Canoe Landing Community Recreation Centre — Basketball

I took my son, who is 9, to the basketball program at Canoe Landing Community Recreation Centre in Toronto last Saturday. The staff, particularly Coach Mike, were very engaging with the kids, making sure everyone got a chance to shoot hoops and learn some new skills. It was great to see my son connect with other kids in the small group setting. They spent the first half learning dribbling techniques and then had a mini-game. His excitement was infectious! One downside was the long lines at the sign-in desk, which was a bit frustrating. We waited over 15 minutes before we could get started. Overall, I’d recommend this program for its friendly atmosphere and active participation, but just allow some extra time for check-in if you decide to go.

We recently enrolled my son in the basketball program at Canoe Landing Community Recreation Centre in Toronto. The sessions are held weekly, and while my son, who is quite active, found the drills engaging, we did experience some long lines during pickup, which was a bit frustrating. The instructors, like Coach Sam, were attentive and ensured that every child, regardless of skill level, felt included and challenged—not overly stressful, which was perfect. My son particularly enjoyed learning how to shoot layups and even made a friend while practicing. The small group size allowed for more personalized attention, which I really appreciated. Overall, I would recommend this program, but just a heads up to arrive early to avoid the wait at the end of the session.