Leisure Swimming

Camp Samac Outdoor Pool

275 Conlin Rd. E.
905-725-8383

Advance booking is not required for leisure swimming. Arrive at the facility during the scheduled time of the activity and pay applicable admissions fees.

Leisure swims offered at Camp Samac Outdoor Pool:

• Lane Swim
• Public Swim

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.

Please note the sauna is available during lane and public swims only

Leisure swims offered at the Centennial Pool:

• Lane Swim
  
• Parent & Tot Swim
• Public Swim

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

Activity schedule updated: June 30, 2022

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. 

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.

 Leisure swims offered at the Donevan Recreation Complex Pool:

• Lane Swim
• Public Swim

Please note leisure swims will be unavailable on Friday, August 19

Activity schedule updated: August 4, 2022

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. 

South Oshawa Community Centre Pool

1455 Cedar St.

905-436-5474

Service Disruption: Leisure pool closed at South Oshawa Community Centre 
The leisure pool located at the South Oshawa Community Centre is scheduled to reopen at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 4. Learn more at Recreation Facility Status. 

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 South Oshawa Community Centre Pool:

• Fun Swim
• Lane Swim
• Public Swim

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. 

General pool rules

• Community members are welcome to bring their life jackets. It is recommended that life jackets are D.O.T. (Department of Transportation) approved and in good condition
• Disposable and cloth diapers are not permitted in the water. Please use diapers designed for pool use
• All individuals with a serious medical condition should be accompanied in the water by another individual knowledgeable of their condition
• Those with open sores or infectious diseases will not be admitted to swimming pools unless a medical doctor's certificate is presented
• Undergarments, cut-offs, jeans and loose clothing are not permitted in the pool.
• Please do not bring food or beverages onto pool decks
• Shoes must be removed before entering the shower and pool area
• Use of snorkels, full-face masks, and mermaid tails are not permitted

Diving board rules

• Diving is permitted in the deep end only. No diving in the small pool or the shallow end
• Only one person is permitted on the diving board or ladder to the diving board at a time. Divers must wait their turn in line to dive from the board
• More than one bounce on the diving board is prohibited
• No hanging on diving boards
• Diving must be straight off the end of the diving board only
• Divers must swim directly to the side of the pool or the shallow end
• Back dives, flips or back jumps must be done from a diving board only
• Diving boards are to be closed, without exception, when large crowds are using the pool or when the pool supervisor feels it is unsafe
• Diving board use is not available during Lane Swims

Lazy river rules

Those 18 years of age and older and children who have completed the facility swim test (with a green wristband) are permitted in the lazy river.

• Youth 10 to 17 years who have not completed their swim test may enter while properly wearing a personal flotation device (P.F.D.)
• Children seven to nine years who have not completed their swim test (yellow band) may enter while properly wearing a P.F.D. as long as they are within arm's reach of a caregiver 14 years of age or older
• Children six years and under may only enter if they have completed the facility swim test and they are within arm's reach of a caregiver who is 14 years of age or older
• No more than 30 participants are permitted in the lazy river at any given time

Sauna rules

• Community members 14 years of age and over are permitted to use the sauna Recommended maximum use is 15 minutes

• Those who are pregnant or those with a medical condition should consult a physician before using the sauna
• Water, essential oils and lotions are not to be poured on the sauna unit, rocks, or walls
• All Personal hygiene items, e.g. razors, loofas, and lotions, are not permitted in the sauna
• Appropriate bathing attire must be worn
• Community members are to shower before re-entering the pool

Water slide rules

• All riders must be 1.065 m (42 in) tall to ride the water slide
• No diving, running, standing, kneeling, rotating or stopping in the channel
• Hands must be kept inside the channel
• Riders must leave the splashdown area promptly
• No one shall bring glass, bottles or food into the water slide area
• Bunching or chaining by riders is prohibited
• Riders are not allowed to propel or push themselves down the slide to speed up the ride
• Riders are not permitted to stand in the launch area

Tot water slide rules

• Only one person is allowed on the slide, or ladder to the slide, at one time
• Entry into the water must be feet first and all riders must be facing forward
• Hands must remain on knees during descent

Whirlpool rules

• Community members 14 years of age and over can use the whirlpool. Over-exposure may cause fainting. Ten to 15 minutes may be excessive for some individuals. Cool down periodically and leave the whirlpool if nausea or dizziness occurs
• Those who are pregnant or those with a medical condition should consult with a physician before using the whirlpool
• Patrons should not use the whirlpool if they have an open sore or rash, or are experiencing nausea, vomiting or diarrhea
• Enter and exit the whirlpool slowly to prevent slipping
• Do not play or swim near drains or suction devices. Your body, body parts, hair, jewellery and other objects may become trapped and cause injury or drowning.
• Do not enter or remain in the whirlpool if a drain cover or suction fitting is loose, broken or missing. Immediately notify the whirlpool operator
• No food or beverage except water is permitted within the deck or whirlpool. No glass containers of any kind are permitted within the deck or whirlpool