Toronto and East York District • Fall 2017/Winter 2018 The fun guide

Toronto Swim Continuum
We offer a full range of learn-to-swim, lifesaving, water sports and leadership programs for participants of 
all ages and abilities. When you enroll in a Toronto Learn to Swim program, you will enjoy the benefits of 
highly trained and friendly instructors,  excellent learning aids and progress reports.
Whether you have a child who needs to improve their skills, a teenager who wants to be a lifeguard, or 
you simply want to get back into the swim of things, give our instructional programs a try.
Small Group, Semi-Private, Tri-Private and Private Lessons
Available for participants who prefer smaller class sizes. 
Small Group Lessons are pre-scheduled.  See charts in the FUN Guide for class times and locations. All 
classes are subject to enrolment.
Private Lessons, Semi-Private and Tri-Private may be booked individually or in groups upon request. 
Participants in a semi-private or tri-private lessons should be no more than one level apart in their 
swimming ability. This is the responsibility of the parent/participant who co-ordinates semi-private or tri-
private lessons. 
All classes are 30 minutes in length. Semi-private/Tri-private lessons are offered in a 2:1/3:1 pupil to 
instructor ratio.  Fees will correspond to class maximums. These lessons are not available at all locations. 
Contact your local pool or area office for further information. 
 Private (1:1) = 1 participant 
 
Semi Private (2:1) = Maximum 2 participants 
 
Tri Private (3:1) = Maximum 3  participants 
 
Ultra 1-9: Small Group = Maximum 4 participants
Tiny Tots (1-5 years)
Children in Tiny Tots progress through the Learn to Swim skills at their own pace.  Lessons are private 
(one participant per instructor) and 15 minutes in length.  There are no prerequisites. The parent or 
guardian is not required to go into the water with the child.
Other information
Pool Fouling and Closures 
On occasion, pools close due to pool fouling. 
Health regulations require that our pools be closed 
anywhere from one to 24 hours depending on the 
nature of the fouling. The pool will reopen once 
the water chemistry is balanced and any affected 
equipment is disinfected.
If pool fouling occurs during instructional lessons, 
the City of Toronto will try to make up the lesson or 
provide a dry land lesson. If these options are not 
possible, a credit will be issued to your account for 
the missed lesson.
You can help keep our pools clean! Please do not 
eat right before swimming. If you need to eat, try to 
do so after swimming or a minimum of two hours 
before.
Guardian Swim
 (6 months to 5 years)
The Guardian Swim program is a three level 
progressive program which provides children 
with support from their parent or caregiver an 
introduction to the aquatic environment and to 
basic swimming skills. The program is designed 
to promote comfort and safety in the water for the 
caregiver and child.
One parent or guardian must actively participate 
in the water at all times with the child. This is a 
progressive program, children should be registered 
into the appropriate level based on skill, not age.
Guardian Swim 1
•  Introduction to entries and exits, submersion and 
breath control, and basic floats with assistance 
Guardian Swim 2
•  Introduction to front glides and back glides
•  Development of front float, back float, and 
surface support
Guardian Swim 3
•  Introduction to front swim with basic arm action, 
jump into water with personal flotation device
• Development of all skills unassisted
Preschool Swim 
(3-5 years)
The Preschool Swim program is a four level 
progressive program. This is the first opportunity 
for a child to participate in a swim program without 
their caregiver. It may also be their first swimming 
experience.
Preschool Swim 1 – Penguin
•  Introduction to entries and exits, submersion and 
breath control, and basic floats with assistance
Preschool Swim 2 – Stingray
•  Development of entries, exits, bobs and floats 
without assistance
• Introduction to front swim
• Continuous swim of 3m
Preschool Swim 3 - Otter
• Development of front swim and back swim
•  Introduction to side glides, sculling, and deep 
water
• Continuous swim of 5m
Preschool Swim 4 - Dolphin
•  Development of front swim, back swim, and side 
kick
• Jump into deep water
• Continuous swim of 10m.

