Stay active and connected at your neighbourhood school gym.
Discover opportunities to move more, meet new people, and stay engaged in Penticton and Summerland.
Join us at Parkway, Carmi, or Giants Head to get involved, stay active, and experience the benefits of being connected close to home.
GIANT'S HEAD GYM
Current Schedule
Sports and classes do not run on statutory holidays.
Child and Youth Activities
For the 2026–2027 school year, access to the Giant’s Head gym will be free for children and youth in grades 4-12. Thank you to our donor, MNP.
No teams. No pressure. Just play.
Study, play games, join pick up sports, and engage with friends every week.
Ages: 9–13
Dates: September 14–December 18
Weekdays: Tuesdays and Thursdays
- Tuesdays – Pickleball with SOYPA instructors present
- Thursdays – Basketball
Time: 3–5 p.m.
Price: FREE
No registration required.
No teams. No pressure. Just play.
Study, play games, join pick up sports, and engage with friends every week.
Ages: 14–18
Dates: September 14–December 18
Weekdays: Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays
- Monday – Volleyball
- Wednesday – Basketball
- Friday – Dodgeball
Time: 3–5 p.m.
Price: FREE
Adult Activities (18+)
Get active, bring friends, or make new friends while you learn a new sport or play an old favourite. All mobility levels are welcome.
No teams. No pressure. Just play.
Indoor courts. Bring your friends or join as a single and get paired up. Non-competitive recreation. Equipment provided.
Ages: 18+
Dates: September 14–December 18
Weekdays: Monday–Friday
Price: $8/day
Time: 9–10:30 a.m.
A gentle, accessible yoga class using a chair for support. Improve strength, balance, mobility, posture, and breathing in a welcoming environment for all ability levels.
Ages: 18+
Session Dates: September 16–October 16
Weekdays: Wednesdays (4 weeks*) OR Fridays (5 weeks)
Time: 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Price: $10/day
Register online for a full session or drop in for a single class.
*No class on Wednesday, September 30 (National Day for Truth and Reconciliation)
Feel like a kid again in gym class! Varied sports weekly to get active and socialize. Learn a new sport or play an old favourite:
- Dodgeball
- Pickleball
- Volleyball
- Soccer
- Basketball
- Floor Hockey
Ages: 18+
Session Dates: September 14–December 18 (14 weeks)
Weekdays: Tuesdays OR Thursdays
Time: 5:30–7 p.m.
Price: $10/day
Register online for a full session or drop in for a single class.
Circuit-style strength class for a full-body workout that challenges you in under an hour. Open to all levels, modification available.
Ages: 18+
Session Dates: September 14–December 18
Weekdays: Mondays (13 weeks*) OR Fridays (14 weeks)
Time: 12–12:50 p.m.
Price: $10/day
*No class on Monday, October 12 (Thanksgiving Day).
Register online for a full session or drop in for a single class.
Achieve your step goal through a low-impact walking and hand weight workout to popular music hits. Encouraged to bring weights up to 3 lbs.
Ages: 18+
Session Dates: September 14–December 18 (12 weeks)*
Weekdays: Wednesdays
Time: 12–12:50 p.m.
Price: $10/day
Register online for a full session or drop in for a single class.
*No class Wednesday, September 30 (National Day for Truth and Reconciliation) or Wednesday, November 11 (Remembrance Day)
Circuit-style full-body workouts. Modifications provided. Open to all fitness levels.
Ages: 55+
Session Dates: September 14–December 18*
Weekdays: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays OR Fridays
Time: 1–2 p.m.
Price: $10/day
Register online for a full session or drop in for a single class.
*No class on Wednesday, September 30 (National Day for Truth and Reconciliation); Monday, October 12 (Thanksgiving Day); or Wednesday, November 11 (Remembrance Day).
Meet local seniors while you enjoy refreshments and a light snack.
Ages: 55+
Dates: September 14–December 14
Weekdays: Mondays
Time: 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Price: Free
Drop in! No registration required.
Family Activities (6 years and under)
Enjoy play-based learning and recreation as a family while you make new connections.
Enjoy a play based introduction to varied sports with your tot. Practice physical literacy as they learn to run, jump, and throw through small games and challenges.
Parent participation required at all times.
Ages: 3–6 yrs and caregivers
Session Dates: September 14–December 18 (14 weeks)
Weekdays: Thursdays
Time: 12:30–2 p.m.
Price: $10/day
Register online for a full session or drop in for a single class.
Enjoy active, play-based fun with your child in a welcoming gym environment designed to support gross motor development. Parent/guardian participation is required at all times.
Ages: 0–6 yrs and caregiver
Session Dates: September 14–December 18
Weekdays: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 11–12:30 p.m.
