Checked October 14, 2026

Public swimming pools, child supervision and admission in Pickering, Ontario

Pickering, Ontario, Canada

Pickering has two indoor pools.

The pool at Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex, pictured in Pickering’s swimming information. Photo: City of Pickering, Source website.

Key information

Pickering has two indoor pools. Check the current session before travelling and bring enough guardians for the child-supervision rules. Admission is cashless.

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How the service works

Choose a session that matches the activity. Lane swims use circle swimming and normally make at least four lanes available; children need to swim lengths confidently. Open swim is the family recreation option, and the tot pool is available during open-swim times at the Complex.

Supervision rules apply to the child’s age and swim-test result, not simply to the presence of an adult in the building. Shower before entering or returning to the pool. Use a lock for valuables; changing stalls cannot be reserved or used to store clothing. No current session time is inferred from an older seasonal timetable.

Sources: Public swimming pools, child supervision and admission in Pickering, Ontario official information · City indoor pool locations

Compare the options

Child-supervision and admission planning
Child group	Guardian rule	Maximum children per guardian
Age 7 or younger	Guardian 16+ in water within arm’s reach	2
Age 8 or 9, not passing swim test	Guardian 16+ supervision	4
Age 8 or 9, passing test	Lifeguard verifies the test	Follow session rules

Sources: Public swimming pools, child supervision and admission in Pickering, Ontario official information · City indoor pool locations

Steps to use the service

Choose pool and session
Read the current schedule and any cancellation notice.
Plan supervision
Count the children and required in-water guardians before leaving home.
Prepare for cashless admission
Bring accepted payment, swimwear, pool diapers if needed and a locker lock.

Sources: Public swimming pools, child supervision and admission in Pickering, Ontario official information · City indoor pool locations

Eligibility and local rules

Which indoor pools does the city operate?

The city lists the Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex pool at 1867 Valley Farm Road and Dunbarton Indoor Pool at 655 Sheppard Avenue East. Both locations are listed below.

Source: City indoor pool locations

What is the rule for a child age seven or younger?

A guardian age 16 or older must stay in the pool within arm’s reach, regardless of the child’s swimming ability. One guardian may supervise no more than two children.

Source: Public swimming pools, child supervision and admission in Pickering, Ontario official information

What is the rule for ages eight and nine?

A child who cannot pass the lifeguard’s swim test needs a guardian age 16 or older. The maximum is four children per guardian.

Source: Public swimming pools, child supervision and admission in Pickering, Ontario official information

Using the service

What does the child swim test include?

The city lists swimming 10 metres, treading water for 30 seconds, then swimming 15 metres. Passing is to the lifeguard’s satisfaction, not a parent’s prior assessment.

Source: Public swimming pools, child supervision and admission in Pickering, Ontario official information

Can a young child wait unattended on the deck?

No. Children seven or younger cannot be left unattended on the deck. A spectator outside the water does not meet the in-water, arm’s-reach requirement.

Source: Public swimming pools, child supervision and admission in Pickering, Ontario official information

What are the published single-use prices?

Before HST, youth age 4 to 17 and seniors 65+ pay $3.15, adults 18+ pay $4.84 and the family group pays $10.61. The family group is two adults and up to four children under 18.

Source: Public swimming pools, child supervision and admission in Pickering, Ontario official information

Are ten-visit passes available?

Yes. Published pre-HST prices are $26.78 for youth or seniors, $41.12 for adults and $90.18 for the defined family group. Swimming is also included in applicable memberships.

Source: Public swimming pools, child supervision and admission in Pickering, Ontario official information

Exceptions and help

Which payment methods can I use?

Debit, credit and gift cards are accepted. Cash is not accepted. Everyone entering the pool area must pay admission, so budget for required supervising adults too.

Source: Public swimming pools, child supervision and admission in Pickering, Ontario official information

What clothing and diaper rules apply?

Wear clean swimwear suitable for safe participation. Pool-use diapers are required for anyone not toilet-trained. Street clothes and shoes are not allowed on the deck or in showers; clothed spectators use the viewing area.

Source: Public swimming pools, child supervision and admission in Pickering, Ontario official information

What can change a planned swim session?

Holidays, meets, rentals and staff shortages can change sessions. The city aims to post changes a week ahead when possible. Cameras and recording devices are prohibited in changerooms and washrooms, and unauthorized coaching is not allowed.

Source: Public swimming pools, child supervision and admission in Pickering, Ontario official information