MORDEN ACTIVITY GUIDE
The following is a list of sports and recreation opportunities in Morden. Many of these organizations are at the Sport and Leisure Expo at the Access Event Centre at the beginning of September. Contact information for these groups is included for further inquiries or registrations.
To add or update an organization in future listings, contact us at 204-822-5431.
179 Morden Air Cadets
Young Canadians aged 12 to 18 can participate in a variety of fun, challenging and rewarding activities and learn valuable life and work skills such as teamwork, leadership and citizenship.
Contact: Captain Chris Flook
179morden@mymts.net
www.cadets.ca
Facebook: 179 Morden Royal Canadian Air Cadets
Online Registration: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/cadets-junior-canadian-rangers/cadets/join-us.html
3rd Wave Triathlon Club
3rd Wave Triathlon Club meets to train from April-July in anticipation of the Morden Triathlon. The triathlon will be held in early July at Lake Minnewasta. Some members of the club also help to plan that event!
Contact: Morden Triathlon Committee
mordentriathlon@gmail.com
facebook.com/mordentriathlon
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Morden-Winkler
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Pembina Valley facilitates developmental mentoring relationships to the children/youth of the Pembina Valley. We offer 1-1 and group mentoring services to children facing adversities.
Ages 6-18 to receive a mentor
Contact: Jenelle Warkentin
204-325-9707
jenelle.warkentin@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca
https://pembinavalley.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca
Instagram: @bbbspv
Facebook: Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Pembina Valley
Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre
Museum of Paleontology
Our galleries provide a great interpretation of life in the Western Interior Seaway from the late Cretaceous period of earth’s prehistory. Our extensive collection of marine reptile fossils is the largest in Canada and is very well represented in our gallery space.
The Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre annually conducts Fossil Dig Adventure Tours for children, families, and earth science enthusiasts of all ages.
Museum Adventure Tours and workshops are also regularly planned for children, families, and earth science enthusiasts of all ages.
info@discoverfossils.com
204-822-3406
www.discoverfossils.com
www.facebook.com/discoverfossils
City of Morden Programs
Programs include:
Fall/Winter/Spring: Public Skating, Parent & Tot Skate, 55+ Skate/Stick & Puck, $5 Skate/Stick & Puck, Rec Hockey, Youth Basketball, Red Cross Courses (Babysitting, Stay Safe & First Aid), Cardio Drumming, Yoga, Pilates, Fitness Kickboxing, Zumba, Pickleball, 14+ Badminton, 12+ Basketball, 18+ Volleyball, workshops and more.
Spring/Summer: Summer Day Camps, Swimming Lessons, Summer Sports, Paddlefest, Canada Day Beach Blast and more.
Contact:
204-822-5431
recreation@mymorden.ca
mymorden.ca/recreation
Country Cycle
Country Cycle runs a full service bike and XC ski shop, club rides, races and a kids of mud program.
Kids of Mud is a learn-to-ride and learn-to-race program for kids 16 and under covering the Fundamentals, Learn to Train and Train to Train stages of Long Term Athlete Development.
Contact: Peter Loewen
204-332-0121
info@countrycycle.ca
www.countrycycle.ca
Cultural & Educational Center “LEADER”
We are happy to offer to your children (aged 3 – 17) an informative and educational program according to the student’s age on the basis of Russian and German language. The classes will take place at Ecole Morden Middle School every Saturday.
Contact: Galina Churikova
204-384-5892
info@mordeneducationalcenter.ca
mordeneducationalcenter.ca
facebook.com/mordeneducationalcenter.ca
DanceWorks
DanceWorks Offers dance classes for ages 3 and up in such disciplines as Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Irish, Tap, and Contemporary. We also offer drama classes for those in Gr. 1 - 12 and, new to our studio, film classes for those in Gr. 9 - 12.
2022/2023: Registration is open on the website. Registration is also available in person at the Access Event Centre during Sport and Leisure Expo, Sept 7, 2022, 6-8pm.
Ages 3 to adult
Contact: Vanessa Klassen
204-822-9981
danceworks.mb@gmail.com
www.dwstudio.ca
facebook.com/dwstudio.ca
instagram.com/dance_works_inc
FittWell Centre
FittWell Centre is a fully equipped fitness facility with, 24hour access, daily fitness classes, complimentary Training Session (offered to all New Members,) and child play area. Our facility is committed to high standards of Fitness & Nutrition Education, specific Training Certifications and Commitment to your workout success. Whether you are a Client working on your Fitness & Healthy Eating with one of our Certified Trainers or you are training on your own while taking advantage of the tips & education posted on our Nutrition and Fitness Boards in the gym, you can trust that our job is to take care of your training needs. Your job is to enjoy the rewards of your workout experience.
