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Posted on: February 9, 2023

[ARCHIVED] Sign Up for General Recreation and Fitness Programs Feb. 15 at 8:30 a.m.

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COQUITLAM, B.C., Feb. 9, 2023 – The Spring Program Guide is live! Coquitlam residents can now plan their spring general recreation and fitness activities, with program registration opening on Feb. 15 at 8:30 a.m. Registration for spring swimming and skating programs opened on Feb. 1.

View the Spring Program Guide online at coquitlam.ca/programguide.

Online registration is available 24/7 at coquitlam.ca/registration. Phone-in registration is available at 604-927-4386, weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. (except for statutory holidays) and weekends 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In-person registration is available at most recreation facilities.

Types of Registered Programs Available 

With programs for all ages and abilities, Coquitlam has a variety of general recreation and fitness opportunities available, including: 

  • Adult crafts, hobbies, dance, language classes, information presentations and workshops 
  • Beginner-friendly, low-impact fitness classes for ages 13+
  • Fun adult-participation programs for early years children
  • Arts and crafts, dance and sport programs for children 
  • Sports, music, fitness and leadership development programs for youth 
  • Birthday parties at Maillardville and Poirier Community Centres
  • Special events at Dogwood and Glen Pine Pavilions

 Financial Assistance Available for Recreation

It's easier than ever to access financial support for Coquitlam’s recreation services. The City’s Financial Assistance for Recreation program is now more user-friendly and flexible, with a much simpler application and income verification process. Each year, qualifying Coquitlam residents receive 50 free drop-in visits plus a $225 credit they can use for an expanded range of admissions, passes, programs, lessons, exam fees, supplies, rentals and more. For details or to register online, visit coquitlam.ca/financialassistancerec.

 Stay Informed on Coquitlam Parks, Recreation and Culture

To stay up to date about Coquitlam Parks, Recreation, Culture and Facilities news and updates: 

  • Subscribe to the PRC E-News newsletter at coquitlam.ca/enews to receive bi-weekly parks, recreation and culture updates
  • Check out the weekly City Page on page 6 of the Tri-City News or at coquitlam.ca/connect
  • Follow @cityofcoquitlam on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube
  • Download the free CoquitlamConnect app from the App Store or Google Play, or through the links at coquitlam.ca/coquitlamconnect.

Media contact:
Lesley Joyce
Acting Community Recreation Manager 
604-927-4386
prcs_info@coquitlam.ca

 

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