Youth Services
Engagement and recreation opportunities for youth in our community.
Fun drop-ins, leadership courses, volunteer opportunities and more!
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
Our Learning and Life Skills programs are a great start for anyone beginning their employment journey. We provide leadership opportunities like Pool Pals and Learn to Lead that help young people make social connections and build confidence in themselves.
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.
Fun free activities for youth
The Town of Oakville is committed to providing safe and inclusive spaces for youth. Hang out, listen to music, and make new friends at The Drop. Each session is free and offers a variety of activities, crafts, and sports to suit any interest. For this drop-in program, youth are permitted to come and go as they please.
Get involved!
The Oakville Youth Action Committee (OYAC) are volunteers ages 13 to 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 Iroquois Ridge Community Centre led by professional artist Ray Vidal.
- 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 to 7, 2026).
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. Visit the Youth Week page for details.
We also honour young change-makers in our community at the annual Oakville Youth Awards.
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