Aquatic Programs
NOTICE Unfortunately the water transfer wheelchair is currently out of service and is not available for use to get in and out of the warm water pool. We will remove this notice once it is repaired or replaced.
The Centennial Aquatic Centre offers various programs outlined by Lifesaving Society standards. We offer public swims, Aquafit, lane swims, Learn to Swim lessons, Lifesaving Leadership courses and First Aid & Standard CPR.
Drop-In Swim Programming
Pre-registration for drop-in programs is currently not required. Please note that "Family Swim" times on the schedule are designated for families only. This includes Guardians/parents + children. No adult swimming available during these Family Swim times.
At this time, the Centennial Aquatics Centre will remain closed on Sundays due to staff availability.
Swim Schedule May 29 - June 3rd
* Holiday Schedule in effect for Monday, May 22nd
* No Open Swim Wednesday, May 24th due to National Lifeguard Course
Aquatherapy Spring Session - 6 weeks - FULL
Registration opens May 2nd @ noon
Mondays, May 15th - June 26th (no class on Victoria Day)
Wednesdays, May 17th - June 21st
Thursdays, May 18th - June 22nd
Swim Lessons
The Centennial Aquatic Centre is a proud Affiliate of the Lifesaving Society. We offer programs for babies through to aquatic leadership. The Swim for Life program stresses lots of in-water practice to develop solid swimming strokes and skills. Valuable Water Smart® education is incorporated throughout all levels of the program. The Lifesaving Society provides a fun and challenging progression of lifesaving training programs. At the CAC we offer the Canadian Swim Patrol and the 3 Bronze medal awards that are designed for swimmers between 8 and 15 years of age. Our first aid certifications focus on the practical ABCs of lifesaving.
If you are interested in further information regarding these swim programs as well as qualifications, please visit the Lifesaving Society website by clicking the button below.
Lifesaving Society Swim & Lifeguard Programs
Registration Information:
The Spring Lesson Session is currently in progress.
Summer Swim Lessons:
The Aquatics Team has been busy planning the summer! The Centennial Aquatics Centre will be offering 2 two-week session, one in July and one in August. Lessons will run in the evenings Monday - Thursday. This means that your child will swim the 4 nights the first week and 4 nights the second week for a total of 8 lessons. A complete schedule will be posted online mid-June.
July Session: July 17th - 27th
August Session: August 14th - 24th
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN: June 21st @ 7:00 a.m.
If you do not have a recreation account, please set that up by clicking the button below.
Program Registrations - Create Your New Account
Swim lessons are scheduled seasonally, typically consisting of 1 session a week for 8 weeks. Fall programming typically begins in October, Winter programming in January, Spring programming in late April/early May and summer programming in July and August. Registration dates will be posted to the website once details are available.
TIP: Lessons fill up quickly! Be sure to create your account or update your login credentials so that you are prepared to register for swim lessons when registration opens.
Participant Report Cards:
- Go to https://swimgen.net/search/collingwoodaquatics
- Enter your child's participant number
- Click on the course name to review instructor comments, recommendations and a list of skills displayed.
Your child's instructor will provide the participant number on the final day of class and let you know when report cards will be available. If you don't know what your participant number is you can reach out to our customer service team to provide it to you at prc@collingwood.ca. Your child's participant number will stay the same from session to session.
Advanced/Leadership Aquatics
Bronze Medallion & Emergency First Aid
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.
This course includes Emergency First Aid. Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid are prerequisites for Bronze Cross.
Dates: August 8th - 11th, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Pre-requisite: Must be 13 years of age OR have successfully completed Bronze Star
Cost: $100 +HST
Registration opens May 2nd @ noon
** 100% attendance is required
Bronze Cross and HIGH FIVE Principles of Health Child Development
This course begins the transition from lifesaving to lifeguarding and prepares candidates for responsibilities as assistant lifeguards. Candidates strengthen and expand their lifesaving skills and begin to apply the principles and techniques of active surveillance in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication in preventing and responding to aquatic emergencies. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for advanced training in the Society’s National Lifeguard and leadership certification programs.
The Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD) equips front-line leaders (anyone working with children aged 4 to 12) with the tools to immediately enhance the quality of their programs. The training provides valuable information, resources, and techniques to ensure that each child's social, emotional, and cognitive needs are met.
