We operate two swimming pools with aquatics programs and recreational swimming, leadership/lifeguard programs and swimming lessons for different age groups (Red Cross Learn to Swim program).
Aquafit classes
Aquafit classes are currently being offered with reduced capacity by registration only due to COVID-19 health and safety regulations. Please subscribe to recreation updates and watch our news and notices for updates on the next registration period.
Swimming lessons
Registered swim programs will make a gradual return at the Anne Ottenbrite Pool commencing in October with Aquafit and Leadership courses, for registration information visit whitby.ca/getactive. It is currently anticipated that limited swimming lessons for children and youth will begin in January 2022 in an altered format that follows provincial guidelines. To stay up to date on recreation program information please subscribe to our recreation updates.
Lessons will look a bit different to adhere to public health regulations. Please review our know before you go section, and changes to swim lessons.
View Swim Lessons by Age Groups
| Swim Lessons - Know Before You Go! |
- A Visitor Self-Screening Questionnaire must be completed prior to each visit.
- Proof of screening must be present upon entry (confirmation screen or email).
- As of September 22, 2021, people aged 12+ are required to show proof of vaccination and a piece of identification (with name and date of birth) when entering our recreation facilities. Some exemptions may apply.
- This does not apply to children aged 12-17 entering to participate in an organized sport of active Aquatic Program with the exception of Aquatic Leadership. As of December 20, 2021 all visitors aged 12yrs and older must present a valid vaccine certificate and matching government identification.
- As of January 10, 2022, doctors notes for exemptions will no longer be accepted. Medical exemption certificates with QR will be required. Please contact Durham Public Health for additional information
- Effective January 4, 2022 Ontario is requiring the use of the Enhance Vaccine Certificate with QR code as the only accepted proof of vaccination. To download your Enhanced Vaccine Certificate please visit the Ontario Covid-19 vaccination portal. QR codes can be presented to staff for scanning verification digitally or in print form.
- Masks are required for entering and moving throughout the building, but must be removed for swimming.
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| Changes to Swim Lessons |
| Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and in consultation with the Canadian Red Cross, the following has changed:
Preschool levels Starfish to Level 4: A parent or caregiver (14 years of age or older) must be in the water for the duration of the lesson. Caregivers must be comfortable in the water and will be required to hold the participant as needed as they practice skills. Usually, this is done by the Instructor; however, staff must maintain physical distancing at all times except in an emergency. Each child should have their own assigned caregiver. This includes all group and private lessons.
- Caregivers of children in Sea Otter, Salamander and Level 1 must be comfortable in chest-deep water.
- Caregivers of children in Sunfish, Crocodile/Whale, Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4 must be comfortable in deep water.
- Class ratios have been reduced to ensure COVID guidelines are strictly adhered to
- Session length has been reduced to allow for increased participation in our Aquatic programs
- Instructors will be wearing a face shield while instructing a class
- Instructors will be teaching from the pool deck and, at times, in-water for demonstration purposes.
- Limited equipment will be available for classes. Any equipment used will be assigned to each participant for the duration of the lesson.
- Participants are encouraged to come dressed and ready to swim.
- Please arrive no more than 15 minutes ahead of your scheduled class time.
- Participants and spectators are required to complete their pre-screen prior to entering the facility. This can be accessed at www.whitby.ca/selfscreening
- Participants must wear their masks or face covering when in line and utilizing indoor amenities (washrooms, change rooms, pool deck, spectator area etc.)
- Participants are given 10 minutes at either end of the program to change
- Please exit the facility promptly after your program has ended
Red Cross preschool swimming lessons are geared towards children up to 6 years of age. Red Cross Swim Kids levels one to ten are for children ages 6 to 12. All preschool and Swim Kids levels will run for a 30 minute duration.
Final report cards will be provided to participants on the final week of the program. Due to capacity and COVID limitations the instructors will be unable to discuss progress with parents. If you have questions or concerns please connect with the Pool Coordinator on the pool deck.
Watching your child swim during lessons
- Spectator areas and viewing galleries are subject to capacity requirements. Spectator areas will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
- The upper viewing gallery will be open for you to watch your child swim. All provincial screening protocols must be completed and adhered to in order to enter the spectator areas. A mask must be worn at all times while watching your child participate in their swim program.
General Program Adjustments
- Program schedules have been modified to allow for cleaning and disinfecting and to help balance the entry and exit of participants.
- Porous equipment has been removed as it cannot be adequately cleaned/disinfected. This includes some toys and equipment with fabric.
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Current Leisure Swim Schedule
Your health and safety is our top priority. That’s why the following guidelines, standards and practices must be followed by anyone entering the pool area.
| Know Before You Go! |
- A Visitor Self-Screening Questionnaire must be completed prior to each visit.
- Proof of screening must be present upon entry (confirmation screen or email)
- As of September 22, proof of vaccination along with ID (confirming name and DOB) will be required for those 12yrs and older at the time of each swim. (Storage of this information is prohibited by businesses) Some exemptions noted at the top of the page may apply.
