The Zancor Centre, opening in January 2025, features the Aqua Tech Solutions Aquatic Centre with a six-lane lap pool and leisure pool.
Registered and drop-in aquatic programming will be offered starting early winter.
Program registration will open for residents on December 9, 2024.
Know someone who is a swim instructor? Let them know we are hiring for our Aquatics Team and other amazing opportunities within the Township. For more information please visit our current employment opportunities at king.ca/employment.
Aquatics Programs
The Township of King adheres to the Lifesaving Society's program guidelines.
For a comprehensive list of program descriptions, please visit the Lifesaving Society.
Swim assessments are designed for participants who are unsure of which swimming level to register for.
A certified swim instructor will guide the participant through a series of in-water skills and provide recommendations on the most appropriate swim level.
Booking will be available starting December 9.
Participants will work towards completing a specific Learn to Swim level in a low instructor to swimmer class ratio (1:1).
Individuals must register with another person, or this program will turn into a private and cost will be adjusted.
On the first day, please bring the instructor a copy of your child's most Swimming Report Card and a swim assessment will be conducted to determine their level.
There are no guarantees regarding a specific instructor or gender. Private and semi-private lessons are not available for Lifesaving Swim Levels.
Participants will work towards completing a specific Learn to Swim level in a low instructor to swimmer class ratio (1:2).
Individuals must register with another person, or this program will turn into a private and cost will be adjusted.
On the first day, please bring the instructor a copy of your child's most Swimming Report Card and a swim assessment will be conducted to determine their level.
There are no guarantees regarding a specific instructor or gender. Private and semi-private lessons are not available for Lifesaving Swim Levels.
Adapted Swim Lessons is for swimmers with disabilities and/or additional needs to experience the benefits of aquatics in a safe and supported environment.
Adapted Swim Lessons provide a 1:1 aquatic staff to participant ratio. In addition, they can participate in a group lesson with 1:1 support in addition to the instructor.
All swimmers with disabilities (regardless of attending with support or not) are required to provide to complete a Participant Intake Form and email the programs they are interested in to inclusion@king.ca
Aquatic Drop-In Programs
Aquafit is an in-water fitness class designed to strengthen your muscles and improve your cardiovascular fitness.
Working out in water adds resistance to your muscles without the impact land activities can have on your joints.
It is also a great cross-training opportunity for those looking for something new.
During this swim, all ages are welcome. Pools are set up to maximize recreational activities in a safe environment.
Swim fins are not permitted during this swim unless there is a designated lane for swimming lengths.
Open to any adult or youth (minimum 10 years of age) interested in swimming lengths for fitness.
The pool is divided into slow, medium, and fast lanes and participants are asked to swim in a counterclockwise loop. Children are not permitted.
Birthday Parties
Do we smell cake? Book your child’s birthday party with King Township!
For more information about swimming birthday parties’ email swim@king.ca
Looking to join our Aquatics Team?
Please see the chart below on steps on how to become a certified National Lifeguard / Instructor.
Already have your certifications? Please visit our current employment opportunities at king.ca/employment.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The Township of King is proud to offer quality swimming lessons through the Lifesaving Society Learn to Swim program that will help participants develop water safety skills that will last a lifetime.
- Unsure which level to register for? Book a Swim Assessment in between instructional sessions. Alternatively, reach out to us at swim@king.ca with information regarding your child's age, if they have done lessons before, and general swimming ability and we can advise over email.
- If you would like to request a specific instructor for swimming lessons, please email swim@king.ca. We cannot guarantee that the request will be granted.
- We are unable to provide makeup lessons for any missed classes.
- Interested in our inclusion swimming lessons for individuals with identified special needs? Please complete Inclusion Participant Intake Form and contact inclusion@king.ca.
My Bronze Cross qualification is expired. Can I still take the National Lifeguard course?
- Yes. The Bronze Cross qualifications need not be current, but Standard First Aid with CPR-C needs to be current and successful completion is still a pre-requisite.
I'm close to the age requirement, can I come anyway?
- No. The age requirement on all aquatic leadership programs is set by the Lifesaving Society and must be followed. Candidates will be asked to provide documentation demonstrating their date of birth at the beginning of their course.
Do I have to take the courses in order?
- Yes. All of the aquatic leadership courses build on knowledge learned and fall within a progression-based model. Required courses have the prerequisites listed in the course descriptions.
Some courses say required and some say recommended. What is the difference?
- The courses that are required are prerequisites for certifications that are needed to become a swim instructor or lifeguard. We strongly recommend the other courses to assist in the development of the candidate, to assist with their ability to perform on the job and to increase their knowledge.
Is attendance 100% mandatory?
- Yes. The Lifesaving Society sets the hours required to learn the course material. Courses move quickly and some content is only covered once by instructors.
What do I need to bring?
- On the first day please bring the following: Lunch, snacks, water bottle, bathing suit and towel, deck shoes, whistle, notebooks and pen, proof of age (birth certificate, driver's licence, etc.), and certification cards from previous courses.
I haven't received my certification card. What do I do?
- Temporary cards are good for 90 days. If you haven't received your certification card 90 days after taking the course, you should contact the Lifesaving Society at 416-490-8844.
My Standard First Aid (SFA) with CPR-C is expiring do I have to take a full course?
- You must alternate the full course and a recert every three years. If you are unsure you can look up your qualifications at lifesaving.com with your member ID. For the National Lifeguard course, the SFA and CPR-C prerequisite must be from one of the following organizations (Lifesaving Society, St. John's Ambulance, Canadian Red Cross, or Canadian Ski Patrol).
All requests for refunds must be made in writing. Please allow 4 to 6 weeks for all refunds to be processed. You can withdraw/transfer from a program by completing the appropriate refund form and emailing it to our Community Service Department
Cancellation Date Refund 7+ days prior to start of program 80% Refund or 100% Gift Card 5 or 6 days prior to start of program 50% Refund or 100% Gift Card 4 days or less prior to the start of program No Refund or Gift Card Medical Circumstances where a Doctor’s note is provided 100% Refund
Transfers
Requests for changes and transfers will only be accepted three business days prior to the start of the program. Changes and transfers are conditional upon availability in the program. Loss of early bird discount will be applied to transfers and difference in programming prices will need to be paid prior to program start date.