Leisure Swimming
Winter Break Activity Schedule
From December 21, 2024, to January 5, 2025, City recreation facilities will operate on modified schedules for drop-in sports, leisure swimming, and leisure skating. Check out the Winter Break Activity Schedule for more details.
Leisure swimming activity schedules
Select a recreation facility from the below list to see available activities and schedules.
Advance booking is not required for leisure swimming. Arrive at the facility during the scheduled time of the activity and pay applicable admissions fees at the reception desk. Schedules may change on holidays, during special events or as a result of temporary closures. View current service disruptions, or subscribe to have these and other news and alerts delivered to your email.
Centennial Pool, Civic Recreation Complex
99 Thornton Rd. S.
905-436-5454
The sauna is available during lane and public swims only.
Delpark Homes Centre Pool
1661 Harmony Rd. N.
905-436-5455
Festive Family Swim
Dive into the holidays with our Festive Family Swim! Available at the Delpark Homes Centre Pool on Saturday, December 14 and Sunday, December 15. Advance registration is required. Regular family swim admission fees and rules apply. Payment will be collected in person at the event. Register now to secure your spot!
Donevan Recreation Complex Pool
171 Harmony Rd. S.
905-725-3536
The sauna is available during lane and public swims only.
South Oshawa Community Centre Pool
1455 Cedar St.
905-436-5474
The hot tub and sauna are available during fun, lane and public swims.
The South Oshawa Community Centre Pool is closed until further notice. Learn more.
Admission fees
Visit Memberships and Admissions for leisure swimming admission fees and memberships. Memberships are available for 1, 3, 6 and 12 month durations. Monthly passes can only be purchased at indoor pool locations but can be used at outdoor pools.
Residents 55 years of age and older, living in or paying property taxes in Oshawa, now qualify for discounts on recreation programs, memberships and admission fees. Learn more.
Pool admission requirements
To ensure the safety of all swimmers, children 17 years of age and under are encouraged to complete a swim test when participating in leisure swimming activities at a City of Oshawa indoor pool. Please note, the swim test is not mandatory.
Swim test
Children will receive a red, yellow or green wristband based on the age of the child and their ability to pass the swim test. To pass the swim test, the child must be able to swim 25 metres of the pool independently on their front, maintaining a horizontal body position at all times. The child must be able to swim with their face in the water and take breaths without stopping or touching the bottom of the pool. Front Crawl is encouraged.
Swim tests are available at:
- Camp Samac Outdoor Pool, Centennial Pool and Donevan Recreation Complex Pool during fun swims and public swims
- Delpark Homes Centre Pool and South Oshawa Community Centre Pool during fun swims only
Age | Supervision requirements |
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6 and under |
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7 to 9 years |
For details on exceptions while swimming in the lazy river at the Delpark Homes Centre, refer to lazy river rules. |
10 to 17 years |
For details on exceptions while swimming in the lazy river at the Delpark Homes Centre, refer to lazy river rules. |
Swim test cards
Children who have passed the swim test and received a green wristband, are eligible to purchase a City of Oshawa swim test card. This card entitles the child to a green wristband upon entry to any City pool. To receive a swim test card:
- Present the child's green wristband (on their wrist) to a staff member at a reception desk
- Complete the Swim Test Registration Form
There is a fee of $5.01 associated with obtaining the swim test card.
Leisure swimming rules
Activity | Description |
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Adult Swim |
Adult Swims are open to swimmers 16 years of age and older. These swims are designed for those looking to exercise at their own pace or for those who are new to swimming and wish to practice their skills. Patrons can enjoy a low-impact water workout, perform therapeutic movement activities, or practice swimming skills during this swim time. |
Family Swim | Family swims are for children and their parent(s) or guardian(s). Active in-water supervision is required. (Lifeguards cannot watch swim tests during family swims at any pool). |
Female Only Public Swim | Female only swims are for females who want to swim in a private setting. Windows will have blinds for privacy. |
Fun Swim | Fun swims are open to all ages and swimmer abilities. Swimmers may use pool toys and lifejackets in the shallow end and may be provided upon request and at the discretion of the Aquatic staff. The slide and various water features are operational during the swim. |
Lane Swim | Lane swims are open to swimmers 13 years of age and older who are interested in swimming lengths. One lane may be dedicated for therapeutic movement activities. Lanes adjusted to ability level of swimmers. |
Parent & Tot Swim | Parent and tot swims are for children six years of age or younger and their parent(s) or guardian(s). These swims take place in the shallow pool. Active in-water supervision is required for all children regardless of age or swim ability. |
Public Swim | Public swims are open to all ages and swimmer types. Swimmers may use pool toys and lifejackets in the shallow end of the pool. |
Youth Only Lane Swim | This lane swim is open to youth 10 to 17 years of age. It is intended for young competitive swimmers, aquatic leadership candidates or those who wish to practice their skills and endurance in a less busy environment from traditional lane swims. Participants must be able to complete a facility swim test in order to attend and swim continuous lengths throughout the swim. |