There are many varied leisure activites in the Bedford area. Bedford's recreation is implemented two ways. The HRM Recreation Department implements programs and activities. There are also many separate organizations that work in cooperation with the recreation department but have their own coaches, volunteers and executive. These organizations have their own contact people and have their own registrations. To find a contact person a good starting point is calling Bedford Recreation 902-490-4664. At the bottom of this page there is list of some of the sports organizations in Bedford.
Bedford has all types of sports available to it's residents. From basketball to lawn bowling there is something for everyone.


Range Park Above- Baseball, soccer and track

Ice Sports
Bedford has few indoor sports facilites but it does have it's own rink at the Lebrun Center. This rink is located in the middle of the community. Hockey, Ringette, Figure Skating and public skates are very popular in the area. The Bedford Minor Hockey Assocaition and Bedford Ringette Association run quality programs and have large memberships.

Sailing
Bedford is definitely a sailing community. It's location on the shores of the Bedford Basin is ideal for the sport. The community has it's own yacht club and marina. The Bedford Yacht Club offers sailing lessons in the summer for all levels.

Swimming
Bedford has two outdoor swiming pools at the Lions Park. These heated pools are open from late June to Late August and are open to the public. Swimming lessons are offered here during the summer months.The location is spectacular with both pools overlooking the Bedford Basin. Bedford has a competitive summer swim team called the Bedford Beavers Swim Team. This team has hosted several Provincial swim meets and many of it's members have won numerous competitons. There is also swimming at Paper Mill Lake where lessons are taught in the summer months.
Bedford does not have it's own indoor pool but Bedford residents use the pool at the Sackville Sports Stadium in Lower Sackville about 5 kilometers from Bedford and other pools located in metro such as Dalplex and Dartmouth Sportplex . Lawn Bowling
Bedford has it's own lawn bowling facility. This has become a very popular sport in the community particularly with the seniors. Lawn bowling is available from late spring through the summer months. A yearly registration fee is payable to become a member of this club. Phone Bedford Recreation for contact information. 902-490-4664.

Golf
T here are no golf courses in Bedford but there are many a shor t drive away. There are good golf courses in Halifax ( Ashburn), Dartmouth( Brightwood and Grandview), Beaverbank(Lost Creek) and Hammonds Plains ( Glen Arbour) and many more located 30-60 minutes away.
See the Nova Scotia Golf Association website for details on courses in and around the area.

Gymnastics
Gymnastic instruction is not available in Bedford itself but is offered a few miles away in Lower Sackville. Taiso Gymnastic Club offers an excellent program for children of all ages. Call 902-865-8798.

Skiing
There are no ski hills in Bedford but there are two hills not far away. Martock ski hill is located in Windsor, Nova Scotia which is only a 30 minute drive away.  Wentworth ski hill is located in the Wentworth Valley in Nova Scotia. It is located a little farther away about 70 minutes away but it is a larger hill with more runs.

Dancing
Dancing is popular in the Bedford area. There are dance classes offered primarily by a private dance academy located in Sunnyside Mall in Bedford but some dance is offered by the recreation department. To find out more phone Maritime Dance Academy at 902-835-5776. For more information on other dance opportunities in the metro area go the the DANS website.

Music Lessons
All types of music lessons are available in the Bedford area. The Canadian Conservatory of Music is located in Bedford and offers lessons in most instruments. This company is owned and operated as part of Musicstop which is HRM's largest supplier of musical instruments. You can phone the Canadian Conservatory of Music for more information at 902-496-6986.
Many individuals also offer lessons in their home with such groups as Music For Young Children.

Sports and Leisure Organizations for the Bedford Area

Bedford Minor Basketball
Bedford Minor Hockey
Bedford Minor Baseball
Bedford Soccer Association
Bedford Ringette
Bedford Beavers Swim Team
Bedford Minor Football.
Bedford Yacht Club
Bedford Skating Club
Bedford Lawn Bowling Club