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Strong Body. Stronger Mind.

Share the benefits of fitness with family and friends. Seniors and full-time Students receive 50% off adult rates. Memberships can be cancelled at any time. Fee applies.

Pre-requisite needed for Fitness and Health Centre (FHC) memberships under 16 years.

Purchase your membership online

Memberships

Membership Types and Fees

All membership fees are contained in the Town's Fee By-Law approved each year by Town Council. 

Membership Fees listed below are effective January 1 to December 31, 2026.

Fees do not include tax, if applicable.

Membership Type

*One month

Annual

Swim & Skate

$25.70

$287.60

Fitness & Health Centre

$45.90

$514.90

Group Fitness

$40.50

$453.20

Squash

$39.70

$444.20

Combo (all-inclusive)

$52.20

$585.10

Seniors and Full-time Students receive 50% discount on above rates.

*Some restrictions apply

Purchase your membership online! 

Please read the membership regulations.

Recreation Financial Assistance is available.

For additional information call 905-427-8811 or 905-428-7711.

Family Active Memberships

Family Active - $109.99 per month ($1,319.90 per year)

  • Up to four individuals
  • Includes access to two Fitness & Health Centre, Core Performance Zone, Group Fitness Classes and Squash.
  • Minimum 13 years old (13-15 years must complete the Teen Weight Training program).
  • Unlimited swimming and skating during designated times.
  • Must reside at the same address.
  • Children 12 and under receive a Swim & Skate membership.
  • Add on $41.20/yr for each additional child.
  • Family Active options are available as Annual Memberships only.

 Family Swim & Skate - $33.28 per month ($399.30 per year)

  • Up to five individuals (max. two adults).
  • Unlimited swimming and skating during designated times.
  • Must reside at the same address.
  • Add on $41.20/yr for each additional child on an Annual Membership.
  • Family Swim & Skate option available as Annual Membership only.

 Spouse/Partner - 10% discount (new members only).

  • Add a second new Annual Adult Membership to current Annual Adult Membership.

Please read the membership regulations.

ARC Performance Pass

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A one month ARC Performance Pass is just $32 (+tax, ID and access card not included). Gain access to the Town’s dynamic and versatile fitness experience today!

Perfect for all fitness abilities, the space features a Core Performance Zone complete with Synrgy™ System ideal for dynamic small group training, sports conditioning and functional full body workouts.

Additional benefits include:

  • Public and lane swims at ARC
  • Drop-in group fitness classes at ARC (excl. Aqua Fitness)
  • Access to FitnessOnDemand™ - one of the industry’s most diverse fitness video libraries. Hundreds of digital fitness workouts available at your fingertips
  • Space is supervised by professional and certified staff
  • Access to member change rooms

Please read the membership regulations.

Visit a recreation community centre Customer Service Desk to purchase your pass!

Grade 5 Action Pass

Get Your Free Grade 5 Action Pass

The Grade 5 Action Pass gives all Grade 5 students in Durham Region access to free public swimming, free public skating and free drop-in programs (programs vary by recreation centre).

Getting your Grade 5 Action Pass is Easy

1. Beginning September 2, 2025, visit any Town of Ajax community recreation centre (Ajax Community Centre, Audley Recreation Centre, or McLean Community Centre) or any participating recreation centre in Durham Region. For a full list visit: durham.ca/physicalactivity

2. Bring proof of address and student's date of birth.

3. Use your pass, as often as you want, at any of the participating recreation centres from September 2, 2025 to September 6, 2026.
For more information, contact Durham Health Connection Line: 905-668-2020 or 1-800-841-2729 or visit durham.ca/physicalactivity 

Member News & Exclusives

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Club 100: H.I.I.T your targets for 2026

Reach a minimum of 100 workouts in 2026 to be part of the Club 100. You'll also win a prize! Track your workouts using our online workout tracker to submit your workout dates or by printing the Club 100 tracking sheet.

Group Fitness Spring Social

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Group Fitness Spring Social

Thank you to all members who attended the Group Fitness Afternoon Tea on April 30. We had over 115 members in attendance! It was a lively afternoon of refreshments, music and connecting with Group Fitness friends. 

"The luncheon was amazing, loved it. It was nice to actually talk to people you don’t get to talk to during the class and talk to the instructors. The food was delicious." – Debbie H.

"It is nice to get together and spend quality time with the fitness instructors, friends and also meeting new friends." – Rosy S.
BingoFit

 Member Gwendolyn receives a bag and water bottle as part of the March BingoFit incentiveMember Rosina wins tennis racket and ball during BingoFit incentiveMember Sylvia wins a soccer ball during the BingoFit incentiveMember James wins the grand prize kit during the BingoFit incentive 

BingoFit

Thank you to all members who participated in our March BingoFit incentive. Over 100 completed BingoFit cards were received. Congratulations to our 20 draw winners! Prize winners are being contacted for your prize pick-up location.

"I really enjoyed trying the different activities and it helped me stay motivated for the month. I really enjoyed the BingoFit!" - Cathie C.