Public Swimming | Township of Wilmot

The Township offers public swimming opportunities and aquafit programming at the Wilmot Recreation Complex for a for a range of ages.

On this page:

Pool Closures and Cancellations
Drop-in Swimming Schedule
Aquafit Schedule
Fees and Passes
Admission and Wristband Policy
Swim Test
Lifejackets
PAL Card

Swim Schedule

All programs listed below are drop-in; pre-registration is not required. Schedules are valid from January 2, 2026 to June 28, 2026

Closures and Cancellations

View a list of upcoming closures and program cancellations when planning your swim to avoid disappointment.

Upcoming Closures and Cancellations

Regularly scheduled programs are not offered on statutory holidays.

Date	Details
Wednesday, February 11	All programs between 7 am - 3:45 pm. Easy Does It Aquafit, 8:45 am \| Deep Aquafit 9 am \| Lane Swim, 9 am and 11:30 am \| Shallow Aquafit, 9:45 am \| Family Swim, 10:30 am \| Adult and Senior Swim, 12:45 pm
Friday, March 13	Open Swim, 7:30 pm
Saturday, March 14	All programs between 10:15 am - 4 pm Combo Aquafit, 10:15 am \| Lane Swim, 12:45 pm \| Open Swim, 2 pm
Sunday, March 15	All programs between 12:30 - 4 pm Family Swim, 12:30 pm \| Lane Swim, 12:30 pm \| Open Swim, 2:15 pm

Indoor Track Closures

During swim meets and other large events, the Indoor Track at the Wilmot Recreation Complex is a busy place due to its proximity to our viewing galleries. Track users are encouraged to avoid the identified service disruption timeframes for the most enjoyable experience.

Visit our Indoor Track page for a list of upcoming closures and disruptions.

Drop-in Swimming

Adult/Senior Swim

Program Details

Recreational swimming held in the Leisure Pool for seniors and participants over the age of 18.

Upcoming Cancellations

Wednesday, February 11, 12:45 - 1:30 pm

Schedule

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

12:45 - 1:30 pm

Family Swims

Program Details

Swims are held in the Leisure Pool only
All participants must meet the Swim Admission Policy.
Children (under 18) must be accompanied into the water by a parent or guardian

Upcoming Cancellations

Wednesday, February 11, 10:30 - 11:15 am
Sunday, March 15, 12:30 - 2 pm

Schedule

Monday, Wednesday, Friday	10:30 am - 11:15 am
Sunday	12:30 - 2 pm

Check the P.D. Day and Holiday Swims schedule below for added Family Swim times.

Lane Swims

Program Details

Length swims are held in the Lap Pool.
All participants must meet the Swim Admission Policy.
Lanes will be set up for fast, medium, slow and leisure swimmers. Please choose a lane based on your swimming ability. Please be aware that you may be asked to switch lanes based on the swimmers participating during that particular swim.
Please ensure that the wall area is free of other swimmers before entering the pool.

Upcoming Cancellations

Wednesday, February 11, 9 - 10:30 am, and 11:30 am - 1 pm
Saturday, March 14, 12:45 - 1:45 pm
Sunday, March 15, 12:30 - 2 pm

Schedule

Monday	6 - 7:30 am, 9 - 10:30 am, 11:30 am - 1 pm, 7:30 - 9:30 pm
Tuesday	6:30 - 7:45 am, 9:30 - 10:30 am, 11:30 am - 1 pm 7:30 - 9:30 pm
Wednesday	9 - 10:30 am, 11:30 am - 1 pm, 7:30 - 9:30 pm
Thursday	6:30 - 7:45 am, 9:30 - 10:30 am, 11:30 am - 1 pm, 7:30 - 9:30 pm
Friday	9 - 10:30 am, 11:30 am - 1 pm
Saturday	12:45 - 1:45 pm
Sunday	12:30 - 2 pm

Open Swims

Program Details

Swims are held in both pools.
All participants must meet the Swim Admission Policy.

