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Waubuno Beach Swim Program

2025 Group Swimming Lessons

The best way to learn to swim is in the water, and there's no better place for it than the beautiful setting of Waubuno Beach. This summer, dive into "Swim For Life" with the Lifesaving Society’s comprehensive swimming lessons. Designed for all ages and abilities, our group classes focus on developing water safety and swimming skills in a fun, engaging environment.

Click here to download the 2025 Aquatic Information Package

Registration Opens: Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 10:00AM 

Registration is available through the following methods: 

Online (preferred): Click here for Online Registration

In Person: Visit the Town Office, 52 Seguin Street, Parry Sound during regular business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm). Registrations will be accepted on Thursday, May 15, 2025 after 10:00AM 

Mail: Mail in registrations should be sent to: Town of Parry Sound, ATTN Jayme Young, 52 Seguin Street, Parry Sound, Ontario, P2A1B4

Daily Sessions (DS) run everyday, Monday-Friday

  • Daily Session 1 (DS1): July 7-July 18
  • Daily Session 2 (DS2): July 21- August 1
  • Daily Session 3 (DS3): August 4-August 15 

Evening Sessions (ES) run on the identified dates for four weeks 

  • ES1A: Monday/Wednesday: June 30-July 23
  • ES1B: Tuesday/Thursday: July 3-July 29
  • ES2A: Monday/Wednesday: July 28-August 20
  • ES2B: Tuesday/Thursday: July 31-August 26

**Swimming Lessons take place rain or shine. In the event that the weather is no appropriate for in water lessons- instructors will teach water safety and dry land training. 

Click here to download the 2025 Swimming Lesson Schedule. 

Please note: 

  • Class times are subject to change based on registration and staffing. 
  • Additional classes may be added based on registration. 
  • Levels may be combined as necessary to algin with staffing and registration. 
  • Instructors have the authority to adjust class lists and necessary based on observed skill level. 
  • parents are required to participate in the water with children in Parent & Tot levels. 

Please click here to contact our Community Recreaiton Coordinator 

Parent & Tot, Preschool, Swimmer 1 & 2: 

  • Resident Rate: $60.00
  • Non-Resident Rate: $70.00

Swimmer 3-Swimmer 9: 

  • Resident Rate: $70.00
  • Non-Resident Rate: $80.00

Recommended: Identify your child's Lifesaving Society Swimming Lesson Level in advance of registration day. 

Click here for Swim for Life Lesson Levels 

2025 Private Swimming Lessons

Our private swimming lessons are tailored to meet the individual needs of each swimmer, whether you’re a beginner hoping to build confidence in the water or an experienced swimmer looking to refine your technique. Led by certified instructors, our sessions provide one-on-one coaching to help you or your child achieve your swimming goals in a supportive and safe environment. 

Click here to submit your request for Private Swimming Lessons

Important: Your request submission will be accommodated based on the availability of our swimming instructors. Please note that submitting a request does not guarantee a lesson reservation.

Duration Options:

  • Choose from ten 30-minute sessions or five 60-minute sessions to tailor the experience to your personal learning pace and availability.

Flexible Scheduling:

  • Our lessons are scheduled at your convenience in consultation with our Aquatic Coordinator, ensuring that sessions fit seamlessly into your lifestyle.

Personalized Instruction:

  • Each session is designed to focus on individual goals and skill levels, providing targeted instruction that maximizes progress and enjoyment.

Instructor Consultation:

  • Before starting, our Aquatic Coordinator will discuss your swimming objectives and any specific concerns to customize your lesson plan effectively.

Resident Rate: $180.00

Non-resident Rate: $200.00

Bronze Level Courses

Lifesaving Society's Bronze programs provide foundational training in water rescue, lifesaving, and first aid skills. Designed for aspiring lifeguards, or those interested in learning about water safety, these nationally recognized courses taught by our certified and experienced instructors build confidence, fitness and leadership in and around the water. 

Bronze Level Lesson Registration Opens on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 10AM

Registration is available through the following methods: 

Online (preferred): Click here to register online

In Person: Visit the Town Office, 52 Seguin Street, Parry Sound during regular business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm). Registrations will be accepted on Thursday, May 22, 2025 after 10:00AM 

Mail: Mail in registrations should be sent to: Town of Parry Sound, ATTN Jayme Young, 52 Seguin Street, Parry Sound, Ontario, P2A1B4

Course Details: 

  • Builds strong swimming skills, introduces lifesaving techniques and self rescue strategies. Bronze Star is a great way to prepare for Bronze Medallion, and is a fun first step into the world of lifesaving. 

Prerequisites: 

  • None; higher level swimming experience/classes are recommended. 

Schedule: 

  • July 14-18, 2025: 10:30AM-1:00PM

Cost:

  • Residents: $100.00
  • Non Residents: $110.00

Course Details: 

  • Candidates work on their judgement, knowledge, skills and fitness, building problem solving and rescuing skills needed to help respond to aquatic emergencies. This course also includes a certification in Emergency First Aid, equipping participants with essential first aid and CPR training. 

Prerequisites: 

  • Minimum of 13 years of age, OR Bronze Star Certification

Schedule: 

  • August 5-8, 2025: 10:30AM-4:30PM

Cost:

  • Residents: $140.00
  • Non Residents: $150.00

Course Details: 

  • Bronze Cross builds on the skills learned in Bronze Medallion, with a greater emphasis on advanced rescue techniques, teamwork, and scenario-based training. This course includes a certification in Standard First Aid with CPR-C, providing in-depth first aid knowledge with practical experience. 

Prerequisites: 

  • Bronze Medallion and Lifesaving Society Emergency First Aid

Schedule: 

  • August 11-15, 2025: 10:30AM-5:00PM

Cost:

  • Residents: $160.00
  • Non Residents: $170.00

Junior Lifeguards

Welcome future lifeguards! Whether your drawn educating yourself on aquatics, eager to gain volunteer experience/hours, looking to learn more about water safety and rescues or simply looking to see if lifeguarding is a possible future job for you, you're in the right place! The Junior Lifeguard program returning to Waubuno Beach this year, and is designed to introduce aspiring lifesavers aged 11 to 17 to the essential skills and responsibilities of lifeguard. 

Click here to submit your application to participate in the Junior Lifeguard Program 

Applications will be accepted until June 15th for this program. 

Successful applicants will be contacted for interviews. Submission of an application is not a guarantee of acceptance in the program. We are looking for youth that have a strong desire to work in aquatics, are leaders among their family and peer groups and have a commitment to water safety. 

The Junior Lifeguard program will run from July 21-July 25 from 10am-4pm. 

Successful applicants are expected to be on site for the full duration of the program. 

The Junior Lifeguard program is a free program, offered by the Town of Parry Sound.

Contact Us

 

Town of Parry Sound
52 Seguin Street
Parry Sound, ON P2A 1B4
T. (705) 746-2101
F. (705) 746-7461

Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM ET
Closed on statutory holidays