World Leisure Day
World Leisure Day & City of Richmond - Tue, Apr 16
Join in celebrating World Leisure Day in Richmond with this year's theme, “Embracing Digital Horizons in Leisure” that aims to embrace the limitless possibilities that digital leisure offers. Celebrate the importance of leisure activities in Richmond community acknowledging how technology enhances our leisure experiences, shaping how we work, play and connect.
Explore the variety of options within our city - whether in-person or virtually - as a way for you and your family be active, unwind, relax and simply have fun.
World Leisure Day is a global initiative of the World Leisure Organization (WLO), which aims to reinforce leisure as a social right and its importance in daily life, as well as to expand and promote leisure globally while recognizing that barriers still exist for many worldwide. For more information, go to worldleisureday.org.
Check out the following list of activities to participate in on Tuesday, April 16 and beyond:
Athletic
Expect six alternating blocks of functional exercises using dumbells, kettlebells, medicine balls, battle ropes and more partnered with blocks of hill work, sprint work or threshold work on a treadmill or Airdyne Bike.
Richmond Olympic Oval 16yrs+
Apr 16 Tu 9:15-10:15am, 12:00-1:00pm and 5:15-6:15pm
$22.00 day admission, $10.00 non-peak admission (6:00am-4:00pm) or Oval Membership
FREE! Adventure Labs
Check out this interactive, app-based experience and virtual scavenger hunt for the whole family. Players download the interactive app onto a smartphone, and are guided by GPS to various locations. At each stop, players answer questions and learn facts about wildlife and ecology.
Terra Nova Park
Richmond Nature House
Garden City Park
Paulik Park
FREE! After School Video Games - Drop-In
Visit the Ironwood Branch for some fun with after school gaming like Mario Kart, Switch Sports and Tetris on the library's Nintendo Switch.
Richmond Public Library - Ironwood Branch 6yrs+
Apr 16 Tu 4:00-5:00pm Free/1 sess Drop-in
Cycle Fit
Improve cardio and muscle endurance to build power with moderate to high intensity cycling drills. Suitable for all fitness levels. Keiser bikes come equipped with a M Connect Display that tracks performance and allows you to connect to your favourite apps.
Minoru Centre for Active Living
Apr 16 Tu 11:30am-12:00pm and 6:45-7:30pm
$7.85 adults, $6.35 55yrs+ or free with fitness membership
South Arm Community Centre
Apr 16 Tu 6:15-7:00am
$6.90 adults, $5.00 55yrs+ or free with fitness membership
Steveston Community Centre
Apr 16 Tu 8:00-8:45am
$6.90 adults, $5.00 55+ or free with fitness membership
West Richmond Community Centre
Apr 16 Tu 8:15-9:00am and 6:15-7:00pm
$6.90 adults, $5.00 55yrs+ or free with fitness membership
FREE! Device Clinics - Drop-In
Get tech smart with Library staff and volunteers for 1-on-1 learning on your tablet, computer or smart phone. Learn the basics of operating your device, using email and apps and more.
Richmond Public Library - Cambie Branch 55yrs+
Apr 16 Tu 9:00am- 8:00pm Free/1 sess Drop-in
Engineering the Future - Preteens
Explore the exciting world of technology learning basic engineering concepts through demonstrations and experiments. Supplies list provided for common household materials required for each session. Registration required.
City Centre Community Centre 9-13yrs
April 16-May 14 Tu 5:30-7:00pm 76.60/6 sess 00296745
Low Impact - Hybrid
Try this functional training that includes cardio, strength, endurance, balance and flexibility work all set to music. Offered in-person or through Zoom.
West Richmond Community Centre 18yrs+
Apr 16 Tu 10:35-11:35am Call 604-238-8400 to register
$6.90 adults, $5.00 55yrs+ or Fitness Membership
Online - Zumba® - Toning
Use toning sticks to help torch calories with dance and strength training that offers a great cardiovascular workout with easy-to-follow routines. Offered through Zoom. Registration required.
City Centre Community Centre 16yrs+
Apr 9-May 14 Tu 7:15-8:15pm $36.90/6 sess 00297563
FREE! Minecraft Club - Drop-In
Want to build a farmhouse with other Minecraft buddies or your very own giant castle? In Minecraft, kids can learn cooperation, building and exploring together in a virtual world.
Richmond Public Library - Brighouse Branch 6-12yrs
Apr 16 Tu 4:00-5:00pm Free/1 sess Drop-in
FREE! Richmond Youth Media Program (RYMP)
The Richmond Youth Media Program aims to connect our youth participants with opportunities to use the skills they’ve gained through the program in the real world. Opportunities include event photography, event DJing, photo editing and more.
Richmond Cultural Centre Annex 13-24yrs
Apr 16 Tu 4:00-6:00pm Free/1 sess Drop-in
Ride
The OVALfit Ride studio features a 24 foot screen used to display real-time data and stunning visuals to keep you informed, engaged and motivated. Download the Stages Studio + app to check out your class stats and leaderboards.
Richmond Olympic Oval 16yrs+
Apr 16 Tu 9:15-10:15am and 4:45-5:45pm
$22.00 day admission, $10.00 non-peak admission (6:00am-4:00pm) or Oval Membership
Tai Chi Practice - Drop-In
Practice a series of gentle physical exercises and stretches. Led by a virtual instructor.
Minoru Centre for Active Living 55yrs+
Apr 16 Tu 9:00-10:00am Drop-in $2.00
FREE! Tech Buddies Device Clinic - Drop-In
Get tech smart with Library staff and volunteers for 1-on-1 learning on your tablet, computer or smart phone. Learn the basics of operating your device, using email and apps and more.
Richmond Public Library - Steveston Branch 55yrs+
Apr 16 Tu 10:30am- 12:00pm Free/1 sess Drop-in
Yoga - Hybrid - Drop-In
Increase flexibility and strength, relieve stress and practice active relaxation in this balance, body and mind and multi-level workout session. Offered in-person or through Zoom.
Cambie Community Centre 14yrs+
Apr 16 Tu 12:15-1:00pm Drop-In
$6.90 adult, $5.00 youth/senior or Fitness Membership