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Thamesford Outdoor Pool

The Recreation Department operates and maintains an outdoor pool on George Street North in Thamesford. This pool serves the residents of Thamesford, Kintore, and the surrounding areas making it a busy place during the summer. Seasonal full and part time staff work diligently to keep the pool clean and safe in order to provide an enjoyable facility for the public. A wide range of aquatic programs are offered by the lifeguards and swimming instructors. The pool is also available for rent and the facility is heated. 

Thamesford Area Swimming Pool 
204 George Street 
Thamesford, Ontario 
519-485-2490 Ext 7285 

Mailing Address
PO Box 189
Thamesford, Ontario
N0M 2M0

Contact by email

Online Registration

Thamesford pool with bulding behind and mural of fish and whales painted on side of bulding

Registration for the 2024 Pool Season opens on May 1st. Click here to register online:

Online Registration

The Thamesford Pool follows the Lifesaving Society's Swim for Life curriculum. 

Not sure what level to register your kids in for swimming lessons this summer? Check out the Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Program Guides for more information. They provide details regarding minimum requirements and goals for each level.

 

LESSON SCHEDULE

Morning Lessons

Swimmers will come each weekday morning for two weeks and participate in the Swim for Life program.  Lessons are scheduled between 9:00.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Session 1: July 1 – 12
Session 2: July 15 – 26
Session 3: July 29 - August 9
Session 4: August 12 – 23

$56.00/session, 30-minute class. For ‘Parent & Tot’, ‘Preschool 1 to 5’, and ‘Swimmer 1 & 2’.

$65.00/session, 45-minute class. For ‘Swimmer 3 to 6’. 


Evening Lessons

Swimmers will come on Tuesdays or Thursdays each week for 8 weeks between July 2 and August 22. Lessons are scheduled between 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Saturday Lessons

Swimmer will come every Saturday for 8 weeks July 6-Aug 24. Lessons are scheduled between 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

$46.00/session, 30-minute class. For ‘Parent & Tot’, ‘Preschool 1 to 5’, and ‘Swimmer 1 & 2’.

$55.00/session, 45-minute class. For ‘Swimmer 3 to 6’. 


Private Lessons

Can be scheduled as often as required, subject to availability. Offered on Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings and Saturday mornings.  Lessons are 1 on 1 and are 30 minutes in length.

$25.00/lesson

Full pool details and schedule are in the Spring 2024 Zorra Now. Click here for an outline of the class schedules for the 2024 pool season.

Lifeguard Information

Have you ever considered becoming a lifeguard? Click here to see what courses are required.

Volunteer Opportunities

Why not volunteer at the pool? You can earn volunteer hours plus gain valuable experience that may help you to gain future employment at the pool! Must be 14 years of age and require at least Swimmer 6 of the Swim for Life Program by the Lifesaving Society. Click here to submit your application today!

Pool Passes are now available for purchase at the pool.

Payment methods include: cash, cheque, debit or credit.

Item Price
Family Pass (up to 6 family members residing in the same house) $150.00
Individual Season Pass $60.00
10-Punch Card $25.00

Public Swimming Admission Guidelines

All swimmers wishing to join us for public swimming must meet the minimum standards for admission: 

Colour band differences for the pool. For an accessible version of this information, contact the Township of Zorra at 519-485-2490

 

Schedule

Visit our Community Calendar for full pool schedule.

schedule of pool events

list of pool events and prices

 

The Thamesford Area Swimming Pool follows the Lifesaving Society's Swim for Life curriculum. The focus is on swimming. Their Swim for Life program stresses lots of in-water practice to develop solid swimming strokes and skills. Visit their website for information about this program.

Why not rent the Thamesford Area Swimming Pool for your next event? The pool is available for private bookings during the pool season:

  • Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
  • Sundays from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Saturdays after 4:00 p.m.

For inquiries or to book the pool call 519-485-2490 ext. 7242 or send an email.

Swim Team LogoThe Tiger Sharks Swim Team is a great way to build your swimming skills and have fun while on a team! Team members will have the opportunity to go to swim meets throughout the summer and test their skills against others in the area! 

Open to all ages (children, teens and adults) who can swim a recognizable stroke for one length of the pool.

Practice Dates:
Tuesday, Thursday & Saturdays at 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Swim Meets:
Wednesday Evenings

*attendance at practices and meets are optional and participants can attend as their schedules allow. 


Cost: $85.00

Register Here

Splash Pads

The Township has 2 Splash Pads available. The splash pads open in the spring and stay open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily through the fall. Exact dates of opening and closing depend on weather, staff availability, maintenance, etc. Follow us on social media for splash pad updates!

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