Dates: August 8th - 11th, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Pre-requisite: Must be 13 years of age AND have successfully completed Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid (need not be current)
Cost: $250 +HST
Registration opens May 2nd @ noon
** 100% attendance is required
Standard First Aid
Plunge! Aquatics at Blue Mountain is offering a Standard First Aid and CPR course May 13 & 14, 2023. We strongly recommend that if your child is 15+ years of age they take this course. It is helpful for employment and REQUIRED to take your National Lifeguard which the Centennial Aquatic Centre is planning to offer in June and again in the summer. To register for this course or to receive more information, please contact the Plunge! team at info@plungebluemountain.ca
National Lifeguard Pool - Recertification
To remain “current”, National Lifeguards successfully complete a National Lifeguard recertification exam. The only items evaluated on a National Lifeguard recertification examination are marked with a (†) symbol in the At-a-glance list of test items, on the test sheets, and in the National Lifeguard Award Guide.
The National Lifeguard recertification exam is your opportunity to demonstrate your skills and recertify your award. You are responsible for reviewing the required content and skills and preparing yourself for the exam. Your exam is based on the National Lifeguard Award curriculum. The required content for this curriculum can be found in your Alert text and the Canadian Lifesaving Manual. Candidates should bring Alert, a whistle, barrier devices (gloves and pocket mask), and proof of prerequisite (previous National Lifeguard).
Cost: $80
Dates: May 7, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
National Lifeguard Pool - Full Certification
National Lifeguard is a legal certificate for lifeguarding throughout the country and is recognized and required by the province of Ontario for lifeguarding public swimming pools.
June Session:
- Wednesday, May 24th
- Wednesday, May 31st
- Tuesday, June 6th
- Tuesday, June 13th
- Saturday, June 17th
- Sunday, June 18th
- Tuesday, June 20th
EXAM DATE TBD
Summer Session:
July 31st - August 4th, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Pre-requisite: Must be 15 years of age AND have successfully completed Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid (need not be current) either from the Lifesaving Society or an approved provider.
Cost: $250 +HST
Registration opens May 2nd @ noon
** 100% attendance is required
This policy ensures all swimmers - regardless of swim ability - have a safe and enjoyable time in the pool. We encourage all swimmers to consult our Admission Policy prior to their visit and contact us should they have questions. Remember, Children under 10 years of age must be accompanied in the pool by a parent or guardian (14+).
- At any time, participants will be required to complete a swim test as requested by the lifeguard.
- Infants & Small Children - Cannot be left unattended on the pool deck. Participants 1 year of age and under MUST be accompanied by a guardian who is a minimum of 15 years of age. Car seats and strollers must be left in the designated areas. Children who are not toilet-trained are required to wear a swim/pool diaper under suitable bathing attire - regular diapers are not permitted. Each guardian must be in the pool and may only bring a maximum of four children between the ages of 6 and 14, and maximum of two under 6 years of age.
- Swim Attire - All participants must wear appropriate bathing attire. Shoes are not permitted on the deck or in the shower area. Patrons wearing street clothes are welcome to watch from our Observation Room.
- Family/Accessible Change Room - Intended for the following uses:
- Children aged 4+ accompanied by opposite gender guardian.
- Families wishing to change together.
- Individuals with special needs accompanied by an opposite gender support worker.
- All other visitors are asked to use gender specific change rooms.
- Warm-Water Pool & Deep End Use - The Warm-Water pool has a max. capacity of 25 guests and may require swimmers to await availability for entry. Swimmers under 16 years of age are required to successfully complete a deep end swim test - Admission Policy will apply to children below the age of 10 who have successfully completed swim test.
- Videos & Photographs - The use of recording devices is prohibited in all change rooms, washrooms, and on deck. Picture taking is only permitted on designated days during swim lessons. We ask that anyone wishing to take pictures first obtain permission from aquatic staff. This is to respect the privacy and safety of all patrons.
Please note that we do not allow lap style swimming in the Warm Water Pool.
Swim Admission Prices (HST included)
Category | Single | Frequent Swim Card | One Month Pass | Three Month Pass | Twelve Month Pass |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Toddler (under 3) | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free |
Child(3-17) | $3.67 | $37.57 | $29.95 | $76.84 | $219.22 |
Adult(18-54) | $4.80 | $48.03 | $50.85 | $101.70 | $292.67 |
Senior(55+) | $3.67 | $37.57 | $29.95 | $76.84 | $219.22 |
Family*
| $9.89 | N/A | $80.23 | $206.79 | $588.73 |
* Family includes up to a maximum of two adults and three children
- Lane Swim - Main pool designated for lengths & warm-water pool for exercise. Ages 16 years+. Lane markers for "slow, medium, fast" swimmers, lanes can be shared.
