Recreational Swimming

Swimming fees & schedule

The spring recreational swim schedule runs from April 19 to June 19 (Acton Lion's Indoor Pool) or June 30 (Gellert Community Centre). The drop-in format means you can simply arrive and pay without pre-registering online in advance. Some aquatics programs like aqua fitness still require pre-registration online.

Fees

• Youth: $2.50
• Adult: $4.00
• Group: $9.50 (maximum 5 persons and must include one adult 18+ years, maximum 2 adults.)

Schedule

Download swim schedule

Program descriptions

The pool admission policy applies to all swims in addition to the entrance requirements listed below. Please review the policy carefully before you arrive at the pool to ensure your group is eligible for admission.

50+ Swim

Available to anyone 50 years of age or older.

Family Swim

Children must be directly supervised, in the water, by a parent or guardian 18 years of age or older. Individual adults may attend Family Swim.

Lane Swim

Pool is divided into lanes for participants to swim lengths.

Leisure Swim / After School Swim

Leisure Swims are open to everyone! Come and have fun in the pool. 

Pool amenities

• Tarzan Rope (Gellert Only)
• Hot Tub (Gellert only)
• Sauna
• Water Slide (Gellert only)
• Diving Board (Acton only)

The water slide, Tarzan rope and diving board are open during evening and weekend leisure swims and during weekend family swims.

Amenities vary depending on swim type and day of the week. Amenities may be closed without notice for maintenance or operational issues. Admission fees do not vary based on which amenities are available.

Holidays and facility closures

Pools will be closed on the following dates:

• Monday, May 23 (Victoria Day)
• Friday, July 1 (Canada Day)
• Monday, August 1 (Civic Holiday)

Pool rules

Check how you’re feeling

Don’t use the pool when experiencing symptoms of illness or if you are feeling unwell.

Prevent pool fouling

Individuals who are not toilet trained must wear a tight fitting pool diaper. Make time to visit the washroom before entering the pool.

Shower before swimming

Shower with soap and water before entering the pool. It’s clean, it’s green and it promotes better water quality.

Wear appropriate clothing

Wear appropriate swim clothing that is different from the clothing you wore to the facility. Bring clean flip flops or sandals to wear on the pool deck (street shoes not permitted on pool deck).

Keep food at home

Food is not allowed on the pool deck or change rooms. You may bring water in reusable, shatter-free containers.

Be respectful when taking photos

The use of any device capable of taking photo and/or video is prohibited in the showers, change rooms and washrooms. When swimming, please only take photos of your family and friends and not of other swimmers.

Keep valuables at home

The Town of Halton Hills is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Valuables, including electronic devices, should be securely stored or left at home.

Please remember:

• Swim diapers, goggles, flutter boards and other pool accessories can be purchased at the customer service desk
• Please pay the posted admission fee before entering the pool area
• Strollers are permitted on deck but must be clean
• There is zero tolerance for alcohol and illegal drugs – it is prohibited to be under the influence of, or to consume, any of these substances at this facility
• Winter boots should be stored in the space provided at change room entrances
• Listen to the lifeguards – they may have to use their whistles to get your attention, so please keep an ear out. Exit the pool immediately if you hear one long whistle blast.

Where are the pools located?

Do you offer passes?

What do I do with my stroller?

Strollers can be brought onto the pool deck and parked along the side. All strollers must have clean wheels.

How old do you have to be to swim on your own?

Children 0-6 may not swim on their own and must be accompanied by a guardian age +14. Guardians may supervise a maximum of 2 children and must be in the water.

Children 7-10 may only swim alone if they are able to pass the facility swim test. To pass the test, they must swim 2 widths of the pool without stopping or touching the bottom of the pool. They may also be required to tread water for 1 minute. If they cannot pass the test, they must be supervised by a guardian age +14 or leave the facility. Guardians may supervise a maximum of 2 children and must be in the water.

How early do I have to arrive before a swim?

While there is no requirement, we would suggest arriving 10-15 minutes before swim time to ensure a chance to park, pay admission, get changed and showered before your swim. 

Can I bring my own pool toys?

Lifejackets and pool toys are available at the pool for you. You may bring your own equipment so long as it is clean and safe. Lifeguards reserve the right to remove any pool equipment which they feel creates a safety hazard.

Why do the lifeguards use whistles?

The pool deck is a noisy place, so lifeguards use whistles to get your attention. Each whistle signal has its own meaning.

• 1 short tweet means a lifeguard is trying to get someone’s attention – often to remind them about a pool rule or warn them about a dangerous situation. Please look up to check if the lifeguard is trying to get your attention.
• 2 short tweets means a lifeguard is trying to get another staff member’s attention.
• 1 long tweet means swimmers should exit the pool. Please exit the pool immediately if you hear one long whistle.