Upcoming Cancellations

Friday, March 13, 7:30 - 9 pm
Saturday, March 14, 2 - 4 pm
Sunday, March 15, 2:15 - 3:45 pm

Schedule

Friday	7:30 - 9 pm
Saturday	2 - 4 pm
Sunday	2:15 - 3:45 pm

Check the P.D. Day and Holiday Swims schedule below for added Open Swim times.

PD Day Swims

Friday, January 16

10:30 - 11:15 am | Family Swim (leisure pool only)
1:30 - 3:30 pm | Open Swim (leisure pool only)

Friday, April 24

10:30 - 11:15 am | Family Swim (leisure pool only)
1:30 - 3:30 pm | Open Swim (both pools)

Friday, May 29

1:30 - 3:30 pm | Open Swim (leisure pool only)

Drop-in Aquafit

Combo Aquafit

Program Details

Participants will spend 30 minutes exercising in the shallow end followed by 30 minutes in the deep end.
All classes are offered in the Lap Pool.
All participants must meet the Swim Admission Policy.
Participants must wear a water belt for the deep water portion of the class.

Upcoming Cancellations

Saturday, March 14, 10:15 - 11:15 am

Schedule

Monday, Wednesday	7:30 - 8:30 pm
Tuesday, Thursday	9:30 - 10:30 am
Saturday	10:15 - 11:15 am

Deep Water Aquafit

Program Details

All classes are offered in the deep end of the Lap Pool.
Classes consist of a warmup, muscular endurance, cardio and a cool down.
Participants must wear a water belt for the deep water portion of the class.

All participants must meet the Swim Admission Policy.

Upcoming Cancellations

Wednesday, February 11, 9 - 9:45 am

Schedule

Monday, Friday	9:45 - 10:30 am
Tuesday	7:30 - 8:15 pm
Wednesday	9 - 9:45 am
Thursday	12:10 - 12:50 pm

Shallow Water Aquafit

Program Details

All classes are offered in the shallow end of the Lap Pool.
Classes consist of stationary movements.
All participants must meet the Swim Admission Policy.

Upcoming Cancellations

Wednesday, February 11, 9:45 - 10:30 am

Monday and Friday	9 - 9:45 am
Tuesday	6:45 - 7:30 am
Wednesday	9:45 - 10:30 am
Thursday	7:30 - 8:15 pm

Easy Does It Aquafit

Program Details

Participants will perform mild to moderate exercises in the Leisure Pool (warm water pool).
Focus will be on muscle and stretch.
All participants must meet the Swim Admission Policy.

Upcoming Cancellations

Wednesday, February 11, 8:45 - 9:30 am

Schedule

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday	8:45 - 9:30 am
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday	7:30 - 8:30 pm

Fees and Passes

Under 1 Year

1 Visit

Free

Youth (3 - 17 years)

1 Visit	$4
10 Visits	$36
50 Visits	$140
100 Visits	$240

Adult (18 - 54)

1 Visit	$6.25
10 Visits	$56.24
50 Visits	$218.71
100 Visits	$374.93

Senior (55+)

1 Visit	$5.50
10 Visits	$49.53
50 Visits	$192.61
100 Visits	$330.19

Family (2 adults/2 children under 18)

1 Visit

$16.50

Additional Child

1 Visit

$2

Weekday Family and Adult Swim

1 Visit	$2.50
10 Visits	$25

Admission and Wristband Policy

Staff at the Wilmot Aquatic Centre are trained in aquatic emergencies. They are required to supervise all patrons in the pool and cannot act in a childcare capacity.

Within the Admission Policy:

"Caregiver" is defined as a responsible parent or guardian 13 years of age or older who is responsible for the direct supervision of children 10 years of age and younger, and within arms reach. Caregivers of children 10 years and younger who have passed the swim test will be required to remain in the facility.
"Direct Supervision" is defined as being in the water, within arms reach and able to render immediate assistance.

In conjunction with our Admission Policy, we will be issuing wrist bands to young swimmers.

