The Exeter & District Pool will open on Monday June 15, 2026 and close on Friday September 4, 2026

The Exeter & District Pool will open on Monday June 15, 2026 and close on Friday September 4, 2026

 Admission Policy

To ensure that your child(ren) has a safe and enjoyable swimming experience the Municipality of South Huron has implemented an admission policy for the Exeter & District Swimming Pool. This allows our staff to identify young swimmers’ abilities and ensure adequate supervision while in the pool and on the pool deck. Please note anyone entering the pool must pay admission. All children 9 years of age or younger are subject to the admission policy as follows

Swim Test

To successfully complete the swim test, swimmers must

• Continually swim two widths of the pool
  • Followed by 60 seconds of treading

Children under the age of 10 who are swimmers (demonstrate they are able to complete the swim test) may be admitted to the pool unaccompanied.

Children under the age of 10 who are non-swimmers must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is at least 12 years of age and responsible for their DIRECT supervision (within arm’s reach) at all times. The ratio of non-swimmers to parent or guardian may be a maximum of 4 bathers to one parent or guardian. The ratio of non-swimmers to parent or guardian may be increased to a maximum of 8 bathers to one parent or guardian if lifejackets are worn by all non-swimmers in their care.

Children under the age of 6 years may not be admitted to the pool unless they are accompanied by a parent or guardian who is responsible for their direct supervision (within arm’s reach) at all times, with a maximum of two children for each parent or guardian.

To register, please complete the Exeter & District Swimming Pool Registration Form. Completed forms may be emailed to communityservices@southhuron.ca or dropped off at the South Huron Recreation Centre during office hours, Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. 

Registration forms will be accepted as of Monday April 20th, 2026.

Once registration forms are received, community services staff will confirm program availability and lesson registration in the order they are received.

We strive to ensure everyone who wants to be, is registered in a class that works for them! Based on demand, we will add classes and additional times where needed throughout the season. 

General Information & Group Lesson Fees

The Exeter Pool will be offering Lifesaving Society Swimming lessons this summer. If you are unsure of what level to register in, refer to the Lifesaving Society's Conversion Chart or contact communityservices@southhuron.ca 

Group lessons will be 30 minutes in length and take place from Monday to Friday over a two-week span (10 lessons in total). You can view available class times by clicking on the various session dates below. 

To register, please complete the Exeter & District Swimming Pool Registration Form. Completed forms may be emailed to communityservices@southhuron.ca or dropped off at the South Huron Recreation Centre during office hours, Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. 

Registration forms will be accepted as of Monday April 20th, 2026.

Once registration forms are received, community services staff will confirm program availability and lesson registration in the order they are received.

We strive to ensure everyone who wants to be, is registered in a class that works for them! Based on demand, we will add classes and additional times where needed throughout the season. 

Session 1: June 15 - 26, 2026

Session 2: June 29 - July 10, 2026

Session 3: July 13 - July 24, 2026

Session 4: July 27 - August 7, 2026

Session 5: August 10 - August 21, 2026

August 24 - September 4. 2026

General Information & Private Lesson Fees

Lessons will be 30 minutes in length and take place every Saturday over a 5 week span (5 lessons in total). A semi private lesson may be booked for a maximum of 3 children (can be siblings, friends etc.) For semi private lessons, swimmers must be within 2 levels of each other. 

To register, please complete the Exeter & District Swimming Pool Registration Form. Completed forms may be emailed to communityservices@southhuron.ca or dropped off at the South Huron Recreation Centre during office hours, Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. 

Registration forms will be accepted as of Monday April 20th, 2026.

Once registration forms are received, community services staff will confirm program availability and lesson registration in the order they are received.

As time slots are booked, they will be removed from the website. We will strive to add more times, if necessary, based on demand.

Session 1: Saturday June 20 to Saturday July 18, 2026

Session 2: Saturday July 25 to Saturday August 22, 2026

Improve your fitness level while enjoying the water! Join us for a low intensity muscular endurance and cardiovascular workout Monday to Thursdays from 7:45 PM - 8:30 PM, Monday and Wednesdays 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM and Fridays from 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM. Your pool pass does not guarantee a spot in the class, pre registration is required. Registration will open in June 2026, more details to come! 

Whether you're training for competition, building fitness, or simply love being in the water, The Exeter Orcas Masters Swim Team offers a supportive and motivating environment for adult swimmers of all levels. From former athletes to those new to lap swimming, we provide structured workouts, coaching, and a vibrant community that shares a passion for swimming.

