For information on these programs, click on the link below.

 

 

Programs

Knitting? Scrapbooking? Fixing bikes? Here's a chance to do your favourite things near home. Unless otherwise specified, Highlands programs are held at the community league hall at 6112-113 Avenue.

Our Program Director welcomes your suggestions for new programs and is available to work with you to bring your favourite activities to the community for all to enjoy.

To contact the Program Director, please click on the email icon below.

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Boot Camp

Are looking for a change in your current fitness routine?  Are you lacking in motivation and want an extra push from a group with like minded goals?  In this boot camp you can expect to be challenged in all areas of fitness.  Each week will include cardio, strength, interval, core and flexibility training.  Class space is limited to ensure we can focus on small group training.  All levels are welcome but expect to work hard!  What is the pay off?  Results!
                         
City Mobile Personal Training is proud to join the Highlands Community Center in offering a 4 week Indoor/Outdoor Boot Camp!  Join us..

When: Monday, Wednesdays & Fridays
September 13 - October 8
Time: 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Where: Highlands Lounge, Program Room
6112-113 Avenue
Cost: $170 Members Members
$180 Non Members
To Register: Joanne Higgins, (780) 990-9573

Please note that there will be no class on Friday September 17th. 

There is an 8 person maximum and six person minimum for the program to run. 

Please join us on registration night:  

7 pm - 8 pm
Tuesday, September 7th

Joanne Higgins is owner of FLEX and the City Mobile Personal Training. She carries certifications from ISSA, Can Fit Pro, Body Training Systems and is currently completing her NAIT Personal Fitness Trainer Diploma.   

Please contact Joanne with any questions at (780) 990-9573 or visit her website for more information at www.flexandthecity.info

 

Bridge Club

Open to all avid bridge players and those interested in learning bridge! The Highlands Bridge Club meets every week in the lounge to play a great pastime!

When Thursdays, 7 - 10 pm
Where Highlands Lounge, Second Floor
6112-113 Avenue
Contact Murray Hoke, (780) 474-5408

 

Canine Drop In

Are you interested in meeting with other Highlands dogs and their owners to practice obedience and socialization? This is a community drop in and all dogs (non-agressive) are welcome. Join us for weekly canine interaction!

When: Wednesdays - 7 pm - 9 pm
Saturdays - 11 am - 1 pm

Let us know if you would like additional times and we'll do a shout out on Facebook.

Aug 21 - Sept 11

Where: Highlands Skating Rink
6112-113 Avenue
Cost: Free
To Register: Drop In

Brian Pasmore of K911 will not be in attendance at the Canine Drop In, Owners with specific training issues please see the Canine Obedience information below or contact Brian at www.K911.ca

 

Canine Obedience

Think your dog is a brute or a little to enthusiastic? Bring your baby and learn from a very qualified and credited trainer. Brian Pasmore of www.K911.ca has come to help with a basic obedience class.

This course covers basic, on-lead obedience and pack structure including heel, stay, sit, down, recall, plus a few more advanced exercises. Participants will need to have a 6' lead and a 20-30' lead. No extendable leads please. Puppies need to be at least 4 months of age to participate.

When: Saturdays, Sept 18 - Oct 21 (6 Weeks)
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Where: Highlands Skating Rink
6112-113 Avenue

In the event of bad weather, the class will take place in the basement of St. Mary's Anglican Church at 11203 68 Street.

Cost: $150 Members
$200 Non-Member

$50 Additional Dog Member
$100 Additional Dog Non Member

Includes GST & Training Collar

Registration: Saturday, Noon - 1 pm.
or Call Brian Pasmore (780) 935-6300

 

Community Drop In

Stop in at the community leageu centre for coffee or tea. Take a moment to warm up, browse through some community league information and find out what's going on.

To arrange another time to renew your membership, please contact Michelle at membership@highlandscommunity.ca and she will be happy to assist you!

When: Tuesdays, 10 am - 12 pm
Thursdays, 4 pm - 6 pm
September 1 - 31
Where: Highlands Skating Rink
6112-113 Avenue

 

Community Garden

The Highlands Community garden is going into its third season and offers plots for rent to those who want to eat local, meet new folks from the neighbourhood and play in the dirt.

To secure a spot for this summer's growing season, please contact:

Lynn Spyker
Community Garden
(780) 477-0933

A valid community league membership is required to rent a plot. Memberships are available online at www.efcl.org or drop by Mandolin Books & Coffee Company on 64 Street and 112 Avenue for a coffee and purchase a membership at the same time.  Membership offers two free swim passes and other great benefits.