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Ultra Swim
 (5-16 years)
The Ultra Swim program is a nine level progressive 
program.  
• Ultra 1 through 5 - 30 minutes 
• Ultra 6 and 7 - 45 minutes
• Ultra 8 and 9 - 60 minutes
Ultra Level 1
•  Introduction to entries and exits, submersion and 
breath control, and basic floats with assistance.
Ultra Level 2
•  Introduction to deep water, surface support, side 
glides, and kicking
• Development of front swim, back kick, and glides
• Continuous swim of 5m.
Ultra Level 3
•  Introduction to front crawl, diving, and back swim
•  Development of surface support, side glides, and 
kicking
• Continuous swim of 10m.
Ultra Level 4
•  Introduction to side breathing, whip-kick, and 
forward somersault
• Development of front crawl and treading water
• Continuous swim of 25m.
Ultra Level 5
•  Introduction to back crawl, eggbeater kick, and 
elementary backstroke arms
•  Development of front dive, forward roll, front crawl
• Continuous swim of 75m.
Ultra Level 6
•  Introduction to stride entries, surface dives, 
breaststroke, and interval training
•  Development of front crawl, back crawl, 
elementary backstroke, and eggbeater
• Continuous swim of 150m.
Ultra Level 7
•   Introduction to shallow dive into deep water, 
clothed treading water
•  Development of surface dives, eggbeater, front 
crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke, and 
breaststroke
• Continuous swim of 200m.
Ultra Level 8
• Development of strokes and skills
• Continuous swim of 300m.
Ultra Level 9
• Development of strokes and skills
• Continuous swim of 400m.
Ultra Youth Swim
 (9-16 years)
The Ultra Youth Swim program is a three level 
progressive program. It provides participants 
the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills in 
swimming and water safety with participants in the 
same age group. 
• Youth 1 through 3 - 60 minutes
Ultra Youth 1
•  Introduction of front and back swim, front, side 
and back glides, submersion and breath control 
and surface support in deep water
• Continuous swim of 25-50m.
Ultra Youth 2
•  Introduction of stride entry, eggbeater, surface 
dives, breaststroke
•  Development of front crawl, back crawl, 
elementary backstroke, surface support 
•  Continuous swim of 50-100m.
Ultra Youth 3
• Development of strokes and skills
• Continuous swim of 100-300m.
Adult Swim
 (17 years+) 
Older Adult Swim
 (60 years+)
The Adult/Older Adult Swim is a three level 
progressive program. It provides the participants 
the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills in 
swimming and water safety. Participants work on 
skill items at their own pace. 
Adult 1/Older Adult 1
•  Introduction of front and back swim, front, side 
and back glides, submersion and breath control 
and surface support in deep water
• Continuous swim of 25-50m.
Adult 2/Older Adult 2
•  Introduction of stride entry, eggbeater, 
breaststroke
•  Development of front crawl, back crawl, glides, 
surface support in deep water
• Continuous swim of 50-100m.
Adult 3/Older Adult 3
• Development of strokes and skills
• Continuous swim of 100 - 300m.
Other Swim Programs
