Recreational Swim and Lap Swim
Whether you swim for your health or just enjoy open pool time, our hubs offer a range of times to fit aquatics into your routine. Drop in for lane swim to do some laps or visit for recreational swim to enjoy pool fun! Various toys or slides may be available. Visit our West Portage or South hubs for family fun with the waterslides.
Aquatic Admission Guidelines
Minimum height requirements are site-specific. Children 7 years of age and under will not be allowed entry into the pool unless accompanied by a Parent/Guardian/Caregiver at a ratio of 1 Parent/Guardian/Caregiver to 4 children.
Children 7 years and under
Children 7 years and under who cannot swim:
- Must be accompanied by a Parent/Guardian/Caregiver at a ratio of 1:4.
- Parent/Guardian/Caregiver must be within arm’s reach of the child(ren).
- Are restricted to the shallow end.
- Must wear a Lifejacket/PFD (Personal Floatation Device) unless the ratio is 1:1.
Children 7 years and under who can swim:
- Upon demonstration of swimming ability may enter the pool without a Lifejacket/PFD.
- Must be accompanied by a Parent/Guardian/Caregiver at a ratio of 1:4.
- Parent/Guardian/Caregiver must be within arm’s reach of the children.
The on-site Swim Lesson Supervisor/Lifeguard has the right to prevent access to any part of the pool or the Aquatic Centre in its entirety should there be any safety concerns regarding the patron’s use of the facility.
Children 8 years and older
Children 8 years and older who do not meet the height requirements and cannot swim:
- Must be accompanied by a Parent/Guardian/Caregiver at a ratio of 1:4.
- Parent/Guardian/Caregiver must be within arm’s reach of the children.
- Are restricted to the shallow end.
- Must wear a Lifejacket/PFD unless the ratio is 1:1.
Children 8 years and older who do not meet the height requirement but can swim:
- Upon demonstration of swimming ability may enter the pool without a Lifejacket/PFD.
- Children 8 years and older who meet the height requirement and cannot swim:
- Are restricted to the shallow end.
- A Lifejacket/PFD is optional.
The on-site Swim Lesson Supervisor/Lifeguard has the right to prevent access to any part of the pool or the Aquatic Centre in its entirety should there be any safety concerns regarding the patron’s use of the facility.