Youth Programming

The Town of Paradise Hedley Blundon Gymnasium is open to youth 17 and under to participate in physical activity and sport. Activities will vary per session and equipment availability may change. From pickleball to basketball, activities change day to day, and participants are welcome to bring their own equipment.

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

• 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Program Duration: September - June 2027
Location: Paradise Double Ice Complex (Hedley Blundon Gymnasium)
Admission: $3.00 per person. To be paid at Reception Desk.
Registration: No registration required

Come socialize, relax, and hang out with your friends at the Ches Penney Youth Centre! Enjoy a variety of activities, including our rock-climbing wall, video games, the Meta Quest virtual reality headset, board games, crafts, and much more.

Ready to take on the climbing wall? Participants must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian before climbing. Come out, meet new friends, and enjoy a fun and safe place to spend your evening! 

Schedule:
 • Fridays: 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
 • Saturdays: 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Program Length: Ongoing
Location: Paradise Double Ice Complex (Youth Centre)
Admission: $3.00 per person. To be paid at the Reception Desk.
Registration: No registration required

Youth Centre Lounge hours may vary due to special events or holidays. For current schedules and information, call (709) 782-6290.

Do you attend a nearby school and need a place to spend your lunch break? Stop by the Youth Centre at the Double Ice Complex for the ultimate lunchtime hangout! Bring your lunch, relax with friends, and enjoy a variety of games and activities in a safe, welcoming space.

Please note that this program will not operate when school is closed.  

Schedule: Monday to Friday from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Dates: September - June 2027 
Location: Paradise Double Ice Complex (Youth Centre)
Registration: No registration required; drop-in
Ages: Grades 7 - 9

Interested in learning more or trying Ultimate Frisbee? Join us for our new youth (aged 10-13) summer program on our indoor turf! Whether you're new to the sport or already have some experience, it's the perfect opportunity to make new friends and have some fun. 

Please note that indoor shoes are required.

Program Duration: July 19 - August 23 (6 weeks)
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Location: Paradise Double Ice Complex (Score Arena, Indoor Turf)
Admission: $25 per person
Registration: Registration opens on July 8 at 1:00 p.m. for Paradise residents and on July 10 at 1:00 p.m. for non-residents. To secure your spot, visit the Town's Recreation Portal.

Interested in learning more or trying Ultimate Frisbee? Join us for our new youth (aged 14-17) summer program on our indoor turf! Whether you're new to the sport or already have some experience, it's the perfect opportunity to make new friends and have some fun. 

Please note that indoor shoes are required.

Program Duration: July 19 - August 23 (6 weeks)
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Paradise Double Ice Complex (Score Arena, Indoor Turf)
Admission: $20 per person
Registration: Registration opens on July 8 at 1:00 p.m. for Paradise residents and on July 10 at 1:00 p.m. for non-residents. To secure your spot, visit the Town's Recreation Portal.

The Town of Paradise is excited to partner with Ultimate NL to offer a free Ultimate Frisbee Try-It Clinic!

If you're curious about the sport, this is the perfect opportunity to see if it's for you! Join us for a fun, welcoming session where participants will learn the basics of Ultimate Frisbee, practice key skills, and experience the game in action.

Come out, get active, and discover why Ultimate Frisbee is one of the fastest-growing sports!

Please note that indoor shoes are required.

Date: July 5
Time: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Location: Paradise Double Ice Complex (Score Arena Indoor Turf)
Admission: Free
Registration: Registration opens on June 23 at 1:00 p.m. for Paradise residents and on June 25 at 1:00 p.m. for non-residents. To secure your spot, visit the Town's Recreation Portal.

Beginning Riders will focus on youth who are still learning how to stay upright and ride their bike, while building their confidence in a safe environment. In this program, our staff will assist youth and their accompanying caretakers with the basics of riding a bike using our SprocKids program as a resource.

Participants will need to bring their own bikes and helmets. Bikes must be in good working order and helmets must be fitted properly. 

Please note that ages are a guideline; if your child is outside this age group and you feel they would fit in another group, please reach out to the Recreation Department to discuss via email recreation@paradise.ca

Schedule: Tuesday, 4:00 - 4:45 p.m.
Program Duration: July 7 - August 25
Location: Paradise Park and surrounding trails
Admission: $25
Registration: Registration opens on June 23 at 1:00 p.m. for Paradise residents and on June 25 at 1:00 p.m. for non-residents and must be completed on the Town's Recreation Portal. 

The SprocKids program is an 8-week program that practises bike riding skills. The program is a multi-tiered approach, designed to provide participants with the opportunity to experience success no matter what their riding skill level. The art of riding is broken down into smaller skills, where each new skill builds on a previous skill. Through the sport of cycling, youth develop a strong sense of self esteem by discovering and building on potential within themselves.

This program is designed for children who can independently and confidently ride a bike and ride for 30-45 minutes consistently. Participants will need to bring their own bikes and helmets. Bikes must be in good working order and helmets must be fitted properly. 

The ages are a guideline; if your child is outside this age group and you feel they would fit this group, please reach out to the Recreation Department via email (recreation@paradise.ca) to discuss.

Schedule: Tuesday 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Program Duration: July 7 - August 25
Location: Paradise Park and surrounding trails
Admission: $25 per person
Registration: Registration opens on June 23 at 1:00 p.m. for Paradise residents and on June 25 at 1:00 p.m. for non-residents and must be completed on the Town's Recreation Portal. 

Please refer to our Community Skating Schedule.

Please refer to our Community Skating Schedule.

No time slots available.

Youth (7-17 Years Old) 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. (August 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31)

No time slots available.

Youth (7-17 Years Old) 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. (August 5, 12, 19, & 26)

Adults (18+) 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. (August 6, 13, 20, & 27)

No session available.

Youth (7-17) 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (August 8, 15, 22, & 29)