Adapted Swim Lessons
This learn to swim program will encourage 
individuals with special needs to increase their 
comfort level in the water and promote aquatic skill 
development. Refer to the Adapted and Integrated 
section for more information.
Challenge
The Challenge Program is a three level program 
that teaches participants competitive skills and 
provides them with an opportunity to improve 
fitness and endurance.  The levels are Bronze, 
Silver and Gold.  
The program runs once a week and participants 
are challenged to improve their times and skills.  
There are no swim meets for the Challenge 
Program.
SPLASH Swim Team 
SPLASH Swim Team is a recreational competitive 
swim program geared towards developing 
competitive swimming skills.  Participants are 
encouraged to expand their swimming potential by 
practicing their strokes in a Team based environment 
and showcasing their skills in a competitive setting 
during swim meets. Each Team will have two 
practices a week for 8 to 9 weeks, that provide 
stroke improvement, competition and promotes fun. 
Swimmers compete according to the year they were 
born, not necessarily by their age at the time.
Stroke Improvement
The Child Stroke Improvement program provides 
participants from Ultra 5 and up an opportunity to 
work on the components of front crawl, back crawl, 
elementary backstroke and breaststroke.
The Adult Stroke Improvement/SwimFit program 
provides participants an opportunity to improve 
strokes and fitness under the guidance of an 
instructor.
First Aid
A variety of First Aid courses are offered 
throughout the city.  Visit toronto.ca/swim for 
additional information.
Standard First Aid
The 16-hour Standard First Aid course provides 
comprehensive training covering all aspects of first 
aid and CPR. This course provides knowledge and 
training in;
Medical and legal aspects, spinal injuries, heat and 
cold injuries, bone and joint injuries, abdominal 
and chest injuries, burns, medical emergencies and 
how to use an AED.
Lifesaving Society Standard First Aid (includes 
CPR-C) is recognized by the Workplace Safety 
and Insurance Board and the Ontario Health 
Regulation.
Toronto and East York 
Aquatic Highlights
Open and Inclusive Swim
This swim is designed for clients seeking a swim 
incorporating all gender expressions and body 
types. Facility window blinds will remain closed 
during this program.
Women Only Swims
Refer to the program charts for more information 
on women only programming.
Synchronized Swim
The Swim Synchro Program is offered at Jimmie 
Simpson Pool.
Synchronized swimming combines swimming, 
dance and gymnastics in the water.  Learn the 
basic skills and create individual and Team 
routines.  No prior experience required.  
Prerequisite:  Ultra 4 completed
Volunteer Opportunities
Aquatic Programs Volunteer Opportunities include:
• Swim Meet Support
• Adapted and Integrated Support
• Counsellor-in-Training: Aquatics
• Customer Service Support
• In-Water Program Support
• Special Event Support
• Victim Simulation in Aquatic Trainings
For more information or an application form, drop 
by your neighbourhood pool. 

