Swimming

• Children 3yrs & under are admitted free and must be accompanied by a paying adult/guardian.
• Children 6yrs & under must be accompanied by an adult/guardian. Maximum of 2 children per adult/guardian. Adults/guardians are responsible for their direct supervision and must be in the water within arm’s reach at all times.

• Children 7-9yrs who cannot pass the swim test must be accompanied by an adult/guardian. Maximum 4 children per adult/guardian. Adults/guardians are responsible for their direct supervision and must be in the water within arm’s reach at all times.
• Patrons who are 48” tall (ACC only) and able to pass the Facility Swim Test may be admitted to the swimming pool without supervision, however an adult/guardian must be on the premises at all times.

• Children 10yrs & older are permitted to swim alone without an adult/guardian on the premises. ACC only – If a child is not 48” tall they must pass the Facility Swim Test to swim alone.
• All patrons entering the pool area are required to pay admission.
• A guardian must be at least 14yrs of age in order to supervise a swimmer under the age of 10.

When developing these Admission Standards the Chief Coroner’s Office and the Lifesaving Society recommendations were taken into consideration. These standards are in place for a purpose of preventing injuries and fatalities. The Town of Ajax Recreation & Culture Department is committed to the safety of its patrons.

To successfully pass the Facility Swim Test individuals must demonstrate:

• ability to swim 2 STRONG widths of front swim with face in the water
• continuous movement
• horizontal body position near the surface of the water

To swim in the deep end, swimmers must perform the Facility Swim Test without any signs of struggle. Please Note: If patron safety appears to be compromised in any way a lifeguard will reassess access to the deep end.

Successful completion of the Facility Swim Test is at the lifeguards’ discretion.

When developing these Admission Standards the Chief Coroner’s Office and the Lifesaving Society recommendations were taken into consideration. These standards are in place for a purpose of preventing injuries and fatalities. The Town of Ajax Recreation & Culture Department is committed to the safety of its patrons.

• All swimmers entering the pool must change from street clothes into an appropriate lined swimsuit that is suitable for a public family environment.
• In addition to wearing a swimsuit and for those wishing to cover up, the following options may also apply – shorts, long or short-sleeved t-shirt, shorts or tight fitted leggings over the swimsuit.
• All clothing worn must be clean.
• Clothing must allow the patron to participate safely in the pool.
• No street clothes, shoes, bathing suits with zippers/metal pieces or undergarments. Swimming attire is subject to approval by the lifeguard on duty.

• Shower with soap and water before swimming.
• In order to swim in the deep end, you must be able to complete the facility swim test during each visit at the discretion of the lifeguard. For an outline of the facility swim test requirements please see above.
• Infant seats and strollers are not permitted on the pool deck.
• Disposable diapers are NOT permitted in our pools. Please have children wear swim pants or appropriate attire. These can be purchased at the Customer Service Desk.
• Children must be toilet trained to use the spa (hot tub).
• Children under the age of 14 years are not permitted in the spa (hot tub) unless supervised by a person 16 years of age or older.
• In order to enter the sauna patrons need to be at least 16 years old. Anyone under the age of 16 must be directly supervised by their parent/guardian.
• People with serious medical conditions should be accompanied by an individual knowledgeable of their condition and responsible for their direct supervision.
• Persons with open sores or a communicable disease will not be admitted to any aquatic program unless a medical certificate is provided.
• Coaching or teaching during recreational swim is limited to programs provided by the Town of Ajax.
• Due to safety concerns inflatables are not permitted in the pool.

Photos/videos may be taken of your own family. Permission to take photographs must be granted by a facility manager or pool supervisor prior to taking any photographs/videos. Please visit the Customer Service Desk to speak with a manager or on deck supervisor regarding your request. Underwater photography is not permitted.

The use of cell phones/electronic devices/cameras/GoPros is prohibited in change/dressing rooms, washrooms, saunas, and pool deck.

Day lockers are available in pool change rooms. Bring your own lock or rent one from us! The Town of Ajax is not responsible for lost or stolen articles.

Bring indoor flip flops to wear on deck.

All facilities have designated viewing galleries. Patrons interested or required to be on deck must adhere to admission and swim suit policies.

Lifejackets will be available but pool toys will not be available. You are welcome to bring your own (please no balls or inflatables).