Bronze Star: Running for 4 Tuesday evenings 4:30-7:00 each day.
Dates: March 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th.
Bronze Medallion: Running over March Break, Tuesday-Thursday 8:30-4:30 each day.
Dates: March 12th, 13th, 14th.
Bronze Cross: Running for 5 Saturday afternoons, 12:30-5:00 each day.
Dates: March 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24st, 31th.
National Lifeguard: Running over March Break, Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00 each day.
Dates: March 11th, 12th,13th, 14th, 15th
Aquatics
Swim Admission Standards
The YMCA of Oakville is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable aquatic experience.
The following age restriction admission standards are based on the Ontario Health Regulations and the YMCA Canada Child Protection Policy.
Age, Swimming Ability and Test | Supervision Requirement | Wristband Colour |
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Under 6 yrs, All Abilities | • Must be directly supervised by an adult/guardian (min. 16 years of age) in the water within arms reach • Maximum 2 children:1 adult ratio | No Wristband Applied |
Over 6 yrs, Non Swimmers/Weak Swimmers | • Must be directly supervised by adult/guardian (min. 16 years of age) in the water within arms reach • Maximum 4 children:1 adult ratio | No Wristband Applied |
6-9 yrs, Pass facility swim test (Front swim with no equipment) | ||
Leisure Pool Swim Test | • Swim continuously 2 widths in leisure pool • Demonstrate comfort in water independently • Must be supervised by adult/guardian (min. 16 years of age) in the pool area [visual contact] | Green |
Main Pool Shallow Swim Test | • Swim continuously 30m in main pool • Demonstrate comfort in water independently • Must be supervised by adult/guardian (min. 16 years of age) in the pool area [visual contact] | Blue |
Over 10 yrs, Pass facility swim test (Front swim with no equipment) | ||
Leisure and Shallow Test | • Ask the green wrist band for swimming in Leisure pool only • Complete the shallow swim test to access the main pool shallow end | Green Blue |
Main Pool Deep Swim Test | • Swim continuously 50m in main pool, jump in deep water, tread water 1 min | Red |
Please note:
- Those with seizure disorders or other serious medical conditions should be accompanied by an individual (min. 16 years) knowledgeable of their condition and responsible for their direct supervision
- Swim test has no age limit. Any age may be asked to demonstrate the swim ability