Aquatics Centre

Increase your strength and flexibility with this light cardio, low impact water workout. Together we will gradually explore mindful movements, stretches, range of motion and breathing techniques based on water walking, yoga, tai-chi, pilates and dance.

View Aqualight times on Activenet.

Get energised, burn calories, and improve your overall fitness with this moderate to high intensity cardio water workout.  Exercising in the water lowers the impact of high intensity movements while creating a natural resistance that will build your muscle strength.

View Aquafit times on ActiveNet.

Bronze Medallion challenges the candidate both mentally and physically. Judgment, knowledge, skill, and fitness – the four components of water rescue – form the basis of Bronze Medallion training. Candidates acquire the assessment and problem-solving skills needed to make good decisions in, on, and around the water. Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for assistant lifeguard training in Bronze Cross. Participants will learn Emergency First Aid skills including victim assessment, CPR, choking and what to do for external bleeding, heart attack, stroke wounds and burns.

Prerequisite: Minimum 13 years of age or Bronze Star certification (need not be current).
Dates: Postponed due to COVID-19 restrictions and public health measures
Time: 4:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Course Fee: $130.99
Canadian Lifesaving Manual: $49.40

Register for the Bronze Medallion course on ActiveNet.

Join the Town of St. Marys EarlyON Centre for a 30-minute Play and Swim session that will allow your child to explore water safely and at their own pace.  Each family will be given materials for that session and an area of the pool to swim in, so we are able to practice social distancing.

Please note: The ratio for this program is two children to one parent/caregiver.

View EarlyON Play & Swim on ActiveNet. 

Bring the family for an open swim in our indoor pool. Enjoy deep and shallow ends as well as an attached leisure pool. A ramp and wide steps into the pool make it accessible for all.

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

View Family Swim times on ActiveNet.

Lanes are set out for lap swimming, providing an excellent opportunity to get fit.  

View Lane Swim times on ActiveNet.

Bring the family for an open swim in our indoor pool. Enjoy deep and shallow ends as well as an attached leisure pool. A ramp and wide steps into the pool make it accessible for all.

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

View Public Swim times on ActiveNet.

We offer a variety of swimming lessons for children of all ages and abilities.

NOTE: Starfish through Level 4 require a parent/guardian in the water to help children physically distance from each other and instructors.

View Swimming Lessons on ActiveNet.

Want one-on-one attention? Our certified instructor can help kids and adults alike learn everything from the basics to advanced techniques. View private lesson times on Activenet.  

If you have used our previous online registration system, you can transition easily to ActiveNet.

1. Visit the ActiveNet Registration Page, select Sign In/Up and then choose Forgot your password?
2. Enter the email address used you used previously for online registration.
3. Check your inbox for a 'reset your password' email.
4. Reset password and continue to update your online profile.
5. Update your subscription preferences. Subscriptions enable you to receive the most up-to-date communications about your areas of interest. If you do not choose your communication preferences, you will not receive notifications.
6. Verify that your date of birth is correct. This can be done by selecting the edit link. (Accurate birth dates will make registration and online purchasing easy for age sensitive items).
7. Follow the instructions on this page under Sign up for programs below.

Create an account with a mobile device such as a cell phone or tablet.

1. Using your browser, visit the ActiveNet Registration Page select Sign In/Up and locate the “Don’t have an account?” and click Join.
2. Enter the email address you would like to use as your login
3. Begin entering your personal information, and create a password.
4. Read and agree to the Terms of Use,Copyright Policy and Your Privacy Rights and click next.
5. Continue completing your personal information, click "I’m not a robot" and hit submit.
6. Once your account has been created, please check your email to activate your account.
7. After your account has been activated, you may now manage your account settings, including subscribing for communications, and adding family members to your account.
8. If you are accessing your account from your mobile device, please click the menu on the left top corner and select 'full site' to enable editing of your account.
9. Follow the instructions on this page under Sign up for programs below.

1. Using your browser, visit the ActiveNet Registration Page.
2. Sign in with your email and password.
3. Select the Activities tab to see your list of options.                          
4. Choose your preferred category.
5. The next page displays all available programs in that category. If you don’t see what you are looking for, it has not yet been listed. Select the Enroll Now for your preferred program and dates.
6. Next, select the participant, respond to some basic questions, and finally click on Add to cart.
7. Select Finish and pay. You will be able to pay with a credit card.
8. You’ll receive a receipt as confirmation of your registration.

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• Child/Youth (13 - 18): $4.50
• Adult (19 - 64): $6.31
• Older Adult (65+): $6.00

Regardless of swimming ability, children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is at least 12 years of age and responsible for their direct supervision, with a maximum of 2 children per parent/guardian and must remain in the shallow end. Parent/guardian must be in bathing attire and within arm's reach of the child(ren) at all times in and out of the water.

Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is at least 12 years of age and responsible for their direct supervision, with a maximum of 2 children for per parent/guardian and must remain in the shallow end.  Maximum number of children increases to 8 bathers to one parent/guardian (8:1) if approved life-jackets are worn by all non-swimmers in their charge. They must remain in the shallow end.

Parent/guardian must be in bathing attire and within arm's reach of the child(ren) at all times in and out of the water.

Child can complete swim test: Admitted unaccompanied.

• Swim Test: Tread water for 30 seconds and swim 2 widths continuously.

• Direct Supervision - Able to render immediate assistance, 'within arm's reach'.

• Guardian - A person of at least 12 years of age who is responsible for the children.

• Swim attire - Bathing attire is used for the purpose of swimming only. T-shirts are permitted. Undergarments, cut-offs and street clothes are not permitted.

Our staff will greet you 5 to 8 minutes before your program to help you:

1. Complete a COVID-19 screening questionnaire

2. Check in to your program

3. Submit your waiver signature, if needed 

Once you've complete these three steps, you will be able to enter the building to participate in your program. 

You will come into the Pyramid Recreation Centre through Entrance A (Aquatics Centre doors), located at the east side of the building (by the splash pad).

You will exit at the far end of the hallway, across from the ladies/men’s change rooms. There will be signs posted throughout the building to help you find your way. 

Yes, the change rooms and showers will be open. Please remember to practice physical distancing by keeping 2 metres (6 feet) of space between yourself and others who are not part of your household while using these facilities.

We recommend that you arrive in your bathing suit and shower before coming to the pool deck. You will have 10 minutes to change after your program is over. We know that this is a short time frame and ask that you do your best to respect it.

We are encouraging online registration and payments for three main reasons:

1. Paying online means staff don’t have to handle cash. This helps to protect our employees.

2. By entering your information online, you are helping us track who enters the pool. This makes it easy for public health to do contact tracing, in case someone who uses the pool tests positive for COVID-19.

3. Reserving and paying online makes checking into the pool quicker and easier. All you have to do is show your receipt (on your mobile device or in print) to check in.

If you are not able to reserve a swim online, call us at 519-284-2160 and we will assist you. 

Call us at 519-284-2160 and we will assist you.

We are currently accepting PRC passes. To use a pass during online registration, choose Option - Current Pass Holder and we will deduct one pass on the day of your swim. 

Call us at 519-284-2160 to purchase or re-load a pass. 

YMCA membership will not be accepted during Phase 1 of the pool opening.

The cost to operate the Aquatics Centre has increased significantly due to new cleaning and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements. We are also operating the pool at a reduced capacity to meet physical distancing requirements. Rates have been increased to balance these costs and be mindful of the burden on taxpayers.

Due to space limitations, we require 24 hours notice for cancellations. Please call 519-284-2160 to cancel your registration. We will apply a credit to your account that you can use for future programs.