What makes it 84% Baby-Friendly: Babies can float in the warm leisure or tot pool and crawl at the toddler splash pad; family change rooms and optional childminding help, but ask staff for a quiet nursing space.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Enough time for a swim, splash pad visit, and a diaper change break without rushing.
Parent & Tot Swim:
Use the warm lifestyle pool and shallow tot pool with baby in arms.
Tip: Bring a swim diaper and arm floaties; check front desk for free under-2 admission.
Adventure Park Toddler Play & Splash Pad:
Short walk to a toddler-focused play structure and free splash pad.
Tip: Pack a change of clothes and towel; visit May–Labour Day 10 am–7 pm.
Stay & Play Childminding:
Drop-in supervised play for babies while you swim or use the gym.
Tip: Reserve at least 24 hrs ahead; cost is $3.75 per 1.5 hrs; parents must stay in building.
Registered Parent & Tot Swim Lessons:
Structured lessons to introduce baby to water and build safety skills.
Tip: Space is limited; check seasonal schedules online or call 250-412-8500 to register.

Garett Backe
You guys have redone the sauna recently and its clean and nicely finished with new wood panels and wooden railing but I think at the incredibly low temperature you have it at the mold and bacteria will definitely not be kept at bay and it will all deteriorate very prematurely. The temperature was well below the 80 to 90 degrees C that it should be at, please look into making it hotter like they co...
Tatsuo
I wouldn’t recommend going here for your NL. I took a previous class there and it was fine. But my final instructor, “Jackie” made things difficult. I constantly asked for feedback on my work to improve and didn’t get much of a response. We had to rush through our last days of class, so there were two active lifeguards for our final test. We had to treat it where the other person wasn’t there and...
Lindy M
The steam room is WAY too hot. You cannot stay in there for more than 2 minutes before gasping. I asked staff several times if the heat could be lower but nothing changes. I have heard comments from other patrons about the heat. Its not just me. The gym is fantastic - 2 levels, lots of machine options. However one of the on duty attendants often laughs extremely loud and this is quite distra...
Shauna D
This is a great rec center! Hot tub has good jets, the steam room is good and hot! The sauna isn't the greatest unfortunately. I love that there is a cold shower on pool deck for contrast hydrotherapy and cool down. The pool isn't huge, but it's a decent size. There's a swirlpool and kids area. Overall great space. 👍
Monika Bansal
I have a great experience there I love aqua class n after that we enjoy hot bath tub experience n sauna
Splash pad runs May Long Weekend–Labour Day. Pools and childminding run year-round. Weekday mornings are quieter.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Adult drop-in swim (2) | CAD 13 |
| Stay & Play childminding (1.5 hrs) | CAD 3.75 |
| Total Estimated | CAD 16.75 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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