Contact: Candice
204-822-3573
candice.fittwell@gmail.com
facebook.com/fittwell.centre
www.fittwell.net
Grass Roots Movement Studio
Small personalized Pilates and wellness-based exercise classes that can be customized to fit a group’s specific requirements and needs. Classes could be geared for athletes, or for those dealing with injuries. Focus is on strengthening, stretching, body awareness, toning, tension release, and enjoying the class experience. Private sessions are also available.
Ages: 12-seniors
Contact: Nelsia Malenchak
Grass Roots Movement Studio - Nelsia Malenchak
c/o Grass Roots Chiropractic & Wellness Centre
384 Stephen Street, Morden, MB R6M 1T5
204-822-6770 please leave a message
nelsiamalenchak@mymts.net
Lions & Leo Clubs
When caring people join together, roll up their sleeves and take action to make their community better, it’s a beautiful thing—and an incredible feeling for everyone involved. That’s Lions and Leo Clubs. Being a Lion or Leo is about leading by example, building relationships, and improving the world through kindness. It is serving together so they can make a lasting impact and change more lives.
These clubs do 2/3 community service, and 1/3 fundraising. Club members meet monthly.
Cost: approximately $90 per year
Morden Roaring Lions Club –Ages 18+
President: Sachin Jain
Lions and Leos Business Advisor: Lion Bruce D Robert
Roaring Morden Leos Club – Ages 12-18
President of Roaring Morden Leos – Riya Jain
Leo Advisor – Lion Jim Robson
Join one of the clubs!
Contact Lion Bruce D Robert
Email: educatebruce@outlook.com
Mobile/Text: 204-823-3151
Learn about Lions International: https://www.lionsclubs.org
Minnewasta Golf & Country Club
The Minnewasta Golf & Country Club is a world-class, 18 hole facility that takes advantage of the scenic Pembina Escarpment to provide some of the most challenging golf topography in the province to please both competitive and recreational golfers. It is one of the host courses for the International Golf Tournament held the last weekend of July.
204-822-4992
proshop@golfminnewasta.com
http://golfminnewasta.com
facebook.com/golf.minnewasta
Morden Achievers 4-H
Members pick projects of their choice to complete from Oct.-April. Anything from cooking, sewing, crafts, babysitting, mechanics, etc. Provided we have a leader to teach it. All members are asked to present a speech or visual in early spring. We also do some community help. Go curling, etc.
Ages: 7-25 years
Contact:
Norma Wood
204-822-3973 or 204-823-0210
njw4h@hotmail.com
Janelle Chawrun
204-823-3611
janellechawrun@gmail.com
https://4h.mb.ca (for info only, register directly with the club)
Morden Challenger Baseball
Challenger Baseball is a completely inclusive, rewarding, and outcome-based baseball division that provides the opportunity to empower children, youth, and adults with cognitive or physical disabilities while enjoying all the benefits of the fun sport of baseball.
Players have the ability to be paired with an able-bodied "buddy" who are mentors and support the player's involvement in the game, assisting where necessary while encouraging independence where appropriate.
Program for ages 5-18
Spring Ball May & June
Fall Ball September & October
Morden Family Resource Centre
Free programs for children 2-5 and their parents/caregivers. Programs are based on literacy, numeracy, nutrition, fitness and social connections. Programs are offered between the months of September and June. Newsletters are posted on our Facebook page and emailed out before each program session. Contact us to be added to the newsletter mailing list.
Ages 2-5 and parents/caregivers
Online registration for each session. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date with program and registration dates
Phone: (204) 823-8158
Email: mordenpcrc@gmail.com
Find us at: facebook.com/MordenPCRC
Morden Figure Skating Club
The Morden Figure Skating Club offers CanSkate and StarSkate lessons for all levels.
Programs for Ages: 4-18
CanSkate is Skate Canada’s flagship learn-to skate program that teaches fundamental movements (go forward, go backward, stop, turn, spin and jump) and basic skills. The CanSkate Program emphasizes fun and continuous movement and is taught in a group lesson format. Skaters may use hockey or figure skates. Sessions run October-March.
StarSkate offers opportunities for skaters to develop fundamental figure skating skills in the areas a of ice dance, skating skills, free skate and interpretive skating. Skaters typically enter the StarSkate program after completing the required CanSkate levels. StarSkate teaches figure skating in a group and/or private lesson format in a progressive and sequential manner and includes specifically designed awards and incentives. Regular season runs October-March.
