Gellert Closure Notice:
The Gellert Community Centre will be closed on Monday, September 3 for Labour Day. Gellert will also be closed for annual maintenance from September 4-23 for annual maintenance, reopening on Monday, September 24th. Visit our Closure and Cancellations page for more details.
Questions
Answers- How do I know what program is appropriate for my child's swim level?
We use the Life Saving Society's Swim For Life model. Parent & Tot programs are designed for children aged 4-12 months, all the way through adult and fitness programs. To find a match to your child's age or skillset, check out the swimming lesson chart on the aquatics page of our Town Guide.
We use the Life Saving Society's Swim For Life model. Parent & Tot programs are designed for children aged 4-12 months, all the way through adult and fitness programs. To find a match to your child's age or skillset, check out the swimming lesson chart on the aquatics page of our Town Guide.
- Acton Lion’s Indoor Pool Fall & Winter Schedule:
Tuesday, September 4, 2018 to Sunday, March 17, 2019 - Gellert Community Centre Fall & Winter Schedule:
Monday, September 24, 2018 to Sunday, March 17, 2019
Holiday Closures: Monday, October 8 (Thanksgiving).
Maintenance Closures: Gellert pool closed September 4 to 23, 2018. Acton pool closed December 24, 2018 to January 4, 2019
All Town of Halton Hills pools adhere to our Pool Admittance Policy. Swimmers who do not meet the requirements for the Admittance Policy will not be granted admission to the pool. Family, Youth and 55+ swims have additional age requirements. Please refer to Swim Types above.
AGES 0-6
Children age 6 and under may not be admitted to the swimming pool unless they are accompanied by a guardian 14 years of age or older. The guardian is responsible for their direct supervision and must be in the water and able to assist immediately. Maximum 2 children per guardian.
AGES 7-10
Children age 7 to 10 who are non-swimmers must be accompanied by a guardian 14 years of age or older. The guardian is responsible for their direct supervision and must be in the water and able to assist immediately. Maximum 2 children per guardian.
Children 7 to 10 may be admitted to the pool unsupervised only if they can pass the facility swim test. Swimming with a buddy is strongly recommended
Family Swim Exception: All minors must be directly supervised by a guardian 18+ years. Guardians must be in the water.
AGES 11+
Children age 11 years or older may be admitted to the pool area unsupervised. Swimming with a buddy is strongly recommended.
Family Swim Exception: All minors must be directly supervised by a guardian 18+ years. Guardians must be in the water.
Facility Swim Test:
Test is a minimum of two widths of the swimming pool. Swimmer may also be required to tread water up to 1 minute.
Medical Conditions:
Individuals with serious medical conditions or developmental disabilities are at a greater risk while swimming. They should be accompanied at all times by another individual with knowledge of their condition and who can provide immediate assistance if needed. Acton and Gellert indoor pools are equipped with a chair lift for easy entry into the pool. Gellert pool also has a ramp into the 25m Canadian Tire Pool.
Visit the Passes page.
Photography Policy at the Pool
The privacy and comfort of our pool customers is important to us! Therefore the use of any device capable of rendering a photographic image is prohibited in showers, changerooms, washrooms and adjoining areas. Your cooperation is appreciated.
