R E Walter Memorial Aquatic Center

The R E Walter Memorial Aquatic Centre is a safe, fun, and family-friendly facility located in High Level. Open year-round, the aquatic centre offers a wide range of programming, including Aquafit classes, swim lessons, and lifeguarding courses.

The facility features a 25-meter, 4-lane saltwater pool, a 10-person hot tub, a vertical climbing wall, a diving board, and a public viewing area. The men's and women's change rooms have private shower stalls and lockers for personal belongings. Patrons are encouraged to bring their own locks, or they can be rented at the front desk.

Affiliated with the Lifesaving Society, Canada's lifeguarding experts, all lifeguards at the R E Walter Memorial Aquatic Centre are trained and certified through this organization. The Aquatic Centre offers a variety of courses, including Swim for Life, Patrol Levels, Bronze Levels, First Aid, and Lifeguarding.

Instructors at the Aquatic Centre are also trained and certified through the Lifesaving Society, ensuring that they can teach and evaluate swimming strokes and related skills effectively. Swimming lessons are not only a great way to learn to swim, but also to build confidence, pride, and social skills.

The Aquatic Centre's swim schedule can be downloaded from their website, allowing patrons to easily plan their visit and participate in the various programs offered. Children who are registered in a level that is too advanced for their skills will be moved to the appropriate class or given a refund to ensure the quality and safety of the lessons. Please note that missed swim lessons cannot be made up or credited.

Overall, the R E Walter Memorial Aquatic Centre is dedicated to providing a positive and educational swimming experience for all its patrons, from beginners to advanced swimmers.