 per visit or $36 discount card (10 visits)

Non-resident fees

Adult (18+): $7 per visit or $63 discount card (10 visits)

Child/Youth: $5 per visit or $45 discount card (10 visits)

Family*: $19 per visit or $171 discount card (10 visits)

Older Adults (55+): $5 per visit or $45 discount card (10 visits)

 

*Family drop-in fee is a maximum of 2 adults and 4 children

Drop-in programs

2025 Drop-in Waiver: All participants, including children and adults, must complete the annual Drop-in Waiver form once per year to participate. The form must be signed by a parent/guardian if the participant is under 18. Drop-In Waivers are available at the Community Centre or online.

Contact: Questions about a drop-in programs can be directed to Community Services at 905-957-3346 ext. 4688 or recreation@westlincoln.ca. Community Centre Customer Service Hours are Monday to Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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

Program Schedule

Adult basketball and volleyball 18+ (max 30)

Unstructured drop-in gym time for adults of all skill levels that will be facilitated by Recreation Staff. Play must be inclusive and respectful.

Tuesdays (basketball): 8 to 9 p.m. - Half Gym South

Fridays (basketball and volleyball): 8 to 10 p.m. - beginning January 5, 2026

Bonus date over the holiday break: Saturday, December 27 (basketball) from 7:30 to 9 p.m.

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.

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

Bonus dates over the holiday break: Monday, December 22, from 8:30 to 10 a.m., and Thursday, January 1, from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

Pickleball 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.

All Levels Pickleball

  • Mondays: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
  • Tuesdays: 6 to 8 p.m.
  • Wednesdays: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. - until December 31, 2025
  • Wednesdays: 1 to 3 p.m.
  • Thursdays: 1 to 3 p.m.
  • Fridays: 6 to 8 p.m.
  • Saturdays: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Beginner Pickleball:

  • Mondays: 3 to 5 p.m.
  • Fridays: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
  • Saturdays: 9 to 11 a.m. - beginning January 5, 2026

Advanced Pickleball:

  • Mondays: 1 to 3 p.m.
  • Wednesdays: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. - beginning January 5, 2026
  • Fridays: 2 to 4 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.

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.

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

Youth basketball (max 30)

Supervised basketball and gym fun for kids and teens, facilitated by Recreation Staff. Adults are not permitted to participate, but may stay to watch. School Age is open to kids and teens from 4 to 17 years old.

Tuesdays: 4:30 to 6 p.m. (school ages)

Saturdays (basketball and volleyball): 9 to 11 a.m. (ages 9 to 17) - until December 27, 2025

Bonus date over the holiday break: Thursday, January 1, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (ages 9 to 17)

Youth open gym (max 30)

Drop in for open gym time for fun with friends. Adults are not permitted to participate, but may stay to watch.

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

This drop-in program is free thanks to sponsorship from Kiwanis Club of West Lincoln.

Youth pickleball and floor hockey (max 30)

Supervised pickleball and gym fun for kids and teens, facilitated by Recreation Staff. Adults are not permitted to participate, but may stay to watch. School Age is open to kids and teens from 4 to 17 years old.

Fridays: 4:30 to 6 p.m. (school ages) - beginning January 9, 2026

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.