Recreation
Recreation, events and community engagement are vital to the livelihood and success of our community. Please view our Events Calendar to see our consent forms, weekly programming dates, times & class descriptions!
If you would like to lead/teach a new class or program please contact us at (705) 387-3947 or by email at recreation@magnetawan.com
Recreation and Community Programs
Archery
Master the basics of archery under the guidance of experienced instructors, focusing on safety and proper techniques.
Where and When?
- Where: Magnetawan Lions Pavilion
- When: Mondays, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM during July and August
- Equipment: All archery equipment provided by the municipality as part of the NASP program. Personal bows are not allowed.
- Age Requirement: Open to ages 8 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Registration: Pre-registration is preferred to ensure a structured and safe experience for all participants.
- Mandatory Safety Orientation: All participants must undergo a safety lesson before beginning the session each week.
- Arrival: Please arrive by 5:45 PM if you need to complete consent forms, or at 6:00 PM sharp to participate.
Late arrivals WILL not be allowed to participate.
Ready to join?
Download and fill out your consent form
Art in the Park at the Magnetawan Village Green
Celebrate Local Art Every Saturday!
Explore local creativity at "Art in the Park," where local artists display their work every Saturday morning during the summer at Village Green.
Where and When?
- Where: Magnetawan Village Green
- When: Saturdays, 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the Summer months
This is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the vibrant art scene in your community, meet new artists, and perhaps find beautiful artwork to take home.
Discover Our 2024 Artist Line Up
Join as an Artist
Are you a local artist interested in showcasing your work at Art in the Park ? We’d love to include you in our event! Send us an email at recreation@magnetawan.com
Aquafit
Take a splash into our Aquafit classes this summer! Designed for all levels, these water-based workouts provide low-impact exercises that are easy on your joints while improving flexibility, strength, and endurance.
Where and When?
- Where: Magnetawan Centennial Park Beach
- When: Wednesdays in July and August 3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
- Equipment: Aquafit belts provided on a first come first serve basis or bring your own!
- Cost: Free
Ready to join?
Download and fill out your consent form
Basketball
Two Basketball Nets are available at the Magnetawan Lions' Club Pavilion for drop in play. We remind residents and visitors that during programming the Basketball Nets are not available.
One Basketball Net is available at the Croft Recreational Park for drop in play. View the Poster
Beach Toy Lending
During the Summer months available at the Magnetawan Heritage Museum Centre.
Where and When?
- Where: Magnetawan Heritage Museum Centre
- When: Seven days a week in the summer months
- Cost: Free
Ready to Sign Out?
Download and fill out your sign out form
Drumming with Sandra
Summer Drumming with Sandra!
Where and When?
- Where: Magnetawan Centennial Park Gazebo
- When: In the Summer months stay tuned for the 2024 Schedule
- Equipment: Drums can be provided or bring your own!
- Cost: Free
Ready to join?
Download and fill out your consent form
Fab, Fit, and Fun
Join our Fab, Fit, and Fun class for a cardio workout that benefits your entire body. For 60 minutes, engage in heart-pumping cardiovascular exercises designed for all fitness levels. You'll use minimal equipment, and modifications are available to suit your abilities.
- Building stronger muscles
- Improving blood pressure
- Reducing anxiety and stress
- Aiding in weight management
Where and When?
- Where: Municipality of Magnetawan Community Centre
- When: Mondays, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Equipment: Mats provided on a first come first serve basis or bring your own!
- Cost: Free
Ready to join?
Download and fill out your consent form
Geocaching
Join the World's Largest Treasure Hunt in Magnetawan!
What is Geocaching?
Geocaching is a global treasure hunting game where participants use GPS coordinates to find hidden "caches" anywhere in the world. Magnetawan has embraced this adventure, creating a local cache network you can explore!
Our Geocache Stats
- Started: Summer of 2022
- Current Total: 14 hidden caches
- 9 originally placed in 2022
- 6 new caches added in 2023
- 6 new caches added in 2024
Become part of a worldwide community of treasure hunters who enjoy the outdoors and the thrill of discovery.
