Sports & Recreation in Englehart: Your Complete Guide for Youth, Families & Active Lifestyles

If you're looking for sports in Englehart, youth activities, or affordable recreation programs, you’re in the right place. Englehart might be a small town in Northern Ontario, but it’s packed with opportunities for kids, teens, and adults to stay active all year long.

PAID YOUTH PROGRAMS IN ENGLEHART

🏒 Englehart Minor Hockey

A long-respected program offering hockey opportunities for youth of all ages. Players benefit from a strong volunteer system, competitive play, and a tight community culture.

⚽ Timbits Youth Soccer (U4–U13) – ENGLEHART

Englehart offers Timbit Youth Soccer, a seasonal program for children ages U4 to U13, hosted at the Englehart Public School fields. It’s a fun, beginner-friendly way for young athletes to learn teamwork, coordination, and the basics of soccer in a welcoming environment. For more information, go to their facebook page!

🏀 Temiskaming Thunder Englehart Youth Leagues (Grades 1–8)

Our co-ed Youth Leagues offer Englehart kids the chance to learn basketball in a fun, positive environment.Location: Englehart High SchoolSeason: Fall–WinterWho Can Join: Boys & Girls, Grades 1–8We focus on confidence, skills, teamwork — and thanks to local sponsors, these programs remain among the region’s most affordable.

FREE COMMUNITY SPORTS & DROP-IN PROGRAMS (ENGLEHART HIGH SCHOOL)

Hosted by the Town of Englehart Recreation Team in partnership with Planet Youth Timiskaming (Central Action Team), Englehart offers a growing lineup of free, accessible activities for youth and adults. These programs give families consistent, reliable options for staying active during the week.

🏀 Tuesday Night Basketball — 7:00–9:00 PM

Drop-in basketball for teens and adults. Great for shooting around, scrimmages, or casual play.

🏸 Wednesday Night Badminton — 5:30–7:00 PM

All-ages, family-friendly badminton night. No experience necessary.

🏐 Wednesday Night Volleyball — 7:00–9:00 PM

A fun indoor volleyball session open to teens, adults, and families.

🌟 A Huge Shoutout to Planet Youth Timiskaming, & the Town of Englehart Recreation Department

Englehart’s growing recreation scene wouldn’t be possible without the combined efforts of Planet Youth Timiskaming, the Central Action Team, and the Town of Englehart Recreation Team. Together, they’ve brought a coordinated series of free activities, sports nights, workshops, and youth-focused events to our community — all at no cost to families.

This partnership supports:

• Floating Youth Hubs (learn more here)

• Weekly drop-in sports

• Parent Cafés (Learn more here)

• Rotating activity nights

• Community wellness initiatives

Their teamwork is creating safe, inclusive, and engaging spaces where Englehart youth can stay active, social, and supported. 👉 The Planet Youth Timiskaming Activity Calendar will be embedded here so families can stay updated on upcoming activities in Englehart, New Liskeard, and Kirkland Lake.

☀️ SEASONAL SPORTS & RECREATION IN ENGLEHART

Englehart has no shortage of outdoor spaces and seasonal programs perfect for families and youth.

🏀 Outdoor Basketball Courts

Located behind Englehart High School. Free and open to the community.

🏐 Outdoor Beach Volleyball Court

Also behind the high school — great for casual summer games.

⚽️ Outdoor Soccer Field & Running Track

A well-maintained space for soccer, conditioning, or family play.

🛝 Englehart Kids’ Parks

Multiple playgrounds are available across Englehart for younger families.

🌲 Kap-Kig-Iwan Provincial Park

A local favourite for:

• Hiking & walking trails

• Cross-country skiing

• Snowshoeing

• Scenic views & waterfalls

Englehart Nordic Ski Club

Based inside Kap-Kig-Iwan, run by dedicated volunteers, offering groomed winter ski trails. Cross-country skiing and snowshoes in the winter available for rent!

⚾ BASEBALL & SLOWPITCH IN ENGLEHART

Englehart boasts two fully equipped baseball diamonds with lighting, washrooms, a pavilion, and a concession booth.

Adult Slowpitch League

Season runs late May–late August. Recreational, community-focused, and a local favourite.

Youth Slow Pitch

Stay informed through their Facebook page

⚽ SEASONAL YOUTH SOCCER (U4–U13)

Hosted at the Englehart Public School fields. More information

🏒 OLDTIMERS HOCKEY (AGE 35+)

A non-competitive hockey league for adults 35+ running from October to March.Pick-up style, great for staying active and social.

🏆 ANNUAL TOURNAMENTS IN ENGLEHART

Todd Mitchell Memorial Tournament | Facebook

Held each March.2026 Dates: March 26–28Registration opens in January.

Englehart Slo-Pitch Tournament | Facebook

Typically held the weekend of September 5, 6 & 7.

Englehart Golf Invitational | Facebook

Hosted by the Englehart Curling Club each June.

Annual Mixed Bonspiel — Englehart Curling Club | Facebook

Usually in February.

Annual Ladies Bonspiel — Englehart Curling Club | Facebook

Typically in January.

Annual Men’s Bonspiel — Englehart Curling Club | Facebook

Also typically hosted in January.

🥌 ENGLEHART CURLING CLUB

One of Englehart’s most active sports hubs, offering year-round curling opportunities:

• Men’s League

• Ladies League

• Mixed League

• Men’s Night & Ladies Night

• Learn-to-Curl sessions

• Youth curling opportunities

• Annual bonspiels & community events

A welcoming environment for all ages — from brand-new beginners to competitive curlers. Learn more on their Facebook page here!

💪 PAID LOCAL FACILITIES

24-Hour Gym Access

Local gyms in the area offer full 24/7 access for flexible training with valid membership.

Englehart Arena

Public skating, hockey events, open ice, and winter programming.

Learn more about these facilities on the Town of Englehart Website here.

📱 STAY CONNECTED — FOLLOW THESE PAGES

• Englehart Recreation & Events Facebook Group: https://www.englehart.ca/p/recreation-services-facilities

• Englehart Curling Club: https://www.facebook.com/englehart.curlingclub

• Town of Englehart Recreation Website:https://www.englehart.ca/p/recreation-services-facilities

• Englehart Minor Hockey Association:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495460670698046

• Englehart Adult Slo-Pitch League:https://www.facebook.com/englehartslopitch

• Youth Soccer: https://www.facebook.com/groups/125810326892123/

• Youth Slow Pitch:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092585051533&mibextid=LQQJ4d

🏀 Supporting Youth Sports in Englehart

As Englehart continues to grow its recreation offerings, we’re proud to support local youth with accessible basketball programming through our Youth Leagues and Rep Teams. If your child is looking to try a new sport or become part of a supportive team environment, we’d love to have them join the Thunder family.