Practices run every Tuesday and Thursday morning from 8:00-8:45am, beginning the week of June 30th and running until Thursday August 20th.  Practices will be tailored to meet a wide range of goals—fitness, technique, or just fun!  The cost or registration is $70.00 + HST per person.  To register, please complete the Exeter & District Swimming Pool Registration Form. Completed forms may be emailed to communityservices@southhuron.ca or dropped off at the South Huron Recreation Centre during office hours, Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Registration forms will be accepted as of Monday April 20th, 2026.

"Try a Tri" is a 7-week introductory triathlon program designed specifically for youth ages 7–14. This program focuses on skill development, fitness, and fun in a safe, supportive, and low-pressure environment.

Participants will learn the fundamentals of swimming, cycling, and running while improving endurance and confidence each week. Training sessions include structured water instruction followed by a supervised run and/or bike workout.  Weekly training sessions will begin the week of June 29th and end the week of August 10th.

Race Opportunity 

The event features a safe, age-appropriate course designed to ensure a positive and rewarding race experience. Every participant will receive a medal after completing the triathlon.

Program Fee

$50 – Includes 7-week training program and triathlon race registration

$15 – Triathlon race only

To register, please complete the Exeter & District Swimming Pool Registration Form. Completed forms may be emailed to communityservices@southhuron.ca or dropped off at the South Huron Recreation Centre during office hours, Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Registration forms will be accepted as of Monday April 20th, 2026.

The Junior Lifeguard Club offers a unique aquatic experience for those ages 8-15 years who wish to expand on the skills they are learning in swimming lessons or on swim team. The program works to develop and improve swimming and aquatic skills with an emphasis on: swim and lifesaving knowledge, leadership, teamwork, community education, competition and personal fitness. Participants will take part in activities that are similar to those of certified lifeguards. The program will begin on Friday July 3rd 3:00 - 3:45 pm and run until Friday August 21st. Participants must be able to meet the Swim to Survive Standard (roll into deep water, tread for 1 minute and swim 50m) to take part in the program. The cost of registration is $95.

To register, please complete the Exeter & District Swimming Pool Registration Form. Completed forms may be emailed to communityservices@southhuron.ca or dropped off at the South Huron Recreation Centre during office hours, Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Registration opens Monday April 20, 2026.

Bronze Medallion

This course challenges the candidate both mentally and physically.  Judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness – the four components of water rescue – form the basis of Bronze Medallion training.  Candidates acquire the assessment and problem-solving skills needed to make good decisions in, on and around the water.

Prerequisites: 13+ years or Bronze Star certification

Dates: July 13- July 24 (Monday to Friday only)

Times: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Please note, successful course completion and certification requires 100% attendance.

Cost: $206 including book or $146 without book (*book is mandatory for participation)

To register, please complete the Exeter & District Swimming Pool Registration Form. Completed forms may be emailed to communityservices@southhuron.ca or dropped off at the South Huron Recreation Centre during office hours, Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. 

Bronze Cross

This course begins the transition from lifesaving to lifeguarding and prepares candidates for responsibilities as assistant lifeguards.  Candidates strengthen and expand their lifesaving skills and begin to apply the principles and techniques of active surveillance in aquatic facilities.  Bronze Cross emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication in preventing and responding to aquatic emergencies.  Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for advanced training in the society’s National Lifeguard and Leadership certification programs. 

Prerequisites: Bronze Medallion and Emergency or Standard First Aid

Dates: July 13 - July 24 (Monday to Friday only)

Times: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Please note, successful course completion and certification requires 100% attendance.

Cost: $206 including book or $146 without book (book is mandatory for participation)

To register, please complete the Exeter & District Swimming Pool Registration Form. Completed forms may be emailed to communityservices@southhuron.ca or dropped off at the South Huron Recreation Centre during office hours, Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. 

During inclement weather, pool staff reserve the right to close the pool at any time for safety purposes. The pool will be closed for swimming when thunder can be heard and or lightning seen and will only re open at the discretion of the pool staff when the storm has safely passed.

In the event of inclement weather during private swimming lessons, pool staff will find a time to make up the duration of the lesson that has been cancelled due to weather.

In the event of inclement weather during group lessons, the lesson will not be rescheduled unless three or more lessons have been affected by the weather.

• The Exeter Splash Pad's will open in May 2026, the exact date is weather dependent. More information to come! 

• The splash pad is unsupervised, use at your own risk.
• All children must be actively supervised at all times.
• Please be courteous to others & consider safety at all times.
• Appropriate swim attire must be worn at all times.
• Children who are not toilet trained must wear swim diapers.
• Be mindful of inclement weather, pad shall be vacated at first sound of thunder.
• Splash pad may be closed at any time due to weather or operational concerns.
• Area is monitored on a regular basis.
• Food, beverages and glass containers are not permitted in the splash pad area.
• No pets allowed, except for service dogs.
• No smoking in or around the splash pad area.
• No bikes, scooters, skateboards or roller blades in the splash pad area.
• Climbing on splash pad features is strictly prohibited.
• Persons with infectious diseases or having open sores shall not use the splash pad.
• Do not drink from the spray features.
• Profanity and improper behaviour will not be tolerated.
• No person shall pollute the water or surface of the splash pad in any manner or in the immediate area surrounding the splash pad.

