Swimming & Aquatics

Have fun in the pool and learn how to swim at University Settlement. We offer swimming & aquatics programs for adults, children, youth, and families. Explore leisure swims, swim lessons, aquafit, lane swim, leadership training courses, and more.

Swimming & Aquatics

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Adult Aquatics

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Kids & Youth Swim

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Family Swim

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Lifesaving Training

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Making Waves: A Family’s Journey with University Settlement’s Aquatics Program

Since 2011, the Hedges family has been an integral part of University Settlement’s Aquatics Program, finding convenience close to home and discovering a welcoming community within its walls. Starting with the mom and baby swim program, their journey expanded with Level 1 swim classes, drawn by the small class sizes, cleanliness, and excellent instructor training. For the Hedges, University Settlement wasn’t just about swimming—

“The proximity to our house, cleanliness, safety measures, and friendliness of the staff kept us coming back,” recalls Mrs. Hedges. “We never went anywhere else for swimming after that.”

“What sets University Settlement apart for us is not just the programs but the people,” Mr. Hedges reflects. “The lifeguards are the best. Kind, patient, and always ready to say hi even if we see them outside of class.”

The family shared –“The impact of University Settlement extends beyond the pool, we have been offered free tickets to the games and inclusion in community events like Grange Festivals and We Care, gives us a sense of belonging and joy. The genuine outreach from the program coordinator, especially towards homeschooling families like ours, has left a lasting impression in our hearts.”

Through the Aquatics Program, the children gained confidence, with the younger one progressing remarkably in just a year and a half. Beyond swimming, the program became a space of growth, community, and empowerment for the Hedges family and many others, leaving positive ripples far beyond the water’s edge.

Help Us Make A Difference

When you give to University Settlement, you make it possible for us to provide more aquatics programs for students and families like the Hedges family.

Your contribution enriches the entire community. Consider a monthly donation today to leave a lasting impact.

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Cancellation and Make-up Lesson Policy
(Updated May 2024)

Swimming Lesson Cancellation Policy

Refund Eligibility

  • Withdraw requests made at least 14 days before the commencement of the first lesson will be eligible for a refund, minus a 6% transaction fee deducted from the refund amount.
  • Withdraw requests made less than 14 days before the first lesson will incur a 30% cancellation fee deducted from the refund amount, alongside transaction fees.
  • Withdraw requests made after the second lesson will not be eligible for a refund.

Transaction Fees

Each transaction after the original transaction is subject to a 6% transaction fee.

Summer Makeup Policy

Due to the intensive nature of our Summer programming, in addition to limited availability, no make-up lesson or refund will be provided for missed lessons.

Credit

Credits will only be issued in exceptional circumstances and will be provided minus the cost of classes taken to that point. Credits can be used towards future University Settlement programming and will expire if not used within six months of being added to the student’s account.

Please review the Cancellation and Makeup Lesson Policy on the registration page before completing registration.

Workshop/One-time Course Cancellation Policy

This policy applies to one-time courses such as HIGH FIVE, leadership courses, first aid courses, and recertifications.

Refund Eligibility

  • Withdraw requests made at least 14 days before the first course date will be eligible for a refund, minus a 6% transaction fee deducted from the refund amount.
  • Withdraw requests made less than 14 days before the first course date will incur a 30% cancellation fee deducted from the refund amount, alongside transaction fees.
  • Withdraw requests made within 2 days of the course date will not be eligible for a refund.

Transaction Fees

After the initial registration, each transaction will incur a 6% fee in addition to any other applicable fees.

Please review the Cancellation and Makeup Lesson Policy on the registration page before completing registration.

Pool Policies

Admittance Policy

Child(ren) that are 9 years and under must be accompanied by a guardian that is 14 years and older. The guardian must remain within arms reach of the child(ren) at all times.

Deep End Swim Test

If you are 13 years and under, you must take a deep end test to swim in the deep end. These are the deep end test must-sees:

  • Swim 2 continuous widths of the pool
  • Face in the water and ability to take breaths
  • No stopping or touching the pool bottom
  • Comfort in water
  • Recognizable front swim (front crawl or breastroke)

General Pool Rules

  • Supervise and remain within arms reach of children
  • Shower before entering pool
  • Swim in bathing suit
  • Do not run on pool deck
  • Do not wear outdoor shoes on pool deck
  • No food or drinks or glass on pool deck
  • No playing rough

Contact us

If you have any questions, please contact us for more information.

Recreation Supervisor, Aquatics
aquatics@universitysettlement.ca
416-598-3444 ext. 228

Recreation Administrator
fitness@universitysettlement.ca
416-598-3444 ext. 227