Recreation Access

Recreation Access / Passes

• Recreation for People with Disabilities

  Delta Parks, Recreation & Culture encourages people of all ability levels to use our facilities. Recognizing that some people require assistance:

  • The Programmer for People with Disabilities coordinates volunteers and specialized programming, assists with decision-making and provides information and resources for people with disabilities and their caregivers.
  • Admission is free for a person who accompanies a patron with special needs to assist their participation in drop-in and registered programs.
  • Where possible, all patrons attend the same classes and receive the same services.
  • Specialty programs are offered for children 4-12 years of age who do better in a smaller group or with adaptations not possible in a regular class:
    • Contact the Programmer for People with Disabilities to discuss specific needs and set up a participant support profile prior to registration.
    • Each child learns at their own pace with volunteer assistance, as required.
    • Adapted Aquatics swim lessons are varied to break down skills and set realistic goals
    • Specialty Skate lessons have lower student to teacher ratio, a quieter setting, and varied goals for learning.
  • Individual activities and group programs for people of all ages can be tailored for specific interests and needs.
  • Adaptive equipment (e.g. sledges for hockey at arenas, specialized fitness equipment in weight rooms, lifts and water wheelchairs) are available at specified facilities.

  Accessibility Features and Adaptive Equipment

  For information on accessibility features and adaptive equipment at Delta Parks, Recreation & Culture facilities, refer to the specific Indoor Facility listings, or call directly.

  Volunteers

  We are always looking for people who would like to volunteer for people with disabilities.

  To contact the Programmer for People with Disabilities, please email or call 604-946-3288.

• Affordable Options

  Several programs offer opportunities to those who cannot afford to pay:

  Leisure Access Assistance Program

  The City of Delta’s Leisure Access Assistance Program allows eligible, low-income Delta residents (individuals or families) to access drop-in land & aquatic fitness classes, weight room sessions, public swims, open gyms, and public skating. The Leisure Access Assistance Program determines eligibility for recreation and leisure subsidy based on the family net income as defined by the Canada Revenue Agency. For more information regarding the Leisure Access Assistance Program, please email or contact 604-946-3298.

  JumpStart

  Canadian Tire generously provides a fund that allows Delta children aged 5 to 17 years to access 'active' programs and services. JumpStart may be used for sports team registration, private activity programs, and programs of Boys and Girls Club/Community Services of Delta and Parks, Recreation and Culture. Participants may request specific programs or ask for advice to make best use of JumpStart. Families may pay a portion of the fee and less expensive alternatives may be suggested dependent upon numbers of requests and funding available. The program is administered by Boys and Girls Clubs of South Coast BC in cooperation with Delta Parks, Recreation and Culture. Call 604-591-9262 or email jumpstart@bgccs.bc.ca for more information.

  KidSport

  The KidSport Fund is the charitable arm of Sport BC that provides grants to individual children aged 6 to 18 whose families cannot afford sport registration fees and would otherwise not be able to participate in a season of sport.

  To be eligible for KidSport funding, the local sport organization must be a member of Sport BC through a provincial sport organization. To find out which sports are members, please review our list of supported provincial sport organizations found on the KidSport Website. Applications must be received prior to or during the requested season of sport. Preference is given to athletes being introduced to organized sport.  KidSport Delta is pleased to be able to assist up to $500 per athlete per calendar year. For more information, contact KidSport Delta at kidsportdelta@gmail.com.

  Eric Ripplinger Memorial Fund for Swim Lessons

  Complete or partial funding is available for children six months to twelve years of age to learn how to swim in Delta Parks, Recreation and Culture lesson sets at any Delta pool. Please call 604-946-3298 or email access@delta.ca for more information.

  Eric Ripplinger was born March 1988 but sadly drowned at age two and a half. A trust fund was created by his parents and friends to fund swim lessons for Delta children who might not otherwise be able to take them. The City of Delta thanks the Ripplinger family for this generous support.

• Accessibility Support Program - Volunteer for People with Disabilities

  Delta's Accessibility Support Program (formerly Leisure Friend Program) recruits, trains and places volunteers who assist those with disabilities to participate in recreation activities. Volunteers are matched based on availability, skill level, and interest, and may work with children or adults. Volunteers receive free admission to facilities when assisting a person with a disability.

