Outdoor Pools

Pool locations and schedules

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Port Dalhousie Pool

Closed for the season

Port Dalhousie Pool is located at 205 Main St 

Lincoln Park Pool

Closed for the season

Lion Dunc Schooley Pool

Closed for the season

Lion Dunc Schooley Pool is located at 32 Seymour Ave.

Amenities

• Lifejackets (personal floatation devices or PFDs) are available for Leisure Swimmers
• Water fountains are available. We encourage you to bring your own filled refillable water bottle to stay hydrated

Reserve your swim time

You must register online for all identified Length Swims at Port Dalhousie Pool and Lion Dunc Schooley Pool through the ActiveSTC online portal or by phone at 905.688.5601 ext. 1800. Leisure Swimming is available by drop-in only.

Cancelling your reservation

If you are unable to come to your reservation time, please call us at 905.688.5601 ext. 1800 at least four hours before your time. If you miss your reservation and do not call in, your account will be placed on a three-day hold and you cannot book swim times during that time.

Day camps and groups

Please make arrangements for reservations for day camps and large groups with our recreation coordinator by calling 905.688.5601 ext. 1571 in advance of your arrival.

The group caregiver(s) are entirely responsible for their group while in the facility and must effectively always supervise the group. Admittance and supervision requirements for all children must be met.

Private rentals

To rent an outdoor pool, please contact us at 905.688.5601 ext. 1571.

Rates and fees

You can purchase swim passes and clip cards at the Port Dalhousie Pool, Lion Dunc Schooley Pool and the Kiwanis Aquatics Centre. You can also use City of St. Catharines fitness passes for any aquatic swim or activity program where space is available.

The rates and fees for swim programs at outdoor pools include:

Using your swim passes

• All passes must be submitted before entry to the pool is permitted
• Adults may use their passes for Outdoor Pool Leisure Swimming and Any Age Lengths Swimming
• Children and Youth may use their passes for Outdoor Pool Leisure Swimming and Any Age Lengths Swimming
• Family passes gain families entry into Outdoor Pool Leisure Swimming, and Any Age Lengths Swimming
• There is a Lost Swim Pass Replacement Fee of $6.60 if you lose your swim pass

Program descriptions

View our program descriptions to discover which swimming or aquatics activity program is right for you.

Leisure Swimming

Leisure swims are open to everyone, whether you are an advanced swimmer or beginner. There is no pressure to swim fast. Everyone is welcome to drift and float and enjoy a comfortable swim. Leisure swims are ideal for people of all ages to enjoy and play in an aquatic setting.

Any Age Length Swimming

All ages are welcome to enjoy Any Age Lengths Swimming. To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, please check how pool lanes are divided and/or designated to other activities.

Observe the pace of swimmers before finding the lane that best suits your pace. See a lifeguard if you need assistance.

Admission and supervision requirements

To help ensure your children have a safe and enjoyable swimming experience, we use a colour-coded wristband procedure to identify children at risk. This allows us to adequately supervise any children needing extra assistance in the pool area.

All children aged 10 and under are given a wristband by facility staff and are required to complete the facility swim test in order to swim in the deep area of the pool. We also may ask any guest, of any age, to complete the facility swim test before entering the deep area.

Facility swim test (large outdoor pool)

The facility swim test for large outdoor pools involves a feet-first jump into shallow water. Then participants must tread water for one minute and swim a recognizable front crawl for 20 metres.

Facility swim test (small outdoor pool)

The facility swim test for small outdoor pools involves a front float, with your face submerged for five seconds, and returning to a standing position unassisted.

Children 6 and under

• Must always be accompanied within arm's reach by a parent, guardian or designate (caregiver) who is at least 14 years old
• There is a maximum of two children for every supervising caregiver
• If a child does not pass the facility swim test, they are given red and orange wristbands. The child must remain in the shallow end of the pool
• If a child passes the facility swim test, they are given green and orange wristbands. The child is permitted in the deep end of the pool

Children 7-10 years old

• Must always be accompanied within arm's reach by a parent, guardian or designate (caregiver) who is at least 14 years old or pass the facility swim test
• There is a maximum of four children for every supervising caregiver

• If a child does not pass the facility swim test, they are given red and orange wristbands. The child must remain in the shallow end of the pool
• If a child passes the facility swim test, they are given a green wristband. The child may be admitted to the pool unaccompanied

Children 11 or older

• No supervision is required
• At the lifeguard's discretion, the child may be asked to complete a facility swim test before swimming in the deep end of the pool

Guests with serious medical conditions

Any guest with serious medical conditions must be accompanied by a person knowledgeable of their condition and responsible for their direct supervision. Your medical doctor should be consulted before swimming.