Outdoor Pool

Toddlers (under 3 years of age)

We offer a variety of swimming programs for toddlers under the age of three. These programs are a great way to get your child comfortable in the water.  All programs are exempt from HST.

Preschool programs (3 to 6 years of age)

We have a variety of swimming programs for children between the ages of 3 and 6. Swimming lessons are divided by ability and this is a great program to introduce your child to basic swimming and strokes.  All programs are exempt from HST.

Youth programs ( 5 years and older)

Children over the age of 5 will enter into a series of graduated swimming lessons based on their skill level. Once they have successfully completed a level, they will move to the next level. These lessons teach basic and advanced swimming strokes and techniques.  All programs are exempt from HST.

Private lessons

We offer private and semi-private lessons to children in the Red Cross preschool and Red Cross kids programs. Private lessons will give your child more one-on-one attention and can help them develop their swimming skills!

Fees

The following fees apply (exempt from HST):

• Private: $199.00 (10 lessons for 30 minutes each)
• Semi-private: $275.00 (10 lessons for 30 minutes each)

Teen and adult private lessons

We offer a learn-to-swim program for teens and adults looking to learn the basic fundamental skills of swimming. This program focuses on developing comfort in the water through the execution of basic flotation, movement and breathing skills. Contact the CDRC for more information about this program.

Public swim

We offer drop-in swimming hours for the whole family. Stop by the pool during one of our public swim times and cool off during the summer heat!

Public swim sessions

Summer Pool Season Passes

Returning this year the CDRC Pool is offering an unlimited season pass.  Seasons pass will be valid for all public swims from June until we are closed for the summer, as well as lane swim, adult swim and parent and tots.  Other programs must be paid for.

 Public swim admission standards 

Ages 5 years and under

Children 5 years of age and under must be within arm's reach of caregiver (near enough to reach swimmer by extending one's arms) 14 years of age and older. There is a maxium of 2 children per caregiver.

Ages 6 - 8

Children aged 6 -8 must be directly supervised by caregiver (in the water and able to provide immediate assistance) 14 years of age and older. There is a maximum of 4 children per caregiver.

Ages 9 years and over

Children aged 9 and older are admitted to the pool unaccompanied, but may be asked to demonstrate their swimming ability by passing a facility swim test prior to being allowed in the deep end of the pool.  The facility swim test includes swimming 25 metres with the ability to put face in the water, taking at least 1 breath without feet on the bottom of pool, and treading water for 1 minute.   

 *Quiet Family/Adult/Lane Swim is a swim designed for a variety of different purposes.

Advanced swimming certificates

We offer the following advanced swimming certificate programs. These programs are for those who want to work towards lifeguard training and certification.

Bronze star

Bronze star is excellent preparation for success in Bronze Medallion. Participants develop problem solving and decision-making skills individually and in partners. Candidates learn CPR and develop the lifesaving skills needed to be their own lifeguard. 

Date and time

This program includes 9 classes and will run (choose one of the time slots from below):
June 17th to June 27th from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m

Prerequisite

You must be at least 11 years old and confident swimming in the deep end.

Bronze medallion and emergency first aid

Candidates learn tows and carries, and defense methods and releases in preparation for challenging rescues of increased risk involving conscious and unconscious victims of various types. Lifesavers develop stroke efficiency and endurance in a 500m timed swim. Cost includes exam fee.

Date and time

This program includes 10 classes and will run (choose one of the time slots from below):
June 10th to June 27th from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m
August 12th to August 23rd from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Prerequisite

You must be at least 13 years old or have completed the Bronze Star Award

Bronze cross

This course is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training including an introduction to safe supervision in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for all advanced training programs including National Lifeguarding and Instructor certification. Includes a 600m swim. Cost includes exam fee.

Date and time

This program includes 10 classes and will run (choose one of the time slots from below):
June 10th to June 27th from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m
August 12th to August 23rd from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Prerequisite

You must be at least 13 years old or have completed the Bronze Star Award

Junior lifeguard club

This is an opportunity for children ages 8-13 to learn about first aid and lifeguarding skills while having fun with friends competing in challenges, team building and activities around the pool. Interested children must be able to swim confidently in the deep end and meet the age requirement. It is an excellent opportunity to meet friends, keep up with swimming skills as well as learn new skills.

Date and time

This program includes 10 classes and will run from July 15 to July 26 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.