2023-2024: Online registration for our program opens to the general public on August 30th, 2023 at 8 am.
Website and online registration:
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Morden Friendship & Activity Centre
We offer a variety of activities for everyone such as Fitness, Jam Sessions, Choir, History Group, Line Dance, Card Games (Cribbage, Bridge), Floor Shuffle, Floor Curling, Pattern Dance, Snooker, Pickleball, Art and more! Morden Activity Centre runs three meal programs located at our Centre, Legion House 2 and Oakwest Estate at a low cost.
Our Services for Seniors department offers many resources including Medical Equipment Rentals, Erick Kits, Transportation referrals, Free (workshops, support groups, clinics, expos, and speakers), Outreach programming and more!
204-822-3555
mordenactivitycentre@gmail.com
306 North Railway Street
Morden, MB R6M 1S7
www.mordenseniors.ca
https://www.instagram.com/mordenactivitycentre/
https://www.facebook.com/mordenactivitycentre
We focus on senior support but our programming is open to everyone.
Subscribe to our emails or check out the link for the most up-to-date information.
Morden & District Horticultural Society
The focus of the society is to nurture an appreciation of plants, trees and flowers and share knowledge with each other and the general public. We hold workshops and host speakers on a variety of related topics. We also do some service to the community with planting and maintaining public parks, planting trees and hosting an annual garden tour.
Contact: Margie Hildebrand
chasmarg@mymts.net
Morden Junior Rifle Club
Classes are every Tuesday from 7-9 pm. Students will spend one hour in the classroom and one hour will be spent on the range shooting and learning the safe handling of firearms. In spring students have the opportunity to write the exam to receive their Hunters Safety Certificate.
Ages: 10-21
Contact: Kevin Nickel
204-325-2927
Morden Magics Gymnastics Club
Morden Magics Gymnastics Club is the largest rural club in southern Manitoba. We offer boys & girls recreational gymnastics classes for age 4 & up as well as run women’s regional and provincial stream competitive gymnastics for ages 7+.
Ages: 4-18
2022-2023: Community Registration opens August 18 at 6pm, watch website and social media
register.mordenmagics@gmail.com
mordenmagicsgymnastics.wordpress.com
facebook.com/MordenMagicsGymnasticsClub
Morden Minor Baseball
The Morden Minor Baseball helps youngsters enjoy this favourite summer game! Volunteer coaches are dedicated to develop baseball players from the ages of four to eighteen in an environment of fair play, sportsmanship, and enjoyment for the game.
http://mmba-southcentralbaseball.leaguetoolbox.com/site
facebook.com/mordenminorball
Morden Minor Hockey
The primary purpose of the Morden Minor Hockey Association is to promote interest in a wholesome brand of hockey while fostering a healthy community spirit with all the members, supporters and teams involved in the MMHA.
Ages: 5-18
2022-2023: Registration is open on the website, additional $25 fee applies after August 15.
Contact:
president@mordenminorhockey.com
mordenminorhockey.com
facebook.com/mordenminorhockey
Morden Minor Soccer Association
Welcome to Morden Minor Soccer Association!
We are a volunteer-based youth soccer organization located in Morden, dedicated to providing a positive and enjoyable soccer experience for children of all ages and skill levels. Our organization is run by dedicated volunteers who are passionate about nurturing the love for the game and creating a vibrant soccer community.
Email: hr@mordensoccer.com
Website: mordenminorsoccer.com
Facebook: facebook.com/MordenMinorSoccerAssociation
Instagram: instagram.com/morden.minor.soccer
Morden Paddle Club
We offer Kayak and SUP rentals. Free equipment rentals to club members during drop in hours, intro to kayaking sessions through out the summer months. Storage opportunities. Located on the beach near the beach shelter. Details at the campground office.
Ages: Youth to Adult
Contact Lake Minnewasta
204-822-4434
bthiessen@mymorden.ca
facebook.com/MordenPaddle
www.mymorden.ca/lake-minnewasta
Morden Premier Taekwondo
Students at Morden Taekwondo range from school age children to seniors and each train at their own level of fitness and experience. Training together offers interesting opportunities to learn from each other. Training 2 nights a week Tuesdays and Thursdays at Maple Leaf School.
Ages: 7-99
Contact: Mr.Jeff Giesbrecht
204-362-0918
jeffgiesbrecht115@gmail.com
PremierTaekwondo.ca
facebook.com/MordenPremierTaekwondo
Morden Slo Pitch League
In slow-pitch softball, the ball must arch on its path to the batter, and there are 10 players on the field at once. This is an adult co-ed league.