Admission Policy

To ensure that your child(ren) has a safe and enjoyable swimming experience the Municipality of South Huron and the Township of Perth South have implemented an admission policy for the Kirkton Woodham Swimming Pool. This allows our staff to identify young swimmers’ abilities and ensure adequate supervision while in the pool and on the pool deck. Please note anyone entering the pool must pay admission. All children 9 years of age or younger are subject to the admission policy as follows

Swim Test

To successfully complete the swim test, swimmers must

• Continually swim two widths of the pool
  • Followed by 60 seconds of treading

Children under the age of 10 who are swimmers (demonstrate they are able to complete the swim test) may be admitted to the pool unaccompanied.

Children under the age of 10 who are non-swimmers must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is at least 12 years of age and responsible for their DIRECT supervision (within arm’s reach) at all times. The ratio of non-swimmers to parent or guardian may be a maximum of 4 bathers to one parent or guardian/ The ratio of non-swimmers to parent or guardian may be increased to a maximum of 8 bathers to one parent or guardian if lifejackets are worn by all non-swimmers in their care.

Children under the age of 6 years may not be admitted to the pool unless they are accompanied by a parent or guardian who is responsible for their direct supervision (within arm’s reach) at all times, with a maximum of two children for each parent or guardian.

To register, please complete the Kirkton Woodham Swimming Pool Registration Form. Completed forms may be emailed to communityservices@southhuron.ca or dropped off at the South Huron Recreation Centre during office hours, Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. 

Registration forms will be accepted as of Monday May 4, 2026. 

Once registration forms are received, community services staff will confirm program availability and lesson registration in the order they are received.

We strive to ensure everyone who wants to be, is registered in a class that works for them! Based on demand, we will add classes and additional times where needed throughout the season. 

General Information & Group Lesson Fees

The Exeter Pool will be offering Lifesaving Society Swimming lessons this summer. If you are unsure of what level to register in, refer to the Lifesaving Society's Conversion Chart or contact communityservices@southhuron.ca 

Group lessons will be 30 minutes in length and take place from Monday to Friday over a two-week span (10 lessons in total). You can view available class times by clicking on the various session dates below. 

To register, please complete the Kirkton Woodham Swimming Pool Registration Form. Completed forms may be emailed to communityservices@southhuron.ca or dropped off at the South Huron Recreation Centre during office hours, Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. 

Registration forms will be accepted as of Monday May 4th, 2026.

Once registration forms are received, community services staff will confirm program availability and lesson registration in the order they are received.

We strive to ensure everyone who wants to be, is registered in a class that works for them! Based on demand, we will add classes and additional times where needed throughout the season. 

Session 1: June 29 - July 10, 2026

Session 2: July 13 - July 24, 2026

Session 3: July 27 - August 7, 2026

Session 4: August 10 - August 21, 2026

Session 5: August 24 - September 4, 2026

General Information & Private Lesson Fees

Lessons will be 30 minutes in length and take place from Monday to Friday over a one week span (5 lessons in total). A semi private lesson may be booked for a maximum of 3 children (can be siblings, friends etc.) For semi private lessons, swimmers must be within 2 levels of each other. 

To register, please complete the Kirkton Woodham Swimming Pool Registration Form. Completed forms may be emailed to communityservices@southhuron.ca or dropped off at the South Huron Recreation Centre during office hours, Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. 

Registration forms will be accepted as of Monday May 4th, 2026.

Once registration forms are received, community services staff will confirm program availability and lesson registration in the order they are received.

As time slots are booked, they will be removed from the website. We will strive to add more times, if necessary, based on demand.

Week 1: June 29 to July 3, 2026

Week 2: July 6 to July 10, 2026

Week 3: July 13 to July 17, 2026

Week 4: July 20 to July 24, 2026

Week 5: July 27 to July 31, 2026

Week 6: August 3 to August 7, 2026

Week 7: August 10 to August 14, 2026

Week 8: August 17 to August 21, 2026

Week 9: August 24 to August 28, 2026

Week 10: August 31 to September 4, 2026

Improve your fitness level while enjoying the water! Join us for a low intensity muscular endurance and cardiovascular workout Monday to Thursdays from 7:45 PM - 8:30 PM, and Fridays from 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM. Your pool pass does not guarantee a spot in the class, pre-registration is required. Registration will open in June 2026, more details to come! 

