| Program: | Children and Youth Programs |
| Organization: | Boys and Girls Club of London |
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Phone Numbers: |
519-434-9114 |
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Fax: |
519-432-9306
Registration: 519-432-7306 |
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Email: |
info@bgclondon.ca
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Website: |
www.bgclondon.ca
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Address: |
184 Horton St
London, ON
N6B 1K8
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Intersection: |
Horton St and Richmond St
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Location: |
Central London
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Accessibility: |
Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours: |
Administration: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm, Sat-Sun 1pm-4pm * Programs Mon-Fri 7:30am-8pm, Sat-Sun 1pm-4pm
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Contacts: |
Nadine Harrison - Program Manager - Children and Youth
519-434-9115 ext 238 * nharrison@bgclondon.ca
Candice Harris - Program Manager - Seniors/Aquatics
519-434-9115 ext 249 * charris@bgclondon.ca
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Executives: |
Chris Harvey - Executive Director
519-434-9115 ext 259
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Service Description: |
Offers programming for children and youth * provides affordable recreational, social and educational programs, which promote physical and emotional well-being while boosting self-esteem and confidence
Facilities include two swimming pools (warm water wellness pool and a 25 meter competitive swimming pool complete with ramp), a spa, large gym offering extensive sports programs and leagues, rock wall climbing, large ball and foam rooms, craft room, three computer labs, homework help and tutors, games room with air hockey, pool, pop-a-shot basketball, ping pong, small group games room, special events and theme days and Tween programming
Operates full day camp programs for March, summer and winter breaks as well as PD days and Easter Monday * children with disabilities are welcome in all programs
Koats for Kids - Distributes coats to children in need every year in November * call for specific dates and times of distribution * proof of family size may be requested
Swim Lessons - Offered through the Red Cross on Tuesdays and Saturdays year round
After School Bus Program - Service is available to 44 stops at various schools and neighbourhoods in London, providing free transportation to and from the Club on Horton Street near Richmond Street after school * visit website for bus schedule
Bounce and Munch - Program focuses on getting children excited about fitness and nutrition using a variety of fun and creative activities
Evening Adventure and Afternoon Adventure - Drop-in program for children
Social Programs - Programs for youth
Supper Club - A hot, nutritious meal is provided to children attending evening programs
The Teen Zone - A teen only special lounge with computers and access to internet, games, music, and other activities
Volunteer and Leadership Programs - Provides various youth leadership programs
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Fees: |
Membership or visitor fee * additional fees for some programs * subsidy available to qualifiying families based on annual family income
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Application: |
Self referral or day program referral
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Eligibility / Population(s) Served: |
Children and teens * children under 6 years of age require parental accompaniment
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Languages (other than English): |
English ; French ; Spanish
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Area(s) Served: |
London and area
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| See Also: |
Cultural and Recreational Facilities and Programs
Shelters, Drop-ins and Outreach for Youth
Youth Centres
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This information was last completely updated on
7/10/2012
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