Programming Winter 2024

Children under 12 years old must be accompanied at all times. They cannot be left unsupervised if a parent is participating in a class with another child.

Non-swimmers learn to swim using a swimming aid, which allows them to spend more time swimming. As they progress through the eight swimming levels, they become proficient at the four competitive swim strokes.

It is very important that children be registered in the correct level of our Olympic Way swimming lessons program, so please choose the level carefully when registering. You can determine which is the appropriate level by referring to the skills and endurance required to pass each level (White to Gold). Children who register in the wrong level will be removed from the class in order to preserve the integrity of our program. We cannot guarantee that another spot will be offered instead, in which case a refund or account credit will be issued.

We offer Beginner level classes (ages 8 – 16) for children who are non-swimmers or very weak swimmers but who are too old for our Olympicy Way White or Yellow level classes. See “Beginner Lessons” below for more information.

Once a week – 30-minute classes – Levels White to Red

Introduction to swimming for ages 8 and up to increase comfort level and independence in the water. To succeed in the program, students must swim one width of the pool continuously. This class is suitable for children who are too old for our White and Yellow level classes. Will allow them to eventually transition into the Olympic Way swimming program.

A half hour lesson providing a warm and playful introduction to the swimming pool while emphasizing safety. Parent and child will be introduced to basic water skills, a variety of carries, teaching aids such as flutter boards, noodles, swimming bubbles and more. Children must be 5 months old before the start of the session.

A half hour lesson providing a fun and interactive learning environment where parent and child will be introduced to basic water skills needed to become increasingly confident in the water, including independent swimming.

Semi-private (2:1) are available upon request. If you wish to register a second child (of a similar swim level), you may contact us at aquatique@pointe-claire.ca.

30 minute lesson, once per week.

Two programs are available: a Junior (9-13 years) and a Senior (12-16 years) non-competitive swim program with the goal of perfecting strokes, learning some elementary racing techniques and increasing fitness.

Prerequisite: Completed Bronze level of swimming

Learn about different aquatic activities, all while having fun. Participants will try different aquatic sports and activities such as intertube water polo, water basketball, diving, aquafit, lifesaving, water volleyball, etc.

Prerequisite: Completed Green swim level

The Learn to Dive Program is divided into eight diving levels, from beginners to advanced. The five compulsory dives (front dive, back dive, reverse dive, inward dive and half twist) are introduced in a progressive series. A child must master every skill at each level before progression to the next. In order to preserve the integrity of each class, we reserve the right to transfer children who are not in the appropriate level.

This is a one hour gym and swim program designed for 2 year old children. Play and movement skills in the program help develop the child’s physical and social skills. Adult participation is required in the gymnasium.

A one-hour gym and swim program designed for pre-schoolers. This program offers activities where children can build a solid background in motor coordination through play. Under careful supervision, children have the opportunity to develop body awareness through running, climbing, jumping, throwing, catching and using rhythm. Activities in the gym are followed by a swimming lesson.

Three options are offered to children who are homeschooled:

• Children ages 3 to 6 are invited to participate in the regular Gym and Swim program (see above).
• Children ages 7 to 10 can participate in a more age-appropriate Gym and Swim program. The skills developed are similar to those in the regular program.
• Children age 9 and up have the option of taking a 45-minute Olympic Way swimming lesson. Please refer to the swimming lessons schedule.

A gym and swim program for children who might not otherwise participate in regular physical activities. This may be due to poor coordination, perceptual motor difficulties or attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder. A ratio of 3 children to 1 instructor along with positive reinforcement have made this program a resounding success.

A gym and swim program for children with special needs, who could benefit from a 1-to-1 or 2-to-1 student-instructor ratio. A half-hour gym session helps to develop gross motor skills and a positive self-image in a non-competitive environment. A half-hour swimming lesson follows the gym session.

Prerequisite: Completed Olympic Way Bronze level or equivalent.

A fun, introductory course for young aspiring lifeguards. Learn lifesaving skills, practice rescues while continuing to improve your swimming abilities.

Prerequisite: Olympic Way Silver level or Red Cross Swim Kids 10 or equivalent.

Bronze Medallion teaches basic lifesaving principles. Candidates learn rescue procedures for both conscious and unconscious victims. Exams are given on the last day of the session.

