Town Programs
Some of our programs and events require pre-registration. The fastest and easiest way to secure a spot in our programs and events is through e-Services. Anyone who is unable to use e-Services can visit the front desk at the Torbay Common any day of the week between 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 p.m., or contact our staff by phone at (709) 437-6555 or email the event contact indicated under all of our programs and events.
Walking TrackThe Torbay Common Walking Track will be open to the public to stop by on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:30a.m. - 2:00p.m.
Duration: September 8 - December 19 (No Session on October 1, 13, December 17)
When: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays from 9:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Where: Torbay Common Gymnasium
Ages: All Ages
Fees: Free
Contact: Alison Hollahan at ahollahan@torbay.ca
Active Start
Getting an active start gives you the confidence and ability to engage in physical activity and maintain a healthy active lifestyle throughout life. This program is a self-led free play environment with access to soft-play and active equipment, the program will promote fun and physical activity.
Duration: September 8 - December 19 (No Session on October 1, 13, December 17)
When: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Where: Torbay Common Gymnasium
Ages: Open to Ages 0 - 5
Fees: $2.00 for Individual Session Passes per Child, or $20.00 for 10 Session Passes (Available for purchase at Torbay Common)
Contact: Alison Hollahan at ahollahan@torbay.ca
Drop In Sports
Take a break from hitting the books and stop by Torbay Common for an afternoon of sports! Each week the Torbay Common Gym will be open for youth grades 5 - 12 to stop by and participate in some friendly competition sports like basketball, soccer, dodgeball, and more!
Duration: September 8 - December 19 (No sessions on September 30, October 1, 2, 13, November 11, 20, December 17)
When: Weekdays from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Where: Torbay Common Gymnasium
Ages: Open to Anyone in Grades 5 - 12
Fees: $2.00 per Person
Contact: Kellie Tapper at ktapper@torbay.ca
Youth Hangout
Youth Hangout is a calm space to relax after school for teens to do their thing. Whether you’re into games, art, music, or just hanging out with friends, there’s always something going on. No pressure, no schedule, just a welcoming environment!
Duration: September 8 - December 19 (No sessions on September 11, 17, 18, 30, October 1, 2, 13, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, November 11, 14, 20, 27, December 5, 17)
When: Weekdays from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00p.m.
Where: Torbay Common Multipurpose Rooms
Ages: Open to Anyone in Grades 5 - 12
Fees: Free
Contact: Alison Hollahan at ahollahan@torbay.ca
Pickleball Court Rentals
The Torbay Common will be taking pickleball court rentals through e-Services. Each rental will be for a total of 50 minutes of court time and availability will be subject to change based off building rentals, special events, etc. For available slots, please visit our event page. Registration will open on August 27 at 10:00 a.m. for Torbay residents and September 3 at 10:00 a.m. for the general public.
Duration: September 8 - December 19
Where: Torbay Common Gymnasium
Ages: All Ages
Fees: $12.00 +HST
Contact: Alison Hollahan at ahollahan@torbay.ca
Gentle Yoga
Stay healthy, mobile, and connected by joining instructor Jane Bantleman for a gentle yoga class. Participants must bring their own mat, block, and water bottle.
Duration: September 10 - December 10 (No Session on October 1)
When: Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Where: Torbay Common Multipurpose Rooms (October 29 Session at Upper Three Corner Pond Park Multipurpose Building)
Ages: Open to Ages 18+
Fees: $10.00 +HST for Individual Session Passes (Limited number available for purchase), $110.00 +HST for Full 13 Session Passes (Pre-registration Required)
Contact: Kellie Tapper at ktapper@torbay.ca
Adult Pickup Basketball
Whether you’re looking to practice your shot or interested in some friendly competition, stop by the Torbay Common on Wednesday evenings for a game of pick up basketball. Nets will be set up and balls will be available for use.
