Elgin West Community Centre & Pool — Kid-friendly Birthdays & Events in Richmond Hill, Ontario
- Ages all ages
- Indoor
- Rainy-day OK
Elgin West Community Centre & Pool is a great indoor option for families looking for recreation and swimming fun in Richmond Hill.
What to expect
This community centre features a public swimming pool, making it a perfect spot for a family swim or to cool off during warmer months. As a recreation centre, it offers various activities and spaces that can accommodate different age groups, providing a well-rounded experience for visitors.
Best for
Ideal for families seeking an accessible indoor activity for a fun and active outing.
What parents say
Realtor Betty
I must commend on the support and professionalism that the staff at the management office, including the coordinator of certain programs which I am participating in. Thank you to such a wonderful team at this community centre.
Ma Mov
Lovely stuff and great variety of classes.My son was attended for summer camp as well soccer and dance classes!
Kevin park
2025-3-30
Building itself is showing age, but staff & programs are all good. I go here for Pickleball and badminton. I will try the hiking trail when it gets warm.
d T
2025-6-28
We rent the Full basketball court for weekly runs. Floors are nice and clean, glass backboard, spacious sideline/walls/baseline. Padded walls at the baseline in case you drive hard and find yourself out of space. Staff are friendly. Can't ask for more.
Michael Brocco
Normally, I don’t review community centres, but I felt it was important to share my experience at Elgin West in Richmond Hill. I’ve been there with Autism Ontario—though I can’t recall the exact year—and I’ve noticed a few issues that stand out. The main problem with this place is that it often feels overcrowded, especially during the summer camp programs. There are children roaming around the area, and at times, it seems like there’s a lack of structure in how activities are organized. I know management has tried to make improvements, but unfortunately, it hasn’t made much of a difference. One positive feature is the large playground—it’s definitely a nice addition for families. However, I do have some concerns about the summer camp itself. Based on both my own observations and other reviews I’ve seen, there have been times when a staff member isolated a child or was one-on-one with a child without any activity happening. That kind of situation could make a child feel left out or bored, and it’s something that management should take seriously. The facilities could also use some attention. The change rooms are quite small and cluttered, and the showers sometimes fluctuate between hot and cold, which can be frustrating.
