Swimming and Swim Lessons
Enjoy swimming in Highlands East at public beaches and our outdoor pool. Information on swim lessons and pool hours we offer will be updated seasonally.
Cardiff Pool |
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LocationThe outdoor pool is located at 2 Balsam Street, Cardiff. DirectionsTake Hwy 118 to Monck Road. Proceed on Monck Road and turn left on to Sprucedale Street (just past the Community Centre) and then turn left on to Balsam Street (the only street on the left). The Pool will be on your left. |
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2021 Cardiff Pool Schedule and Rules |
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The pool will be available for swimming, weather permitting, between July 12, 2021 and August 28, 2021 according to the schedule outlined below.
The pool will be closed all day on Saturday, August 14, 2021. Pool schedule is subject to change. Schedule changes will be updated here and posted at the pool. Lack of available staff may cause unscheduled pool closures. Swim Types
CleaningThe swimming schedule incorporates a half hour between each block of swimming that will be used for cleaning and sterilization while the pool area is unoccupied. OccupancyAs part of our COVID-19 safety protocols, pool area occupancy will be capped at 24 people in total consisting of 2 staff and 16 swimmers during each block and up to 6 adults watching their children from the pool deck. Unattended ChildrenThe pool program is not a babysitting service. Children using the pool must have a local contact in case of emergency. Pool RulesIn order to ensure that everyone will be able to use the facilities and equipment with safety and pleasure, the following rules will be strictly enforced.
Rule-breakingThe following procedures will be followed for those who fail to follow the rules:
Other policies and informationWe expect parents to co-operate by impressing on your children the necessity of obeying the rules for their own safety and the well-being of all concerned. Persons causing damage to buildings or equipment will be charged for the cost of repair or replacement. Please take notice that the telephone at the pool is for outgoing emergency calls only. No incoming calls will be accepted. If parents or guardians have any suggestions or complaints, please contact the Municipal Office at 705-448-2981. |
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2021 Pool Membership and Other Fees |
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Season memberships for the Cardiff Pool are available for residents and non-residents alike. There will be no free replacement of lost memberships. Season memberships are not available for purchase at the pool. See below for payment options.
*Members are provided with a badge to wear to the pool as proof of membership. **Must qualify for Old Age Security benefits and be a resident of Highlands East.
All summer swim programs have been cancelled for the 2021 season. Learn more.
All summer swim programs have been cancelled for the 2021 season. Learn more. |
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Payment Options |
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We offer online payments including e-Transfer and online banking. To view all the options that are available visit our Online Payments page. Other payment options include cash, debit or cheque made payable to the Municipality of Highlands East and can be made at the Main Office in Wilberforce by appointment on Monday to Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Please note that credit card payments cannot be made at the Municipal Office. |
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Public Beaches |
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You can enjoy swimming at public beaches on four lakes where water quality is tested regularly:
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Swim Lessons |
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Summer swim programs cancelledAll summer swim programs have been cancelled for the 2021 season. The Municipality of Highlands East offers Red Cross swimming lessons and Preschool lessons for Parents & Tots. Class sizes are limited so register early. Session datesSession dates for Cardiff Pool, Wilbermere Beach and Gooderham Lake Beach swimming lessons for the upcoming season will be posted when available. For swim lesson information contact the municipal office at 705-448-2981. Class timesSpecific class times are dependent on registration numbers. This information will be posted at a later date. RegistrationWhen available, you can download the registration form for Cardiff Pool, Gooderham Lake Beach, or Wilbermere Beach. Online registration paperwork must be forwarded by fax, email, or hand delivered to the Main Office in Wilberforce. Please include your payment ID details on the registration form. |