Jess Jones Recreation Therapy Inc.

03/14/2026

To our community,

Thank you for showing up, for the conversations, the laughter, the curiosity, and the warmth you brought into the space. Seeing so many of you walk through the doors and experience the space together made this moment truly special for all of us.

What started as an idea is now a place filled with people, stories, and connections, and that’s because of you. We’re so grateful to be building this community together!

With gratitude,
The JJRT Team

A little reminder if you’ve been thinking about it:
Today is the last day to get 50% off our Annual Leisure Passes.
After today, the Annual Leisure Pass will still be available at 25% off until March 22. (The coupon code is : LEISURE25 )
https://www.jessjonesrecreationtherapy.ca/pricing-plans/list

Also, all 3L experiences like Watercolour Exploration led by Kristin .and.grounded.art and Stamp Carving workshop by Stevie start this week, don’t forget to enrol yourself, seats are filling up! Check out our Rec à Carte!: https://www.jessjonesrecreationtherapy.ca/recalacarte

And for our members, you’re already part of it! Just sign up and join the classes! They’re all included in your membership. https://www.jessjonesrecreationtherapy.ca/experiencesathelab

We’re really excited to see you all enjoying your favourite classes, connecting with the community, and maybe even sharing a cup of coffee and some fresh baked goods along the way.

03/13/2026

Ready or not.....here we come.

We have arrived. Tomorrow is the grand opening of our new centre The Leisure Learning Lab powered by Jess Jones Recreation Therapy Inc.

It feels surreal to be here - to be opening the very first leisure education and recreation therapy centre in all of Canada. It's wild to imagine we are the first, but hey, I'll accept the challenge.

I think the other thing that feels so magical is the opening a real cafe. I say real, because it's got its own magical vibe, its own Identity. It's central to the Lab. It's the hub of our centre. And, if know me, you know how much I love coffee, food and well, cooking and hospitality in general. So now, we have a home of our own that can serve the community delicious coffee, breakfast, lunch and pastries and desserts.

And then there is the art studio in all its glory. A full-sized art studio with the potential to create without limit; textiles, woodworking, painting, pottery......

Then there is our property that includes green space and concerte to host outdoor programs like Millennial Woman's Skateboarding, pickleball, co****le, washer toss, gardening, trail walking......

The education that can take place here. The fun game nights, cards, boardgames, it's endless.

Live music. Don't get me started on the live music. We want to put The Leisure Learning Lab into the map as a premier live music venue for North London. And with the help of our musician friends and community, I know it will be possible.

We also have a Curiosity Shop; a retail space for counter culture alternative wellness and the seed for Canada's 1st Rec therapy retail space.

Oh and don't forget our counselling programs. The opportunity to support our community with mental
Health through retreats, respite, out of the box programming.

there you have it. That's just the beginning.

Oh, tomorrow is the grand opening in case I forgot to mention it. 😉

I'll include the invitation for your reference 😀😀

I look forward to seeing you tomorrow and in the near future.

03/12/2026

I got a big portion of the mural done today. I'm super happy with it. And, in true Jess nature, I free handed the entire piece trying my best to make it feel less than perfect because it's within our imperfections that lies our beauty. This mural will attest to that while also representing leisure as the main character. 😄

Are you getting excited about our opening celebration?

❤️ Jess

03/10/2026

ONLY 2 DAYS until we open!!!! We are so excited!!

Check out our website for updates: https://www.jessjonesrecreationtherapy.ca/

03/09/2026

Coming soon to the neighborhood - Cafe at 3L ☕☕☕

Our new student Taylor from Fanshawe College Rec & Leisure Program got a first hand experience opening a new leisure education and Recreation therapy centre by helping us hand stamp 200 coffee sleeves and bakery bags. Gotta love all the parts of the job, eh?

Thank you to Taylor and the entire JJRT team for their dedication and focus as we zero in on our open house in collaboration with

Another big round of applause for the talent of who created our custom stamps! Of you're looking for your own stamp - message Stevie.

Net zero 3 days until the GRAND OPENING of the new JJRT centre. Can you feel it?

02/20/2026

A small date detour ✨
Join Kristin Reid for a guided movement practice on March 27th, focused on awareness, breathing, and nervous system regulation.

Please ignore the date listed on the poster. Thank you for flowing with us. We look forward to a calm, peaceful session together on the 27th.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/3fs55258

Starting March 27th, take a moment to move, breathe, and rest.

Join Kristin Reid, .and.grounded.art, for a guided movement practice each Friday morning focused on awareness, breathing, and nervous system regulation. This space isn’t about perfect poses or pushing your limits; it’s about moving in a way that feels supportive and steady. Whether you’re new to yoga or have an established practice, you’re welcome here. It’s a calm, low-pressure hour to reset, find a bit of headspace, and begin the month with intention and grace.

Program details:
Day and Date: Every week, Starting Friday, March 27th
Time: 10:00 am - 11: 00 am
Location: Jess Jones Recreation Therapy, 1535 N Routledge Park, London, ON N6H 5L6
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/2y2cnu5n

What might shift if you gave yourself one steady, unhurried hour, starting this March?

