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HomeBe ActiveCentennial Pool Swimming Lessons

2023 Centennial Pool Season

Pool Opens June 19

Swimming Lesson Registration Opens April 4

Register Here!

Lesson Cancellations 

Group and Private swimming lessons may be cancelled at anytime due to unforeseen circumstances. 

Should 3 or more swimming lesson cancellations (due to inclement weather, pool fouling, etc.) occur in one session a make-up class will be scheduled. (group and private lessons)

 

See Cancellation & Refund Policy. 

Private Lessons

Private Lessons are available for swimmers of all ages (children and adults) who need assistance mastering a particular skill or stroke. Private lessons are available in 1 week, 4 lesson booking blocks (Tuesday-Friday). All lessons are 30 minutes in length.  Private lessons for swimmers 13 years and older are subject to HST. 

You can book your preferred time, date and instructor online via Xplor Recreation.

Private Lesson Schedule
Weekly Sessions (Tuesday-Friday)Time

July 4 - July 7

July 11 - July 14

July 18 - July 21

July 25 - July 28

August 1 - August 4

August 8 - August 11

August 15 - August 18

August 22 - August 25

August 29 - September 1

11:15 - 11:45 a.m.

11:45 - 12:15 p.m.

12:15 - 12: 45 p.m.

12:45 - 1:15 p.m.

Group Lessons 

To view the full swim lesson schedule and registration deadlines check-out the 2023 Centennial Pool Lesson Schedule. 

Preschool A

3-5 years, $77

Preschoolers learn to float and glide on front and back assisted. They put their face in the water and blow bubbles. They jump into chest-deep water and practice shallow water movement wearing a PFD. Fitness Swim 1-2 meters unassisted. (30 minute lesson)

Session 1

June 19 - June 30

Session 2

July 3 - July 14

Session 3

July 24 - August 4

Session 4

August 8 - August 18

 4:30-5:00

9:00-9:30 a.m.

4:30-5:00 p.m. 

 9:30-10:00 a.m.

4:00-4:30 p.m.

 9:00-9:30 a.m.

4:30-5:00 p.m.

 

Preschool B

3-5 years, $77

Preschoolers jump into chest-deep water and get in and out wearing a PFD. They submerge and exhale under water. They glide on front and back 3 meters with a buoyant aid flutter kick on back for 5 meters. Fitness swim 2-4 meters unassisted. (30 minute lesson)

Session 1

June 19 - June 30

Session 2

July 3 - July 14

Session 3

July 24 - August 4

Session 4

August 8 - August 18

4:00-4:30 p.m.

5:00-5:30 p.m.

 10:30-11:00 a.m.

4:00-4:30 p.m.

5:00-5:30 p.m.

9:00-9:30 a.m.

10:00-10:30 a.m.

5:30-6:00 p.m. 

10:30-11:00 a.m.

4:00-4:30 p.m.

5:00-5:30 p.m. 

Preschool C

3-5 years, $77

Preschoolers try both a jump and a side roll into deep water while wearing a PFD. They recover objects from the bottom in waist deep water. They work on kicking and gliding through the water on front and back unassisted. (30 minute less)

Session 1

June 19 - June 30

Session 2

July 3 - July 14

Session 3

July 24 - August 4

Session 4

August 8 - August 18

 4:00-4:30 p.m.

 9:30-10:00 a.m.

4:00-4:30 p.m.

9:00-9:30 a.m.

4:30-5:00 p.m. 

 9:30-10:00 a.m.

4:00-4:30 p.m.

Swimmer 1

6-12 years, $77

Beginners become comfortable jumping into the water without a PFD. They open their eyes, exhale and hold their breath underwater. They work on floats, glides and kicking on front and back. (30 minute lesson)

Session 1

June 19 - June 30

Session 2

July 3 - July 14

Session 3

July 24 - August 4

Session 4

August 8 - August 18

4:30-5:00 p.m.

5:00-5:30 p.m.

9:00-9:30 a.m.

4:30-5:00 p.m.

5:00-5:30 p.m. 

 9:30-10:00 a.m.

10:00-10:30 a.m.

4:00-4:30 p.m.

9:00-9:30 a.m.

4:30-5:00 p.m.

5:00-5:30 p.m.  

Swimmer 2

6-12 years, $77

Advanced beginners jump into deeper water, and become comfortable falling sideways into the water wearing a PFD. Swimmers support themselves at the surface without aid, recover an object in chest deep water. Fitness swim is 10-15 meters. (30 minute lesson)

Session 1

June 19 - June 30

Session 2

July 3 - July 14

Session 3

July 24 - August 4

Session 4

August 8 - August 18

 4:00-4:30 p.m.

9:30-10:00 a.m. 

4:00-4:30 p.m.

4:30-5:00 p.m.

 9:00-9:30 a.m.

9:30-10:00 a.m.

4:30-5:00 p.m.

 9:30-10:00 a.m. 

4:00-4:30 p.m.

4:30-5:00 p.m.