Swimmers under 7 years (Red Wrist Band)

Must be accompanied by a caregiver (13 and older) at all times. Caregivers must be in the water and remain within arms distance at all times.
Ratio of 1 caregiver to 2 swimmers
If any child within a group of swimmers is under 7 years of age, the ratio for the caregiver will always be 1:2.
Children wearing personal flotation devices (puddle jumpers, lifejackets etc.) must be supervised at all times.

Swimmers 7 - 10 years who wish to take the swim test (Yellow Wristband)

Caregiver ratio of 1:3 without lifejackets.
Caregiver ratio of 1:6 with all swimmers in a MTO approved lifejacket. If a swimmer removes their lifejacket the ratio then become 1:3.
Swimmers who are issued a yellow wrist band may perform a swim test to see if they can swim unaccompanied.
If the child passes the swim test, they can have their wrist band removed and a swim test card can be created for future visits.
If they do not pass the swim test, they will be issued a blue wristband and will be required to swim within arm's reach of a caregiver.

Swimmers 7 - 10 years of age who pass the swim test (No Wristband)

May be admitted into the pool without direct in-water supervision provided they can demonstrate the ability to pass the swim test.

Swimmers 7 - 10 years who have not passed the swim test (Blue Wristband)

Swimmers who choose not to perform the swim test or have not passed the swim test will be issued a blue wrist band.
Caregiver ratio of 1:3 without lifejackets.
Caregiver ratio of 1:6 with all swimmers in a MTO approved lifejacket. If a swimmer removes their lifejacket the ratio then become 1:3.

Swim Test

To meet common industry standards and best practices, the Wilmot Aquatic Centre uses the following criteria for swimmers 7 - 10 years of age who would like to swim unaccompanied by a caregiver.

In order to pass the swim test, each participant must be able to complete the following items comfortably without stopping or putting their feet on the bottom:

Swim 20m on front with the ability to put their face in the water at least once
Tread water for 15 seconds
Swim 20m once more on their front or back

Caregivers must remain in the aquatic facility until the swim test is completed successfully. If the child is unable to complete the swim test, the caregiver will be required to participate with the child. Swimmer ratios will be enforced.

Caregivers of successful swimmers are to remain in the facility during the swimmers participation in the swim.

Lifejackets

The facility has a limited supply of lifejackets. Swimmers may need to supply their own lifejacket.
Lifejackets may not be available for all programs.
Lifejackets must be Ministry of Transportation (MTO) approved and the appropriate size for the swimmer.
All straps and buckles must be secured.
Water wings, puddle jumpers or other floatation devices are not accepted as lifejackets.
If insufficient lifejackets are available, the ratio of 1:3 swimmers for the 7 - 10 year old swimmers will apply.

Medical Disorders

Persons who have known serious medical disorders such as seizure disorders are at greater risk while swimming. Those individuals should be accompanied and supervised by another individual knowledgeable on their condition.

PAL Card

With a PAL card, people with disabilities can bring a helper, often a friend or family member, to assist them in taking part in Township of Wilmot programs. In most cases, there is no extra cost as the helper is there to make sure you can participate and enjoy the activity and not there to participate themselves.

We accept the PAL card for Township of Wilmot run programs, including:

To use your PAL card, present the card when paying your program fees.

You cannot use the PAL card for ticketed events at our facilities run by third party organizations, businesses, or promoters.

Complete and submit a Pal Card Application Form to the Aquatics Supervisor.

Eligibility

Anyone who is older than four years old and has a disability that restricts them from performing activities, which has lasted longer than six months and cannot be eliminated by the use of a technical aide, such as eyeglasses, is eligible for a PAL card.
Temporary PAL cards are available for those with temporary disabilities.
Attendants must be 15 years of age or older. Different attendants can help the program participant on different days.
If an attendant would be taking part in an activity with a PAL cardholder, regardless of his or her disability, the attendant would be expected to pay the program fee. For example, if a child, who has a PAL card, does not meet our age requirement to swim alone during a recreational swim at the pool, an adult would have to supervise the child and pay the swim fee.