"Try a Tri" is a 7-week introductory triathlon program designed specifically for youth ages 7–14. This program focuses on skill development, fitness, and fun in a safe, supportive, and low-pressure environment.

Participants will learn the fundamentals of swimming, cycling, and running while improving endurance and confidence each week. Training sessions include structured water instruction followed by a supervised run and/or bike workout.  Weekly training sessions will be held Thursdays from 2:45 - 3:45pm beginning July 2nd and ending August 13th.

Race Opportunity

Each event features a safe, age-appropriate course designed to ensure a positive and rewarding race experience. Every participant will receive a medal after completing their first triathlon.

Program Fee

$50 – Includes 7-week training program and triathlon race registration.

$15 – Triathlon race only

To register, please complete the Kirkton Woodham Swimming Pool Registration Form. Completed forms may be emailed to communityservices@southhuron.ca or dropped off at the South Huron Recreation Centre during office hours, Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Registration opens Monday May 4th, 2026.

Bronze Medallion

This course challenges the candidate both mentally and physically.  Judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness – the four components of water rescue – form the basis of Bronze Medallion training.  Candidates acquire the assessment and problem-solving skills needed to make good decisions in, on and around the water.

Prerequisites: 13+ years or Bronze Star certification

Dates: August 10 - August 21 (Monday to Friday only)

Times: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Please note, successful course completion and certification requires 100% attendance.

Cost: $206 including book or $146 without book (*book is mandatory for participation)

To register, please complete the Kirkton Woodham Swimming Pool Registration Form. Completed forms may be emailed to communityservices@southhuron.ca or dropped off at the South Huron Recreation Centre during office hours, Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Registration opens Monday May 4, 2026.

Bronze Cross

This course begins the transition from lifesaving to lifeguarding and prepares candidates for responsibilities as assistant lifeguards.  Candidates strengthen and expand their lifesaving skills and begin to apply the principles and techniques of active surveillance in aquatic facilities.  Bronze Cross emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication in preventing and responding to aquatic emergencies.  Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for advanced training in the society’s National Lifeguard and Leadership certification programs. 

Prerequisites: Bronze Medallion and Emergency or Standard First Aid

Dates: August 10 - August 21 (Monday to Friday only)

Times: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Please note, successful course completion and certification requires 100% attendance.

Cost: $206 including book or $146 without book (book is mandatory for participation)

To register, please complete the Kirkton Woodham Swimming Pool Registration Form. Completed forms may be emailed to communityservices@southhuron.ca or dropped off at the South Huron Recreation Centre during office hours, Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Registration opens Monday May 4, 2026.

During inclement weather, pool staff reserve the right to close the pool at any time for safety purposes. The pool will be closed for swimming when thunder can be heard and or lightning seen and will only re open at the discretion of the pool staff when the storm has safely passed.

In the event of inclement weather during private swimming lessons, pool staff will find a time to make up the duration of the lesson that has been cancelled due to weather.

In the event of inclement weather during group lessons, the lesson will not be rescheduled unless three or more lessons have been affected by the weather.

• The Victoria Park Wading Pool will open for from Monday June 29th to Friday September 4th. 
• The Wading Pool is open daily from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM.
• Admission is FREE.

• Parents or guardians should be within arms' reach of their child/children at all times when the child/children are in the wading pool.
• Children should be appropriately attired for their age and continence ability to prevent fouling of the pool.  (For example: swim diapers are permitted for children that are incontinent).
• No glass container, food, or beverage is allowed in the wading pool or in the area immediately surrounding the wading pool.
• Recreational water is not intended for drinking.
• Do not enter the wading pool if you have an open sore or rash, or are experiencing nausea, vomiting or diarrhea.
• No person shall pollute the water in the wading pool in any manner or on the area immediately surrounding the wading pool.
• No person shall engage in boisterous play in or about the wading pool.  No horsing around.

Ages 2 and under

The introduction to swimming lesson program provides young children and their parents/caregivers the opportunity to develop water positive attitudes and skills in a shallow environment at the Victoria Park Wading Pool. The instructors will assist participants in gaining skills such as comfort in the water, blowing bubbles, splashing with arms and legs, songs and free time for play. This program is held weekly over an eight week period. The Introduction to Swimming Lesson Program aims to prepare children for future participation in preschool level swimming lessons at the Exeter and District Pool. The cost of registration is $70.00. To register contact communityservices@southhuron.ca.

Tuesday July 7, 2026 to Tuesday August 25, 2026

Thursday July 9, 2026 to Thursday August 27, 2026

The Victoria Park Wading Pool offers private rentals. Rent the pool for your next summer birthday party or family gathering.

Cost: $60/hr (up to 25 children) includes lifeguard

Contact communityservices@southhuron.ca