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Richmond Hill to open fitness classes, swimming and drop-in programs

Municipal offices remain closed until at least June

Yorkregion.com
March 18, 2021
Laura Broadley

The City of Richmond Hill is reopening its drop-in programs, recreational swimming and in-person fitness classes in a gradual and phased approach in April to help protect the community and staff from COVID-19.

The Bayview Hill Community Centre is expected to reopen on April 6 for adult and adult 55+ drop-in sports programs and in-person fitness classes. Pre-registration is required and capacity will be limited. Registration opens on March 29.

A second ice pad at Ed Sackfield Arena will open on April 6 for permits only.

Centennial Pool is expected to reopen on April 12 for recreational swimming and aquatic leadership programs. Pre-registration is required and capacity will be limited. Registration opens on April 9.

Richmond Hill public library locations will open for in-branch holds pickup and express computer/printer use (no appointment required) starting on March 29. The library will continue to provide pre-booked curbside pickup and drop box returns with a variety of programs and digital services available online. Check rhpl.ca/reopening for the latest updates on library services.

All other community centres, pools, fitness centres and arenas are closed until further notice.

The tennis courts at Brickworks Park, Russell Farm Park, French Royalist Park, Town Park, Bayview Hill Park and Tannery Park are open now when conditions are favourable. Visit RichmondHill.ca/Tennis for details.

The Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts is also open and offering permits for community groups and presenters to livestream and/or pre-record virtual events. Ticket information for online events will be posted at rhcentre.ca as details become available. For more information on theatre permits, contact theatre manager Michael Grit at michael.grit@richmondhill.ca.

The main municipal offices are closed to the public until at least June. Residents are able to access city services online, by phone or appointment.