- As of January 10, 2022, doctors notes for exemptions will no longer be accepted. Medical exemption certificates with QR will be required. Please contact Durham Public Health for additional information
- Effective January 4, 2022 Ontario is requiring the use of the Enhance Vaccine Certificate with QR code as the only accepted proof of vaccination. To download your Enhanced Vaccine Certificate please visit the Ontario Covid-19 vaccination portal. QR codes can be presented to staff for scanning verification digitally or in print form.
- Masks are required for entering and moving throughout the building, but must be removed for swimming.
- Lanes will no longer be assigned to swimmers, lane set up will revert back to pre pandemic operation for all swims.
- Change rooms will no longer be assigned to you, the male, female and family change rooms will be open for use.
- All lockers, and showers will be open and available for your use.
- Equipment will be available for your use with the exception of pool noodles and some children’s toys. You may bring your own hand paddles, kick boards, and fins, at this time we are not allowing snorkels.
- The Tarzan rope will not be opened for recreational swims.
- There will be no on deck viewing, the upper viewing area is open for spectator viewing.
- Bring your own refillable water bottle. The water bottle filling station is available.
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| Anne Ottenbrite Pool (Iroquois Park Sports Centre) – Leisure Swim Times |
| Effective Wednesday January 5, 2022 the Anne Ottenbrite pool will be closed for 21 day as per the current Ontario COVID-19 restrictions. All swim memberships have been placed on hold.
| Lane Swimming |
| Currently Cancelled |
| Recreational Swimming |
| Currently Cancelled |
| Parent and Tot/Physio |
| Currently Cancelled |
| 55+ Swim |
| Currently Cancelled |
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Swim Fees
| Child Admission |
| DESCRIPTION NEEDED Fees
- $3.17 for single use
- $25.39 for 10-use pass
- $24.99 for 1 month pass
- $73.92 for 3 month pass
- $144.72 for annual pass
HST is not included. |
| Adult Admissions |
| DESCRIPTION NEEDED Fees
- $4.74 for single use
- $37.93 for 10-use pass
- $35.40 for 1 month pass
- $102.03 for 3 month pass
- $232.19 for annual pass
HST is not included. |
| 55+ Admissions |
| DESCRIPTION NEEDED Fees
- $3.17 for single use
- $25.39 for 10-use pass
- $24.99 for 1 month pass
- $73.92 for 3 month pass
- $144.73 for annual pass
HST is not included. |
| Family Admissions |
| DESCRIPTION NEEDED Fees
- $12.76 for single use
- $96.15 for 10-use pass
- $67.68 for 1 month pass
- $180.12 for 3 month pass
- $401.90 for annual pass
HST is not included. |
Swim Locations
| Anne Ottenbrite Pool (Iroquois Park Sports Centre) |
| Iroquois Park Sports Centre's Anne Ottenbrite Pool is located at: 500 Victoria St W
Whitby, ON L1N 9G4 Contact us at 905.668.7765.
| Amenities |
| At Anne Ottenbrite Pool, you'll find:
- 25-metre long indoor pool with a deep end, and a capacity of 192
- Aquatics programs
- Family change room and locker area
- Toddler pool with spray feature
- Tarzan rope
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| Whitby Civic Recreation Complex Pool |
| The Whitby Civic Recreation Complex pool is located at: 555 Rossland Rd. E.
Whitby, ON L1N 2M8 The pool is currently closed for renovations. For more information contact us by phone at 905.666.1991.
Amenities |
| At the Whitby Civic Recreation Complex Pool, you'll find:
- 25-metre long one depth, indoor pool with capacity of 294
- Amusement slide, spray bar and mushroom
- Aquatics programs
- Co-ed, on-deck sauna
- Family change rooms and locker area
- Recreational, leisure pool
- Toddler pool with spray feature
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Admission policy
Maximum of two children 6-years-old and under, regardless of swimming ability, will not be admitted to the pool unless they're with a parent or guardian who is at least 14-years-old. The parent or guardian must be in the water within arm's reach of the child. As a parent or guardian, you can swim with two children who are 6 years of age or under.
Children between the ages of seven and nine must successfully pass the two-width swim test, administered by Aquatic staff, to be eligible to swim alone. Children in this age range who do not pass the swim test are required to have a parent/guardian in the water within arm's reach at all times.
Children 10-years-old and older are permitted to swim on their own.
| Amenities – What Remains Closed |
| In order to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission, the following amenities are unavailable at this time:
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| COVID Safety Protocols |
- We have installed protective barriers at customer service areas.
- We have installed health and safety signage and directional markings throughout the facility and pool areas.
- Changerooms and common surfaces are cleaned throughout the day
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| Membership Information |
| To purchase a new pool membership, please contact us at 905.666.1991 for more information. We understand that you may not feel ready to return to the pool at this time:
- To request a membership cancellation, please contact us. Please include your name, membership type and mailing address in your request.
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COVID-19 protocols
We are committed to providing as safe an experience as possible within all of our facilities. Please keep up-to-date on current COVID-19 public health updates.
