Aquatics

Register for Pool Programs Here!

Due to continuing daytime lifeguard shortages, a modified schedule took effect Thursday, October 26. We have added an extra early morning swim for our lane swimmers, and we will continue to run morning fit lanes, parent and tots and aqua fitness. Please note that capacity limits may be in effect. We thank you for your patience.

A great opportunity for your child under the age of 5 to interact with their peers in the water. Parents & Tots are limited to the use of the wade pool, and may only use the lap pool after approval from a lifeguard.

Swimmers are to swim in a loop style in appropriate lane (slow/medium/fast) to maximize lane usage. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Open Swim for all ages! Slide & diving Board Available

Float in the deep-end or stay in the shallow end! Participate in a 45 minute water workout. Follow up with 15 minutes in the swirl pool or sauna or push yourself further with laps.

Attention new parents! An ongoing class and fitness splash for parents or caregivers with babies from 6 months to 2 years old. Babies float and play in a safety approved baby seat while caregivers exercise. A social time for babies and a workout time for caregivers. Both the main pool and wade pool are accessible. An Aquatic Wheelchair and Walker is available.

Fees and Policies

AQUATIC FEES

WRISTBAND POLICY IN EFFECT

Swimming Lessons

Whether you're a parent wishing to enroll your child in swimming lessons, a teen wishing to become an instructor or lifeguard, or an adult looking to improve your own swimming skills, the Espanola Regional Recreation Complex has the program for you. We offer quality programs through the Red Cross and The Lifesaving Society to meet all of your needs.

Winter 2024 Swimming Lesson Schedule

Determining your child's level

POOL FOULINGS result in multiple program cancellations.

If your child is feeling ill, skip the pool
Avoid meals before swimming
Toddlers who are not yet toilet trained must wear little swimmer

Advanced Leadership Courses

The Lifesaving Society Bronze Star award is the pre-Bronze Medallion training standard and it provides excellent preparation for success in obtaining the Bronze Medallion award. In Bronze Star, participants develop problem-solving and decision-making skills as individuals and as partners. They learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and they develop Water Smart® confidence and the lifesaving skills needed to be their own personal lifeguard.

Prerequisites: NONE (Swim Patrol experience recommended)

Registration is now open!

Thursdays from 6:45 pm to 7:45 pm starting October 12, 2023 until November 30, 2023

Register at espanola.ca/recreation/aquatics or call 705-869-1961

The Lifesaving Society Bronze Medallion award teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education: judgment, knowledge, skill, and fitness

Prerequisites: Bronze Star or 13 years old. Register at espanola.ca/recreation/aquatics or call 705-869-1961

The Lifesaving Society Bronze Cross award is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training, including an introduction to safe supervision in aquatic facilities

Prerequisites: Bronze Medallion

Register online at espanola.ca/recreation/aquatics or call 705-869-1961

JANUARY 2024 OPPORTUNITY

The National Lifeguard (NL) is recognized as the standard measure of lifeguard performance in Canada, NL education is designed to develop a sound understanding of lifeguarding principles, good judgment, and a mature and responsible attitude toward the role of the lifeguard.

Prerequisites: 15 years old, Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid w/ CPR C

Red Cross to Lifesaving Society Swim Lesson Conversion

As of January 2023 the Red Cross is passing on their swim lesson programs to the Lifesaving Society in order to focus on humanitarian needs. See the conversion chart below to identify where your child will place in the new program.

Red Cross to Lifesaving Society conversion chart

Pool Ramp and Water Wheelchair

Providing different means of access to our pool will better serve users with varying needs.

Ramp and Water Wheelchair

Youth Swim Team

We are looking for coaches and volunteers to form a Youth Swim Team.

For more information please contact Sara at 705 869 1961 or [email protected]

Aquatics

Parents and Tots

Fit Lanes

Recreation Swims

Aqua Fitness

Diaper Fit

Membership and Drop In Fees and Policies

The Espanola Regional Recreation Complex has the right program for you

Bronze Star - Registration is now open!

Bronze Medallion

Bronze Cross

National Lifeguard

Red Cross to Lifesaving Society Swim Lesson Conversion

Pool Ramp and Water Wheelchair

Youth Swim Team