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General Swim & Lesson Information
Current Pool Schedule
The Kinsmen Aquatic Centre will be shut down for scheduled maintenance from August 29- October 28, 2022.
Additionally, you can call the Pool Schedule Hotline for the most up to date schedule: 403-782-1277
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:30 am to 8 pm
Public Swim
Public swim times may be different each day, check the schedule to get the accurate time.
$3 public swim occurs Tuesday and Friday public swim.
Everyone is welcome to enjoy the main pool, the teaching pool, and the whirlpool. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a person 14 years of age or older, and remain within arms reach at all times - both in and out of the water.
Swimmers may bring their own toys to the pool provided they are clean and disinfected.
Lane Swim
Lane swims are offered multiple times per day, Monday through Friday.
Parent & Tot Swim
Pre-school children and caregivers are welcome to enjoy the teaching pool and whirlpool at various times throughout the day, as well as during all public swims. Please see the current pool schedule for available times. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a responsible person 14 years of age or older, and remain within arm’s reach at all times- both in and out of the water.
$3 Admission Swim
A special admission rate of $3 for swimming occurs on Tuesday Public Swims
If you have any concerns or special needs, please speak with the instructor.
As of November 2022 we will be running the Lifesaving Swim for Life program for swimming lessons. Below is the transfer charts from Red Cross Lessons to the Lifesaving Swim for Life program. For more information regarding the change, please e-mail us or give us a call!
Swim for Life
Swim for Life is a comprehensive swim instruction program that focuses on the acquisition and development of fundaments swim strokes for learners of all ages and abilities. The Swim for Life program is not just about earning ribbons for each level; the Swim for Life program strives to give all swimmers the tools needed for drowning and injury prevention that will last a lifetime.
Tips for Success in Swimming Lessons
- Check your receipt to ensure that your child has been registered correctly.
- Let us know as soon as possible if you have concerns about your child’s class so that we have time to address them.
- Not sure what program level your child is in? We will do a free evaluation. Drop-in during a public swim and talk to the supervising lifeguard on shift.
- Register early, especially if you would like to register more than one child in lessons around the same time.
- Sometimes children need a break from swimming lessons. We offer a variety of programs - including the ever-popular Junior Lifeguard Club - as alternatives. Variety can help keep kids interested in aquatics.
Parents Day
On the last day of each session of lessons, parents may join their child’s class and participate in the activities. Bring your swimsuits and have a little fun. Your children will love it!
Kinsmen Aquatic Centre Lesson Guarantee
If your child has taken the same level twice within a 12-month period at the Kinsmen Aquatic Centre and has not completed that same level, we will provide a free 30-minute private lesson for your child. We take pride in the quality of our instruction. Your child’s success is important to us.
Private Lessons
Private lessons are a great way to develop specific swimming skills through personalized coaching. If your child is almost finished a level and needs to complete just a few more items, a couple of private lessons could be the answer for you.
Private lessons are not only for children. We offer private lessons for adults who are looking to learn how to swim when our adult lessons are not available.
Cost
30 minutes: $25
The Canadian Red Cross has discontinued the Swimming & Water Safety Program in Canada as of December 2022. The City of Lacombe will no longer be offering Water Safety Instructor Programs and Red Cross Swim Lessons as of September 2022. After our two-month shut down for scheduled maintenance, we will be transitioning to the Lifesaving Swim Program for November 2022. More information will be available in August about the transition process.
Rookie Patrol
Developing individual fitness levels to meet a timed 100 metre swim and 350 metre workout.
Water proficiency skills include swims with clothes, ready position, foot first and head first surface dives.
Demonstrating an ability to conduct a primary assessment and initiating emergency medical services are included as first aid skills. Victim recognition and throwing assists are other key elements of the program.
Dates
- Saturdays, October 29th, 2022 - December 17, 2022, 10:40 am - 11:40 am
- Mondays, October 31st, 2022 - December 19th, 2022, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
- Fridays, November 4th, 2022 - December 23rd, 2022, 4:05 pm - 5:05 pm
Ranger Patrol
Enhances capability in the water, including stride entry, underwater forward and backward somersaults, lifesaving eggbeater kick and increased fitness levels to meet a 200 metre timed swim. Rescue skills involve an increased skill level in Airway, Breathing, and Circulation first aid basics, victim recognition and non-contact rescues.
Dates
- Saturdays, October 29th, 2022 - December 17th, 2022, 9:35 am - 10:35 am
- Sundays, October 30th, 2022 - December 18th, 2022, 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Wednesdays, November 2, 2022 - December 21st, 2022, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Star Patrol
An excellent preparation for the Bronze Medallion award, Star Patrol demands good physical conditioning and lifesaving judgment. Participants will:
- Complete 600 metre workouts and a 300 metre timed swim
- Develop lifesaving and first aid skills
- Further refine front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke over 100 metre each
Dates
- Sundays, October 30th, 2022 - December 18th, 2022, 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Fridays, November 4th, 2022 - December 23rd, 2022, 4:05 pm - 5:05 pm