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The City of Kingston and KGA in partnership with Canadian Sport for Life are proud to announce the first annual “Town Hall” on November 7th 2013.  The event will draw individuals from a variety of sectors, all of whom are directly involved with the development and physical

The Fundamental Movement Skills of throwing, catching, jumping, striking, running, kicking, agility, balance and coordination, form the basis for future sport skill development and for the life-long enjoyment of physical activity.  Check out the certifications below to register today!  

The ActivPass is an opportunity for students in grades 5 and 9 to use some of our great local facilities FOR FREE!  The pass includes access to free skate, swim, and gym times at facilities like the YMCA, the Invista Centre, the Memorial Centre, Centre 70 and

Enjoy the last few days of warm fall weather that is projected in the forecast and take advantage of the beautiful trails and parks Kingston has to offer!  The changing leaves are phenomenal this time of year.  For a list of trails and parks click here!

Kingston Gets Active is looking for volunteers who enjoy being physically active! Volunteers attend community events to share physical activity resources and encourage others to be physically active. A free training session is being offered Tuesday and Thursday, October 22nd and 24th from 6-9pm. For more information

“You’re not the only one who thinks your kid is incredibly wonderful and special. We never met a kid whose potential we couldn’t see.” –       YMCA The YMCA recently launched a national campaign devoted to developing the potential of children.  The YMCA is a charitable organization dedicated

Physical literacy comes from developing a wide variety of fundamental movement skills as a foundation for lifelong participation in activity, while strengthening the community sport and recreation sector by building capacity.  Check out the new Physical Literacy tab to see updates on physical literacy as well as for more

For more ideas on how to get active this Fall, take a peak at our latest Kingston Gets Active Newsletter.  It includes tips for staying active every day of the week, exciting events related to physical activity happening right here in Kingston, information related to physical literacy, the ActivPass,

The city will renew its Grade 9 bus pass system this fall and extend the free rides to include Grade 10 students in Kingston. Last September, the city issued 648 passes to Grade 9 students, which resulted in students taking more than 28,000 bus trips. Current Grade 9

The Friends of Kingston Inner Harbour group has announced some great events for summer fun during the month of July:  Family Wednesdays; Doggie Meet and Greets; and Yoga for Rowers all happen in Doug Fluhrer Park (located at the end of Wellington St near downtown).   1)