  Requirements

  • New volunteers are required to attend an interview
  • Volunteers will be screened through an interview, criminal record search, and reference checks
  • Volunteers are scheduled according to availability and skills
  • Applicants must be 14 years of age or older

  If you would like to volunteer for the Accessibility Support Program, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at 604-946-3288 or by email.

• Facility Admission Card

  All patrons will be given a Facility Admission Card to make the check in process for all drop-in programs at Delta Park, Recreation & Cultures facilities a smooth process. To obtain a Facility Admission Card, patrons are required to follow the City of Delta’s Address Verification process and agree to Delta’s Code of Conduct. 

  Patrons under the age of 18 years will require a parent or guardian to be present for the initial visit in order to have all accurate information and emergency contact information their account. 

  The Facility Admission Card:

  • Information is held in the strictest of confidence by the Municipality.
  • Information is only used to ensure the health and safety of patrons.
  • Must be scanned by patrons whenever they use Delta's facilities for pre-registered or in-person admission. 
  • Takes only a few minutes to set up and produce, including taking a photograph.

  Code of Conduct

  The City of Delta wants to ensure that your visit to any Delta facility is an enjoyable experience.  Delta has a Code of Conduct whereby all patrons are expected to behave in an appropriate manner and be respectful of each other, our staff, and our facilities.

  There is a zero tolerance for inappropriate behaviour, which includes:

  • Offensive Language
  • Unsafe Actions
  • Loitering
  • Damage/Vandalism/Theft/Littering
  • Disregarding Facility Rules
  • Being Under the Influence of Drugs and/or Alcohol
  • Fighting/Bullying and/or Harassment

  Failure to comply with the Code of Conduct may result in suspension or expulsion from future participation and use of programs and services. Depending on the severity of the incident, a further ban from all City facilities may be imposed.

   Frequently Asked Questions about the Facility Admission Card

  • Why do I need this card?

    To ensure everyone has an enjoyable and safe experience. To ensure all patrons know and understand the Code of Conduct and terms of use while in Delta facilities.

  • I am a visitor to Delta; do I need a Facility Admission Card?

    If you live outside of British Columbia and do not plan to return to a Delta facility, a one-time admission will be granted without a Facility Admission Card. 

  • If I do not bring my identification when I go to these facilities, can I go in anyway?

    An account will be created for you. If you are a Delta resident, you will have 3 weeks to provide proof of residency (accepted documents include Drivers License, BC Services Card, property tax notice, Delta utility bill, or BC Assessment notice). If you are a non-resident, verification is not required.

  • What about people who do not speak English or have language barriers?

    For first-time visits, it’s recommended that patrons bring someone who can help interpret so they can comfortably provide the information needed to create their Facility Admission Card. While many Delta staff members speak a variety of languages, availability of specific language support may vary. Bringing an interpreter can help ensure a smooth and positive experience.

  • What about people under guardianship or who cannot act for themselves?

    Delta respects the privacy of all people who require others to act in their behalf. Where possible, a family member or guardian should attend with a patron who has barriers to self-determination. An appointment can be made to meet with a manager if privacy is a concern.

• Youth Weight Room Orientation

  This free, 15-minute orientation is available for patrons 13 years old and up, and includes a guided tour of the weight room, as well as a review of weight room etiquette and code of conduct.

  Youth 13-15 years old are required to complete an orientation during their first weight room session. A completed PARQ+ form signed by a parent or guardian is required to participate in the registered session.

  For more information about orientations, please email: fitness@delta.ca.

• Gymworks Pass or PacificSport Pass

  This pass is part of a provincial program with PacificSport (the BC branch of the Canadian Sport Institute), which allows free access for provincially and nationally carded athletes to Sungod Recreation Centre, Ladner Leisure Centre, South Delta Recreation Centre and Winskill Aquatic and Fitness Centre. 

  • Available to Delta residents only (proof of residency required)
  • Valid PacificSport credentials must be provided