Orillia Recreation Centre

Updated - September 16, 2021

Beginning September 22, 2021: The Province has implemented a vaccine requirement for all individuals entering recreation facilities.

All participants, parents/guardians and spectators will be required to show proof of double vaccination (second dose received at least 14 days prior to visit) or a letter stating a medical exemption* each time they enter a recreation facility, with the following exemptions:

• Children under the age of 12
• Youth under the age of 18 who are actively participating in an organized sport

Proof of Vaccination

One of the following documents must be provided to confirm proof of vaccination:

• An Ontario vaccination receipt from a vaccine clinic (printed copy)
• A vaccination receipt signed by an Indigenous Health Provider
• An Ontario Ministry of Health vaccination receipt received by email following your appointment (digital or printed copy)
• Downloaded vaccination receipt from Ontario’s provincial booking portal
• A vaccination receipt from another jurisdiction that shows the holder is fully vaccinated against COVID-19

Identification Documents

Supporting identification documents must be presented that show the name and date of birth of the individual:

• Birth certificate
• Citizenship card
• Driver’s license
• Government (Ontario or other) issued identification card, including health card
• Indian Status Card/Indigenous Membership Card
• Passport
• Permanent Resident card.

*Medical Exemptions

Written medical exemptions must include the following:

• First and last name of the person with the medical exemption
• The physician or registered nurse’s information including:
  • Name and contact information of physician or registered nurse
  • Logo or letterhead identifying the physician or registered nurse
  • Statement that there is a medical reason for the individuals exemption
  • Effective time-period for the medical exemption

Process for Entering a Recreation Facility as of September 22, 2021

1. Participant and parent/guardian is required to complete the facility entrance screening (similar to our current process)
2. Participant is required to confirm their name on the program roster. If under the age of 18, proceed to your program. If over the age of 18, provide proof of vaccination and identification document
3. Parent/Guardian/Spector – if under the age of 12, provide identification document.  If 12 years and older, provide proof of vaccination and identification document

We understand this process will be confusing and time consuming in the beginning. Please arrive up to 15 minutes prior to the start of your program with all necessary documents. If you are unable to attend your program due to this vaccine requirement, please contact us at recreation@orillia.ca. Please note that due to a high volume of inquiries, our response time may be delayed.

What to Expect During Your Upcoming Program

Signing Up For A Fun Pass or Drop-In Program

Pre-registration is required for fitness centre time slots and drop-in programs at the Orillia Recreation Centre and across City locations. At this time there will be no walk-in availability for purchasing memberships (Fun Pass), drop-in programs or general access to the building. Staff ask that you please purchase your Fun Pass and register for drop-in programming using the online portal.

How to register for Drop-In Programs

View our How To video or our handy step-by-step guide to register for a drop-in program. 

Fun Pass

People can sign-up for a Fun Pass and/or redeem their Fun Pass gift certificate if previously purchased. Please be aware that when registering for drop-in programs participants must register 24 hours in advance of the drop-in timeslot. 

 Get Your Fun Pass Today 

Try all of the services available, ranging from a workout in the Fitness Centre, taking a group fitness class in the studio, trying a drop-in sport and league in the FIBA-sized gymnasium, or a family outing to one of the open swims.

 Amenities

Aquatic Centre

Eight-lane 25-metre pool with movable floor One-metre and three-metre diving boards Universal change rooms Steam room Rock wall Bleacher seating for 220 and on-deck viewing for 30 Tarzan rope Leisure pool with water features Therapy pool Discover more on the Aquatic Centre.

Gymnasium

Two FIBA-sized gymnasiums Bleacher seating for over 500 Dividing wall and curtains Plenty of room for special events

Fitness Centre

5,000 square feet Various cardio and weight training equipment Personal training Small group training   Discover more on the Fitness Centre.

Other Features

Walking/jogging track Multi-purpose room Preschool room Elevator access to all floors Child-minding room Community hub Wet/dry change rooms Sport Hall of Fame Lounge

Daily Drop-In Rates

All fees below includes the HST. Please note: Infants under one year old are free. Families: A family Fun Pass includes a maximum of six people - one adult (max of two) and four or five children under the age of 18, that live in the same household. If you are interested in renting a facility, please visit the Facility Booking for rates.