1. Visit the Town's ActiveNet and create an account.
2. Under the Activities heading, select your preferred Activity Category.
3. Browse available programs and select Enroll Now for your desired program and timeslot.
4. Complete payment to secure your spot.
5. Arrive at the pool on the first session's date and time—you're all set to dive in!

All programs are offered at both Niagara Pool and St. Davids Pool.

Programs Viewable Online: April 15, 2026
Resident Registration: April 29, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
Non-Resident Registration: May 6, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

DROP-IN FEES

• Preschool (0-3 years): FREE
• Youth (4-15 years): $3.00
• Adult (16-59 years): $4.00
• Senior (ages 60+): $3.00
• Family (up to 5 people in the same household): $16.00

Drop-in fees can be paid at the pool using cash or debit. Payments are accepted starting 15 minutes before the swim begins. Drop-in swims include Aqua Fitness, Family Swim, Lane Swim, and Public Swim.

Memberships will be available for purchase for NOTL residents starting April 29, and non-residents starting May 6.

Purchase your Aquatics Membership 

Memberships provide unlimited access to Aqua Fitness, Family Swim, Lane Swim, and Public Swim, plus priority entry 30 minutes before each session.

Memberships are valid for the full summer season and can only be purchased online.

Memberships will be available for purchase for NOTL residents starting April 29, and non-residents starting May 7.

Purchase your Aquatics Membership 

RESIDENT: MEMBERSHIPS

• Youth (4-15 years): $67.25
• Adult (16-59 years): $65.04 +HST
• Senior (ages 60+): $59.51 +HST
• Family (up to 5 from the same household): $113.49 +HST
• Guest Pass (1-week): $21.46 +HST

NON-RESIDENT: MEMBERSHIPS

• Youth (4-15 years): $77.00
• Adult (16-59 years): $74.55 +HST
• Senior (ages 60+): $68.14 + HST
• Family (up to 5 same from the same household): $130.08 +HST
• Guest Pass (1-week): $24.55 +HST

Grab your family, bathing suits, and towels and head to the Niagara Pool or St. Davids Pool to make a splash in our Public Swim. This swim offers a recreational swim atmosphere with access to the entire pool, including the diving board (Niagara Pool) and slide (St. Davids Pool). This swim is open to individuals of all ages.

ADMISSION BAND POLICY

• Red Band (0-5 years): Must be accompanied by an adult (age 14+) within arms reach at a ratio of 1 Adult to 2 Red Bands.
• Yellow Band (6-12 years): Swimmers will receive a Yellow Band upon arrival, and will be asked to take a facility swim test. Swimmers who pass the test will receive a green band, while those who do not pass will receive a red band. Swimmers with a yellow or red band must remain in the shallow end and swim within arm's reach of an adult, with a ratio of 1 adult to 4 children.
• Green Band (10+): Can swim unaccompanied in the pool without a swim test.

SWIM TEST REQUIREMENTS

Demonstrate the ability to jump into shallow water comfortably and swim unassisted two widths of the pool without touching the bottom, and tread in deep water for 20 seconds.

This swim is geared toward families with young children, and adults (ages 16+) looking to swim leisurely, offered at both Niagara Pool and St. Davids Pool. Please note that all individuals 0-15 years of age must be supervised in the pool by an adult (ages 16+). This swim is open to individuals of all ages.

ADMISSION BAND POLICY

• Red Band (0-15 years): Must be accompanied by an adult (age 16+) at a ratio of 1 Adult to 4 Red Bands.
• Green Band (ages 16+): Can swim unaccompanied in the pool and can supervise Red Bands aged 0-15 years of age.

Lane Swim is available for youth competitive swimmers ages 9+ and adults of all ages. Youth must be capable of swimming consecutive lengths without stopping. The pool is divided into lanes for participants to swim, water walk, or water jog the length of the pool. Permitted equipment for lane swims includes snorkels, hand paddles, pull buoys, flutter boards, goggles, and swim caps.

Aqua Fit classes are available for individuals ages 16+ and take place at the Niagara Pool and St. Davids Pool. The program uses the buoyancy and resistance of the water to give participants a safe, effective full-body workout. The focus is on cardiovascular, muscle toning, flexibility and increased mobility. Resistance dumbbells are provided and incorporated into each class. This class takes place in the shallow end.

Each class will offer a 45-minute instructor-led workout and a 5-minute “free time” leisure period to water walk, swim lanes, do a personal workout, or socialize.

The class capacity is 30 participants. Once the capacity is met, additional participants cannot be accommodated.

Register for Group Lessons

Group swimming lessons are offered in two scheduling options throughout July and August, lessons are not offered on Saturday or Sunday. See below for levels offered and lesson dates.

SWIM LEVELS OFFERED: Follow each link for a full program description.

• Lifesaving Society Parent & Tot (4 months - 3 years old)
• Preschool (3-5 years old)
• Swimmer (5-12 years old)
• Lifesaving Society Canadian Swim Patrol (8-12 years old)
• Lifesaving Society Bronze Star (8-12 years old)

Register for Private/Semi-Private Lessons

Semi-private lessons can include friends or family members within two swim levels of each other (up to three participants).

 Semi-Private Lessons:

• To register for a semi-private lesson, enroll one participant in your desired timeslot and add the additional participants to the Waitlist.
• Call the Community Centre at (905) 468-4386 to complete enrollment for the remaining participants.

*Children aged 4 months to 4 years may register for Private lessons based on their learning needs and developmental stage. An adult must accompany the child in the water during each lesson. Please contact Staff to enroll. 

