What makes it 90% Kids-Friendly: Children up to 12 can ride the big slide, join drop-in gym sports and explore playground trails, and cheap family pricing plus lifeguard rules watching arm’s-reach make the visit safe and lively.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Allows time for pool play, gym sports and a trail walk without rushing.
Fun Swim with Slide & Sprays:
Play in the zero-depth pool, whiz down the slide and relax in the hot tub/sauna.
Tip: Bring water shoes and goggles; visit weekday afternoons for smaller crowds.
Open Gym Sports:
Shoot hoops or play volleyball in scheduled drop-in slots.
Tip: Check the gym schedule online; arrive 15 minutes early to claim space.
Walkway Playground & Trails:
Explore easy gravel loops and playgrounds beside the recreation centre.
Tip: Pack a picnic to enjoy at the Garry Oak lookout; use strollers on gravel paths.

Vanilla Swirl
Aquifit instructors are great and fun. I enjoy my time here. The woman I had when signing up was very helpful and friendly
Alex Lee
We have been bringing our child to swimming lessons here for two years, and he really enjoys it. The classes are great, and the water is always comfortable. However, as a parent, I feel disappointed that many people bringing their children do not change their shoes before entering the pool area. There are clear rules about this, and if someone doesn’t have indoor shoes, they should at least take ...
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Love their fitness room and the pool. Staff are friendly and helpful, especially AJ, she is always so cheerful and patient. Thank you for explaining the UMO card to me, really appreciate it. In general, the recreation centre is well kept and maintained.
Christian Metatron
My family and I went their solely to enjoy the pool and sauna. When we arrived we had to wait a half an hour before we could go swimming as the pool ratios were too high. The family pool area is warm and shallow with a lazy river. Below the surface of the lazy river the siding is rough and abbrasive. My 8 year old and I both got scratches and abbrassions from bumping into the siding. I'm not sure...
Island Life
I played the par 3 golf course, it was beautiful! Very nice course, great staff, super friendly! Nice little practice green right off the starting tee.
In summer, combine pool time with a shaded trail picnic. In February’s Family Day weekend, enjoy free Fun Swim events—check dates online.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Family Fun Swim (up to 5 people) | CAD 15.6 |
| Drop-in Gym Sports for Family of 4 | CAD 31.2 |
| Walkway Playground & Trails | CAD 0 |
| Total Estimated | CAD 46.8 |
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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