
322 Amherst Drive
Amherstview, Ontario K7N 1S9
Tel: 613-386-7351 x 200
recreation@loyalist.ca
Ready to make a splash?
Opening July 20th, 2026
Pardon the pylons! We're in the final lap before opening day!
Ready to Jump In?
Online Summer Recreation Guide
Whether you're introducing your little one to the water, building confidence and swimming skills, staying active, or working toward becoming a lifeguard or swim instructor, we have a program for every age and stage.
📅 July 6
Registration opens for Swimming Lessons and Leadership Courses for residents & City of Kingston residents
📅 July 9
Registration opens for Swimming Lessons and Leadership Courses for non-residents
🌊 August 4
Summer swimming lessons and leadership courses begin
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Barr Homes Aquatic Centre Opening?
We’re excited to announce that the Barr Homes Aquatic Centre, located at the W.J. Henderson Community Centre will officially open on July 20, 2026!
As we are preparing to welcome the community, you may notice the pool will be in use over the coming weeks as staff complete training and final preparations for opening day.
What is included in the Barr Homes Aquatic Centre?
The Barr Homes Aquatic Centre is a state-of-the-art aquatic facility designed to deliver a variety of aquatic programming experiences.
Latham Lap Pool
The Latham Lap Pool is an 8-lane, 25-meter pool featuring starting blocks, a diving board, a video scoreboard sponsored by the William James Henderson Foundation, and a touchpad timing system. The pool ranges in depth from 1.1 meters in the shallow end to 3.2 meters in the deep end, making it suitable for lap swimming, competitive events, and aquatic programming.
Savage Family Leisure Pool
The Savage Family Leisure Pool is a separate warm-water leisure pool including features such as a water curtain, bubble jets, etc. The pool has a maximum depth of 1.4 metres.
When will Summer Swimming Lessons information be available?
Summer Swimming Lessons and Leadership Course Registration Dates:
July 6 – Registration opens for Loyalist Township residents and City of Kingston residents
July 9 – Registration opens for non-residents
Take a look at the Online Summer Recreation Guide for a full list of Swimming Lessons and Leadership Programming!
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Please note: Aqua Fitness and Fitness Swimming program schedules will be released in the coming weeks. Follow our social media channels for the latest updates and announcements.
How does registration work for swimming lessons and drop-in swims?
Swimming Lessons & Leadership Programs
Our swimming lesson programs are available for all ages and skill levels, ranging from Parent & Tot classes to adult lessons, private instruction, and aquatic leadership programs. These programs are structured as a series of weekly lessons, allowing participants to build their swimming skills, confidence, and water safety knowledge over the course of the session.
Registered programs have three fee categories:
- Loyalist Township Residents,
- City of Kingston Residents
- Non-Residents
Non-resident fees are 20% higher than Resident and Kingston Resident rates, and registration opens 72 hours later.
View the online programming guide to learn more
Drop-In Swims:
Drop-in swims are one-time programming options that allow participants to register for individual swim times based on their schedule. Participants are recommended to pre-register for each individual session they would like to attend.
* Please note the drop-in schedule has yet to be released. Follow our social media for future Aquatic Centre updates or check back at a later time.
All programming including lane swims, public swims, leisure swim, aquafit, etc. will require pre-registration. Drop-Ins will still be welcomed at a limited space and only available 15 minute into the program. Residents of Loyalist Township and the City of Kingston can register one week in advance, while non-residents can register four days before the swim.
Drop-in swims pricing:
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Children under 3: $0
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Children 3-10 yrs: $3.57
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Youth 11-18 yrs: $3.57
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Adults 18-54 yrs: $5.27
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Seniors 55 yrs+: $3.69
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Aquafit 15 yrs+: $10.30
Aquafit
10 Aquafit Pass: $92.70 plus tax
Residents of Loyalist Township and Kingston can register one week in advance for aquafit, while non-residents can register four days before the swim.
During the summer months, we will be running a reduced aquafit schedule while we onboard our staff and get more familiar with our beautiful new aquatic centre. Classes will take place in the Latham Lap Pool or the Savage Family Leisure Pool. You can see which pool your class is in on the schedule above or when completing your pre-registration.