See below for levels offered and lesson dates.

SWIM LEVELS OFFERED: Follow each link for a full program description.

• Lifesaving Society Parent & Tot (4 months - 3 years old)*
• Preschool (3-5 years old)
• Swimmer (5-12 years old)
• Lifesaving Society Canadian Swim Patrol (8-12 years old)
• Lifesaving Society Bronze Star (8-12 years old)
• Adult Swimmer (ages 13+)
• Fitness Swimmer (ages 6+)

*Children between 4 months and 3 years must be accompanied by an adult in the water during the private lesson.

Register for Electrifying Eels Swim Team

The Electrifying Eels is a recreational summer swim team for swimmers aged 5-17. Participants will attend local swim meets on weekends, receive a team swim cap, and have the option to purchase additional team gear (extra fees apply). Practices will be held at either St. Davids Pool or Niagara Pool, but all swimmers will compete together as one team.

Safety Eligibility

To participate, swimmers must be able to:

• Swim 25m unassisted (front or back)
• Demonstrate 20 seconds of surface support in deep water

Summer Swim Team Kick-Off (Date: Saturday, June 20 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)

All new Electrifying Eels swimmers must attend a skill assessment to confirm safety eligibility and determine their practice group. This is also a great opportunity to meet the coaches and showcase their skills!

Practice Schedule

• Swimmers will be assigned to practice groups based on age and skill level.*
• Families registering multiple swimmers will be scheduled together whenever possible.
• Group assignments and team communication will begin in June, coordinated by the Aquatic Coordinator.

*By registering, you agree to be placed in either practice group based on availability.

Register for Aquatic Leadership Programs

Start your journey toward becoming a lifeguard by first becoming a lifesaver. Candidates must be at least 13 years old or have completed Bronze Star (optional). We offer all three certification programs to help youth and adults build the skills needed to become certified lifeguards.

Lifeguards are more than strong swimmers. They are trained water rescue professionals with skills in emergency care, accident prevention, and public education. They play an important role in keeping our community safe by identifying risks, preventing injuries, and teaching others how to stay safe in and around water.

PROGRAMS OFFERED: Follow each link for a full program description.

• Lifesaving Society | Bronze Medallion
• Lifesaving Society | Bronze Cross
• Lifesaving Society | National Lifeguard - Pool

Bronze Medallion

Location: Niagara Pool (370 King St.)
Dates: July 13 - July 17 (Monday - Friday)

Class Time: 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (Monday - Thursday), 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (Friday - Exam Day)

Bronze Cross

Location: Niagara Pool (370 King St.)
Dates: August 18-22 (Monday - Friday)

Class Time: 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (Monday - Thursday), 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (Friday - Exam Day)

National Lifeguard – Pool (NEW!)

Location: Niagara Pool
Dates: August 24 - Sept 4 (Monday - Friday)

Class Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Monday - Thursday), 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Friday - Exam Day)

Address: 1565 Four Mile Creek Road, Virgil (Centennial Sports Park)
2026 Dates: June 1 - October 12, 2026 (weather dependent)
Hours of Operation: 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. daily

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Address: 25 Picton Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake (Simcoe Park)
2025 Dates: June 28 - September 7, 2026
Schedule: 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. daily

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Q. Are refunds offered?

Before the second lesson, refunds will be issued for medical reasons only. A 10% Administrative fee is applied to all refunds.

Q. Are the pools heated?

Yes, both Niagara Pool and St. Davids Pool are heated.

Q. Can I purchase a season pass for swimming?

Seasonal Memberships can be purchased online only and can be used at either pool for all drop-in swimming activities. Please refer to the Drop-in Swimming section for more information.

Q. What do I need to bring to the pool?

• A proper bathing suit and a towel
• Goggles (optional) *Will not be provided by the pool
• Kickboard/noodle (optional for Lane swim/Family swim) *No equipment will be provided by the pool
• Lifejackets, small float toys, and/or diving toys (optional for family swim/pool rentals) *Not offered by the pool

Q. Will my child need to take a swim test?

All swimmers aged 6-9 years old are required to complete the facility swim test to:

• Swim in the deep end
• Use diving boards/slides
• Swim unattended by a parent or guardian

The swim test includes swimming two (2) widths of the pool unassisted and without the child putting their feet on the bottom of the pool. If successful, the lifeguard will provide a green wristband that must be worn for the swim duration. If the child cannot complete the swim test or chooses not to, they will be given a yellow wristband and must have a parent or guardian on the pool deck for the duration of their swim.

*All swimmers five (5) and under will be given a red wristband and must always have a parent or guardian within arm's reach in the pool.

Q. Can my child swim unattended wearing a life jacket/floaties?

No. A child may only swim unattended if they have passed the swim test and/or are ten (10) years or older. Children wearing life jackets/floaties must always be within arm's reach of a parent or guardian and are NOT permitted to use diving boards or slides.

Q. How do I know what swim level to register my child?

Please refer to our Aquatics Programming drop-down tabs for descriptions of each level. If you are unsure of the appropriate level for your child, please email aquatics@notl.com, and our knowledgeable aquatics staff will be happy to help you find the right level for your child.  

Pool facilities, including the Niagara Pool, St. Davids Pools and wading pool, close when there is heavy rain and/or active thunder and lightning. Onsite signage will help to inform the public when these facilities are closed due to poor weather conditions. All other unexpected closures will be shared via the Town's website and social media channels.