Fall learn-to-swim lessons start Saturday, September 18 at community centre pools. Pre-registration is now open at vaughan.perfectmind.com. We recommend using Google Chrome for best results.

UPDATED SEPTEMBER 13: Swim Instructors will remain on deck while instructing all learn-to-swim lessons at Vaughan pools this fall; parent/guardian participation in water is required for Preschool 1-5 and Swimmer 1-3 swim levels.

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.

Parent & Tot 1-3
Parent/guardian participation in water is required. Swim instructors will remain on deck while instructing swimmers in the water.

Preschool 1-5 and Swimmer 1-3 swim levels
This update impacts the instructional method of early development swim levels requiring direct contact, including Preschool 1-5 and Swimmer 1-3, for both group and private/semi-private lessons, as well as special needs swim lessons. Children registered in these swim levels will now require a parent/guardian to actively participate in the pool with them. Parents/guardians must be comfortable in shallow water and actively assist their child with what the instructor is demonstrating on deck; the ability to swim is not a requirement. One parent/guardian 14 years or older can attend with a maximum of two children 7-9 registered in the same class. One parent/guardian 16 years or older can attend with a maximum of two children 6 years and younger registered in the same class.

Swimmer 4-9, Adult & Teen, Special Interest swim levels
No parent/guardian participation in water is required. Swim instructors will remain on deck while instructing swimmers in the water.

We understand this change may not work for everyone. Parents/guardians who are uncomfortable going into the water with their child can withdraw online from their registered swim lesson, 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.

Semi-private (1-on-2) lessons: Register one participant in a 1-on-1 swim time at vaughan.perfectmind.com. Once your registration is confirmed, email swim@vaughan.ca to coordinate registration of the second participant. Parent/guardian participation in water is required for Preschool 1-5 and Swimmer 1-3.

Special needs lessons: Parents/guardians are required to complete a Special Needs Information Form and provide proof of their child’s disability or a doctor’s certificate that their child has a disability and one-on-one swimming is recommended. Participants are required to provide their own support worker or guardian as the swim instructor will remain on deck. For more information email specialneeds@vaughan.ca.

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 swim lessons? Email swim@vaughan.ca. If you require assistance registering, email RecCSD@vaughan.ca.

Not sure which level to register for? Parents/guardians who are unsure what level to register their child in can get a free assessment from a City of Vaughan lifeguard during any recreational swim. Regular admission policies apply. Visit our Recreational Swimming & Aquafitness webpage for schedules and fees.