summer-2025-recreation-guide

General Interest Drop- in

YOUTH ACTIVITY DESCRIPTIONS

Check the online schedules to see what is offered this season.

Breakdance Practice your breakdancing moves at your own pace among peers. Engage in collaborative sessions focused on skill-sharing. No previous dance experience needed—this inclusive environment welcomes participants of all skill levels. Cooking Put on your apron and bring your cooking skills to the table!Together, we'll explore a variety of dishes from around the world with your unique ideas. No experience required—just bring your enthusiasm and appetite! Dance Join us for a relaxed dance practice session, designed for everyone. Whether you come with friends or alone, you'll practice, learn, and grow alongside peers in a creative and inclusive dance community. All skill levels are welcome! Drop-in/Late Night Hang out with friends or make new ones! Activities range from games and crafts to contests and themed nights, so there's something for everyone. Staff will make sure everyone has a great time.

Gamers Join ourYouth Gamers Group! Meet new friends, play exciting games and build your skills. It's a fun supportive space for those seeking something different. Girls Group Connect with new friends while planning activities that cater to everyone's interests. Crafts, cooking, fitness, and art are just a few of the themed nights we offer. We welcome ideas for new themes from all participants! Peer Mentorship Work with others on a community project! Play fun games, take part in activities that help our community and learn important teamwork and communication skills. Sports Explore the excitement of drop in sports for youth! Join us for a dynamic and inclusive environment where participants can try out various sports or engage in their favorite activities. No prior experience is necessary—all skill levels are welcome to join in the fun!

Improve your neighbourhood! From small projects to community events and clean ups, there are many ways to beautify and uplift your neighbourhood. Visit the website to learn more about upcoming sessions and available resources and opportunities surrey.ca/ourcity

PLACEMAKING MEETUPS Empower your community through placemaking projects that contribute to the vibrancy of Surrey. Activities can include fence art projects,

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES Get expert advice to enhance your community, while building the skills and knowledge needed to improve you neighbourhood.

chalk art, and more! All training and equipment provided.

Storywalk Saturday, June 7

11am–12pm

Newton Recreation Centre 13730 72 Avenue

Ground Stencils Thursday, July 17

Learn how to create your own storywalk pages in this engaging session. Combine storytelling with physical activity to promote literacy in a fun and interactive way for all ages. Planting inTree Wells Thursday, July 3 6pm–7pm Newton Seniors Centre 13775 70 Avenue Learn how to plant native pollinator plants in boulevard tree wells. Get advice and hands-on learning to improve your neighbourhood. Participants will receive a take home plant to start their own pollinator tree well project (while quantities last). Tools and training provided. Drop-in. All ages.

4pm–6pm

Civic Plaza 13450 104 Avenue Thursday, August 28 Crescent Beach 12160 Beecher Street

MAKE YOUR IDEAS HAPPEN! Connect with the youth staff in your community to get support in planning new programs and events for other Surrey youth. Have ideas? We can help! It’s a great way to learn, develop skills and get involved in your city! Contact your local recreation centre or go online.

5pm–8pm

Find the Our City tent and colour with chalk and enjoy fun games and entertainment!

surrey.ca/youth

Easy Fence Art Sunday, July 30 Newton Athletic Park 7395 128 Street

GET INVOLVED! DISCOVER THE LEADER IN YOU

4pm–6pm

Find the Our City tent, bring your creativity and make some fence art at Newton Athletic Park!

Join in and develop valuable leadership skills by making a difference in your community.

S.L.Y.C

Surrey's LeadershipYouth Council youth@surrey.ca

Y.E.S.

Youth Events Squad youth@surrey.ca Teen Library Council surreylibraries.ca

NEIGHBOURHOOD CLEANUPS

T.L.C

Wednesday, July 9 1pm–3pm Newton Recreation Centre

Join us at select locations and times to clean up litter from Surrey neighbourhoods. All training and equipment provided. You can either drop-in, or sign up to volunteer!

S.Y.S.S

Surrey'sYouth Stewardship Squad stewardship@surrey.ca

13730 72 Avenue Friday, August 8

1pm–3pm

Surrey Nature Centre 14225 GreenTimbers Way (with a guided nature walk) Friday, August 15

Y.E.P.

Youth Engagement ProjectTeam youth@surrey.ca

1pm–3pm

Francis Park 15951 83 Avenue Friday, August 22 Holly Park 10706 148 Street

1pm–3pm

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