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Recreation & Leisure Services

The Recreation and Leisure industry offers rewarding and challenging career opportunities that provide recreation programs for all ages.

Program Highlights
-Four month placement (locally, provincially, across Canada or in an international setting)
-Advanced Standing (Post Grad Studies) with placement option
-Degree Option (Transfer to various Universities)
-Planning and implementing programs within the community
-Field trips for hands-on learning

Skills
You will become skilled in how to be a leader, how to manage and develop recre

ation programs, do marketing, manage human resources, plan and conduct research, special event management and facilities operations. Besides these managerial skills, you'll need to be able to work at the grassroots level to bring appropriate recreational and leisure programming to the community. Training in community development, leisure and lifestyle enhancement, and inclusive recreation are important aspects of your program. To top off your studies in the "how" and "why" of recreation and leisure services, and tailor your learning to your career interest, you'll put it all into practice with a semester-long placement at the end of your program. Placement
You'll work with community-based agencies (of your choice) on real -- not simulated -- recreation/leisure projects. This will be valuable learning for later, when you're looking for a job. Your placement could be working with youth at risk, with seniors, in outdoor education programs, fitness organizations/centres, children's programs, schools, resorts or municipal settings. There are few limitations as to where you can do your placement. For example, Fleming has a unique partnership with the Resort, Recreation and Tourism Management Student Internship Program in the United States that students can take advantage of--you can work as an activity coordinator at a resort or prepare for a career on a cruise ship. Job titles include:
recreation specialist, recreation sports analyst, team/club program coordinator, activities assistant/director, sports and leisure consultant, community recreation consultant, fitness coordinator, outdoor education programmer, special event coordinator, youth programmer, and parks and facility coordinator. Organizations that have hired our grads include:
-Boys and Girls clubs in Lindsay and in London, Ontario
-City of Ottawa Recreation Department
-City of Peterborough Recreation Division
-Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre
-City of Kawartha Lakes
-Queen Street Mental Health Centre, Toronto
-Seneca College Outdoor Recreation Program
-numerous hospitals and seniors' residences throughout Ontario.

09/07/2016

It was great to see as many people at orientation as there was! Hoping that all your questions got answered and it was a day well spent. Good luck to everyone on their first day of classes!

08/15/2016

It’s almost that time of year again; time to get ready and excited for school! Orientation is coming up for our first year students on September 6th while the second year students gear up for their last year in the Recreation Program. Everyone should be checking their emails for important information regarding the start of your school year! Hope everyone has been enjoying their summer and getting excited for this coming year at Fleming!

12/12/2015

This group of Students are starting their own princess for hire business, specializing in children's birthday parties. Send them an email now to book a time and date to have Elsa, Anna, and Sven from the hit Movie "Frozen" attend your child's birthday Party.
Email Kelly, Fiona, and Leah to book your next princess themed party at [email protected]

12/09/2015

The Fleming Recreation & Leisure Services program reached out to seniors in the community to help spread some Christmas cheer. This group of students organized a Christmas Tree decorating contest followed by a Tea & coffee social at Applewood Manor, which was enjoyed by many of the residents.

11/30/2015

Thinking of continuing your education after college?

We are fortunate to have an agreement with Brock University that grants 6.5 transfer credits to graduates of the Recreation and Leisure Services program at Fleming College who have a cumulative average of 75% or higher. You have the option of completing either a 15.0 credit general pass degree in Recreation & Leisure Studies or a 20.0 credit honors degree in one of community, outdoor or therapeutic recreation.

If you’re a current grade 12 student in an Ontario high school, you must apply to Brock before January 13, 2016 for equal consideration. Not sure how to apply?

11/29/2015

In the Recreation and Leisure Services Program, you will have the opportunity to challenge yourself and discover new activities. During an overnight stay at Kinark Outdoor center the second year RLS students explored several kinds of high rope courses.

09/16/2015

Last week, the graduating Recreation and Leisure class of 2016 traveled to Kinark Outdoor Centre to catch up and practice their outdoor recreation skills. They enjoyed everything from Canoeing, to a high ropes course. All second year and advanced standing students will be provided with the opportunity to attend a trip to Kinark in the first week of school.

09/08/2015

Today is Orientation day at Fleming College and we welcome the graduating class of 2017! All of the first year Recreation and Leisure students can look forward to an overnight stay at Ganaraska Forest centre. Be sure to check your college emails and stay in contact with your professors for further details.

08/15/2015

Be sure to check your "MyCampus" Portal for your schedules and for any important emails regarding the start of the new school year. Your professors will regularly send you emails about course content and upcoming field trips.

07/17/2015

Today is the last "Welcome Day" at the Sutherland campus for new students! These days are designed to help make your transition to Fleming College easier. You can:
- Get your Student Photo ID
- Buy a meal plan
- Buy your books and rent a locker
- Arrange for parking
- Take a campus tour
And much more. Enjoy the day, see you in September!

07/01/2015

Happy Canada Day! Recreation and Leisure Services graduates can work in municipal governments, planning the Canada Day events that you enjoy today. This includes planning, organizing, and implementing community events in collaboration with local organizations.

06/29/2015

Some evaluations are based on participation, teamwork, and community building. Recreation and leisure is a hands-on program and is practiced at Fleming College through actively participating in class presentations.

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Peterborough, ON
K9J7B1

Website

http://flemingcollege.ca/programs/recreation-and-leisure-services

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