Adult Aquatics

Workout, learn to swim, and improve your stroke. 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 and semi-private instruction. All adult swimming programs are taught by Lifesaving Society certified instructors.

Notice: Pool closure on March 27 and March 28

Please be advised that our pool will be temporarily closed for necessary maintenance work on Wednesday, March 27, and Thursday, March 28. The pool will reopen on Tuesday, April 2 after the long weekend building closure.

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 9:15 am
  • 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
  • 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Friday
  • 7:00 am to 9:15 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 per class

Spring 2024 Sessions (April 8 to June 16)
  • Lesson Duration: 30 minutes or 45 minutes (note: 45-minute lessons are recommended for Sharks Level 5 and higher)
  • Availability: Please visit our online portal to view the schedule and to register online (available starting Saturday, February 24).
  • No Lessons on Holidays: May 18 to May 20 (Victoria Day Weekend)

Private Lesson Fees

  • 30-Minute Lesson: $35 per class
  • 45-Minute Lesson: $40 per class

Spring Registration is Now Open

If you have any questions, please contact the Recreation Supervisor at aquatics@universitysettlement.ca, or call 416‑598‑3444 ext. 228.

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. 228

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

Capacity

5 people per class

Spring 2024 Sessions (April 8 to June 16)
  • Monday, 11:00 am to 11:45 am (9 lessons)
  • Wednesday, 7:00 pm to 7:45 pm (10 lessons)

*No lessons May 18 to May 20 (Victoria Day Weekend)

Fees

$25 per lesson

Spring Registration is Now Open

If you have any questions, please contact the Recreation Supervisor at aquatics@universitysettlement.ca, or call 416‑598‑3444 ext. 228.

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.

Capacity

5 people per class

Spring 2024 Sessions (April 8 to June 16)
  • Monday, 11:00 am to 11:45 am (9 lessons)
  • Wednesday, 7:00 pm to 7:45 pm (10 lessons)

*No lessons May 18 to May 20 (Victoria Day Weekend)

Fees

$25 per lesson

Spring Registration is Now Open

If you have any questions, please contact the Recreation Supervisor at aquatics@universitysettlement.ca, or call 416‑598‑3444 ext. 228.

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.

Free Leisure Swim

Come and enjoy the pool. Have fun and get comfortable in the water. Our Free 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

Capacity

30 people

Schedule

  • Tuesday and Thursday: 10:00 am to 11:00 am
  • Friday: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
  • Saturday and Sunday: 2:00 pm to 3:15 pm

Fees

Included in University Settlement Agency Membership

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.

Please note: This is a drop-in program on a first come, first serve basis. Spots are limited.