Riverdale Park East

Riverdale Park East

Riverdale Park East in Toronto is a 104-hectare public park located in a green area with beautiful views of the city skyline. The park's outdoor pool is a popular place for swimming and water sports during the summer. The pool will reopen with longer hours in the summer of 2024 to better serve residents. In addition to the pool, the park offers a variety of sports facilities: Soccer and rugby, baseball and softball, tennis and cycling

Programs & Activities

1. Swimming Classes and Water Activities: This complex offers swimming classes for all age groups from 6 months and up. Training programs include learn-to-swim courses, improving freestyle swimming techniques, aquafitness classes, and lifeguard preparation. These classes are taught by experienced instructors using appropriate training equipment. To register and view schedules, you can visit the official website of the City of Toronto.
2. Sports Leagues and Classes: In addition to swimming classes, this complex also offers a variety of sports leagues and classes. These programs include sports such as basketball, volleyball, tennis, soccer, rugby, baseball, softball, cycling, golf, gymnastics, martial arts, pickleball, cricket, track and field, American football, field hockey, table tennis, beach volleyball, cycling, track and field, skating, yoga, Pilates, dance, aerobics, fitness, strength training, and cardio.

Key Features & Amenities

• Sports Fields: The park has soccer, baseball, softball, and tennis courts that are used for group games and training.
• Outdoor Pool: In the summer, the park's outdoor pool is a popular place for swimming and water activities.
• Ice Skating Rink: In the winter, an ice rink is available for skating enthusiasts.
• Green Spaces: There are spacious areas for picnics, yoga, and aerobics in the park.
• Children's Playgrounds: There are several playgrounds in the park for children's entertainment and play.
• Slopes: The hills of the park are used as sledding sites in the winter.
• Restrooms: Restrooms are available to visitors.
• Water Coolers: Water coolers are installed at various points in the park for the convenience of visitors.
• Parking: Parking facilities for cars are available near the park entrances.
• Lighting: For safety and night use, proper lighting has been installed on the paths and around the sports fields.
• Sports instructors: Training programs and sports classes are held under the supervision of experienced instructors.

How to book and schedule

1. Online login: Visit the official website of the City of Toronto and log in to the online registration and booking system.
2. Select activity type: Select the type of activity you want from the available options such as group sports, swimming, skating, etc.
3. Select location and time: Select the desired location (in this case, Riverdale Park East) and the time you want to use the facilities.
4. Complete information and payment: Enter the required information and pay the relevant fee if necessary.
5. Confirm reservation: After completing the steps, your reservation is confirmed and you can use the facilities at the specified time.

Location & Accessibility & Contact

• Address: 550 Broadview Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 2N6, Canada
• Metro: Broadview Station on Line 2 (Green) of the Toronto Subway is the closest station to the park.
• Bus: Several bus lines, including the 504 (King) and 505 (Dundas), go to Broadview Station.
• Biking and Walking: The park is accessible via several walking and cycling trails.
• Toronto Public: 311

FAQs

Is the park's outdoor pool open?

Yes, the outdoor pool is open and available for public use during the summer.

Are reservations required to use the sports fields?

Yes, online reservations are recommended for the soccer, baseball, tennis, and other sports facilities.

Are there any sports classes or programs at the park?

Yes, swimming, yoga, aerobics, and sports leagues are offered year-round.