Centennial Recreation Centre

Centennial Recreation Centre

Centennial Recreation Centre (De Scarborough) is a municipal sports and recreation centre offering a diverse range of sports and recreational facilities to the public; it offers an indoor swimming pool, ice rink/skating rink, fitness/weight room, multi-purpose hall, and a variety of programs for children and adults.

Sports available at the centre include swimming, ice skating / hockey / figure skating, bodybuilding and fitness programmes, as well as team sports or recreational activities such as beach volleyball, basketball and tennis (outdoor section).

Key Features & Amenities

• Indoor pool and two ice rinks / figure skating / hockey.
• Weight / fitness room.
• Multi-purpose rooms, meeting rooms, auditorium / program rooms.
• Outdoor sports facilities: outdoor beach volleyball, basketball and tennis courts in the outdoor section of the center.
• Programs for different age groups — children, adults, seniors; swimming, skating, art, physical activity classes, etc.
• Parking — According to user sources / facility list, parking is available for visitors.
• Change rooms / lockers / washrooms — for the pool and sports programs.

Programs & Activities

• Ice Skating / Figure Skating / Hockey / Freestyle Skating Classes — Offered through the Scarboro Figure Skating Club, the center offers programs such as CanSkate (for beginners), Junior / Intermediate / Senior / Competitive programs for various levels, and the Ice Dance Elite Program for ice dance teams.
• Swimming and Pool Use + Swim and Aquafit / Recreational / Lane Swim Programs — The center has an indoor pool and is open for swimming (recreational, instructional, or scheduled).
• Fitness & Wellness Classes and Programs — The center offers a weight room / fitness room and offers exercise and wellness programs for all ages.
• Arts, Entertainment, Group, Children’s and Adult Programs and Classes — In addition to sports, the center offers programs such as dance (jazz, ballet, hip-hop), art activities, and general programs for children, teens, adults, and seniors.
• Group/Outdoor Sports and Public Sports Leagues — The center has access to facilities for sports such as basketball, beach volleyball, tennis (outdoor courts), and so there is the possibility of leagues or group games in these disciplines as well.

How to book

1. First, go to the “Online Registration & Booking” section of the City of Toronto website and create an account (with email, name, date of birth, address, etc.).
2. If you are not already a member, you will need to create an account before you can begin registration.
3. Once logged in, you can search for an activity (class, swim, skate, gym, etc.) or a space (e.g. pool, ice rink, gym, sports field).
4. Filters can be customized by age, activity type, region (e.g. Scarborough).
5. For many programs and spaces, reservations can be made online; adding to cart and paying with a credit (or debit) card is possible.
6. If you do not have a credit card, you can add prepaid credit to your account at any Community Centre and use it to pay.
7. Reservations or registration can be made by calling the City’s Customer Service Centre: the public call centre number is 416‑396‑7378.
8. In-person registration is also available at select venues (including Centennial Recreation Centre) between 7am and 12pm on opening days.
9. If you would like to reserve areas such as the ice, gym, hall or building for an event, party or private meeting, you must use the Parks & Recreation Facilities Booking system.
10. One-time bookings can be made online; if the space you want is not available, you can call the centre or submit a formal request.

Location & Accessibility & Contact 

1. Address: 1967Ellesmere Rd, Scarborough, Toronto, ON M1H2W5, Canada

2. Phone: +1‑416‑396‑4057

3. Hours:

• Sunday: 07:00 – 20:00
• Monday to Friday: 07:00 – 22:00
• Saturday: 07:00 – 20:00

FAQs

Are there programs for children and adults?

Answer: Yes — The center offers classes and activities for different age groups (children, teens, adults, seniors) such as swimming, skating, fitness, and fun.

Can I visit the pool or ice rink as a public (without prior registration)?

Answer: Yes — The center offers programs such as “drop-in / public swim or public skate / leisure skate”.