Recreation

Passes and Memberships

Q: How do I use my new pass to register for programs?

Log in to your to view and register in advance for all drop-in programs. If you have a pass or membership, you can select the zero-dollar fee option when registering for a timeslot.

Explore the variety of recreation passes and membership options in the City of Burlington.

Available passes and memberships

Check out our available recreation pass and membership options.

Active5 Pass

Our Active5 Pass lets Burlington students in Grade 5 and 6 access unlimited recreation options year-round.

Aquatic fitness

You can either drop in to our aquatic fitness programs or purchase a 30-day pass. Whether you are dropping in or have a 30-day pass, you must reserve your spot in advance.

Burlington Teen Tour Band and Junior Redcoats

The Burlington Teen Tour Band (BTTB) is open to membership for youth aged 13 to 21. Learn how to join the BTTB or contact music@burlington.ca for more information.

The Junior Redcoats is the feeder band for the BTTB for youth aged nine to 13. Learn how to join the Junior Redcoats.

Lap swim

You can drop in to our lap swim programs or purchase a 30-day pass. Whether you are dropping in or have a 30-day pass, you must reserve your spot in advance.

Recreational swimming

You can drop in to our lap swim programs or purchase an annual pass. Whether you are dropping in or have an annual pass, you must reserve your spot in advance.

Skating and Recreational Hockey

You can purchase 10, 20, or 40 Shinny passes for recreational hockey programs or Skate Yearly pass to participate in drop in skating programs.

Snooker

The pass offers access to the Snooker area at the Burlington Seniors’ Centre from Monday to Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (times may vary depending on the day).

For Snooker play only
Unlimited play during pass period
Participants can book once per day
Membership pass can only be purchased online
Pass is available for Adult 55+ only

Tyandaga Golf Course

Tyandaga Golf Course offers the conveniences of an urban golf course coupled with the atmosphere of a rural setting. You can purchase a membership to golf as much as you'd like throughout the season.

Youth

Pass can be used to reserve a spot with online registration or can be used in-person for multiple members of the family.

Family/Youth pass: This pass provides access to any (10) drop-in family or youth, family fitness or sport drop-in classes.
Home School 10: This pass provides access to any (10) drop-in Home School Sport drop-in class.
Home School 40 pass: This pass provides access to any (40) drop-in Home School Sport drop-in class.

Play Fit pass: This pass provides access to any (10) Preschool Play Fit drop-in class.

Purchases and renewals

You can purchase a pass or membership and renew your membership either online or in-person. Log in to your Live and Play account or visit one of our recreation customer service locations to purchase or renew passes. When you're logged in to your account, navigate to the Membership tab.

Frequently asked questions

View some of our frequently asked questions about recreation passes and memberships.

How do I use my new pass to register for programs?

Log in to your Live and Play account to view and register in advance for all drop-in programs. If you have a pass or membership, you can select the zero-dollar fee option when registering for a timeslot.

Do I need my old pass or membership plastic card, or will I get a new one?

You don't need to show anything when you arrive, as your pass will now act virtually from your Live and Play account. Please remember to register in advance for all programs. Staff will validate that you are registered before entry.

What can I use my account credit for?

You can use your account credit towards the purchase of any City of Burlington recreation programs and services, including drop-in swimming, skating and registered programs.

Can I use the lap swimming pass to go to recreational swimming?

Yes, you can use the 30-day pass for lap swimming and recreational swimming.

Terms and conditions

Passes and memberships terms and conditions

For a complete information on Code of Conduct including Covid Voluntary Acceptance of Risk statement.
Passes and Memberships are not transferable and cannot be loaned to another person.
Pass and Membership holders must comply with all staff instructions and all admission and supervision standards for the specified program. See burlington.ca/playstandards for more information. Pass and Membership holders must comply with all City of Burlington by-laws, policies, and procedures.
Program dates and times may change. Holiday closures and scheduled facility maintenance closure dates will be posted on the City of Burlington’s website and at the facility.
Fees may change. HST is applied where applicable. An additional fee applies for non-residents.
All NSF cheques will be charged a $40 administration fee.
Declined credit card payments will be charged an administration fee.
Once a pass or membership term has started and you request to cancel the pass or membership, you will only receive a partial credit. The partial credit amount will be based on the value of the remaining portion of the term from the time the cancellation request is received. Any cancellation requests must be made in person or in writing. Refunds for unused credits may be requested at any time.
By entering the facility or participating in any City of Burlington program, the Pass or Membership holder or the legal guardian of the Pass or Membership holder voluntarily accepts the risks of injury, death, damage or loss of property as a result of entering the facility or participating in any program.

The City of Burlington may remove a Pass or Membership holder from the facility and/or terminate participation in any program at any time. The City of Burlington is not responsible for any injuries, deaths, damages or loss of property for any reason. The Pass or Membership holder or the legal guardian of the Pass or Membership holder agrees to fully release the City of Burlington from any claims.
These Terms and Conditions may change without notice.