Leisure Swimming

Leisure swimming activity schedules

Select a recreation facility from the below list to see available activities and schedules.

While the City works to ensure schedules are offered as presented above, maintenance, weather and unforeseen incidents may result in schedules being adjusted. For the most up-to-date schedule information, visit activeOshawa Online. 

Camp Samac Outdoor Pool

275 Conlin Rd. E.
905-725-8383

The Camp Samac Outdoor Pool is closed for the season. There are currently no leisure swim times being offered at Camp Samac. Check back here for leisure swim times available Summer 2023.

Centennial Pool, Civic Recreation Complex

99 Thornton Rd. S.
905-436-5454

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.

The Centennial Pool will be shared with Monsignor Paul Dwyer Catholic High School during public swims from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

The sauna is available during lane and public swims only.

Leisure swims offered at the Centennial Pool:

• Lane Swim
  
• Parent & Tot Swim
• Public Swim

Activity schedule updated: March 24, 2023

Delpark Homes Centre

1661 Harmony Rd. N.
905-436-5455

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.

Leisure swims offered at the Delpark Homes Centre Pool:

• Family Swim
• Fun Swim
• Lane Swim
• Public Swim

Easter Weekend: Leisure Swimming Schedule - Friday, April 7 to Monday, April 10
- Friday, April 7:
   11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Family Swim and Lane Swim
   12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fun Swim
    3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Fun Swim
- Saturday, April 8:
   11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Family Swim and Lane Swim
   1:45 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. Fun Swim
   6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Fun Swim
- Sunday, April 9:
   11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Family Swim and Lane Swim
   12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fun Swim
   3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Fun Swim
- Monday, April 10:
   7 a.m. to 9 a.m. Family Swim and Lane Swim
   10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Family Swim and Lane Swim
   1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Family Swim, Fun Swim and Lane Swim
   4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Fun Swim
   7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Fun Swim
   9 p.m. to 10 p.m. Public Swim and Lane Swim

The hot tub and sauna are available during the following hours:

Activity schedule updated: March 27, 2023

Donevan Recreation Complex Pool

171 Harmony Rd. S.
905-725-3536

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.

The sauna is available during lane and public swims only.

Leisure swims offered at the Donevan Recreation Complex Pool:

• Female Only Public Swim
• Lane Swim
• Public Swim

Easter Weekend: Leisure Swimming Schedule - Friday, April 7 to Monday, April 10
- Friday, April 7: Facility closed
- Saturday, April 8: 
   2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Public Swim
   5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Female Only Public Swim
- Sunday, April 9: Facility closed
- Monday, April 10: Facility closed

Activity schedule updated: March 15, 2023

South Oshawa Community Centre Pool

1455 Cedar St.
905-436-5474

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.

The South Oshawa Community Centre Pool will be a shared space on Mondays from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 3:15 p.m., Wednesdays from 2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m., Thursdays from 1 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. 

The hot tub and sauna are available during fun, lane and public swims.

Leisure swims offered at the South Oshawa Community Centre Pool:

• Fun Swim
• Lane Swim
• Public Swim

Easter Weekend: Leisure Swimming Schedule - Friday, April 7 to Monday, April 10
- Friday, April 7: Facility closed
- Saturday, April 8: 
   9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Lane Swim and Public Swim
   6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Lane Swim and Public Swim
   1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Fun Swim
   4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Fun Swim
- Sunday, April 9: Facility closed
- Monday, April 10: Facility closed

Service Disruption: Leisure swim delays at South Oshawa Community Centre
The leisure pool will not be available until 10:30 a.m. on the following days: April 6, May 4 and June 1. Due to this service disruption, leisure swims scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. on these days will now start at 10:30 a.m. 

Service Disruption: Hot tub closure at South Oshawa Community Centre
The hot tub will not be available on Thursday, April 6 and Saturday, April 8 for scheduled maintenance.  

Service Disruption: Water slide unavailable at South Oshawa Community Centre
The water slide will be unavailable until Saturday, April 1.

Activity schedule updated: March 15, 2023

Leisure swimming admission fees

Visit Memberships and Admissions for leisure swimming admission fees and memberships. Memberships are also available for 1, 3, 6 and 12 month durations. Monthly passes can only be purchased at indoor pool locations and can be shown at outdoor pool locations for admission.

Leisure swimming descriptions and rules

Pool admission requirements

To ensure the safety of all participants, the City of Oshawa has specific rules and requirements for participation and admission in leisure swimming.

• Swim tests will be available at the Camp Samac Outdoor Pool, Centennial Pool, Donevan Recreation Complex Pool and the South Oshawa Community Centre Pool during fun swims and public swims
• Swim tests will be available at the Delpark Homes Centre Pool during fun swims only. Children must be able to swim 25 meters of the pool independently on their front, maintaining a horizontal body position at all times. Children must be able to swim with their face in the water and take breaths without stopping the bottom of the pool. 
• Children 6 years and under must be in arms length of a caregiver who is at least 14 years of age and is responsible for their direct supervision at all times. Maximum of 2 children per guardian.
• Children 7 to 9 years of age may attempt a facility swim test to obtain a green wristband. If successful, they do not need to be within arm's reach. If the swim test is unsuccessful or not attempted, the child must remain within arm's reach of a guardian at all times. Maximum of 2 children per guardian.
• Children 7 years and older may swim unaccompanied. Children 7 to 9 years may obtain a swim test card upon successful completion of the swim test.

Swimming descriptions

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 and 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.

Leisure swimming rules

Program schedules may change on holidays, during special events or due to temporary closures. Stay up-to-date on facility and program changes at Recreation Facility Status.

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