Adult Aquatics
Notice: Pool Closure
Our pool is currently closed due to a malfunction in the chemical control equipment.
We are hopeful the issue will be resolved shortly. Should further work be required, the closure may be extended. Members will receive updates by email.
Workout, Learn to Swim, and Improve Your Stroke
Swimming is great exercise! If swimming is your workout, book your Lane Swim or Aquafit class today. If you want to learn to swim or improve your stroke technique, we offer a range of Lifesaving Society classes and private instruction. All adult swimming programs are taught by Lifesaving Society certified instructors.
Adult swim programs, with the exception of Lane Swim, are open to people 18 years and up.
Adult Swim Programs
Aquafit
Take is easy or go all out. You determine the level of intensity that’s right for you. Our Aquafit class is a great workout for everyone!
Aquafit is an instructor led workout session, on a drop-in basis. This program is targeted to those looking for a fun, low-impact workout – perfect for rehab, maintenance and muscle building.
Capacity
25 people
Schedule
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday:
10:00 am to 11:00 am
Fees
Included in Grange Fitness Centre membership or Day Pass
Please note: This is a drop-in program on a first come, first serve basis. Spots are limited.
Lane Swim
Open swim for swimming continuous lengths. Swimmers are encouraged to bring their own personal equipment. (This is not a leisure swim. Only swimming lengths are permitted.)
Open to ages 16+ and swimmers 12+ that can swim 2 continuous lengths.
Please note the following lanes are available: Senior, Slow, Medium, Fast
Capacity
25 people
Fees
Included in Grange Fitness Centre membership or Day Pass
Schedule
Monday to Thursday
- 7:00 am to 9:00 am
- 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
- 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Friday
- 7:00 am to 9:00 am
- 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
- 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday
- 8:30 am to 9:45 am
- 3:30 pm to 4:45 pm
Please note: This is a drop-in program on a first come, first serve basis. Spots are limited.
Private Lessons
Private Lessons are one-on-one swim instruction with a Lifesaving Society Certified instructor. The great thing about Private lessons is that you can learn at your pace and you can communicate your personal swimming goals with the instructor.
Private lessons are available for all age groups.
Capacity
1 person
Summer 2025: Weekly Lessons (July 2 to August 24)
- Lesson Duration: 30 minutes or 45 minutes (Please note: 45-minute lessons are recommended for Sharks Level 5 and higher)
- Schedule: Lessons will be available in a weekly format (lessons are once per week).
*No lessons on holidays: August 2 to August 4 (Civic Holiday Long Weekend)
Private Lesson Fees
- 30-Minute Lesson: $38.50 per class
- 45-Minute Lesson: $49.50 per class
Summer Registration is Now Open
If you have any questions, please contact the Recreation Supervisor at aquatics@universitysettlement.ca, or call 416‑598‑3444 ext. 229.
Semi-Private Lessons
If you wish to enroll in a semi-private lesson (2 participants), please contact the Recreation Supervisor:
aquatics@universitysettlement.ca
416-598-3444 ext. 229
Group Lessons for Adults
Adult Swim 1
Skills Taught in This Level
- Introduction of front & back swim, front, side and back glide, submersion & breath control, surface support and deep water
- Continuous swim of 25 to 50 metres
Prerequisites
None
Summer 2025: Weekly Lessons (July 2 to August 24)
- Tuesdays, 7:00 pm to 7:45 pm
- Saturdays, 12:15 pm to 1:00 pm
*No lessons on holidays: August 2 to August 4 (Civic Holiday Long Weekend)
Fees
$27.50 per lesson
Summer Registration is Now Open
If you have any questions, please contact the Recreation Supervisor at aquatics@universitysettlement.ca, or call 416‑598‑3444 ext. 229.
Adult Swim 2/3
Skills Taught in Adult Swim 2
- Development of 25m front crawl, 25m back crawl, 90 seconds treading, and entries into deep water
- Introduction to whip kick, breaststroke, and eggbeater
- Continuous swim of 50 to 100 metres
Skills Taught in Adult Swim 3
- Development of 50m to 100m front crawl, 50m to 100m back crawl, 25m to 50m breaststroke, 25m to 50m elementary back stroke, treading for 3 minutes, eggbeater for 30 seconds
- Introduction to surface dives, stride jumps, flip turns
- Continuous swim of 100m to 200m
Prerequisites
Successful completion or skill ability equal to Adult Swim 1.
Summer 2025: Weekly Lessons (July 2 to August 24)
- Tuesdays, 7:00 pm to 7:45 pm
*No lessons on holidays: August 2 to August 4 (Civic Holiday Long Weekend)
Fees
$27.50 per lesson
Summer Registration is Now Open
If you have any questions, please contact the Recreation Supervisor at aquatics@universitysettlement.ca, or call 416‑598‑3444 ext. 229.
Agency Membership Fees: In addition to program fees, an annual Agency Membership ($25 plus HST per year) is required for all individuals participating in swim lessons and courses at University Settlement.
Leisure Swim
Come and enjoy the pool. Have fun and get comfortable in the water. Our Leisure Swims are open to all ages – adults, seniors, kids, and youth. Everyone in the pool!
- Shallow and deep areas separated
- Proper supervision ratios
- Age restrictions for swimming alone
- Swim tests for deep-end access apply
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.