Aquatics

About Our Pools

Indoor Pool

At 18.25 metres long and 1.37 metres (4.5 feet) deep, our saltwater pool offers residents a beach area, mushroom fountain sprinkler, and swimming lanes. We also provide a saltwater hot tub with hydrotherapy jets. The indoor pool and hot tub are located inside our Recreation Centre.

Indoor Pool Temperature: 28 – 30 degrees Celsius (82.4- 86 degrees Fahrenheit)

Hot Tub

We also provide a saltwater hot tub with hydrotherapy jets – located inside our Recreation Centre.

Hot Tub Temperature: 38– 40 degrees Celsius (100-104 Fahrenheit)

Outdoor Pool

Our heated outdoor pool is 15 metres long and 3 metres (10 feet) deep. The outdoor pool is located behind Deschenes Court at 220 Woodridge Crescent. The outdoor pool is open weekends in June and 7-days a week in July and August.

Our reserved swims are available for all Accora Village residents!

Household Swim
Adults Swim (18+ years)

Pool Admission Standards

For children:

7 and under – They must always be accompanied by parent/guardian 14 years or older who is in the pool with them. Children under 8 are not eligible to complete the swim test.
8-9 – Did not pass swim test: Always accompanied by parent/guardian 14 years or older who is in the pool with them.
8-9 – Passed swim test: Parent/guardian 14 years or older don’t need to be in the water but need to supervise from the side.
10-13 – Did not pass swim test: Always accompanied by a parent/guardian 14 years or older who is in the pool with them.
10-13 – Passed swim test: No parent/guardian supervision required.

Swim test:

The indoor pool swim test consists of one length on their stomach ̶ without touching the bottom of the pool ̶ with their head entering the water at least once. If the quality of swimming in unconvincing, the lifeguard facilitating the swim test may ask the swimmer to tread water for a maximum of 30 seconds.

The outdoor pool swim test consists of four widths on their stomach ̶ without touching the bottom of the pool ̶ with their head entering the water at least once. If the quality of swimming in unconvincing, the lifeguard facilitating the swim test may ask the swimmer to tread water for a maximum of 30 seconds.

Pool Ratios

Age	Information	Admission Requirements	Ratios (Adult:Children)
5 years and under	Parents must be within arms reach	Always accompanied in the water by parent/guardian (14+)	1:2
6-7 years	Parents must be within arms reach	Always accompanied in the water by parent/guardian (14+)	1:4 1:6 (wearing lifejackets)
8-9 years	Did not pass swim test	Always accompanied in the water by parent/guardian (14+)	1:4 1:8 (wearing lifejackets)
8-9 years	Passed swim test	Parent/guardian (14+) must be on site	n/a
10-13 years	Did not pass swim test	Always accompanied in the water by parent/guardian (14+)	1:4 1:8 (wearing lifejackets)
10-13 years	Passed swim test	No parent/guardian required on site	n/a
14 years and over	No swim test required	n/a	n/a

Aquatic Programs

We offer a range of water-based activities, including recreational swims for adults and families, the Red Cross Swim Program and aquatic fitness classes. All our swims are currently by reservation only.

Swims

Our reserved swims are available for all Accora Village residents!

Household Swim
Adults Swim (18+ years)

Red Cross Swim Preschool

Red Cross Swim Preschool is an eight-level stand-alone program for four-month to six-year-old children that allows swimmers to enter various levels based on age and ability.

Parent & Tot (4 months to 3 years – attend with a parent/guardian)
Preschool (3 to 6 years)

Red Cross Swim Kids

Red Cross Swim Kids is a 10-level stand-alone program for five to twelve-year-old children. Children learn to swim, be fit, and stay safe in a fun environment that promotes achieving a personal best and celebrates personal success.

Levels 1 – 10 (6 to 15 years)

Adult Swimming Lessons

A great environment for those over 16 years of age and who want to either learn how to swim or improve swimming skills. Our Red Cross certified instructors will tailor the lessons to each participant.

Beginner & Intermediate (16+ years)

Private Lessons

A great option for those who want to learn how to swim in a 1-on-1 environment with one of our certified Red Cross swim instructors. From Sea Otter to Adult Intermediate, all levels can be taught in private lessons. Semi-private lessons for family and friends are also available.

Preschool (3 to 6 years)

Swim Kids 1 – 10 (6 to 15 years)

Adult Beginner & Intermediate (16+ years)

Advanced Swimming Lessons

For those looking to get more out of their swimming lessons, whether it’s learning butterfly or learning how to perform in-water rescues.

Power Swim (8 to 15 years)
Junior Lifeguard Club (8 to 15 years)

Aquatic Fitness

Our coach-led fitness classes are designed to help improve your fitness both in and out of the water.

Swim for Fitness (16+)
Aquafit (16+)

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