Aquatics

Lane Swim: For those wishing to utilize the pool for fitness and endurance. Participants are asked to swim continuously and in the lane appropriate to their speed.

Therapy Pool: Intended for swimmers of all ages to use the Therapy Pool only, but not exclusive to therapeutic purposes. Limited equipment may be provided at this time. Therapy Pool is only available at the S.A.R.C.

Silver Swimmers: This program is to provide Older Adult Swimmers (55 yrs+) an opportunity to use the pool in a comfortable self-paced atmosphere with other older adult swimmers. This is a chance to get into the water and swim, or exercise at your own pace.

Leisure Swim: Fun and enjoyment for all ages.

Sensory Swim: Intended for swimmers who have sensory sensitivity and would benefit from swimming in a pool environment with reduced sensory stimulus. Sensory Swim times are open to swimmers of all ages and abilities. Sensory Swim is only available at the A.F.L.C. Pool. See full details below.

Note - Regularly scheduled times may be altered throughout the year due to service disruptions and/or holiday schedules.

Please visit our Service Disruption Notices webpage for full details.

Please visit our Holiday Schedules webpage for full details.

(Updated on February 21, 2024)

Pool Closed

• Monday, August 5: Civic Holiday
• Monday, September 2: Labour Day

(Updated on February 21, 2024)

Monday, July 1: Canada Day

• S.A.R.C. Pool Closed

Monday, August 5: Civic Day – Holiday Hours

• 9:00am to 11:00am – Lane Swim
• 11:15am to 12:45pm – Leisure Swim

(Updated on July 19 2024)

Note - The S.A.R.C. Pool will be closed for annual maintenance from September 3 to 15. Please view the A.F.L.C. Pool schedule for available swim times during this pool closure time.

(Updated on July 19 2024)

Monday, October 14: Thanksgiving Day – Holiday Hours

• 9:00am - 11:00am – Lane Swim
• 11:15am - 12:45pm – Leisure Swim

Intended for swimmers who have sensory sensitivity and would benefit from swimming in a pool environment with reduced sensory stimulus. Sensory Swim times are open to swimmers of all ages and abilities. During this time, there will be no background auditory music or announcements, and reduced number of swimmers per swim. Sensory Swim is only available at the A.F.L.C. Pool.

How can I better support those who have sensory sensitivity issues?

Some swimmers may find the following items beneficial:

• Ear bands or ear buds
• Swim cap
• Swim friendly lifejacket or Personal Floatation Device (P.F.D.)
• Swimming goggles
• Nose clips
• Full bathing suit

Note: Sensory Swims do not occur during the summer months. Sensory Swims will return in Fall 2024.

Sensory Swim - Schedule

Please see swim schedule for dates and times. Swim schedule is subject to change.

• All drop-in activities are “first come, first serve". You may purchase a punch pass or membership in advance online.

e-PLAY - Purchase Pool Passes &/or Memberships

• Fitness members have the added-value benefit to pre-register for their classes or court bookings 8 days in advance, through the Town’s online program registration system. Set-up an account and register online at e-PLAY.
• Drop-in services are available at the A.F.L.C. and S.A.R.C. Customer Service Desks.

Lane Swim

• For those wishing to utilize the pool for fitness and endurance. Participants are asked to swim lengths with minimal breaks and in the lane appropriate to their speed.​ Lifeguards reserve the right to ask swimmers to move to a more appropriate lane based on speed to promote traffic flow.​ Do not stop in the middle of the lane.​

Exception: During designated times the S.A.R.C. pool will have an aquafitness lane available for individuals wishing to do stationary exercise.

Leisure Swim

• Fun and enjoyment for all ages.

During Lane and Leisure swim times, parents can teach basic swim skills to their children in the pool (not from the pool deck).

Note: The drop-in swim times are not intended to be used by for profit businesses/individuals to run their paid swim programs. If you wish to use either of the pools to run a lesson for your paid swim programming, you must permit the pool by contacting our Aquatics Coordinators.

• A.F.L.C. Pool - Please email Terri Edwards.
• S.A.R.C. Pool - Please email Stephen Kennedy.

Program

The Town of Aurora’s Aquatics Division offers Swim Test Assessment for Schools Program.

This program is geared towards schools who require certified Aquatic Instructors to complete a standardized swim test assessment for shallow and deep water. The program meets the following requirements under the Ontario Physical Activity Safety Standards in Education for both elementary and secondary schools.

• The Lifesaving Society’s Swim to Survive standard will be used as the standardized swim test assessment.
• The test is administered and verified by a current and certified aquatic instructor.
• The following supervision ratios will be followed during the swim test.
  • Elementary Schools
    • Grade 1 to 3 classes: Maximum of 25 students per 1 aquatic Instructor and 1 lifeguard
    • Grade 4 to 8 classes: Maximum of 35 students per 1 aquatic Instructor and 1 lifeguard
    • Note: In situations where there are 26 to 50 students (grades 1 to 3) or 36 to 70 students (grades 4 to 8), an additional certified aquatic instructor.
• Secondary Schools
  • Grade 9 to 12 classes: Maximum of 50 students per 1 aquatic instructor and 1 lifeguard
  • Note: In situations where there are 51 to 75 students, an additional certified aquatic instructor.

At the end of the swim test assessment, the Town of Aurora’s Aquatics Division will provide the school with a signed copy of the Swim to Survive Worksheet, indicating the following.

• The school year when the test was administered.
• The name and signature of the aquatic instructor who administered the test.
  • Request for aquatic instructor certifications can be done through the Town’s Freedom of Information process. Otherwise, aquatic instructor certifications will be kept on file with the Town of Aurora.
• The first and last names of the individuals who participated and the final result whether they passed the Swim to Survive standard.
• The name and signature of the school teacher to verify that the participants listed on the worksheet is accurate.

Reference: Ontario Physical Activity Safety Standards in Education (website)

Facility Booking

Please note the following criteria when booking the facility for your school's swim test assessment.

• Must be approved by the Aquatic Coordinator first prior to booking.
• Recommend to book at the S.A.R.C. pool only.
• 60-minute booking of the pool (4 lanes).
• 1 aquatic instructor, plus 1 lifeguard per hour.
• Add an additional aquatic instructor per hour if:
  • Grade 1 to 3 class exceeds 26 students and no more than 50 students
  • Grade 4 to 8 class exceeds 36 students and no more than 70 students
  • Grade 9 to 12 class exceeds 51 students and no more than 75 students
• If the school request goes beyond ratios listed above, then they will need to book a second 60-minute time slot.

Lane Swim/Leisure Swim

• Under 4 Years
  • Free
• 4 to 17 Years
  • $3.12 per person (per visit)
  • $24.96 for 10 x visits
• Adult (18 to 54 years)
  • $5.00 per person (per visit)
  • $40.00 for 10 x visits
• Older Adult (55 years and older)
  • $3.85 per person (per visit)
  • $30.78 for 10 x visits

Note: Prices effective January 1, 2024.

Aquafit

• Youth (12 to 17 years)
  • $6.97 per person (per aquafit class)
  • $55.74 for 10 x visits
• Adult (18 to 54 years)
  • $9.05 per person (per aquafit class)
  • $72.70 for 10 x visits
• Older Adult (55 years and older)
  • $6.97 per person (per aquafit class)
  • $55.74 for 10 x visits

Note: Prices effective January 1, 2024.

For information on Pool Memberships, please visit our Fitness Memberships webpage.

Desjardins Days

Free Leisure Swim activities one day per month! See website for details.
Visit our Desjardins Days webpage for more information.