Recreation Programs

Amenities

Balmoral Park
7 Myrtle Street

• Open seasonally
• Heated pool
• Separate diving well pool with a 1-metre board
• Separate wading pool for little swimmers
• Playground equipment in close proximity to the pool
• Operated by the YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin in partnership with the Town of Aylmer

Running June 20 – August 22

• Saturday June 20 – 1:30 – 4:00 pm (Sponsored by Aylmer Community Festival)
• Friday June 26 – 1:30 – 4:00 pm (Sponsored by HBI H. Broer Equipment Sales & Service Inc.)
• Saturday June 27 – 1:30 – 4:00 pm (Sponsored by Luyks Siemens Helder LLP)
• Friday July 3 – 1:30 – 4:00 pm (Sponsored by Miller’s Independent)
• Saturday July 4 – 1:30 – 4:00 pm (Sponsored by Aylmer Express)
• Friday July 10 – 1:30 – 4:00 pm (Sponsored by Miller’s Independent)
• Saturday July 11 – 1:30 – 4:00 pm (Sponsored by Aylmer Express)
• Friday July 17 – 1:30 – 4:00 pm (Sponsored by Aylmer & Area Chamber of Commerce)
• Saturday July 18 – 1:30 – 4:00 pm (Sponsored by Aylmer Express)
• Friday July 24 – 1:30 – 4:00 pm (Sponsored by Optimist Club of Aylmer)
• Saturday July 25 – 1:30 – 4:00 pm (Sponsored by Aylmer Express)
• Friday July 31 – 1:30 – 4:00 pm (Sponsored by Optimist Club of Aylmer)
• Saturday August 1 – 1:30 – 4:00 pm (Sponsored by Springfield Swans)
• Friday August 7 – 1:30 – 4:00 pm (Sponsored by Graham Scott Enns LLP)
• Saturday August 8 – 1:30 – 4:00 pm (Sponsored by Aylmer Legion)
• Friday August 14 – 1:30 – 4:00 pm (Sponsored by HBI H. Broer Equipment Sales & Service Inc.)
• Saturday August 15 – 1:30 – 4:00 pm (Sponsored by Masco)
• Friday August 21 – 1:30 – 4:00 pm (Sponsored by Miller’s Independent)
• Saturday August 22 – 1:30 – 4:00 pm (Sponsored by Optimist Club of South Dorchester)

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Summer Registration

Review the YWCA Program Guide & Schedule for full details including information about available programs, lessons, times, dates, fees and registration information.

Please register early to avoid disappointment. Programs take place at the outdoor pool in Aylmer, 7 Myrtle Street.

If you need assistance with your online registrations, the YWCA is happy to help. Please contact their office.

BY PHONE: credit card will be required
Aylmer office (226) 210-6800
St.Thomas office (519) 631-9800

IN-PERSON: visit the Aylmer office during regular business hours. See office hours and location here.

ONLINE: click the links below for the program you are interested in registering for.

• Waitlist for full classes – If the activity you are interested in is full, please click on the activity name in the online registration system to access the waiting list.  Please note that individuals on the waiting list will only be contacted if a space becomes available and the participant is not already registered in another class.
• Private/semi-private classes – in order to be considered for registration you must join the waiting list and then you will be contacted by our Aquatics Coordinators to discuss availability after registration has closed.

If financial assistance is required to join in, please contact the YWCA.  They are happy to help determine available options for support.

Financial assistance may be available for children ages 4-18 years of age through Jump Start Individual Child Grants, subject to eligibility criteria. For more information or to complete an application, please visit: Jump Start.

*Please note Jump Start will require proof of swimming schedule and prices to apply.

• Registration for Swimming Lessons (Daytime & Evening)
• Registration for Lifeguard & Lifesaving Society Classes
• Private/Semi-Private Lessons Waitlist (Daytime)
• Private/Semi-Private Lessons Waitlist (Evening)

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Aquamovement & Exercise for Adults (18+)

Come by for aquamovement to enjoy the water, connect with others, and stay active. Whether you prefer water walking, swimming laps, or directed exercise, move at your own pace in a welcoming and supportive environment.

• Monday mornings 11:00 – 11:45 am (+ adult lane swim) Starts June 29th, 2026
• Tuesday evenings 5:05 – 5:50 pm (*shared space with swim lessons) Starts June 16th, 2026
• Thursday evenings 5:05 – 5:50 pm (*shared space with swim lessons) Starts June 18th, 2026

Drop-In $5/visit (where space is available)

Please note that these programs are available weather permitting. Bather & Pool Admission, Facility Access & Guidelines apply.

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Pool Hours

Cool off, be active and join the fun of recreational swimming.

Extended swim season schedule:

• Weekday daytime swims until Friday September 4
• Evening swims until Thursday September 10
• Weekend daytime swims until Saturday September 12

• Sunday 1:30 – 4:00 pm
• Monday 1:30 – 4:00 pm
• Tuesday 1:30 – 3:30 pm & 6:00 – 7:30 pm
• Wednesday 1:30 – 3:30 & 6:00 – 7:30 pm
• Thursday 1:30 – 3:30 & 6:00 – 7:30 pm
• Friday 1:30 – 4:00 pm
• Saturday 1:30 – 4:00 pm

Fees

Daily (Daytime or Evening)

• Pay as you go at the pool for each daily swim program. Cash only.
• Child (17 & under) $4
• Adult $5
• Family (up to 6 people of same household, up to 2 adults) $15

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Any resident of Aylmer with a town swim pass!

Please note the following age restrictions:
According to the YMCA swim admission policy, anyone 12 and younger must either:

• Pass the facility swim test and wear a Y swim wristband OR remain in shallow water and within arm’s reach at all times of a guardian who is 13 or older.
• The ratio of guardians to swimmers who have not passed the swim test is 1:4 (all wearing PFDs) or 1:2 (not in PFDs).

No. This special promotion aims to provide indoor swimming opportunities to residents of Aylmer, which does not have a public indoor pool.

The Y has a chair lift for those who are unable to use the stairs going into the pool and require assistance. Users should be able to get in and out of the chair lift without assistance.

• A lock for changeroom lockers
• Photo ID
• Towel
• Indoor sandals or water shoes (no outside shoes allowed in the pool area)

Swim passes and registration for city partnership programming can be done by visiting the YMCA at 20 High St., St. Thomas.

Don’t forget to bring proof of Aylmer residency.

Payments can be made with cash, debit, or credit.

Swim Pass Pricing

• 15 years & under: $4.00
• 17 years & over: $5.00
• 10 swim pass: $35.00 (passes do not expire)

No. The St. Thomas YMCA swim pass is only for the Family YMCA of St. Thomas-Elgin Pool.

If you have the swim pass, you can join the St. Thomas Y’s open swim times, lane swims, aquafit classes, as well as Parent and Tot Drop-In Classes.

Aquatic Schedule

Aylmer residents can use the swim passes to attend the YMCA of St. Thomas-Elgin pool anytime.

No, any Aylmer resident can purchase a swim pass without having a YMCA membership.

No, rates are fixed.