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Registration begins – FALL: September 13 | WINTER: December 5
Pre-Lifeguard Programs
Patrol Program
Rookie Patrol 
(9 yrs+) Prerequisite: Ultra 8
Components include: timed 100-metre swims, 350-
metre workouts and swims with clothes. Develops 
swimming strength and efficiency with emphasis on 
personal responsibility for Water Smart behaviour.
Ranger Patrol 
(9 yrs+) Prerequisite: Ultra 9
Components include: timed 200-metre swims, 
100-metre fitness medley and support/carry a 
five-pound weight. Content is challenging but 
achievable with effort. Drills improve rescue abilities 
in the water.
Star Patrol 
(9 yrs+) Prerequisite: Ultra 9
Components include: timed 300-metre swims, 
600-metre workouts, lifeguard whistle signals, 
and airway and bleeding first aid priorities. 
Demands good physical conditioning and lifesaving 
judgement.
Junior Lifeguard
Junior Lifeguard Club 
(8 yrs+)
Learn all about the exciting world of lifeguarding.
• Improve your skills   • Improve your strokes 
• Make new friends   • Get fit and have fun!
Prerequisite: Children must be able to swim two 
lengths of the pool comfortably. 
The JLC offers a unique aquatic alternative for 
children who love the water and want more than 
just “lessons” or wish to complement the skills they 
are learning in swimming lessons or swim Team. 
Bronze Program
Bronze Star and Basic First Aid
Bronze Star is an excellent preparation course 
for success in Bronze Medallion.  Participants 
develop problem solving and decision making skills 
individually and with a partner.  Learn one-rescuer 
adult CPR, obstructed airway response and how to 
contact Emergency Medical Services.  Candidates will 
develop Water Smart confidence and the lifesaving 
skills needed to be their own personal lifesaver.  
These are official training certifications of the 
Lifesaving Society – Canada’s lifeguarding experts.
Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid 
Prerequisite: Bronze Star or minimum 13 years old
Candidates that have Bronze Star and are under 13 
years of age can register for this course by calling 
416-338-4386 or attend an in-person registration 
site on priorty registration days (see page 5 for 
locations). Online and Touch-Tone registration are 
not available for this age group. 
Teaches youth and adult lifesavers how to respond 
in complex water rescue situations.  Bronze 
Medallion develops physical fitness, decision 
making and judgement skills in preparation for 
challenging rescues of increased risk.  Lifesavers 
must demonstrate stroke efficiency and endurance 
in a timed swim.  Candidates must be able to 
complete a 500-metre swim in 15 minutes or less 
by the course exam date.  Emergency First Aid 
teaches general knowledge of first aid principles 
and the emergency treatment of injuries. Skills 
include: victim assessment, adult, child and infant 
CPR, and obstructed airway response, identification 
and treatment of respiratory and circulatory 
emergencies. Bronze Medallion and Emergency First 
Aid are prerequisites for all future lifesaving awards. 
Emergency First Aid
The Emergency First Aid course is for those who 
want a general knowledge of first aid principles and 
the emergency treatment of injuries. Skills include: 
victim assessment, CPR, choking, respiratory and 
circulatory emergencies such as heart attack and 
stroke and how to deal with external bleeding. 
Successful candidates receive both Emergency 
First Aid certifications. Emergency First Aid is 
recognized by the Workplace Safety and Insurance 
Board.
Bronze Cross  
Prerequisite: Bronze Medallion and Emergency 
First Aid
This course is designed for lifesavers who want 
the challenge of more advanced training including 
an introduction to safe supervision in aquatic 
facilities. Bronze Cross teaches the difference 
between lifesaving and lifeguarding, the principles 
of emergency procedures, Teamwork, and use of 
special equipment. Candidates must be able to 
complete a 600-metre swim in 18 minutes or less. 
Bronze Cross one of the prerequisites for lifeguard 
training in the National Lifeguard Service (NLS) 
program and Lifesaving Society Instructors.
Please note: Bronze Cross courses appearing 
in the FUN Guide do not include Standard First 
Aid Certification. Standard First Aid remains a 
prerequisite for the National Lifeguard Certification 
program. It will be necessary for candidates 
registering for Bronze Cross courses offered in 
the FUN Guide, to complete a Standard First Aid 
course, prior to registering for National Lifeguard 
(NLS) certification.
The following is a list of the recognized certifying 
agencies for Standard First Aid accepted by the 
Lifesaving Society:
 
