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Safety is our top priority. As the global COVID-19 pandemic evolves and the Omicron variant spreads quickly across Ontario and Canada, the City of Vaughan continues to work with all levels of government to keep the community safe.

UPDATED JANUARY 21: Preparing to reopen! Following the Province’s announcement that Ontario will be cautiously and gradually easing public health measures, all City of Vaughan community centres, fitness centres and swimming pools will re-open at 50% capacity on Monday, January 31.

Vaughan Fitness Centres will operate at 50% reduced capacity; pre-registration for workouts is not required. For details visit vaughan.ca/fitness. The re-opening of Al Palladini Fitness Centre will be delayed until February 1 due to flooring installation.
In-person drop-in activities, including recreational swimming and aquafitness; skating and shinny hockey; sports and game rooms; and fitness classes will be available at 50% reduced capacity and is based on staffing availability. Pre-registration and pre-payment is available for your convenience at vaughan.perfectmind.com. Limited spots will be available for walk-ins prior to the start of a recreational activity. Community centres are cashless; payment can be made at customer service via credit or debit.
In-person winter recreation programs and swim lessons will start on Saturday, February 5 at 50% reduced capacity for a shortened session. Participants will be contacted regarding program details and fees will be pro-rated and participants automatically refunded.

Fitness and pool members are advised to reactive their membership in advance, as an active membership is required to access the fitness centre or pool, otherwise the single-visit fee will be applied. To reactivate your membership email RecCSD@vaughan.ca or call Access Vaughan at 905.832.2281.

For more information, visit the City’s COVID-19 webpage at vaughan.ca/COVID19. Click here for other COVID-19 updates, protocols and vaccination requirements.

Dip in!
Recreational swimming and aquafitness, swimming lessons and aquatic leadership programs are offered at pools across the City of Vaughan. For safety information, view our Pool Guidelines & Safety Standards. For further inquiries, email swim@vaughan.ca or refer to our Swimming Lessons: Frequently Asked Questions.

Click here for pool locations and amenities.

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