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Inclusion Swimming Lessons

Inclusion lessons are for participants who may require extra support to participate in private or group swimming lessons.  Inclusion spots are limited and are based on staff availability.  There are no added fees for inclusion support.

Inclusion Swim Lesson Registration:

Wednesday, May 13 between 9:00am-12:00pm. 

Please call 902-509-1122 and leave a voicemail.  

Private and Semi-Private Lessons

Private lessons for one participant- $105 for four-30 min lessons.

Semi private lessons for two participants (no more than one swim level apart) - $160 for four-30 min lessons.  (You must have two participants before registering).  

We offer private and semi-private lessons for children and adults.  These lessons teach specific skills and build confidence.  

Participants are not guaranteed to pass a swimming level in one block of these private lessons.

Private/Semi-Private Lessons:  Beginning on Wednesday, June 3 at 9:00am, call (902) 798-8391 ext. 228 and leave a voicemail to be placed on a list.  A staff person will be in contact to schedule your lessons.  

Group Swimming Lessons

Session 1:  July 6-July 16

Session 2:  July 20-July 30

Session 3: August 3-August 13

Session 4: August 17-August 27

3-12 years

Hants Aquatic Centre 

We offer group lessons Monday to Thursday in two-week sessions (8 classes).  There are no lessons on Fridays, and classes will run on holidays.  

Unsure what to register your participant in?  Set up a free assessment once the pool opens in June, or contact us for more information.  (902)798-8391 ext 228 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

 

Group LessonsTimeAgeFees
Preschool 1 9:10-9:40am; 12:10-12:40pm; 4:10-4:50pm

 

$75
Preschool 2 9:55-10:25am; 11:35-12:05pm; 4:55-5:25pm $75
Preschool 3 9:20-10:50am; 11:35-12:05pm; 4:10-4:50pm 3-5 years $75
Preschool 4 9:55-10:25am; 4:55-5:25pm 3-5 years $75
Preschool 5 8:35-9:05am 3-5 years $75
Swimmer 1 9:20-9:50am; 11:35-12:05pm 5 years & up $75
Swimmer 2 9:50-10:20am; 12:10-12:40pm 5 years & up $75
Swimmer 3 8:35-9:15am; 9:45-10:25am 5 years & up $85
Swimmer 4 9:05-9:45am 5 years & up $85
Swimmer 5/6 8:35-9:15am 5 years & up $85
Simmer 7/8/9 8:00-9:00am (Once completed Level 6) $95

 

Please note that we require a minimum of 3 participants per level to run the class. Visit our website for more swimming level descriptions. Programs with age restrictions program participants must meet the required age by the start date of the program.

 

Aquatic Leadership Courses

Interested in becoming a lifeguard or swimming instructor?  We are grateful to the Community Foundation of Nova Scotia and Family and Community First for funding 10 FREE registrations in each of the following Aquatic Leadership Courses this summer. 

Intermediate Workplace First Aid 

13 + years 

100 King Street

Saturday, July 4 and Sunday July 5 - 10:00-5:00pm

Cost:  Free for the first 10 WHRM residents.  $160 thereafter.  

Designed for those who require a more in-depth udnerstanding of first aid.  

Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross Combination Course

Aquatic Centre 

Cost: Free for the first 10 WHRM residents, $400 thereafter.  

Prerequisites:  13+ years of age, valid Intermediate Workplace First Aid Certification, and access to technology to complete online learning session.  

This program requires 100% attendance.

Friday, July 10 - 11:00 am-4:00pm

Saturday, July 11 & Sunday July 12 - 9:00am-6:00pm

Thursday, July 16 -5:00pm-9:00pm - Online class

Friday, July 17 -11:00am-4:00pm

Saturday, July 18 & Sunday July 19-9:00am-6:00pm

Swim for Life Instructor Course

15+ years

Cost: Free for the first 10 WHRM residents, $365 thereafter.

Prerequisites:  15+ years of age, certified in Bronze Cross, and have access to technology to complete online learnings session. 

This program requires 100% attendance.

Friday, July 24 - 11:00am-3:00pm -Classroom at 100 King St., Windsor, 3:00-4:00pm - Hants Aquatic Centre

Saturday, July 25 and July 26 -9:00am-3:00 pm - Hants Aquatic Centre - 3:00-6:00pm - Classroom at 100 King St., Windsor 

Monday, July 27 & Thursday, July 30 -Candidate practice teaching times TBD

Thursday, July 30 - 5:00pm-9:00pm - Online Class

National Lifeguard Course 

Cost:  Free for the first 10 WHRM residents, $410 thereafter.

Prerequisites:  15 + years of age, certified in Bronze Cross and Intermediate Workplace First Aid, and have access to technology to complete online learning session. 

This program requires 100% attendance.

Friday, August 7 -11:00am-3:00pm - 100 King Street, Windsor -3:00-4:00pm - Hants Aquatic Centre

Saturday, August 8 - Sunday, August 9 -9:00am-6:00pm - Hants Aquatic Centre

Thursday, August 20 - Online class - 5:00pm-9:00pm

Friday, August 21-11:00am-3:00pm - 100 King Street., Windsor - 3:00-4:00pm - Hants Aquatic Centre

Saturday, August 22 - Sunday August 23 -9:00am-6:00pm - Hants Aquatic Centre