Lillooet & District REC Centre Swimming Pool

Facility Description

  • 25 metre indoor pool

  • 6 lanes

  • Dry sauna (under age 16 must be supervised by a parent)

  • 1 metre diving board

  • Lockers available in changerooms - bring your own lock

  • Portable handicap lift

Health & Safety Regulations

  • Children age six (6) and under must be accompanied into the water by an individual 16+ and remain within arms reach at all times.

    Maximum of three (3) children age six (6) and under to one adult.

  • Ensure that you are not ill; including diarrhea, vomiting, open sores, bandages, head colds, discharging ears or noses, or infected eyes.

    Secure all personal items. We recommend bringing your own lock, or leaving valuable items at home as our lockers do not have locks. The REC Centre is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

    Take a cleansing shower before entering the pool and after using the sauna.

    Wear clean and appropriate bathing clothes.

    Remove outdoor footwear.

    Ensure those not toilet-trained wear a swim diaper.

  • Respect all posted rules and instructions given by lifeguards and staff.

    Adhere to our Code of Conduct.

    Do not run, fight, or engage in activities that may cause injury.

    Do not dive into shallow water - dive safely only in designated area.

    Do not do back flips or back dives from pool deck.

    Do not eat, chew gum, or bring glass into the pool area.

    Do not use or be under the influence of alcohol or other intoxicants.

Swimming Lessons

Starting January 2023 we will be offering The Lifesaving Society Swim for Life program. Swim for Life is a comprehensive swim lesson program that focuses on the development of fundamental swim strokes and skills for learners of all ages and abilities. Instructors ensure swimmers get lots of in-water practice in every lesson. Swim for Life includes fun, hands on activities that focus on teaching Water Smart Education for the whole family. Lessons that will last a lifetime!

Swim For Life

Bronze Medallion:

Prerequisite: Age 13 by the last day of the course, ability to swim 200m.

Bronze Cross:

Prerequisite: Bronze Medallion, need not be current.

National Lifeguard Award - Pool Option

Prerequisites: Bronze Cross, need not be current, Standard First Aid with CPR 'C', recommended to be current for success, AMOA (may be offered concurrently with NL course), 15 years of age by final day of course.

Check out the NL Fitness requirements here: National Lifeguard Fitness Standards Video

Call the office at 250-256-7527 or email our Aquatic Supervisor at aquatics@lillooet.ca if you are interested in registering for Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross and/or National Lifeguard training.

Lifesaving Courses:

Jump in and Swim!

A complete learn-to-swim program from Parent & Tot to lifeguard / instructor training.

If you are unsure of which level to register your child, free swimming assessments are available during public swims. Please make an appointment to have your child assessed through the office. Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied into the water by an adult during swim level assessments.

Parented levels with completion based on age and participation.

Recommended age: 4 months to 3 years.

$60.00 per set, 8 x 30 minutes lesson set.

Parent & Tot 1- Jelly Fish (4-12 months)

Parent & Tot 2- Goldfish (12-24 months)

Parent & Tot 3- Seahorse (2-3 years)

Parent & Tot Program

Recommended age: 3-5 years.

$60.00 per set,

Children progress based on successful completion of skills.

  • Preschool 1- Octopus

  • Preschool 2- Crab

  • Preschool 3- Orca

  • Preschool 4- Sea Lion

  • Preschool 5- Narwhal

Next Steps:

  • Swimmer 1 - for children turning 5 or 6

  • Swimmer 2 - if the child has completed Preschool 5

Preschool Program

Recommended age: 5-12 years.

Children progress based on successful completion of skills.

Swimmer 1-2, $60.00 for 8x 30 minute lesson set.

Swimmer 3-6, $60.00 for 8x 30 minute lesson set.

Lesson sets with fewer than 8 lessons will be pro-rated.

Next Steps:

  • Canadian Swim Patrol (Rookie, Ranger, Star), Junior Lifeguard Club, or Bronze Star.

Swimmer Program

Recommended age: 15+

Adult 1, 2, & 3.

$60.00 for 8x 30 minute lesson set.

Whether you're just starting out or just want help with your strokes, the Adult swim program is for you no matter what your age! Work with certified instructors to learn to swim or improve your current swimming ability and fitness. You'll develop confidence in the water and smooth, recognizable strokes. You'll be able to set your own goals in consultation with your instructor. Water Smart education is included in all Adult levels.

Looking for more? Try:

Fitness Swimmer, Bronze Medallion & Bronze Cross, Become and National Lifeguard

Adult Swim Program