How to Participate
Get the App: To start your treasure hunting journey, download the Geocaching app here.
Find Coordinates: Use the app to locate geocaches in Magnetawan.
Explore: Follow the coordinates to find caches hidden throughout the municipality.
Interested in how it all works or need some tips to get started?
Download a comprehensive guide to geocaching
Healthy Ageing Classes - Fitness Classes with Cindy Leggett
Join us for our Healthy Ageing Classes, designed to keep you moving and support your wellbeing as you age. These sessions are perfect for enhancing your physical health in a supportive community setting.
Where and When?
- Where: Municipality of Magnetawan Community Centre
- When: Mondays and Thursdays 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
- Equipment: Mats and weights provided on a first come first serve basis or bring your own!
- Cost: Free
Ready to join?
Download and fill out your consent form
Magnetawan's Own Maggie the Rock Snake
Get creative and have fun at our Community Rock Snake Painting Table - and best of all, it’s absolutely free! Help us create a spectacular rock snake that stretches all the way to the Centennial Beach.
What is a Rock Snake?
During the COVID-19 pandemic, rock snakes became a symbol of community spirit and creativity. Here's what makes them special:
- Popular Community Project: A rock snake is made up of painted rocks laid end to end.
- Record-Breaking Art: The longest rock snake on record stretches over 24,459 rocks and is located in Grapevine, Texas.
- A Symbol of Creativity: Each rock in the snake is a canvas that showcases individual flair and local spirit.
- Fact: Rock snakes are known to bring smiles and joy to everyone who participates!
How You Can Participate:
Simply show up at the Community Rock Snake Painting Table at the Magnetawan Heritage Museum Centre. Paint your rock and add it to our growing rock snake or paint your own at home and add it to Maggie! Let’s see how long we can make it together!
Where and When?
- Where: Magnetawan Heritage Museum Centre
- When: Seven days a week in the summer months
- Cost: Free
Music in the Park at the Magnetawan Centennial Park Gazebo
Experience Live Music with Local Artists!
Join us every Saturday evening during the summer for "Music in the Park." This event features a variety of local artists performing live at the Centennial Park Gazebo.
Where and When?
- Where: Centennial Park Gazebo
- When: Saturdays, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM in the Summer months
- Equipment: Bring your own lawn chair!
- Cost: Free
- Weather: In case of inclement weather Music in the Park will be relocated to the Magnetawan Lions' Pavilion
Enjoy an evening of delightful music in a picturesque setting. Whether you're looking to relax after a busy week or spend quality time with family and friends, these performances are sure to enrich your weekend.
View the 2024 Line Up
Nordic Pole Walking
Discover Nordic Walking, an enjoyable and efficient form of exercise originally used by cross-country skiers in the off-season. Utilizing poles, it mimics the motions of skiing, providing a comprehensive workout that involves both upper and lower body muscles.
This low-impact, full-body cardiovascular exercise engages over 80% of your muscles—much more than regular walking—while reducing stress on your joints and increasing calorie burn.
Key Benefits:
- Improve cardiovascular fitness
- Reduce pain and risk of injury
- Increase your overall stamina and muscle endurance
- Burn 20-50% more calories
- Maintain joint health and range of motion
- Engaging 80-90% of your muscles as opposed to 50% with regular walking
Where and When?
- Where: Meet at the Magnetawan Lions Pavilion
- When: Mondays & Fridays 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM in the Spring, Summer and Fall Months
- Equipment: Poles provided
- Weather: This programming is held weather permitting
Ready to join?
Download and fill out your consent form
Pickleball
Pickleball is an engaging racquet sport that combines the best elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong. It's a fun and social game that can be easily adapted to match any skill level.
Get Started or Sharpen Your Skills
- New to the Game? Join us to learn the rules and master the basic skills.
