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Make a splash at the Cornwall Aquatic Centre! Located at 100 Water St E, our facility is your destination for public swims, private parties and swimming lessons for all ages. Explore our pool schedules, book a private rental or find a class to build confidence in the water.
For the safety and enjoyment of everyone, please follow these important rules:
Swim test: A lifeguard may ask any swimmer to take a swim test for the deep end
Non-swimmers: Anyone who cannot pass the swim test or show comfort in the water must stay in the shallow end
Deep end: No floatation devices are allowed
Supervision for children under 10: A guardian who is at least 12 years old must directly supervise them at all times
Group leaders: Are responsible for directly supervising all children in their care and must have emergency contact information
Capacity: The maximum total capacity for the pool and deck is 316 people
We use a wristband system to help ensure children have a safe and fun swimming experience. The rules vary by age group. The wristbands help our staff quickly identify children who may need closer supervision in the pool area
For children under 6 years:
You must be in the water, within arm's reach of the children at all times
Children must stay in the shallow end
Guardian-to-child ratio:
1 guardian for every 2 children without life jackets.
1 guardian for every 4 children with life jackets.
All children 6 to 9 years of age and their supervising guardian will receive a red wristband, which means they to complete a swim test:
If your child passes the test: They get a yellow wristband and may swim in the deep end. You must stay on the pool deck.
Swimmers 10 to 17 receive a green wristband and may swim without a guardian.
Rental groups:
Receive blue wristbands
A swim test is required (swimming one width of the shallow end and back without stopping or touching the bottom)
All standard admission rules apply
To help keep our pool clean and safe for everyone:
Babies, toddlers and anyone without full bowel control must wear snug-fitting, reusable pool pants (no disposable diapers)
You should avoid eating or drinking too much before swimming
You should stay home if you are feeling unwell
For your safety, please follow these rules:
Children under 12 must be supervised by someone 16 or older
Consult a doctor before use if you are pregnant or have a health condition
Do not use if you have an open sore, rash, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea
Limit use to 10 to 15 minutes to avoid overexposure and exit if you feel dizzy
Enter and exit slowly to prevent slipping
Avoid drains and suction devices, as they can trap hair, jewelry or body parts
Do not enter if a drain cover is loose, broken, or missing and notify staff immediately
No food or drink except water and no glass containers are allowed
The maximum capacity is 25 bathers
For your safety, follow these rules:
Read and obey all posted signs and staff instructions
You must be at least 48 inches tall to ride
Maximum weight is 300 pounds and only one person is allowed at a time
Ride feet first on your back or in a sitting position only
Do not dive, stand, kneel, stop or rotate in the slide
Keep your hands inside the slide at all times
No glass, food or swimming in the splash pool area
Leave the splash pool promptly after your ride
Do not wear swimsuits with exposed zippers, buckles or metal ornaments
Secure eyeglasses with a head strap
Do not use the slide if you are pregnant, have a heart or back condition or are under the influence of drugs or alcohol
The splash pool is 1 m deep
Ride at your own risk
Contact Us
City of Cornwall
360 Pitt Street
Cornwall, ON, K6J 3P9
Telephone: 613-930-2787
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