The Community Services Department invites indoor field user groups interested in booking the Kids Arena Field House (KAFH) from Sept 2015 to April 2016 to attend the allocation meeting on Tuesday June 16, 2015 at the Pomeroy Sport Centre.

User groups should email a copy of their requests to reservations@fortstjohn.ca by June 2nd.  If you have not received your allocation package via email, please request a package to complete and send in.

Each group is required to send two (2) representatives with the authority to negotiate and make decisions on behalf of the group.

Please bring to the meeting:

• Copy of insurance
• Society registration number (if applicable)

Further inquiries may be directed to: Kylah Bryde, Recreation Manager. 250.794.3271 or email kbryde@fortstjohn.ca

Boots, Scoots & Boards

Boots, Scoots & Boards is an all ages program that is for the entire family! Roller blades/rollerskates, scooters, longboard/skateboards are all welcome.  Rollerbladers/Rollerskaters are to use the inside of the oval and slower users, such as longboards and scooters are to use the outside of the oval. Helmets are required for kids 12 years and younger and recommended for everyone. Please ensure to wipe and clean wheels before entering the oval. This use is strictly for casual use only, and not for completing tricks and stunts. Strollers are also welcome with the use of roller blades/skates. No hockey equipment allowed on the oval (sticks, pucks/balls etc). All children 8 and under are to be accompanied by an adult or person(s) 16 years or older. No bikes.

Learn To Ride

Date: Now until July 9

Location: Second Floor Oval

Times: Thursdays & Sundays from 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Cost: Adults - $3, Kids (17 and under) - $2 - Please pay at the Visitor Centre prior to playing.

Learn to Ride is an all ages event however, it is recommended for kids 2 - 8 years old with parent/guardian participation. Bring your scooter, skateboard, bike with training wheels, strider, or roller blades down to enjoy a kid friendly atmosphere to help teach your beginners the basics of riding/blading in a safe place. Helmets are required for kids 12 years and younger and recommended for everyone. Please ensure to wipe and clean wheels before entering the oval. This use is strictly for learning purposes only, not for experienced sport enthusiasts, no stunts permitted. There will be no teachers/aids on site and parents/guardians are encouraged to attend and participate. No hockey equipment allowed on the oval (sticks, pucks/balls, etc). All children must be accompanied by an adult or person(s) 16 years or older.

Adult Multi-Sport League

Date: July 8 - August 12

Location: North Peace Arena

Times: Wednesdays from 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Cost: $40/6 weeks

Ages 18+ only. Get ready for this exciting new program at the North Peace Arena! Each week there will be a new sport to challenge your team. Soccer, floor hockey, dodgeball, handball, and lacrosse will all be featured in this fun and social sports league.

Games will take place on Wednesday nights and will be scheduled in 1 hour time slots (including a warm up). A Recreation Attendant will supervise games, run the clock, and provide first aid if necessary.

Registration is done as singles but players are encouraged to sign up in couples or small groups and request to be placed on the same team. Requests will be accommodated on a first come, first served basis. You can register at the Visitor Center, the North Peace Leisure Pool, or by phone by calling 250-785-3033. This program has a participant sign up limit so sign up today. Participants will be supplied with a team roster, game schedule, and rules before their first week of play.