This Fall we will expand our Aquafit program offerings to include a larger number of classes in the Savage Family Leisure Pool as well as the Latham Lap Pool.
10 Aquafit Pass: $92.70 plus tax - Available this summer
Drop-in class - $10.30
Residents of Loyalist Township and Kingston can register one week in advance for aquafit, while non-residents can register four days before the swim.
How do I get a membership for the Aquatic Centre?
Memberships will be offered later in the year.
As we prepare to open our doors, please note that this summer will be a soft opening as we build toward a full lineup of aquatics programming launching this Autumn.
Why do City of Kingston residents get the same rate as Loyalist Township Residents?
Through a funding agreement between Loyalist Township and the City of Kingston, City of Kingston residents receive the same registered program rates and registration access as Loyalist Township residents. This agreement helps support access to aquatic programming for residents of both municipalities.
Registered programs have three fee categories:
- Resident
- Kingston Resident
- Non-Resident. Non-residents pay a fee that is 20% higher than the Resident rate and can register 72 hours after Resident and Kingston Resident registration opens.
City of Kingston Residents – How to access registered Aquatics programs
City of Kingston residents are able to access registered aquatics programs at the same rates and registration timelines as Loyalist Township residents. For Kingston residents to have this level of access, our staff need to setup a free membership on your accounts.
If you have registered with us at any time since 2018, you do not need to do anything. We have already setup your accounts to have the new membership.
If you are registering for the first time, you must visit the W.J. Henderson Community Centre (322 Amherst Dr., Amherstview) to set up your account. You will be asked to provide proof of residency during setup. Acceptable proof of residency includes:
- A valid Government-issued ID (e.g. driver's license, provincial ID) that lists your address
- Dated within the last 12 months:
- Property Tax Bill or assessment notice
- Lease of Rental Agreement
- Dated within the last 90 days:
- Utility bill (water, electricity, gas, cable, internet, cellphone, telephone, or equivalent)
- Mortgage statement
- Rent receipt
- Insurance policy (home or tenant)
- Bank or credit card statement
If you do not take these steps first, you will only be able to register as a non-resident.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Barr Homes Aquatic Centre!
What equipment is allowed into the Aquatic Centre?
Patrons are not permitted to bring:
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water wings
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water guns/super soakers
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glass scuba masks
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boogie boards
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go-pros
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outside sports equipment
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mono-fins
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specialized scuba equipment
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personal large pool mats
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speakers
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glass water bottles
Patrons are permitted to bring:
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Personal Flotation Devices (please refer to our Admission Standards for supervision ratios)
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Goggles (no glass lenses), swim caps, ear plugs, nose plugs
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Training fins, hand paddles, and training snorkles for lane swims only
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Aquafitness hand gloves
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Legally prescribed personal medications that may be required while at the pool
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Plastic or metal water bottles (no glass)
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Personal, in-water headphones
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Water/Aqua Shoes
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Permitted Swim Attire
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Standard bathing attire
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Cultural bathing attire intended for swimming
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Rash guards
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Wet suits
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- Unpermitted Swim Attire
- Street clothes including underwear, baggy clothing, and thick heavy materials and fabrics
What are the hours of operations?
Phase 1 Opening (July 20 to August 2)
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Monday to Friday : 8am-6pm
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Saturday & Sunday: 12pm-4pm
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Pool Closed: Monday, August 3rd (Civic Holiday)
Phase 2 Summer (August 3 – August 30)
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Monday to Friday: 6am-8pm
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Saturday & Sunday: 12pm-4pm
Stay tuned for Fall hours!
Is there public transportation to the Centre?
There are transit stops conveniently located at the front entrance of the W.J. Henderson Community Centre. Riders can use self-serve trip planning tools, such as Transit and Google Maps, to pick your starting point and destination, and have your journey planned for you.
Route 10 Service - The route 10 service, operated by Kingston Transit, runs between the W.J. Henderson Community Centre and Cataraqui Centre.
Loyalist Link – The Loyalist Link transit service provides transportation from Odessa, via the 90A, and from Bath via the 90B. Each service operates on weekdays for a 1-hour loop during peak times.
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