Price: Free
No registration required.
Rentals
The gymnasium can be rented for sports games/practices/tournaments and other community events on a one-time or ongoing basis.
Rentals include access to all sporting equipment and nets.
Youth/Non-profits: $90/hr
Adult Private/Commercial: $110/hr
PARKWAY GYM
Child and Youth Activities
Whether you’re new to sports or an experienced athlete, there’s something to spark joy for youth of all ages.
Active Play Club is funded by Active Living BC to provide supervised unstructured play opportunities. The program promotes creativity and getting active throughout the school year.
The program will be outdoors unless there is inclement weather. Snack will be provided.
Ages: 6–12
Session Dates: September 29–June 29
Weekdays: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 3–4:30 p.m.
Price: Free
To register, email gymnasiums.so@ymcasibc.ca.
Drop in for varied sports weekly, and enjoy study hall and games in the mezzanine. Sports include:
- Dodgeball
- Pickleball
- Volleyball
- Soccer
- Basketball
- Floor Hockey
Ages: 13–18
Session Dates: October 7–December 16
Weekdays: Wednesdays
Time: 3–5 p.m.
Price: $5/day
Adult Activities (18+)
Get active, bring friends, or make new friends while you learn a new sport or play an old favourite. All mobility levels are welcome.
No teams. No pressure. Just play.
Indoor courts. Bring your friends or join as a single and get paired up. Non-competitive recreation. Equipment provided.
Ages: 18+
Dates: September 29–December 17
Weekdays: Tuesday–Thursday
Price: $8/day
Time: 9–10:30 a.m.
A gentle, accessible yoga class using a chair for support. Improve strength, balance, mobility, posture, and breathing in a welcoming environment for all ability levels.
Ages: 18+
Session Dates: September 29–October 13 (3 weeks)
Weekdays: Tuesdays
Time: 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Price: $10/day
Register online for a full session or drop in for a single class.
Circuit-style strength class for a full-body workout that challenges you in under an hour. Open to all levels, modification available.
Ages: 18+
Session Dates: September 29–December 15 (12 weeks)
Weekdays: Tuesdays
Time: 12–12:50 p.m.
Price: $10/day
Register online for a full session or drop in for a single class.
Achieve your step goal through a low-impact walking and hand weight workout to popular music hits. Encouraged to bring weights up to 3 lbs.
Ages: 18+
Session Dates: October 7–December 16 (10 Weeks)*
Weekdays: Wednesdays
Time: 12–12:50 p.m.
Price: $10/day
Register online for a full session or drop in for a single class.
*No class Wednesday, November 11 (Remembrance Day).
Circuit-style full-body workouts. Modifications provided. Open to all fitness levels.
Ages: 55+
Session Dates: September 29–December 17*
Weekdays: Tuesday, Wednesday, OR Thursday
Time: 1–2 p.m.
Price: $10/day
Register online for a full session or drop in for a single class.
*No class Wednesday, September 30 (National Day for Truth and Reconciliation); or Wednesday, November 11 (Remembrance Day).
Meet local seniors while you enjoy refreshments and a light snack.
Ages: 55+
Dates:October 1–December 17
Weekdays: Thursdays
Time: 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Price: Free
Drop in! No registration required.
Varied recreation daily including:
- Pickleball
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Soccer
- Hockey
Ages: 18+
Dates: September 29–December 17*
Weekdays: Tuesdays–Thursdays
Time: 2:10–3 p.m.
Price: $5/day
*No class Wednesday, September 30 (National Day for Truth and Reconciliation); or Wednesday, November 11 (Remembrance Day).
Family Activities
Enjoy play-based learning and recreation as a family and meet new members of the community.
Enjoy a play-based introduction to varied sports with your tot. Practice physical literacy as they learn to run, jump, and throw through small games and challenges.
Parent participation required at all times.
Ages: 3–6 yrs and caregivers
Session Dates: October 1–December 17 (12 Weeks)
Weekdays: Thursdays
Time: 11–12:30 p.m.
Price: $10/day
Register online for a full session or drop in for a single class.
Enjoy recreation and non-competitive play as a family. Varied sports each week include:
- Pickleball
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Hockey
Ages: 6–18 yrs (caregivers required for children under 9)
Dates: October 7–December 16*
Weekdays: Wednesdays
Time: 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Price: $5/person | $10/family
Caregiver required at all times for children under 9 years of age.
*Closed on Wednesday, November 11 (Remembrance Day).
Rentals
The gymnasium can be rented for sports games/practices/tournaments and other community events on a one-time or ongoing basis.
Rentals include access to all sporting equipment and nets.
Youth/Non-profits: $90/hr
Adult Private/Commercial: $110/hr