Community Development

Griffiths Park Centre

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5414 6 Ave

We have a variety of Active Living Classes that we run throughout the year. For the most up to date information check them out on activenet, our registration system here

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April 26, 2024 PD Day

Make the most of your child’s non-school Friday and register them for a fun-filled day of activities brought to you by Edson Dance Academy, Edson Tumblers Gymnastics Club, Galloway Station Museum, and The Town of Edson! Drop off is between 8:00 and 8:30 AM and pickup is between 2:30 and 3:00 PM at Edson Dance Academy ( 4820 3 Ave., Edson). Please enter through east entrance. Bussing will be provided between locations.

 
All participants must bring a lunch, extra snacks and a water bottle. Breakfast snacks will be provided by Yellowhead Dental. Please make sure to wear ACTIVEWEAR (no jeans, jewelry, zippers, or footed tights). Suitable for students ages 6+. Participants will be split into three groups on the day of the event.

Register HERE

2024 Go Girl Conference

We are excited to be hosting the 2024 Yellowhead Regional Go Girl Conference on Saturday, May 11! This one-day event brings together girls in Grades 5-9 from across our region to try a variety of activities, with the goal of motivating them to be active for life. The day includes an inspiring keynote speaker, sessions led by female instructors, opportunities for connection, all in a positive, empowering environment.

Sessions include: Aerial arts, fire fit, water smart, paint & plant, nerf wars, gymnastics, yoga, intro to karate, hip hop, drumming & spirit animals, iPhone photography, and henna.

Keynote Speaker: Mackenzie Brown

Registration kicks-off in-person at the Edson & District Leisure Centre 3:30-5:30pm on Monday, April 8, followed by online registration opening at 5:30pm that day. Registration closes at 4:00pm on Tuesday, April 30.

Learn more about the sessions and keynote HERE!

Find the registration brochure & waiver HERE!

Certain sessions require an additional waiver. If you listed gymnastics in your top 5 sessions during registration, please fill out this waiver. If aerial arts is in your top 5, please fill out this waiver. Completed waivers can be emailed to NicoleT@edson.ca

Family Sock Hop 1950s Dance May 24th

Get ready to twist and shout at our Family Sock Hop event! Grab your poodle skirts and leather jackets because we are throwing it back to the '50s. Enjoy a night of dancing, games, snacks, and nostalgic fun for the whole family. Don't forget your dancing shoes - we'll be grooving to classic tunes all night long and Amy Wesolowsky will even teach us some dance moves. So bring your loved ones and let's make some unforgettable memories together!

You can buy tickets ahead of time at Eventbrite or cash at the door.