Aquatics Centre

Download and print our swim schedules, which include a weekly program schedule, fees summary, dates to remember and our admissions policy. (Accessible version available upon request.)

Fall schedule (September 6 - November 30, 2022)

Winter schedule (December 1, 2022 - February 28, 2023)

Important Notice

The Canadian Red Cross is winding down its swim and lifeguard programming to direct more attention to surging humanitarian demands in other areas, such as disaster and pandemic response, opioid harm reduction and caregiving for seniors. 

The Town of St. Marys will be transitioning to the Lifesaving Society for swimming lessons. To make this seamless, please see the conversion chart with program descriptions. 

Group Lessons

We offer a variety of swimming lessons for children of all ages and abilities. View Swimming Lessons on ActiveNet.

Semi-Private

Register online for a private lesson and follow the prompts to specify that you'd like semi-private.

Private

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. 

Learn water rescue and first aid! Teens who complete the upcoming courses may be eligible for a potential job as a Lifeguard at our Aquatics Centre in the future.

There are no aquatics leadership courses running at this time.

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.

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. Admission Policy in Effect. 

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. Admission Policy in Effect. 

View Public Swim times on ActiveNet.

For pool rental times, please visit ActiveNet.

• Child/Youth (13-18): $3.75
• Adult (19-64): $5.25
• Older Adult (65+): $5.00

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. Lifejackets are available for those 7 and under, but not required.

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.

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

We require 24 hours notice for cancellations. 

How to cancel online

1. Sign-in to our online registration portal.
2. Click on “My Account” in the top right.
3. Click on “Transaction and payment history.”
4. Select "Withdraw" on the activity you would like to cancel.
5. Confirm your refund amount.
6. Confirm you are canceling the correct program, then click "Finish".
7. View your receipt.

Download a PDF version of these instructions with screenshots. 

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