- Seasoned Player? Take this opportunity to refine and perfect your play.
Where and When?
- Where: Magnetawan Lions Pavilion
- When: Organized Play Tuesdays, 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
- Drop In Play: Tuesdays 12:30 PM to 6:00 PM
- Equipment: Paddles and nets are provided or bring your own paddles!
- Cost: Free
We ask that all Drop In Play Participants to please sign in and that a current consent form for the current year has been submitted.
Drop In Play Participants Please be respectful of others and share the courts!
Ready to play?
Download and fill out your consent form
Recreational Beach Wheelchair Lending and Hockey Sledge Lending
We are excited to announce our new accessibility services to our residents and visitors. Starting now, you can sign out our beach wheelchair and hockey sledge at no cost. These new items have been provided by funds awarded through the enabling accessibility fund (EAF).
Available Equipment:
One Mobi Chair Beach Wheelchair
One Mobi-Mat Beach Wheelchair that is permanently installed at our Magnetawan Centennial Beach
One Hockey Sledge and Two Sledge Hockey Sticks
Where and When?
- Where: Magnetawan Municipal Office
- When: Seven days a week in the summer months
- Cost: Free
Please Note: Some restrictions apply.
Ready to Sign Out?
Download and fill out your beach wheelchair sign out form
Download and fill out your hockey sledge sign out form
Recreational Game Lending and Bike Share
We are thrilled to announce a brand-new service for our residents and visitors! Starting now, you can sign out bicycles and recreational games at no cost while visiting the Heritage Museum Centre. This service is perfect for families, individuals, and anyone looking to add a little extra fun to their museum visit.
Available Equipment:
Bicycles for All Ages: Choose from our selection of 8 bicycles, including 4 adult bikes and 4 kids’ bikes.
Recreational Games: We also offer a variety of games which are perfect for some fun-filled leisure time.
Where and When?
- Where: Magnetawan Heritage Museum Centre
- When: Seven days a week in the summer months
- Cost: Free
Please Note: Some restrictions apply.
Ready to Sign Out?
Download and fill out your sign out form
Rollerskating
Get your wheels on and come down to the Magnetawan Lions' Pavilion for free rollerskating every Friday night this July and August. Enjoy a fun-filled evening whether you bring your own skates or use the ones provided by us!
Where and When?
- Where: Magnetawan Lions Pavilion
- Time: Fridays, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM July and August PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE WILL BE NO ROLLERSKATING FRIDAY AUGUST 29TH
- Equipment: Rollerskates and safety gear are provided on a first come first serve basis or bring your own!
- Cost: Free!
What to Expect
- Safety: Helmets and safety gear are recommended. Ensure you're geared up to skate safely!
- For Kids: Every child must be accompanied by an adult to ensure safety and fun for everyone.
- Please note this is a family orientated skate for all skill levels and is NOT a ROLLERRINK or ROLLERDERBY
Ready to Skate?
Download and fill out your consent form
Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing started as a crucial mode of winter transportation thousands of years ago and has evolved into a popular recreational activity today. Here’s why you might want to give it a try:
Great Reasons to Snowshoe
- Excellent Winter Exercise: Snowshoeing provides a low-impact, aerobic workout that helps you stay in shape throughout the winter. It’s perfect for extending your hiking and running seasons and finding peace in areas that are typically crowded in warmer months.
- Socially Enriching: It's a sport that people of all ages and abilities can enjoy together.
- Easy to Learn: Snowshoeing is beginner-friendly. Basic techniques include going up and down hills, traversing slopes, using poles, and getting up after a fall in deep snow.
Key Benefits:
- Improve cardiovascular fitness
- Reduce pain and risk of injury
- Increase your overall stamina and muscle endurance
- Burn 20-50% more calories
- Maintain joint health and range of motion
- Engaging 80-90% of your muscles as opposed to 50% with regular walking
Where and When?
