Aquatics

BGC St. Alban's offers a range of Aquatics programs for children and adults, including swimming lessons, aquatic leadership courses and more. Below are the current programs and schedules. For details about each program, please visit Aquatic Programs.

Winter 2026

WEEKLY LESSONS

First day of lessons:

  • Monday, January 5
  • Tuesday, January 6
  • Wednesday, January 7
  • Thursday, January 8
  • Friday ,January 9
  • Saturday, January 10
  • Sunday, January 11


Last day of lessons:

  • Monday, March 9
  • Tuesday, March 10
  • Wednesday, March 11
  • Thursday, March 12
  • Friday, March 13
  • Saturday, March 14
  • Sunday, March 15


Please note that the pool will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026 for Family Day.


Registration opens at 9 a.m. on November 7.

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Stroke Improvement Lessons


This program works on the swimmer's strokes and endurance to prepare them for the Winter 2026 swimming lessons.

The weeks are: 

  • Session 1: December 1st - December 5th 
  • Session 2: December 8th - December 12th 
  • Session 3: December 15th - December 19th 



Location: Palmerston Pool

Registration opens at 9 a.m. on November 7.


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December 2025
Aquatic Leadership Programs


  • Introduction to Lifeguarding
  • National Lifeguard - Pool (Certification)
  • National Lifeguard - Pool (Recertification)
  • Bronze Cross
  • Bronze Medallion
  • Bronze Star


Location: Palmerston Pool

For more details, visit the Aquatics Programs.

Registration opens at 9 a.m. on November 7.


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Fall 2025 Spring Lane Swim

Lane swimming is available on weekday mornings.  Eight participants at a time.   $7/50 minute time slot. 

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At this time we are not offering Aqua Fit or Recreational Swim times. Please check back for updates.

Private versus Group Lessons

It is a common belief that children will progress faster if they are registered in a private lesson. Statistically, there is no evidence to support this. In fact, private lessons are not necessary for the majority of the population, unless you have the following considerations:
  1. A specific skill that your child is not progressing on which is forcing them to be held back in lessons.
  2. Any type of special need or requirement that prohibits your child from participating in a group environment.
We strive to give each child equal amount of attention in a group lesson—as well, a group environment promotes teamwork, offers encouragement and motivation, as well as enjoyable interaction with other children. Consider group lessons first! 

Swimmer Evaluation

Evaluation provides guidance on how swimmers can progress and what class level would provide the best environment for development. It is unusual for participants to progress through a level on the first try. Swimmers often spend a few sessions in a level before moving to the next one. A recommendation to repeat the same level should not be misinterpreted as a lack of improvement as this is seldom the case. For this reason, parents/guardians are encouraged to respect the recommendation of the aquatic staff.
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Refund Policy

UPDATED AUGUST 2025:
Please note that cancellations submitted at least one week prior to the scheduled activity will be eligible for a refund, minus a 15% administrative fee. Cancellations made within one week of the activity will receive a credit to the participant’s Amilia account, also subject to a 15% administrative fee. 
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Make up classes

Pool time is fully booked and the Club is not able to accommodate individuals who miss classes. Lifesaving courses are designed for 100% attendance; missing lifesaving classes may jeopardize passing the course. Instructor courses require 100% attendance.
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Pool Closures

Temporary pool closures may occur at any time. If this happens, we make every effort to telephone all swimmers. We will add an extra week at the end of term, if scheduling permits. Otherwise, a credit will be issued.
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Winona Pool Details


Pool Entrance is behind the Main school door and the Pool door is located across from parking lot. The parking lot can be accessed from Tyrrel Ave.