Pool Schedule

Spend time in the pool at the Kenora Recreation Centre. Bring your entire family to splash around in the tot pool or leisure pool, or take a turn down the water slide. You can include the aquatic centre in your fitness routine by taking part in aquafit programs or swimming laps in the lane pool. Grab a seat in the soothing sauna or hot tub to relax before you leave for the rest of your day or evening.

Print the pool schedule

Pool schedule

View the schedule for various swims at the pool.

Pool booking protocols

You will be asked to leave the facility if the rules are not being followed.

These rules are subject to change. Please be patient with staff as we try to provide the best service in these circumstances.

Call 807-467-2087 to book your swim time. You can book up to seven days in advance, with 24 hours notice of cancellations. Walk-ups accepted if space is available. Calling ahead is recommended.

Lane swimming offered in 1 hr time slots, with one swimmer per lane – unless you are in the same social bubble (up to a maximum of three persons).

Family swims offered in 1 hr and 1.5 hr time slots. No unaccompanied minors.

Please respect social distancing guidelines

Goggles are recommended.

No snorkels.

The sauna remains closed.

Masks are not required on the pool deck.

Change room rules

Change rooms are for pool users only.

We encourage you to arrive with your bathing attire already on under your clothing in an effort to move quickly through the change room.

• Masks are mandatory in change rooms unless you are showering.
• Please move quickly through change rooms, 15 minutes max.
• Please leave the application of cosmetics and hygiene products for when at home.
• Maintain social distancing at all times.
• Watch for oncoming traffic.
• Change rooms will be closed periodically throughout the day for cleaning.

What you need to know about WaterFit and GentleFit

Reserve your spot by calling 807-467-2087 at 9 a.m. for classes the next day.

• 15 participants only for WaterFit.
• five participants only for GentleFit.
• Follow social distancing guidelines.
• Pool and fitness staff will handle all equipment.

After class, please leave your equipment on the side of the pool deck to be sanitized and dried properly.

Swims

Family swim

At this time we are not permitting unaccompanied minors to enter the pool. Family Swims are being offered; we expect Parents/Caregivers to help enforce social distancing outside of their Bubble. Please note, not all toys will be available at this time. The Tarzan Rope is closed for the time being, as well the fountains are not available at this time

Water slide

To ride the water slide you must be at least 42” (107 cm) tall and able to comfortably swim 3 metres unassisted. Flotation devices cannot be worn on the slide and jewelry must be removed. Parents cannot ‘catch' children at the bottom of the slide.

Tot pool

Restricted to children age 5 years and under accompanied in the water and directly supervised by an adult. Accompanying adult is responsible for supervision of children in their care and must stay in the water, and be within arm's reach at all times. Reduced capacity, only 6 persons in the Tot Pool at any time.

Sauna

The Sauna is now open to pool users only. Monday to Friday from 7a.m. to 4 p.m. with limited use and a max of 3 persons.

Hot tub

Children under the age of 12 are not allowed in the hot tub unless accompanied and supervised by a person who is 16 years of age or older. Reduced Capacity, only 3 persons in the Hot Tub at any time.

Family swim

Fun for the whole family! An adult family member must accompany children in the water. Please respect the Social Distancing Guidelines put in place by our Provincial and Local Health Authorities. Not all water toys will be available at this time, due to changes in cleaning protocols. Goggles are recommended, snorkels are not permitted at this time as they promote spitting of air and water through the mouth. The facility will not be able to loan out any goggles or masks.

Adult swim

The Lane and Leisure Pools are available for use, please maintain social distance from other swimmers. Goggles are recommended if you will be swimming with your face in the water. Snorkels are not permitted at this time. Our equipment is available for use, please do not place them back on the shelves and racks when you are done as we will need to clean them properly before their next use. Swimmers are permitted to swim lengths, but we are not restricting swimmers to swimming lengths for this swim.

Lane swim

Refresh yourself with an invigorating swim! Lap swimming for active swimmers age 13 years and over. Swimmers under the age of 13 may swim lanes if accompanied by a Parent. The Lane Pool will be set-up in lanes. One swimmer per lane, unless you are from the same social bubble, up to a max of 3 persons. Goggles are highly recommended, snorkels will not be permitted at this time. We encourage you to bring your own equipment (fins, paddles, etc). Flutter Boards and Pull Buoys will be available. Please do not place them back on the rack when you are done.

WaterFit

If you enjoy the water and would like to improve your fitness level, this is the program for you! Try this fun and different way to trim and tone those muscles, while improving your cardiovascular system. There are 15 spaces available per class. Call to reserve your space.

Gentle WaterFit

A gentle stretching and exercising program. This is an excellent class for individuals with arthritis, joint pain, back trouble, recovering from recent surgery or wanting some gentle exercise! There are 5 spaces available per class. Call to reserve your space.