Course manual: $0
Pocket mask: $17

Prerequisite: Bronze Medallion

Bronze Cross continues the lifesaving procedures taught in Bronze Medallion. Candidates are better prepared to assess dangerous areas and dangerous behaviours in order to keep aquatic facilities safe and to prevent accidents. Exams are given on the last day of the session.

Course manual: $0
Pocket mask: $17
Whistle : $9

Prerequisite:  Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid

The elements of this Lifesaving Certificate are designed to help candidates develop the 4 main elements of lifeguarding: knowledge, judgement, physical ability and skills. While reinforcing the guarding techniques and skills acquired in the previous courses, this course improves the decision-making process enabling lifeguards to prevent emergencies and to intervene in emergency situations.  Exam is given on the last day of the session.

Course manual: $0
Pocket mask: $15
Whistle : $8

Prerequisite: Bronze Cross

The Lifesaving Standard First Aid course prepares the candidate to take on the role of medical attendant during an emergency situation. The candidate will learn specific first aid and treatment strategies to prevent further injury while waiting for the arrival of emergency medical services. The candidate is also trained to recognize signs and symptoms of potential danger. Please check dates and times below carefully as 100% attendance is mandatory.

Course manual: $0
Pocket mask: $17

Prerequisite: Bronze Cross

A combined First Aid Intensive AND National Lifeguard course. Please check dates and times below carefully as 100% attendance is mandatory for the First Aid course.

Course manuals: $0
Pocket mask: $17
Whistle : $9

Prerequisite: National Lifeguard

This program allows National Lifeguards to renew their certification.

Pocket mask: $17
Whistle : $9

Prerequisite: Must be aged 16 or older and a National Lifeguard.

This certification gives the candidates the knowledge required to teach the following lifesaving courses: Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross. They learn educational strategies enabling them to teach and assess first aid situations, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the different techniques and abilities in lifesaving. 100% attendance is mandatory.

Prerequisite : Lifeguard Instructor

This program allows Lifesaving Instructors to renew their certification.

Prerequisite : Bronze Cross

This course teaches new instructors to conduct swimming lessons at all levels of the Olympic Way swimming lessons program. Three hours of swimming lessons observation required. 100% attendance is mandatory. Exam is included in the course time.

Course manual: Included

Four levels of instruction are offered:

• Initiation to Swimming is for individuals with a fear of water or those who have never learned to swim. It is designed to foster a feeling of safety and comfort in the water.
• The Beginner course is for individuals who have basic skills but would like to become more comfortable and gain more confidence in the water.
• The Stroke Improvement course is intended for swimmers who are looking to improve their technique in all four swimming strokes.
• Endurance swimming is geared toward proficient swimmers looking to improve their front crawl technique in order to increase their proficiency and endurance in the water.

A hydro-therapy program designed to improve mobility, strength and functioning of individuals with arthritis and related conditions. Please check with your doctor before taking this class.

Aquafitness – Shallow water

Takes place in the 6 – 50 m pool.

Aquafitness – Deep water

Takes place in the deep end of the 10 – 50 m pool. Participants must be comfortable swimming in deep water.

Available packages:

Pregnant clients are encouraged to participate in our regular aquafitness classes.

Please contact our fitness program supervisor for more information and to discuss any concerns, contact catherine.o’rourke@pointe-claire.ca or 514-630-1202, ext. 1516

Aerobic choreography followed by muscle toning and a short stretch period.

Using weights, tubing and fitness bands, participants will be guided through a variety of muscle strengthening exercises.

Active movements over a wide range of motions to facilitate joint mobility and muscle flexibility.

Body conditioning for everyday movement.

Actively lengthen and strengthen muscles simultaneously, resulting in greater joint mobility and lean, long muscles.

A “yoga-inspired” warm-up and balance elements followed by core strengthening and flexibility on the mat.

Hatha yoga

Aerobic, balance and muscle conditioning exercises with various equipment

The choreographies are explained step by step on varied rhythms in order to create an enjoyable social experience.

Chair fitness

Chair Fitness offers a guided low intensity exercise program that includes range of motion, posture, balance and muscle strengthening exercises.

Chair yoga

Chair yoga focuses on cultivating strength, balance and calm using yoga breathing and basic yoga postures.

Online Chair Fitness

This online class offers a low intensity guided exercise program that includes range of motion, posture, balance and muscle strengthening exercises from the comfort of your home.

Online Chair Yoga

Online chair yoga focuses on cultivating strength, balance and calm using yoga breathing and basic yoga postures.