Swimming and Swim Lessons

Where to swim in Highlands East

Public Beaches

You can enjoy swimming at public beaches on four lakes where water quality is tested regularly:

• Gooderham Lake, 1085 Lakeshore Road, Gooderham
• Wilbermere Lake, 1540 South Wilberforce Road, Wilberforce
• Paudash Lake, 1117 North Bay Beach Road, Cardiff
• Glamour Lake, 2293 Glamor Lake Road, Gooderham

Cardiff Pool

This outdoor pool is located at 2 Balsam Street, Cardiff and is open seasonally via a paid membership program.

Directions to Cardiff Pool

Take Highway 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.

Open Swims and Swimming Lessons Available

Pool operating hours are split between lessons, open swim time where members can enjoy the pool at their leisure and special Saturday morning events. Learn more by reviewing our Pool Swim Types.

Please take a moment to review the Pool Rules and Admissions Policy to ensure everyone's safety and for details on guardian supervision before your visit.

Our swimming lessons focus on boosting your child’s swimming abilities and advancing through the Lifesaving Society swimming lessons. Our instructors specialize in enhancing your child's confidence, abilities, and stamina in the water.