Please note that limited gardening plots are available.

Gardening Club

The neighbourhood garden club is the perfect place to share ideas and pick up creative tips for indoor gardening from seasoned green thumbs. Men and women of all ages are welcome to join this friendly group, which meets year round and enjoys social activities such as corn roasts and barbecues.

When 2nd Wednesday of each Month, 7 - 9 pm
Where Highlands Lounge, Second Floor
6112-113 Avenue
Cost $15/Year Membership Fee
Contact Bob Lawrence, (780) 479-7596

 

Music Club

Music lovers, if you enjoy listening to music and sharing stories over beverages, come join the Highlands music Club. Generally we choose a theme and we share music around that theme. This stimulates great conversation and storytelling.

Check out our website at www.highlandsmc.wordpress.com for the theme, date and beverage selection for upcoming meetings.

When 3rd Tuesday of each Month, 8 pm
Where Highlands Lounge, Second Floor
6112-113 Avenue
Contact Pieter Spyker, (780) 477-0933

 

Skating

Skating starts up as soon as the weather allows the ice to be prepared. A skating schedule will be posted at that time.

To receive your skate tags which allow you and your families to use the community league ice, please purchase your community league membership. For membership information, please visit our Membership page.

During the skating season, the following Skating Guidelines are strongly enforced during all public skate times. Please take a moment to read through this document as it is important to all skaters sharing the ice.

 

Swimming

With your membership, you are entitled to two admissions a year to Tier 3 facilities at community league expense.

How it works: Present your Highlands Community League membership card at a Tier 3 facility, and you will receive an access card that reflects your type of membership (family, single adult or senior). On your second visit, you only need to swipe the card. The community league will be billed only for those who take advantage of this program.

If you’d like to continue using any or all of these facilities, your community league membership gets you a further 20% discount.

Tier 3 Facilities

    • Commonwealth Stadium
      and Fitness Centre
    • Community Leisure Centres:

      - A.C.T.
      - Bonnie Doon
      - Confederation
      - Eastglen

Play Group

Connect with parents and children from our community in a friendly, supportive environment. You'll get a chance to chat with other parents while your children play with each other. The best part is, it's free!

Click Here for the poster.

When Starting September 10, 2010
Alternating Thursdays & Fridays
9:30 AM

Where Highlands Lounge, Second Floor
6112-113 Avenue

or, weather permitting...

Highlands Park
62 Street and 112 Avenue

Contact Nickela (780) 472-8610
Joy (780) 474-2168

 

Play Ground & Wading Pool

Highlands Community League collaborates with the city of Edmonton each summer to offer a free drop in program at Highlands Park on 61 Street and 112 Avenue.

The Green Shack program offers arts, crafts, games and good times to kids of all ages. Come on out to enjoy the wading pool and community playground.

Facilities on site include bathrooms, picnic tables and BBQ areas. Firewood is not provided.

If you would like to volunteer to help coordinate an upgrade to the play ground equipment and wading pool or if you are interested in leading a community based project, this may be the one for you. Please contact our Program Director by clicking on the e-mail icon below.

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Potluck Social

Join your neighbours for a casual potluck supper in the community lounge. We promise good food and good fun for all ages.

When 1st Monday of each Month, 6 pm
Where Highlands Lounge, Second Floor
6112-113 Avenue
Contact Lianne Traynor, (780) 477-8653

 

Pub Night

Pub Night is usually held on the third Friday of the month (except holiday weekends) in the Highlands Community League Lounge, from 8:30 p.m. until the hosts get tired. Drinks are reasonably priced (though the selection may be limited), munchies are free, and you could win a door prize!

When Third Friday of each month
Where Highlands Lounge, Second Floor
6112-113 Avenue
Contact: To host a Highlands Pub Night,
please contact Laurel at pubnight@highlandscommunity.ca

 

Sports

The Highlands Community League has a dedicated Sports Director who is very interested in starting a number of programs for community members. Currently Soccer is the main focus of the sports program, but there is potential for other community sports including basketball, floor hockey, ice hockey and tennis.

Curling, lawn bowling and tennis are available in the community through private clubs. Contact information is below.

Please visit the Sports page of this site for more information.

 

Potential Programs

The following programs have been available in the past and can be run through the league depending on community interest.

    • Babysitting Course
    • Bingo
    • Crafting
    • Dance
    • Yoga

If you are interested in one of the programs above or another activity that is not listed, please contact our Program Director by clicking on the e-mail icon below.

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