Aquatics and Swimming Lessons

Admission Standards for Public Pools were developed by the Office of the Chief Coroner to assist lifeguards and assistant lifeguards in maintaining adequate surveillance over the whereabouts and the activities of young bathers while they are inside the pool enclosure. The Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care strongly supports these recommendations for the purposes of preventing injuries and fatalities.

• Children under the age of 10 years who are non-swimmers must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is at least 14 years of age and responsible for their direct supervision. The ratio of non-swimmers to parent or guardian may be a maximum of 4 bathers to one parent or guardian (4:1). The ratio of non-swimmers to parent or guardian may be increased to a maximum of 8 bathers to one parent or guardian (8:1) if lifejackets are worn by all non-swimmers in their charge
• Children under the age of 10 who are swimmers (able to demonstrate comfort in the water and pass the facility swim test) may be admitted to the swimming pool unaccompanied.
• Children under the age of 6 years may not be admitted to the swimming pool unless they are accompanied by a parent or guardian who is responsible for their direct supervision, with a maximum of two children for each parent or guardian
• Guardians or group leaders are responsible for the children in their care while in the facility and must directly supervise the children at all times.
• Guardians or group leaders should be at least 12 years of age.
• Ratios of instructors/lifeguards to bathers must also be maintained as per Regulation 565.

Those with serious medical conditions should be accompanied by an individual knowledgeable of their condition and responsible for their direct supervision.

Hyperventilation/rapid breathing or extended breath holding prior to underwater swimming is unsafe behaviour and is not permitted.

Rules

• Please be respectful of those around you and the facility.
• Nudity is not permitted in common areas
• Patrons are required to remain clothed unless in a private change cubicle or bathroom stall.
• All lockers within the universal changeroom are day-use only.
• Photography and video recording are strictly prohibited.
• Ensure that all personal belongings are secure at all times.
• The City of Welland is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items.
• Please report any suspicious activities to a staff member immediately.

FAQs

We will evaluate your child’s swimming ability free of charge and recommend the appropriate level for swimming lesson registration. Please ask a Senior Lifeguard for more information.

Life jackets are allowed in our pools; however, children wearing life jackets must be within arms reach of an adult at all times.

Join us for free open swim at our outdoor pools! It's a great way to enjoy the water and relax in the fresh air. Check out our Active Calendar for available swim times and come splash around with us!

Take a lap at our free lane swim sessions at the outdoor pools! Whether you're swimming for fitness or fun, it's a great way to get moving. Be sure to check our calendar for available times and enjoy the water!

Capacity: 400 — large pool and small pool

• 512 South Pelham Road (between Fitch Street and Thorold Road)
• 905-732-3040

Capacity: 400 — large pool and small pool

• 391 St. George Street (corner of Roach Avenue)
• 905-732-9776

Capacity: 665 — pool

• 405 Memorial Park Drive
• 905-732-0684