Swimmer 3

6-12 years, $77

Swimmers develop front and back crawl strokes, and explore whip kick in a vertical position. Swimmers tread water for up to 30 seconds and learn to transition from front to back flutter kick. Fitness swim is 20-25 meters. (30 minute lesson)

Session 1

June 19 - June 30

Session 2

July 3 - July 14

Session 3

July 24 - August 4

Session 4

August 8 - August 18

 4:00-4:30 p.m.

9:00-9:30 a.m.

4:00-4:30 p.m.

 9:00-9:30 a.m.

5:00-5:30 p.m.

9:00-9:30 a.m.

4:00-4:30 p.m. 

Swimmer 4

6-12 years, $77

Swimmers work towards stride dives and standing dices into deep water. They improve front crawl, back crawl and whip kick. Swimmers are introduced to a 3 meter underwater swim. Fitness swim is 50 meters. (30 minute lesson)

Session 1

June 19 - June 30

Session 2

July 3 - July 14

Session 3

July 24 - August 4

Session 4

August 8 - August 18

 4:30-5:00 p.m.

 10:00-10:30 a.m.

4:30-5:00 p.m.

 9:30-10:00 a.m.

5:00-5:30 p.m.

 10:00-10:30 a.m.

4:30-5:00 p.m.

Swimmer 5

6-12 years, $77

Junior swimmers shallow dive into deep water and perform in-water back somersaults. They achieve Canadian Swim to Survive Standard: roll into deep water, tread 1 minute and swim 50 meters. Swimmers continue to develop front and back crawl while breaststroke skills are introduced. Fitness swim is 100 meters. (30 minute lesson)

Session 1

June 19 - June 30

Session 2

July 3 - July 14

Session 3

July 24 - August 4

Session 4

August 8 - August 18

 5:00-5:30 p.m.

10:00-10:30 a.m.

5:00-5:30 p.m. 

10:00-10:30 a.m.

5:00-5:30 p.m. 

10:00-10:30 a.m.

5:00-5:30 p.m.  

Swimmer 6

6-12 years, $77

Intermediate swimmers increase efficiency in front crawl, back crawl and work to develop breaststroke skills. They are introduced to stride entries, scissor kick and vertical dolphin kick. They also develop strength and power by performing front and back crawl sprints. Fitness swim is 150 meters. (30 minute lesson)

Session 1

June 19 - June 30

Session 2

July 3 - July 14

Session 3

July 24 - August 4

Session 4

August 8 - August 18

5:00-5:30 p.m.

9:30-10:00 a.m.

5:00-5:30 p.m. 

 10:00-10:30 a.m.

5:00-5:30 p.m.

9:30-10:00 a.m.

5:00-5:30 p.m. 

Swimmer 7

6-12 years, $77

Intermediate swimmers master dolphin kick, diving off blacks and eggbeater. They are introduced to sculling and continue to maximize efficiency in front crawl and breaststroke. Fitness swim is 300 meters. (30 minute lesson)

Session 1

June 19 - June 30

Session 2

July 3 - July 14

Session 3

July 24 - August 4

Session 4

August 8 - August 18

 5:30-6:00 p.m.   5:30-6:00 p.m. 10:30-11:00 a.m.    5:30-6:00 p.m.
Swimmer 8

6-12 years, $77

Swimmers rise to the challenge of advanced aquatic skills including; head and foot first surface dives and a 25 meter obstacle swim. First aid focuses on assessment of conscious victims, contacting EMS and treatment for bleeding. They swim lengths of front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke. Fitness swim is 350 meters. (30 minute lesson)

Session 1

June 19 - June 30

Session 2

July 3 - July 14

Session 3

July 24 - August 4

Session 4

August 8 - August 18

  5:30-6:00 p.m.   5:30-6:00 p.m.  10:30-11:00 a.m.    5:30-6:00 p.m.
Swimmer 9

6-12 years, $77

Swimmers continue stroke development with 75meter swims of front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke, Lifesaving skills include a rescues with buoyant aid and a timed object support. First aid focuses on assessment of unconscious victims, treatment of victims in shock and obstructed airway procedures. Fitness swim is 500 meters. (30 minute lesson)

Session 1

June 19 - June 30

Session 2

July 3 - July 14

Session 3

July 24 - August 4

Session 4

August 8 - August 18

  5:30-6:00 p.m.   5:30-6:00 p.m.  10:30-11:00 a.m.    5:30-6:00 p.m.
Swimmer 10

6-12 years, $77

Advanced swimmers develop each stroke over 100 meters. They also learn lifesaving skills such as entries with aids, removals of unconscious victims. First aid focuses on treatment of victims with bone and joint injuries and respiratory emergencies. Fitness swim 600 meters. (30 minute lesson)

Session 1

June 19 - June 30

Session 2

July 3 - July 14

Session 3

July 24 - August 4

Session 4

August 8 - August 18

  5:30-6:00 p.m.   5:30-6:00 p.m.  10:30-11:00 a.m.   5:30-6:00 p.m.
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