At the Leisure Learning Lab:
Access to 30+ programs per month at less than $5 per program if you are a member, with drop-ins available at $30. *Members also enjoy access to amenities like the board game café, silent pod booking space, café access, and so much more!

22 days left to become a member at 50% off!!

02/16/2026

This March 27th, use sound and breath to find a level of quiet that’s hard to reach on your own and experience how different tones can help settle your nervous system.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/4994wt3w

Join us for a Sound Bath with Kelly Edwards, , a gentle session where you’ll sit or lie down, listen to calming sounds, and follow simple breathing.

The vibrations and quiet pauses help your body relax, and your mind feel more settled. You can take a moment to reflect and bring that calm feeling into your everyday routine.

No experience needed. Just come as you are and enjoy a warm, welcoming space with a sense of community.

Program details:

Day and Date: Friday, March 27
Time: 7:00 pm - 9: 00 pm
Location: Jess Jones Recreation Therapy, 1535 N Routledge Park, London, ON N6H 5L6
Registration here: https://tinyurl.com/4994wt3w

At the Leisure Learning Lab:
Access to 30+ programs per month at less than $5 per program if you are a member, with drop-ins available at $30. *Members also enjoy access to amenities like the board game café, silent pod booking space, café access, and so much more!

26 days left to become a member at 50% off!!

02/13/2026

London, this one’s for you.

Where music plays, and conversations stay.
Where drumbeats rise, and laughter replies.
Where board games spark, and markets light the dark.

Fresh coffee brewing.
Warm baked goods waiting.
Stories unfolding.
New friendships in the making.

Quiet pods when you need space.
Open tables when you want to play.
Moments to learn.
Reasons to stay.

All-in-one welcoming place in Hyde Park, London!

From teens to seniors, neighbours and friends -
This is where the rush slows down
And the real connection begins.

Join us March 13 and 14
as we open our doors and open something more.

Let’s return to our roots,
where presence mattered more than pressure,
where people came before hustle culture.

A place to breathe.
A place to belong.
A place to be unapologetically YOU - all along.

London, let’s come back together.

RSVP below and join us!
https://forms.gle/mckz9EAYugYKt6QHA

www.jjrt.ca

02/10/2026

We're evolving, and this change is intentional.

You might notice we're moving from maroon into citron.

Maroon had weight and depth, but over time, it began to feel heavier than the message we want to share. Our work is about leisure, lightness, and carving out space to move at your own rhythm, edgy, unique, and unburdened.

Citron reflects this shift.
Open. Grounded. Full of life.

It's a reminder that leisure doesn't have to be hurried or planned. It's about noticing what it feels like to slow down, to pause, and to make space for yourself, and how that choice ripples beyond the moment.

We're not just changing a colour.
We're inviting you to experience this transition naturally, intentionally, and with curiosity.

Explore our programs at your own pace. Because leisure was never meant to feel heavy.

What would it feel like to give yourself permission to slow down today?

Have you downloaded our Rec A La Carte menu yet? https://www.jessjonesrecreationtherapy.ca/recalacarte

02/03/2026

Therapeutic Recreation changes lives.
But not enough people understand its impact.

February is Therapeutic Recreation Month, and this is an opportunity to make our field more visible.
This collection isn’t just for Recreation Therapists.
It’s for students, families, supporters, community partners, and anyone who believes leisure and inclusion matter.

We believe in the power of recreation to build confidence, connection, and well-being. Yet advocacy can sometimes feel abstract or hard to amplify.

That’s why we created this limited merch collection - to make advocacy simple, visible, and wearable.

When you wear it, you spark conversations.
You represent more than just the profession.
You help bring Therapeutic Recreation into everyday spaces.

Would you be ready to rep TR proudly?
Choose your style of resistance:
https://www.jessjonesrecreationtherapy.ca/category/all-products

02/02/2026

Being a student means life changes quickly.

Academic demands shift. Social dynamics evolve. Energy isn’t always predictable. And committing to something long-term can feel like too much when everything else is already in motion.

But having access to a supportive space still matters.
So, students, this curated leisure pass is for you!

This option is created for ages 13–25 who need flexibility while learning what works for them. It offers entry without heavy commitment, allowing space to test, adjust, and gradually build awareness of personal needs.

Growth rarely happens in a straight line.
Sometimes the first step is simply giving yourself permission to try.

If you’re in a phase of figuring things out, this access point meets you there - without pressure, without permanence, just possibility.

Click the link below to explore!
https://www.jessjonesrecreationtherapy.ca/pricing-plans/list

02/01/2026

Some seasons feel easier when someone is walking beside you.

Not because you can’t do it alone, but because shared structure makes showing up simpler. When two people understand the same environment, expectations, and pace, returning becomes effortless.

With Lab Partners, you and a friend, family member, or any partner can grow together with unlimited access to the full immersive experience. Extra “drop-in” sessions are also available at a curated price.

Support doesn’t always have to be solitary to be effective. If this is a season where steadiness is easier together, this pathway was designed with that in mind.

Click the link below to learn more!
https://www.jessjonesrecreationtherapy.ca/pricing-plans/list