- Where: Meet at the Magnetawan Lions Pavilion
- When: Mondays & Fridays 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM in the Winter Months
- Equipment: Snowshoes and poles provided
- Weather: This programming is held weather permitting
Ready to join?
Download and fill out your consent form
Swimming Lessons
The Magnetawan Lions Swimming Lessons for 2025 will be from July 14th until August 1st. Registration will open on May 20th. For more information please contact the Lions' Club via Facebook.
For online registration forms click the link: Lessons have started but if you are still interested in joining please email Juanita at SwimMagLions@gmail.com to discuss joining.
For more information on the Lions Swimming Lessons CLICK HERE
Tai Chi with Hugh
Tai chi is an ancient Chinese martial art. Initially developed for combat and self-defense, for most practitioners it has evolved into a sport and form of exercise. As an exercise, tai chi is performed as gentle, low-impact movement in which practitioners perform a series of deliberate, flowing motions while focusing on deep, slow breaths. Often referred to as “meditation ”in motion," tai chi aims to concentrate and balance the body's qi (vital energy), providing benefits to mental and physical health.
Hugh teaches the Yang style 24 of Tai Chi. In Hugh's class, we'll be doing the gentle, smooth flowing version, but Hugh will also explain as your progress what the movements mean in the context of self defense, so that you'll understand why the movements are the way they are and how they could be used to defend yourself if necessary!
Key Benefits:
Tai Chi is a series of gentle, low-impact movements and breathing techniques that can help with flexibility, strength and energy, as well as other less tangible things such as stress relief.
But it's origins lie not in health, but in combat. The gentle flowing movements, performed with power and speed, are actually self defense techniques. So people who learn Tai Chi, while not practicing it was originally created, are in fact learning the mechanics of self defense.
Where and When?
- Where: Ahmic Harbour Community Centre & Magnetawan Fire Station 2
- When: Three Wednesdays per Month 6:00pm to 7:00pm MAKE SURE TO CHECK OUR Events Calendar FOR DATES!
- Equipment: Please wear loose fitting clothing
Ready to join?
Download and fill out your consent form
Yes to Yoga
Step onto the mat and explore the world of yoga with our introductory class, open to participants of all levels. Strengthen, tone, and enhance your overall health through the combined power of movement and breath.
- Improved muscle strength and tone
- Enhanced overall health and well-being
- Focused breathing and movement exercises
Where and When?
- Where: Municipality of Magnetawan Community Centre
- When: Thursdays, 5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
- Equipment: Bring your own yoga mat
- Cost: Free
Ready to start your yoga journey?
Download and fill out your consent form
Lion's Pavilion Outdoor Rink
The Lions' Pavilion Outdoor Rink in Magnetawan offers a dynamic schedule of ice activities suitable for all ages, including designated times for public skating, junior hockey, and regular hockey sessions. The rink operates based on weather conditions, requiring temperatures below -2°C for ice formation and maintenance. It provides opportunities for private event bookings outside of public hours and major holidays. This community-focused venue keeps residents informed through updates on social media and the municipal website.
For more details, visit our Lions' Pavilion Outdoor Rink Page.
Drop in Sports
Currently on Hold
Drop in sports provide a great opportunity for individuals to learn a new sport, meet new friends and participate in a physical activity. Sports that are being offered include: basketball, frisbee, pickleball, floor hockey, ice skating, lawn games and more! Drop in sports are being offered at the Municipality of Magnetawan Lion's Pavilion and the equipment is provided for participants.
Floor Curling
Currently on Hold
Similar to curling and shuffleboard, floor curling is set up on a flat surface and can be adjusted to accommodate different playing styles. Floor curling can be played in either a seated position or standing. The Municipality provides push poles for participants to use and this program is available during the fall and winter seasons.
Users are advised and accept that the Municipality of Magnetawan, its representatives, employees, instructors, and/or volunteers are not liable for any injury(s) and/or damage(s) caused during or as a result of participation in any recreational activities, events or in any Municipal facilities and/or property.