Welcome to Maynard Education and Recreation Centre
Address:
14 Robert Road, Maitland, ON
Pickleball Contact: Heather Branchard
Email: bhbranchard@gmail.com
Facebook: Maynard Recreation
Township Contact:
Kathleen Cole
Parks, Recreation & Facilities Manager
(613) 925-4231 ext. 302
kcole@augusta.ca
About Maynard Recreation Centre
The Maynard Recreation Association was established in 1965 to operate “an athletic field and outdoor rink.” Since then, the volunteer‑run Association has expanded the site to include a community hall, a baseball diamond with lights, and soccer fields.
They also host a softball league for children ages 3–19, including BlastBall, a program designed to introduce young children to the basic fundamentals of softball.
Thanks to funding from the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), the Association recently created a multifunctional, year‑round recreation space. This project converted outdated
tennis/ball hockey courts into new tennis and pickleball courts and
added a new outdoor ice/roll hockey rink.
Hall Features
The not‑for‑profit Maynard Recreation Centre is normally open for public rental for small functions. The building includes:
Indoor Amenities:
- Fully accessible building
- Tables and chairs
- Washroom facilities
- Small kitchen with:
- Fridge
- Stove
- Sink and cupboards
Hall Capacity: 40
Important: Alcohol is not permitted in the centre.
Update: The recreation centre building is currently not available for rental due to required renovations. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Other Maynard Amenities
Maynard offers a variety of outdoor recreation facilities for residents and visitors:
A baseball diamond equipped with lighting for evening games. The Augusta Minor Ball hosts a children’s softball league for ages 3–19, including BlastBall for young beginners.
Thanks to FedDev Ontario funding, the former tennis/ball hockey
courts were fully revitalized and expanded into a modern
multi‑sport court area. The upgraded space now includes:
- Multiple tennis and pickleball courts designed for seasonal use
- New playing surfaces that improve traction, safety, and accessibility
- Updated fencing and court layout to support both recreational play and organized programs
- Space for casual drop‑in use, family play, and community‑run activities
These improvements have created a vibrant hub for racquet sports, offering residents and visitors more opportunities to stay active and enjoy outdoor recreation throughout the year.
A newly constructed outdoor rink provides a versatile, year‑round recreation space for the community.
During the winter months (weather permitting), the rink is ideal for:
- Casual family skating
- Pickup hockey games
- Shinny for all ages
- Community skate days or themed skate nights
In the warmer seasons, the surface transitions into a roll hockey and multi‑sport area suitable for:
- Roll hockey and ball hockey
- Skating and scooter practice
- Fitness activities such as agility drills or group warm‑ups
- Youth programs and skill‑building sessions
- Informal games like tag, obstacle courses, or relay races
This flexible space encourages active play, skill development, and community connection throughout the entire year.
A community park is located on-site, featuring an accessible swing designed for caregivers and children to swing together, supporting inclusive play for families of all abilities.
Additional Information
For more information about Maynard facilities, amenities, and programming, please contact Parks, Recreation and Facilities Manager.