The program runs mid June – end of August
Contact Name: Joey Mutcheson
204-823-0424
Music Lessons
Axent Guitar Studio
Teacher: Ken Hiebert
(204) 822-9352
ken.hiebert69@gmail.com
https://www.mordenguitarlessons.ca
facebook.com/AxentGuitarStudio
Location: Morden, Manitoba
Instrument(s): acoustic guitar
I teach an acoustic "fingerstyle" approach based heavily on chords. Also notation and chord theory.
Teacher: various strings teachers
(204) 331-4472
kayla.dksm@gmail.com
Location: Winkler/Morden, MB
Instrument(s): violin/cello/bass
Contact info for violin/cello teachers available at - www.douglaskuhlschoolofmusic.com
Benjamin Funk
(204) 362-7514
benfunkpiano@gmail.com
Location: Plum Coulee, Manitoba
Instrument(s): piano
Mon-Thu evening lessons (after 5PM)
Creative Chording Music Studio
Teacher: Joe or Lorraine Preston
(204) 325-0824
jl.preston@live.com
Location: Winkler, Manitoba
Instrument(s): piano, guitar, drums, banjo, ukulele, bass guitar
Specializing in Christian music, ages 6 - senior.
Lindsay Rae Music
Teacher: Lindsay Rae
(204) 362-8854
LindsayRae@outlook.com
Location: Morden, MB
Instrument(s): ONLINE LESSONS ONLY : Piano, Voice and Songwriting
16 years teaching experience, piano, guitar, songwriting.
Ken Hiebert
Axent Guitar Studio
204-332-3325
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@kenhiebert
I teach private fingerstyle guitar lessons for students ages 7 to 97. To register, you can contact me at this email address or online here:
My Treasured Arts
Individual art sessions for high school students and adults. Multimedia art based on personal preferences. Options include watercolour, acrylic, ink, graphite and more!
Contact: Willi Richardson
willirichardson1@gmail.com
Pembina Hills Arts Council
The Pembina Hills Arts Council offers a wide variety of programming to our community including, art classes for youth and adults, community events, educational events, and exhibitions. We base our programming decisions on past successful events, new ideas from the community, and our own vision for the future of our organization.
As an integral part of the community, we strive to provide opportunities to pick up a new skill or continue exploring one, or just participate in a creative and interesting workshop. All from introductory level to an advanced one, providing both a challenge and a spark of inspiration to explore the world of art.
Registration online when we have courses available
352 Stephen Street
Morden, MB
R6M 1T5
204-822-6026
info@pembinahillsarts.com
https://www.pembinahillsarts.com/
Pembina Pizazz- Synchronized Skating
This club promotes synchronized skating by allowing skaters to progress and achieve goals in a positive team atmosphere with hopes that they will develop never ending friendships and passion for the sport.
Contact: Pam Parker
204-822-5898
http://pembinapizzazz.tripod.com
Pembina Panthers Soccer Academy
Pembina Valley Panthers Soccer Academy focuses on developing excellent ball mastery in players as they gain an understanding of the game.
Ages 6-15
Contact: William Hoogerdijk
204-750-1743
pvpsocceracademy@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/Pembina-Valley-Panthers-Soccer-Academy-924523540897100/
Pembina Valley Rhythmic Gymnastics Club
Classes for girls ages 5-15. Gymnasts will learn skills with different pieces of hand apparatus- ropes, hoops, balls, scarves, and ribbons. Gymnasts will also focus on basic body movements including balancing, turning and jumping. A routine will be created to music and performed for the parents on the last day.
Classes are held on Monday evenings at Westside Community Church
Fall Session: Sept. 11-Oct. 23, 2023
Westside Church in Morden
Girls ages 5-7- 5:00-6:00
Girls ages 8 and up 6:00-7:00
Registration Fee: $80.00
To register please contact Lisa Merritt-Bell at lisamerrittbell@gmail.com or text 204-384-5236
Winter Session: January 8-February 12, 2024
(same as above)
Pembina Valley Community Yoga
Welcoming and accessible yoga classes for everyone. My classes offer gentle strengthening, stretching, balancing, and relaxation in a friendly and supportive environment. The focus is on mindful movement connected with effective breathing for mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
Program available for ages 14+
Contact Teri at 204-823-3031 or teressa.wilson@outlook.com for more information about fall classes starting September 12th.
Pembina Valley Yoga Collective
Pembina Valley Yoga Collective is an online space for Pembina Valley Yoga teachers and students to keep in touch, announce upcoming classes, locations and workshops.
