Fair Grounds Aquatic Park is now open for the 2021 season! All programs are operating in accordance with timely provincial and local health unit guidance regarding COVID-19. Please review the following protocols to enjoy a safe visit.
- Lane swims and programs will be available by registration only. Participants shall register and pay online before arriving at the Aquatic Park
- The facility will be closed in between each swim session to permit sanitization of surfaces and equipment and to prepare for the next group of participants
- Currently, all participants will be required to shower and arrive at the facility wearing swimming attire; change rooms are available for emergencies only
- A controller will greet swimmers at the entrance as they arrive at the facility to confirm registrations and payments have been made.
- Participants must follow directional signage to the pool deck and bring all belongings with them. Guards and controllers will be positioned on the pool deck to monitor social distancing and direct people to the appropriate locations.
July/August Schedule (PDF [60 kB])
Public Swimming Blackout Dates/Times
- Wednesday, July 28 - 7:00 p.m.
Fair Grounds Aquatic Park is located at 334 Metcalfe Street West, Strathroy, at the Fair Grounds Recreation Complex--a 15-acre park space featuring baseball diamonds, tennis courts, pavilion and picnic areas, Sleepy Hollow miniature railway, and the West Middlesex Memorial Centre arena. The aquatic park features men's, ladies, and family change areas, as well as a shaded spectator area.
Aquatic Park Features
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Leisure pool with accessible beach level entry, adult conversation area, lazy river and numerous water features
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18' high water slide with 170' long run
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6-lane, 25 metre competition pool with shaded spectator area
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Heated pool water
- Download the Program Information and Visitor Guide (PDF [1.86 MB])
Program Integration and Volunteer Assistance
The Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc is committed to providing access to services for all persons. Persons with special needs are welcome to attend any recreation activity compatible with their interests and abilities. Participants are encouraged to bring their own volunteer support. This volunteer could be a friend, spouse, family member or caregiver. The volunteer is not charged a fee when they attend a program with a paying, registered participant.
Register for Programs
| Swimming Lessons - Registration Now Open |
- Session 1: June 28 - July 9 (Lessons earlier than 4:30 p.m. begin June 29)
- Session 2: July 12 - July 23
- Session 3: July 26 - August 6
- Session 4: August 9 - August 20
| Session Type |
Time
|
Location |
| Able Swimmer |
8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
|
Leisure Pool
|
| Preschool 1 |
10:40 a.m. - 11:10 a.m.
5:10 p.m. - 5:40 p.m.
|
Leisure Pool
Leisure Pool
|
| Preschool 2 |
9:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
11:20 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
|
Leisure Pool
Leisure Pool
Leisure Pool
|
| Level 1 |
8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
10:40am - 11:10 a.m.
4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
|
Leisure Pool
Leisure Pool
Leisure Pool
|
| Level 2 |
9:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
11:20 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
5:10 p.m. - 5:40 p.m.
|
Leisure Pool
Leisure Pool
Leisure Pool
|
| Level 3 |
11:10 a.m. - 11:40 a.m.
5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
|
Competition Pool
Competition Pool
|
| Level 4 |
11:10 a.m. - 11:40 a.m.
5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
|
Competition Pool
Competition Pool
|
| Level 5 |
9:25 a.m. - 10:10 a.m.
6:10 p.m. - 6:55 p.m.
|
Competition Pool
Competition Pool
|
| Level 6 |
11:10 a.m. - 11:55 a.m.
6:10 p.m. - 6:55 p.m.
|
Competition Pool
Competition Pool
|
| Level 7 |
9:25 a.m. - 10:10 a.m.
6:10 p.m. - 6:55 p.m.
|
Competition Pool
Competition Pool
|
| Level 8 |
8:30 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.
6:10 p.m. - 6:55 p.m.
|
Competition Pool
Competition Pool
|
Level 9
|
8:30 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. |
Competition Pool |
| Bronze |
8:00 a.m. - 10:10 a.m. |
Competition Pool |
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| Aquatic Park Fees (Incl. Tax) |
| Admission - Public Swimming |
$2.00/per session |
| Admission - Lane Swim |
$4.00/per session |
| Admission - Aqua Fit |
$5.00/per session |
|
Cancellations and Program Withdrawals
Any programs or individual registrations impacted by COVID-19 will be eligible for a 100% refund. All other program withdrawals/cancellations must be made prior to May 15, 2021 to be eligible for a 100% refund. Non-COVID-19 related program withdrawals made after May 15 will be subject to a $5/day withdrawal fee (for example, 5 days = $25 withdrawal fee). Withdrawal requests made less than 5 days before the program commences will be denied unless a sufficient reason is given. Refunds are permitted for medical reasons; a doctor's note is required.
Aquatic Park Links
