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Program Registration

In accordance with recent Public Health Orders, the City is suspending certain programs and activities. View the Activities Update page for details.

Register Now for Winter 2021 Programs
The winter 2021 season runs January 4 to March 28. Register today for online and in-person programs! Advanced registration is required for each class or activity. A limited selection of recreation programs are being offered at community centres, the Arts Centre, arenas and aquatics facilities in Richmond. Programs will continue to be added, so check back regularly!

How to Register

  • Online: Select the BROWSE AND REGISTER button
  • Phone: Registration Call Centre at 604-276-4300, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm

    BROWSE AND REGISTER

    PDF Document Safety Information - Indoor Seasonal Programs

    Fitness Centres - registered visits
    Fitness Classes - low and high intensity
    Arts, Culture and Heritage - arts programs
    Aquatics - registered visits and lessons
    Arenas - registered visits and lessons
    Live Stream Fitness Videos
    Tennis
    Program Registration Help
    Health and Safety Guidelines
    Membership Re-Activation
    Refunds, Withdrawals and Transfer Guidelines

    Fitness Centres - registered visits
    75-Minute Fitness Centre Visits
    Five facilities are currently open for registered visits: Minoru Centre for Active Living and City Centre, South Arm, Thompson and West Richmond community centres.

    • Registration for the following week's sessions start online at 6:00am and through the Registration Call Centre at 8:30am on the Monday one week prior.
    • Recreation Access Card holders are to call the Registration Call Centre at 604-276-4300 to register for a swim session as online registrations are not available

    Visit the Fitness Centres page for more details including fees and youth orientations and permission forms.​

    Fitness Classes
    Low Intensity Group Fitness Classes
    Yoga, Core and Strength, Luk Tung, Qigong, Aquafit and other low intensity group classes are continuing to be offered. All classes will adhere to strict guidelines to ensure the safety of participants and staff. Find classes by clicking on the BROWSE AND REGISTER button and choosing Fitness under Adults (19+yrs)

    PDF Document Safety Information - Group Fitness Classes

    High Intensity Group Fitness Classes
    In response to the recent Public Health Orders, the City is continuing to suspend all indoor high intensity group fitness classes, including Spin, Zumba, H.I.I.T. and boot camps until further notice.

    Arts, Culture and Heritage
    Arts Programs
    Virtual and limited in-person arts programs for all ages are offered at a variety of Richmond facilities. All programs adhere to strict guidelines to ensure the safety of participants and staff. Find classes by clicking on the BROWSE AND REGISTER button and choosing a specific program area in the appropriate age category.

    • Visit the Arts, Culture & Heritage page to find information on cultural experiences and opportunities, including exhibitions, events and workshops.

    Aquatics
    Minoru Centre for Active Living - Swim Lessons

    • Group Preschool Swim Lessons (for 18 months-5 years, parent participation required) Max. 4 children and 4 adults per lesson
    • Group Swim Lessons Red Cross Kids Level 1-4 (for 6-12 years, parent participation required) Max. 4 children and 4 adults per lesson
    • Private Lessons (for adults and children 7+ years with Level Swim Kids 5+)

    PDF Document ​​Frequently Asked Questions - Minoru Centre for Active Living Swim Lessons

    Minoru Centre for Active Living - 75-Minute Swim Sessions

    • Registration for the following week's sessions start online at 6:00am and through the Registration Call Centre  at 8:30am on the Monday one week prior.
    • Recreation Access Card holders are to call the Registration Call Centre at 604-276-4300 to register for a swim session as online registrations are not available.

    PDF Document Safety Information - Indoor Swimming
    PDF Document Frequently Asked Questions - Minoru Centre for Active Living Aquatic Centre

    Arenas
    Richmond Ice Centre and Minoru Arenas
    Both facilities are open with limited use for approved minor sport groups, youth development ice bookings, and public programs.

    • Registration for the following week's sessions start online at 6:00am and through the  Registration Call Centre at 8:30am on the Monday one week prior. 
    • Visit the Arena Schedules and Admissions page for program information, safety information and frequently asked questions.

    Live Stream Fitness Videos
    Work out at home with the Zoom app and favourite instructors and coordinators! Only limited equipment required.

    Tennis
    Steveston Community Centre Net Shed
    Singles only indoor tennis is available. 

    • Visit Steveston Tennis for court bookings, safety information and frequently asked questions.

    PDF Document Safety Information - Net Shed Tennis Court

    Program Registration Help
    Do you need help registering for a program? Visit the Program Registration Help page. View step-by-step videos on how to set up an account and how to register for an activity with frequently asked questions about registration.

    Health and Safety Guidelines
    Advanced registration is required for each class or activity. All facilities and programs will meet strict health and safety guidelines as set out by local and provincial health authorities, and activities may be increased or decreased based on demand and public safety. In keeping with provincial health orders, masks must be worn in all indoor spaces and City-operated facilities.

    Visit the COVID-19 Safety Plan page for more information and find Safety Information plans on each activity page or below.

    Membership Re-Activation
    Fitness and Aquatics
    Reactivate memberships for fitness centre visits at community centres along with swim sessions at the Minoru Centre for Active Living. Fitness classes are currently suspended. This includes 10-visit cards for Minoru Centre for Active Living; 10-visit cards for community centres remain on hold until further notice.

    PDF Document Frequently Asked Questions - Membership Reactivation

    Reactivate your membership

    ​​Refunds, Withdrawals and Transfer Guidelines
    Call the Registration Call Centre at 604-276-4300, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm to receive a refund or to withdraw or transfer from a class or program. 

    Note: Account credits are not viewable on MyRichmond accounts. Refunds, withdrawals and transfers cannot be processed online. In order to receive or check the status of a refund, including account credit amount, contact the Registration Call Centre at 604-276-4300.

    For further guidelines, read PDF Document Refunds, Withdrawal and Transfer Guidelines.

    Information
    Email leisure@richmond.ca for information.