Join the facebook group here: www.facebook.com/groups/177977446119475/
Royal Canadian Legion Branch #11
Royal Canadian Legion provides support to currant and former members of the Canadian Forces,RCMP and their families. We honour the sacrifice of all veterans in past wars and peace keeping missions by holding Remembrance Day and other ceremonies. Support community organizations and members through fundraising activities. Offers hall rentals and many club room events. Members and guests welcome.
Contact: Joan Forbes
204-822-4122
legion11@mymts.net
mordenlegion11.ca
Senior Curling Club
MORDEN SENIOR CURLING REGISTRATION
THURSDAY, SEPT 28, 7:00-8:00
327 2nd Street, Morden
Curl Mondays and/or Wednesdays
Oct 23 & 25 to Dec 20, 1:00-3:00
COST: $105 either day
Regular Curling (or use the stick)
Club makes up the teams
No experience necessary
Sign up to spare
More info: 204-823-3383 (Diane)
ALL ARE WELCOME
Shadow Valley Raceway
GPS Corordinates 49° 07’ 06.35” N 98° 08’ 38.69” W
Promoters are Peter Hoeppner (204) 822-3865 and Jememy HoeppnerDirections: From Rocks Bar & Grill in Morden, go approximately 9.6 km south on Highway 432. The road turns to gravel, then follow the curve west for 0.8 km and turn right into the tract entrance. (Large overhead sign) The track is approximately 2 hours south west of Winnipeg. Riding Times are Tuesday, Thursday & Friday from 5:00 pm to sunset. Riding Fees are $10.00/day or $100.00 per season for adults. Under 16 years old the fees are $5.00 per day or $50.00 per season.
https://www.204gmoto.com/shadow-valley-mx
facebook.com/Shadow-Valley-Mx-1810361482601514
Special Olympics Manitoba
Special Olympics offers child and youth programs designed to help children with an intellectual disability develop basic motor and sport skills through fun and positive movement experiences. Special Olympics promotes opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy, enhance skills and create friendships.
FUNdamentals (ages 7-12*)- A continuation of the Active Start program for young athletes with an intellectual disability ages 7 to 12. This program transitions from basic movement skills to basic sport and physical literacy skills while maintaining an atmosphere of fun and meaningful interaction.
* Children outside of the FUNdamentals age range will try to be accommodated as best as possible and you are encouraged to contact Courtney with any inquires and/or questions.
Contact: Courtney Yeo
204-806-4457
yeocourtneyc@gmail.com
www.specialolympics.mb.ca
facebook.com/SpecOManitoba
Sport Manitoba
Sport Manitoba’s services support the broad spectrum of sport to meet the needs of all Manitobans: from grassroots participation and community development to the highest levels of athlete and coach achievement.
Sport Manitoba Contacts:
Ashley Grose (Sport Administrative Coordinator)
204-925-5609 ashley.grose@sportmanitoba.ca
Iris Murray (Northern & Indigenous Programming)
204-679-6550 iris.murray@sportmanitoba.ca
Dustin Ehr (KidSport Manitoba Coordinator)
204-925-5911 KidSportMB@sportmanitoba.ca
South Central Youth Soccer
Volunteer based youth soccer program. It runs in May and June with mixed teams. The program involves travel to Elm Creek, Notre Dame, Winkler, Carman, Altona, Miami
Ages: 9-14
Contact: Nuno Sousa
(204) 823-2170
mordenscys@gmail.com
South Central Regional Library
(204)822-4092
Offers Preschool Story & Craft times; Lego Club (early dismissal Wednesdays) ; Adult book club; Author visits
Registration for programs is usually walk-in, will be posted in library or on socials if registration is required
Main website - https://scrl.mb.libraries.coop/
upcoming events calendar https://scrl.mb.libraries.coop/calendar/month/
Ukrainian United School
Ukrainian United School – is a Saturday after-hours school where we teach Ukrainian language, Ukrainian History, Ukrainian Culture and Traditions, Ukrainian dance, Ukrainian traditional Arts and all much more that Ukrainian Culture has!
Ukrainian United School is young and well known as one of 3 the most progressive Ukrainian Schools in Canada! We brake standards and borders! We love our students and teach better day after day, giving our students not just knowledge, but opportunity to reach higher goals and success!* For kids and adults (3 – 100+ years old)
* For Ukrainian and non-Ukrainian speakers
* Different groups according to your and your kids age and Ukrainian language level.Classes take place at 150 Wardrop St., Morden (Ecole Morden Middle School)
Contact: Yevgeniya Tatarenko
(204)823-3905
ukrunitedschool@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/UkrUnitedSchool
