Swimming

Registration opens every Wednesday at 9 a.m. for the upcoming Friday – Thursday

Registration opens every Wednesday at 9 a.m. for the upcoming Friday – Thursday

Pre-register for each zone on a first come, first served basis. 

Registration will open every Wednesday at 9 a.m. for the upcoming Friday – Thursday. 

Online registration can be done through ACTIVE Ajax. 

Please Note: If you book multiple zones during the same swim time please be aware that these bookings may be subject to additional admission fees. Multiple zone bookings will be monitored on a case by case basis and misuse may result in additional charges. 

Audley Recreation Centre - Closed

Ajax Community Centre - Closed

Don't miss out! Pre-registration is required to ensure you get the zone and time you want.

For inquiries call 905-427-2468 from Monday to Friday between 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. 

• Swim patrons – at Audley Recreation Centre, please enter through the main  doors marked A – Aquatics & Fitness Entrance. 
• Bring indoor flip flops to wear on deck. There are designated areas to take off and leave your outdoor shoes/coats while you swim. No outdoor footwear will be permitted on the pool deck.  
• Only patrons who are in good health should register for a zone
• Masks are required for entering and within the building, but must be removed for showering and swimming (masks will not be provided)
• Read all COVID-19 updates and safety protocols before booking your zone so you have a good understanding of the policies in place
• Be respectful of the aquatic staff and other patrons by practicing physical distancing
• Please see Pool Policies below for information on swim attire and adult to child swim ratios

Pre-registration is still required but non-members must pay at the Customer Service Desk when arriving for their pre-registered swim time. Credit/Debit preferred.

Please Note: If you book multiple zones during the same swim time please be aware that these bookings may be subject to additional admission fees. Multiple zone bookings will be monitored on a case by case basis and misuse may result in additional charges. 

Please Note: For Swim/Skate members, pre-registration is still required but the registration fee will be $0.

Call 905-427-2468 from Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. 

The Wet Interview is the first step in our hiring process. Applicants should be prepared to demonstrate a wide variety of skills from applicable aquatic leadership courses (ex. National Lifeguard and Red Cross Water Safety Instructor).

The Wet Interview can evaluate: emergency situations, resuscitation skills, spinal management, instructional skills and a water safety skill or activity. You will also be required to do the National Lifeguard time swim which is 16 lengths in 10 minutes as well as the National Lifeguard under water swim which is 15m. 

Applicants must be prepared to perform any or all of the items listed above as well as additional skills. Candidates who cannot perform these skills will not proceed to the next steps in recruitment.

When you successfully pass your wet interview you will be invited to a dry interview. 

The dry interview gives you the opportunity to share your strengths and accomplishments with us.

We already know that you have your aquatic qualifications so be prepared to tell us how you are involved in your school and your community and we look forward to hearing about the extra circular activities you are in involved in. 

The Bronze Medallion & Bronze Cross programs are the first step to becoming a lifeguard. This information package has useful information to prepare you for exactly what to expect when enrolled in these courses.

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Knowing how to assist others in a medical emergency is a life skill that everyone should have. Through the Emergency First Aid and Standard First Aid programs you’ll learn many skills that can be used in your day to day life in the event of an emergency. This information package has useful information to prepare you for exactly what to expect when enrolled in this course.

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Have you ever thought about becoming a lifeguard? The National Lifeguard program will get you there! The program emphasizes teamwork, leadership, and communication in the prevention of accidents and in first aid treatment of medical emergencies. This information package has useful information to prepare you for exactly what to expect when enrolled in this course.

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Have you ever thought about becoming a swim instructor? The Red Cross Water Safety Instructor program will get you there! Through techniques like physical manipulation, demonstration, verbal & written feedback, etc. candidates learn how to be a well-rounded and effective instructor. This information package has useful information to prepare you for exactly what to expect when enrolled in this course. 

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• Children 3yrs & under are admitted free and must be accompanied by a paying adult/guardian.
• Children 6yrs & under must be accompanied by an adult/guardian. Maximum of 2 children per adult/guardian. Please supervise children at all times (at arm’s reach) in the water.

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• Children 7-9yrs who cannot pass the swim test must be accompanied by an adult/guardian. Maximum 4 children per adult/guardian. Adults/ guardians must be in a bathing suit, in the water and able to assist child if needed. Patrons who are 48” tall (ACC only) and able to swim 2 widths of the pool may be admitted to the swimming pool without supervision, however an adult/guardian must be on the premises at all times.

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• Children 10yrs & older are permitted to swim alone without an adult/guardian on the premises. ACC only - If a child is not 48” tall they must pass the swim test to swim alone.
• All patrons entering the pool area are required to pay admission.
• A guardian must be at least 14yrs of age in order to supervise a swimmer under the age of 10.

All swimmers entering the pool must change from street clothes into an appropriate lined swimsuit that is suitable for a public family environment.

In addition to wearing a swimsuit and for those wishing to cover up, the following options may also apply - shorts, long or short-sleeved t-shirt, shorts or tight fitted leggings over the swimsuit.

All clothing worn must be clean.

Clothing must allow the patron to participate safely in the pool.

No street clothes, shoes, bathing suits with zippers/metal pieces or undergarments. Swimming attire is subject to approval by the lifeguard on duty.