Sunday April 20: Easter Egg-stravaganza in the pool from 1pm to 3pm! Regular admission for public swimmers, $6/person for anyone who wants to participate in the easter fun. 

 

Monday April 21: Facility is open 1:30pm to 4:30pm for Public Swim, Everyone Welcome Skate, and Pond Hockey.

 

We are still open during our REC-REATE construction project on a new aquatic & wellness centre. Visit our construction page and sign up for important notifications and updates! 

Advanced Certification Programs

Open the door to employment with advanced aquatic certification offered at Strathcona Gardens. You will also develop leadership skills that can have a profound impact on your future success.  We offer a variety of first aid and leadership courses including training to become a lifeguard, swimming or fitness instructor.

First Aid

Accidents can and do happen, so get prepared by taking a course. Comprehensive training covering all aspects of first-aid and CPR.

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Lifesaving

Bronze Medallion teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education – judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness.

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Swim for Life Instructor

Test your instructional knowledge and theories in safety supervision, injury prevention, swimming skills and much more.

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Looking for Ways to Get Active?

To find out when courses are scheduled, and to register, view this program in our Recreation Guide.