Duration: September 10 - December 10 (No Session on October 1 & December 17)
When: Wednesdays from 9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Where: Torbay Common Gymnasium
Ages: Open to Ages 16+
Fees: $1.74 +HST for Individual Session Passes, or $17.39 +HST for 10 Session Passes (Available for purchase at Torbay Common)
Contact: Alison Hollahan at ahollahan@torbay.ca
Sunday Intermediate Yoga
Join yoga instructor Carly Broccolo for weekly Sunday sessions of intermediate yoga. Some knowledge of yoga is recommended. Participants must bring their own mat, block, and water bottle.
Duration: September 14 - November 9
When: Sundays from 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Where: Torbay Common Multipurpose Rooms (October 5 and 26 Session at Upper Three Corner Pond Park Multipurpose Building)
Ages: 18+
Fees: $72.00 +HST (Pre-registration Required)
Contact: Kellie Tapper at ktapper@torbay.ca
Zumba
Join Christa McGrath for a fun and entertaining choreographed dance workout program that’ll be sure to keep you on your toes! Throughout the class, participants will be led through a number of low-high intensity dance moves that will be designed to increase your heart rate as well as boost cardio endurance.
Duration: September 15 - December 8 (No session on October 13)
When: Mondays from 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Where: Torbay Common Multipurpose Rooms (Upper Three Corner Pond Park on October 27)
Ages: Open to Ages 18+
Fees: $10.00 +HST for Individual Session Passes, $88.00 +HST for Full 11 Session Passes (Pre-registration Required)
Contact: Kellie Tapper at ktapper@torbay.ca
YogaFit
Join Carly from Newfound Lifestyle for a combination full body fitness class. Incorporating full body functional fitness, followed by restorative yoga to provide an invigorating and balanced experience.
Duration: September 16 - November 4When: Tuesdays 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Where: Torbay Common Multipurpose Rooms
Ages: 18+
Fees: $56.00 +HST (Pre-registration Required)
Contact: Kellie Tapper at ktapper@torbay.ca
Parent/Child Mother Goose Program
The Parent / Child Mother Goose Program is a group experience for families with babies and young children. Together, parents and children experience the spark of delight and magic that comes from enjoying a favorite song or rhyme. Over time, participants learn a repertoire of rhymes, songs, and stories that allow for a strengthened connection and bond within families.
Children benefit from enjoyable, healthy early experiences with language and communication.
Duration: September 15 - December 18 (No Session on October 13)
When: Mondays from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Where: Torbay Common Multipurpose Room 1 (October 27 Session at Upper Three Corner Pond Park)
Ages: Open to Ages 0 - 2
Fees: Free
Registration Contact: nlpcmothergoose2@gmail.com
Contact: Alison Hollahan at ahollahan@torbay.ca
Ladder Style Pickleball League
Looking to have some fun and friendship? Why not try our newly formatted Pickleball League! With 16 players spanning across 4 courts, test out your skills and see if you can make it to the top of this ladder-style gameplay. Players climb higher up the ladder the more they win, and will have a chance to play with a different partner each game, allowing for new skills to be developed. There will be 2 groups for this league; Group 1 will be during the day and feature 12 sessions, Group 2 will be during the evening and feature 13 sessions. Register for the alloted time slot that fits your schedule!
Duration: September 16 - December 16 (No sessions on September 30, October 1, and November 11)
When: Tuesdays from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. (Group 1), Wednesdays from 7:15 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. (Group 2)
Where: Torbay Common Gymnasium
Ages: Open to Ages 18+
Fees: $96.00 +HST for Group 1, $104.00 +HST for Group 2 (Pre-registration Required)
Contact: Kellie Tapper at ktapper@torbay.ca
Thursday Intermediate Yoga
Join Pam Senior for a yoga class that will help you stay healthy, mobile, and connected. Some knowledge of yoga is recommended. Participants must bring their own mat, block, and water bottle
Duration: September 18 - December 4
When: Thursdays from 7:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m.