- Leisure Swim - Lanes available for lengths in the main pool & open for general exercise. Both pools available. 16 years+
- Family Swim - Designated for families (guardians/parents + child(ren)), both pools available. No adult swimming available during these times.
- Youth Swim - Open access to both pools. Ages 10-17.
- Open Swim - Open access to both pools. All ages may attend.
- Aquafit - Instructed Aqua Aerobics access to both pools with music. Ages 16 years+
- Uninstructed Aquafit - access to both pools for self-directed exercise with music. Ages 16 years+
- Aquatherapy - Instructed therapeutic exercises, warm water pool only. Registration is required.
Admission policy is in effect for all swim programs.
These programs are non-refundable and non-transferable. Should the Town of Collingwood cancel programs beyond the control of our patrons, a credit will be processed to your account to use for a future activity.
Refunds will not be issued for "no shows". If you cannot make your scheduled time, please log into your account and follow the steps to cancel. This will bump someone from the waitlist into your spot. If you cannot access your account or have troubles cancelling, please call the Parks, Recreation & Culture Department to request a transfer to another day/time. Transfers can only be accommodated if space is available.
Instructed and Un-Instructed Aquafit options are available. Refer to the weekly drop-in schedule for times. Depending on staff numbers spaces may be limited to ensure safe lifeguard to swimmer ratios.
The Warm Water Pool will be available for therapeutic exercises. Lap style swimming is not permitted in this pool.
Aqua Therapy is now an 8-week session which requires registration. Victoria Galletta of Pure Movement will be the instructor of this course. Please login to your PerfectMind account to register.
The Collingwood Aquatic Centre offers Lifesaving Leadership courses which prepare participants to become National Lifeguard Service certified. These courses are suitable for swimmers between 8 and 15 years of age. Beginning with the Canadian Swim Patrol, progressing to three Bronze medal awards.
- Main Pool Temperature: 81 degrees F
- Warm Water Pool Temperature: 91 degrees F
- Upgraded 6-lane, 25m pool
- Main pool includes a 'lift chair' to assist transfer patrons transfer from the dect to the pool and from the pool to the deck
- Accessible warm-water pool with ramp access
- Multi-purpose room that overlooks both pools
- Interior spectator seating for 250 people
- Facility entry, exit and access to changeroom area accessible with power doors
- Aquatic waterproof chair available to transfer patrons from changerooms to the pool area
- Universal changeroom with hydraulic adult bench as well as accessible cubicles with seating and shower area
- Handrails in areas where required by AODA standards
- Daylighting roof panels to maximize natural light
- Four insulated doors to allow for an open environment in favourable weather
- HVAC system throughout the facility
- Accessible front counter
- Water bottle refill station
- Accessible parking and drop-off area located in close proximity to the front entrance
- Covered bus shleter and stop located on 2nd Street approximately 15 m from the front building entrance
- Identified service animals are welcome in the facility for individuals who may require services
| Built: | 1967 |
|---|---|
| Water Capacity: | 540,000 litres |
| Length: | 25 metres |
| Width: | 12 metres/6 lanes |
| Depth (Shallow): | 1.1 metres |
| Depth (Deep): | 3.0 metres |
| Diving Board: | 1 metre |
| Patron Limit: | 170 people in pool or on deck |
Parks, Recreation and Culture staff are committed to delivering exceptional and accessible programs and services guided by principals of inclusion, dignity, equity and independence.
Alternative formats of any document created by the Town are available upon request.
Centennial Aquatic Centre is continually imporving accessibility features. If you have a question about an accessibility option please call 705-445-1030 ext. 3382 or email prc@collingwood.ca in advance of your visit to make any additional arrangements.
We welcome your suggestions. Please use our feedback form.
Centennial Aquatic Centre is located at 451 Third Street, Collingwood Ontario. **Google Link**
Phone: 705-445-1030 ext. 3382
Email: prc@collingwood.ca
The facility is operated by the Town of Collingwood Parks, Recreation and Culture Department.
To rent the Centennial Aquatic Centre please contact our Customer Service Team by phone 705-445-1030 email prc@collingwood.ca. Please note at this time we are unable to offer private rentals due to staffing shortages. We will provide an update once these become available.