 
• Lifesaving Society
 
• Canadian Red Cross
 
• St. John Ambulance 
 
• Canadian Ski Patrol.
If you are interested in taking a combined Bronze 
Cross and Standard First Aid course or following 
the next steps in the aquatic continuum, refer to 
the Aquatic Leadership brochure available online 
at toronto.ca/aquaticleadership or from most local 
community centres or district offices.

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Aquafit
Aquafit aids in the development of cardiovascular 
and respiratory fitness, while providing multiple 
benefits toward achieving greater overall health. 
Aquafit enables participants to work at their own 
pace and ability level as part of the group.  Choose 
classes that will best help you to achieve your 
personal fitness goals.  Proper bathing attire is 
required.  All classes are co-ed unless otherwise 
indicated.  Participants are advised to consult a 
doctor before enrolling in any aquafitness program.
Aquafit
A water workout that includes cardio, muscle 
conditioning, flexibility and strength building 
exercises.
Aquafit: Arthritis
This workout is designed for people with arthritis 
and focuses on improving range of motion through 
muscle conditioning, flexibility and strength 
building exercises.
Aquafit: Caregiver and Tot/Toddler
Shallow Water Aquafit class that caregivers bring 
their 6 to 18 month old babies with them to 
participate.  The babies may participate in the class 
while sitting in floating boats that are provided by 
the facility.
Aquafit: Deep
A deep water workout that includes cardio, muscle 
conditioning, flexibility and strength building that 
uses belts or noodles to assist with performance 
during the class.  Participants MUST be 
comfortable in deep water and be able to complete 
the facility swim test.
Aquafit: Women
A water workout that includes cardio, muscle 
conditioning, flexibility and strength building 
exercises in a women only environment. 
Aquafit: Gentle
A gentle, slower paced workout that focuses on 
improving range of motion, flexibility and strength 
through a variety of exercises designed to assist 
with reaching this goal.
Aquafit: Mind Body
This program provides a variety of balanced moves 
utilizing Pilates, Tai Chi, Yoga and other mindful 
movements.
Aquafit: Pre/Post Natal
A workout designed for women who are pre or post 
delivery that includes cardio, muscle conditioning, 
flexibility and strength building exercises.
Aquafit: Sports Conditioning
A bootcamp style class for athletes interested 
in enhancing sports performance and injury 
prevention. This programme is designed to 
maximize your cardiovascular health, and 
strengthen your core.  The programme may be in 
the shallow or deep water. Contact your facility for 
further details. 
Aquafit: Shallow
A shallow water workout that includes cardio, 
muscle conditioning, flexibility and strength 
building exercises.
Aquafit:  Running
This program is designed for individuals interested 
in running, those who are already runners, the 
injured athlete and individuals who would like 
a safe, effective running program in a low to 
no-impact environment.
Aquafit Fees/ 
Alternative to Registered
The following table provides a quick reference to 
help you decide which option is best for you: Pay-
As-You-Go, Punch Card and Passport.
 Payment Option 
Adult 
Older Adult
Pay-As-You-Go 
$13 $6.50
10 Visit Punch Card 
$109 $54.50
9 Week Passport 
$206.50 $103.25
12 Week Passport 
$274 $137
1 Year Passport 
$688 $344
See registered program listings for program times, 
locations and fees.
Conditions of use for punch cards and 
passports:
•
  Space is not guaranteed as registered 
participants have priority access.
•
  
You will only be admitted to the class 
after registered participants have been 
accommodated.
•
  Check with program staff to determine which 
locations offer these options.
•
  Program schedule subject to change based on 
registration and attendance.
•
 Older Adult fees apply to participants 60 years+.
•
  Cards must be presented at each visit.  
Identification required.
•
  Cards are non-refundable and non-transferable.
•
  $10 replacement fee for lost or stolen passport or 
membership cards.
Beaches RC 
6 Williamson Rd, 416-392-0740 
 Day  Time 
Start  Code
Aquafit 
17 yrs+ 
$13/visit
Wed 7:30
pm
-8:30
pm
 
Sep 6 
Drop-in
Winter Session
Aquafit 
17 yrs+ 
$13/visit
Wed 7:30
pm
-8:30
pm
 
Jan 10  Drop-in
Earl Beatty CC 
455 Glebeholme Blvd, 416-392-0752 
Aquafit: Shallow  17 yrs+ 
$151/12 wks
Tue 7:30
pm
-8:30
pm
 
Oct 3  3001849
Winter Session
Aquafit: Shallow  17 yrs+ 
$155/12 wks
Tue 7:30
pm
-8:30
pm
 
Jan 9  3002047
East York CC 
1081½ Pape Ave, 416-396-2880 
Aquafit 
17 yrs+ 
$13/visit
M-W/ 
F/Su 1:15
pm
-2:15
pm
 
Oct 2 
Drop-in
East York CC...
 Day  Time 
Start  Code
Winter Session
Aquafit 
17 yrs+ 
$13/visit
M-W/ 
F/Su 1:15
pm
-2:15
pm
 
Jan 8 
Drop-in
Hillcrest CC 
1339 Bathurst St, 416-392-0746 
Aquafit 
17 yrs+ 
$113/9 wks
Mon 7
pm
-8
pm
 
Oct 2  3004107
Wed 7
pm
-8
pm
 
Oct 4  3004108
Winter Session
Aquafit 
17 yrs+ 
$116/8 wks
Mon 7
pm
-8
pm
 
Jan 8  3004284
Wed 7
pm
-8
pm
 
Jan 10  3004286
Jimmie Simpson RC 
870 Queen St E, 416-392-0751 
Aquafit 
17 yrs+ 
Free/13 wks
M/W 7
pm
-8
pm