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Aquatic leadership programs. Register now.

Safety is our top priority. The City of Vaughan continues to work with all levels of government to respond to COVID-19 and as the requirements to show proof of vaccination and proof of identification evolve.

Individuals age 12 and older are required to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated and have received their final dose of a COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to entering a City facility, unless the individual qualifies for an exemption.

Click here for COVID-19 protocols and vaccination requirements.

Service Disruption Update: Starting on Saturday, October 2, Al Palladini Community Centre will begin to partially reopen, including the indoor skating rink and swimming pool, following last week’s flooding of the facility. All other amenities will remain closed while restoration work continues. Patrons can access the community centre through the east entrance. The west entrance remains closed. The fitness centre is closed and recreation programming is cancelled until future notice.

Become a Swim Instructor & Lifeguard

Teaching a life-saving skill or saving a life: it doesn’t get more rewarding than that!
Swim instructors and lifeguards are prestigious part-time jobs, and we’re always hiring! Receive training and certification in our aquatic leadership programs. Character building, course and fitness membership discounts, competitive wages - so many reasons to become a Vaughan lifeguard or swim instructor! Refer to our Leadership Progression Chart or our Aquatic Leadership Brochure for more details. Click here for pool locations and amenities.

UPDATED SEPTEMBER 13: Swim Instructors will remain on deck while instructing all aquatic leadership programs at Vaughan pools this fall.

As Ontario remains in Step 3 of the Province of Ontario’s Roadmap to Reopening, the City of Vaughan continues to implement precautionary measures to protect staff and citizens against COVID-19. Therefore, swim instructors will remain on deck and be equipped with a face covering or mask while instructing all learn-to-swim lessons during the fall session, starting September 18.

We understand this change may not work for everyone. Participants can withdraw online from their registered program, without penalty.

To withdraw visit your online registration account at vaughan.perfectmind.com. For more information, refer to to the Cancellation & Withdrawal section on our Frequently Asked Questions webpage.

If you require assistance with a withdrawal or are not satisfied after attending the first class, email RecCSD@vaughan.ca for a full refund or credit.

The City continues to monitor public health guidelines and will adjust programming guidelines accordingly.

Details and direct links to registration can be found on our online registration system at vaughan.perfectmind.com. As part of the check-in procedure, participants are required to complete the Provincial Public Health Self-assessment prior to entering the facility. For safety guidelines and more information, view our Pool Guidelines & Safety Standards or refer to our Swimming Lessons: Frequently Asked Questions.

Questions about leadership programs? Email swim@vaughan.ca. If you require assistance registering, email RecCSD@vaughan.ca.