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COVID-19 Update: Summer recreation programs and swim lessons are cancelled. Modified, on-site summer camps are running July 20 to September 4. Permits for both indoor and outdoor facilities have been cancelled until July 5, 2020 (inclusive). All City of Vaughan community centres and Thornhill Outdoor Pool remain closed to the public, and in-person City-led events are postponed until further notice. Visit the City of Vaughan COVID-19 webpage for updates. For further inquiries, email RecCSD@vaughan.ca or call Access Vaughan at 905.832.2281.

We offer swimming lessons, leadership course, recreational swimming opportunities and water-based fitness classes in 9 pools year-round, and one outdoor pool during the summer.

Swimming Lessons
We offer lessons based on the Lifesaving Society's Swim for Life curriculum. These lessons, available from Preschool to Advanced levels, are comprehensive swim instruction that is accessible, flexible, success-oriented and fun. Opportunities for group lessons, low sensory environment lessons, adult lessons, private and semi-private, family, and diving are all available. View our programs in the Recreation Vaughan eGuide or register for programs on RecOnline.

Become a Lifeguard or Swim Instructor

Character building, course & fitness membership discounts, competitive wages - so many reasons to love your rec job! See the Swimming: Leadership section in our Recreation Vaughan eGuide or visit RecJobs for more details.

Recreational Swimming & Aquafitness
Enjoy a length, parent & tot, recreational or therapy swim at one of our local pools. Or get active and take one of our aquafitness classes. All swimmers must follow our Admission Guidelines.