Aquatics
Aquatic programming at the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre appeals to a variety of personal fitness abilities and interests. Whether you are improving your health, maintaining fitness, or just having fun, we have something for you.
Current Aquatic Schedule and Swim Class Descriptions |
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Registration is required for all swims. Availability and capacity will vary to accommodate multiple uses of the pool. Registration begins on Tuesdays at 9:00 AM for the following week. Lane and Leisure Swim: Swimmers may use the lane for swimming laps or exercises. Circle swimming may be required. Family Swim: Recreation swim for caregiver and child. Tot and leisure pools only. Open Swim: Recreational swim for all ages. See swim admission policy below. Aquafit: A 45 minute moderate intensity aquatic fitness workout that will get you moving. Aqua Therapy: A 45 minute gentle exercise with a focus on range of motion, stretching, and low impact exercises. Aqua Therapy Plus: A 45 minute lighter intensity aquatic class. Focus is on range of motion, stretching, and low impact exercises with light cardio. Deep Water Cardio: A 45 minute continuous high intensity water workout.
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Now registering for Winter 2 Session Swim Lessons Click here to go to the registration site.
Winter 2 lessons run: February 6 - April 16. No lessons over March Break.
The NFFRC has transitioned to the Lifesaving Society swim program as the Canadian Red Cross will no longer be offering their Swim and Water Safety Programming. Learn more about the transition to Lifesaving Society levels below.
What level do I register in?
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While the different programs have similar approaches with progressions, there are some skills taught in different levels. This guide is the best generalization for switching from Red Cross to Lifesaving Society. Parent & Tot levels: move through levels based on age. Preschool and Youth levels: move through levels based on skill and swimmers should complete one level before moving on to the next.
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Winter 2 and Spring Session Aquatic Leadership |
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Winter 2
Spring
Swim Instructor April - schedule TBA National Lifeguard May/June - schedule TBA
Questions? Call or email complex@leamington.ca with Aquatic Leadership 2023 in the subject line. |
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Information about Private/Family Swim Lessons |
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Private/Family Swim Lesson 30 30 minute lesson designed for the following swimmers:
All swimmers will be together for the 30 minute class unless unsafe to do so for specific skills. Participation is limited to immediate family members.
Family Swim Lesson 45 45 minute lesson designed for the following swimmers:
Time in water will be split to group similar levels. Example: The first 20 minutes of class for Jane in Swimmer 2, the next 25 minutes for John and Sara in Swimmer 6 and 7 go in together. Participation is limited to immediate family members. |
What sport can save a child's life? Swimming can! Keep your child active and learn an important life saving skill all while having fun with swim lessons. Children can participate as part of a group lesson or in a Private/Family Lesson format. Private and family lessons allow for greater flexibility in tracking the swimmers level completion as they can move through the skills at their own pace. Learn more about the Lifesaving Society Swim Programs below.
Parent and Tot Program | Ages 4 months - 3 years |
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Parent & Tot Program: Spend quality time with your child while you both have fun and learn and socialize. Through structured in-water interaction between parent and child, we stress the importance of play in developing water positive attitudes and skills. We provide Lifesaving Society Water Smart® tips on keeping your child safe in any aquatic setting. Certified instructors provide guidance and answers to your questions. Because activities and progressions are based on child development, you register in the level appropriate for your child’s age.
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Preschool Program | Ages 3-5 years |
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Preschool Program: Give your child a head start on learning to swim. The Lifesaving Society Preschool program develops an appreciation and healthy respect for the water before these kids get in too deep. In our basic aquatic progressions we work to ensure 3 to 5-year olds become comfortable in the water and have fun acquiring and developing a foundation of water skills. We incorporate Lifesaving Society Water Smart® education in all Preschool levels.
Swimmers register for levels based on skill and should complete one level before moving on to the next in order to build the foundation with each skill.
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Learn to Swim Program | Ages 6 - 12 years |
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We recognize that many families were unable to swim throughout COVID-19 closures and can accommodate up to age 14 in the Learn to Swim program levels 4-9.
Learn to Swim Program: The Lifesaving Society’s 6-level Swimmer program makes sure your children learn how to swim before they get in too deep. Swimmer progressions accommodate children 6 years and older including absolute beginners as well as swimmers who want to build on the basics. We stress lots of in-water practice to develop solid swimming strokes and skills. We incorporate Lifesaving Society Water Smart® education in all Swimmer levels.
Canadian Swim Patrol: The Lifesaving Society’s 3-level Canadian Swim Patrol program provides enriched training for those who want to develop swim strokes and skills while having fun in the challenging world of lifesaving. Swim Patrol develops swimming strength and efficiency with emphasis on Water Smart® behaviour. Skill drills enhance capability in the water, good physical conditioning and lifesaving judgment.
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Ages 10-15 years and Adult |
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Tween Beginner Program Based on Lifesaving Society Adults/Teens but the items individuals want to work on is flexible. Small group lessons for ages 10-15 years who are new to aquatics. Level 1 This beginner level will focus on orientation to the water and basic skills such as floats and glides. Classes will be geared to accommodate those with little experience in the water. Perfect for youth who have not taken swim lessons and would like to develop swimming skills.
Level 2 Once comfortable with the basics, this level will add on deep water skills and work on strokes.
Depending on age and ability, swimmers may also be merged back into the Lifesaving Society Swim Program.
Adult Lessons Due to the varying abilities and goals of adult swimmers, please contact us and we will arrange a Private Lesson when the schedule permits. |
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Leadership Levels Ages 12 - Adult |
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Interested in becoming a Swim Instructor or Lifeguard? You will need to take the following courses in the listed order.
Keep on track! We recommend taking the courses at the following ages:
Interested in working at the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre Pool? Applicants are encouraged to have both Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor and Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard certifications. Due to Public Pool Regulations, all aquatic staff must be at least 16 years of age to begin employment.
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About the pool |
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Swim Admission Policy |
Your safety is our main concern. To make our facility as safe as possible and adhere to Public Pool Regulations:
All Swimmers: Participants with serious medical conditions (especially seizure disorders) should be accompanied by another person knowledgeable of their condition. A support person may need to be in the water to ensure the swimmer's safety. |
Refund Policy |
Does not apply to subsidized registrations.
Refunds will be processed upon written request for facility bookings, program registrations and memberships in accordance with the following policy:
The Municipality of Leamington reserves the right to cancel a class due to insufficient enrollment, so please register early. Transfers
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