Where: Upper Three Corner Pond Park Multipurpose Building
Ages: Open to Ages 18+
Fees: 80.00 +HST (Pre-registration Required)
Contact: Alison Hollahan at ahollahan@torbay.ca
Level 2 Pickleball Clinic
Join certified instructors Leonard and Brenda Lye for this 4-week, 8-hour clinic for players who would like to improve and refine their skills in the serves and returns, dinks, drops and drives, game strategies and more. This clinic is open to participants with playing experience, knowledge of game rules and can keep score comfortably. Please note this is not a beginner’s level clinic for those who are new to the game.
Duration: September 20 - October 11
When: Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Where: Torbay Common Gymnasium
Ages: Open to Ages 16+
Fees: $80.00 +HST (Pre-registration Required)
Contact: Kellie Tapper at ktapper@torbay.ca
Climbing Wall 8+
Stop by the Torbay Common and give the fun and intense sport of rock climbing a try. Staff will be on site to provide tips, enforce safety practices, and help guide participants throughout the session. Each session will provide you with 5-minute safety practice rundown and 40 minutes of climbing time on 4 various levelled climbing lanes (participants are asked to bring along a piece of ID)
Duration: October 18 - December 13
When: Every Second Saturday from 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Where: Torbay Common Gymnasium
Ages: Open to Ages 8+
Fees: $5.00
Contact: Alison Hollahan at ahollahan@torbay.ca
History House Programming
Registration for History House Programs and Events can be done through e-Services, by phone at (709) 437-6532 ext. 270, or in person at Torbay History House during business hours (Monday - Saturday from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
Family History Days
Whether you're just starting or you've been doing this for years, our Family History series has something for everyone. Join us each week as we explore the world of genealogy and dive into something new!
Duration: August 14 - November 27
When: Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Where: Torbay History House
Fees: $5.00 +HST
Contact: Torbay History House at museum@torbay.ca
Torbay Knitwits
A group of people that like to knit together, bounce ideas off each other but welcome anyone who would like to bring their own project or learn more about knitting.
Duration: September 15 - December 8
When: Mondays from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Where: Torbay History House
Fees: Free
Contact: Donna Norvey at dnorvey@torbay.ca
Creative Minds Tuesday Group
Creative Minds is the History House's STEAM-based art program for children in Kindergarten through Grade 8. Each week, we will explore a new medium, technique, or craft, encouraging children to learn, build, and create with confidence. This is the perfect program for children who love arts and crafts!
Duration: September 16 - December 16
When: Tuesdays from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Where: Torbay History House
Ages: Open to Anyone in Kindergarten - Grade 2
Fees: $2.00 (Pre-registration Encouraged)
Contact: Katelyn Banks at kbanks@torbay.ca
Art Appreciation
This workshop series for adults is a hands-on exploration of the visual arts. Each week participants will enjoy a guided workshop in an artistic discipline such as acrylic or watercolour painting, printmaking, drawing, pastel, collage, and more. Join us for a cup of coffee or tea and nurture your creativity.
Duration: September 17 - December 17
When: Wednesdays from 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Where: Torbay History House
Ages: Open to Ages 50+
Fees: Free
Contact: Katelyn Banks at kbanks@torbay.ca
Creative Minds Wednesday Group
Creative Minds is the History House's STEAM-based art program for children in Kindergarten through Grade 8. Each week, we will explore a new medium, technique, or craft, encouraging children to learn, build, and create with confidence. This is the perfect program for children who love arts and crafts!
Duration: September 17 - December 17
When: Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Where: Torbay History House
Ages: Open to Anyone in Grades 3 - 8
Fees: $2.00 (Pre-registration Encouraged)
Contact: Katelyn Banks at kbanks@torbay.ca
Open Studio with Heather Coughlan
This workshop series is a space to explore new mediums, be creative and work alongside other creators. Each week, Heather will lead participants through project-based workshops in a variety of mediums to encourage experimentation with new techniques and processes.
Beginners and advanced painters are welcome to enjoy learning and creating art, to be inspired to pick it up on your own.
Duration: September 25 - December 4
When: Thursdays from 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Where: Torbay History House
Ages: Open to Ages 16+
Fees: $15.00 +HST
Contact: Donna Norvey at dnorvey@torbay.ca
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