Swimming at the Squadron
We offer a host of swimming programs to choose from for all ages and abilities! Whether your child is entering the water for the first time or is an experienced swimmer looking to improve their strokes, our certified and friendly instructors and lifeguards will guide your child through technique and also have some splish-splashy fun! All of our programming is from the Canadian Life Saving Society and incorporates their proven system of swim teaching and incorporates Lifesaving Society Water Smart® education in all levels. As an integral part of the Swim for Life® program, Water Smart education provides information and experiences that helps participants make smart decisions when in, on and around
water and ice.
2026 Course Dates and Times
Course Dates
Session 1 - June 29 - July 3
Session 2 - July 6 - July 17
Session 3 - July 21 - July 31st
Session 4 - August 3 - August 14
Session 5 - August 17 - August 28
Course Times
9:30-10:00 - Swimmer 5/6 & Swim Patrol (Swimmer 7,8,9,Rookie,Ranger,Star)
10:00-10:30 - Swimmer 1/2 & Swimmer 3/4
10:40-11:10 - Swimmer 1/2 & Swimmer 3/4
11:20-11:50 - Parent & Tot, Pre-School Swimmer 1-3 & Pre-School Swimmer 4/5
2026 Swimming Programs
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Pre-School Swimmer
Age: 3 to 5 years
Prerequisites: None
Cost: Senior Members $115 | Non-Members $140
Give your child a head start on learning to swim. The Lifesaving Society Preschool program develops an appreciation and healthy respect for the water before these kids get in too deep. In our basic aquatic progressions, we work to ensure 3 to 5-year olds become comfortable in the water and have fun acquiring and developing a foundation of water skills.
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Swimmer 1-6
Age: 5 years and up
Prerequisites: Will be screened by an instructor
Cost: Senior Members $115 | Non-Members $140
The Lifesaving Society's 6-level Swimmer program makes sure your children learn how to swim before they get in too deep. Swimmer progressions accommodate children 5 years and older including absolute beginners as well as swimmers who want to build on the basics. We stress lots of in-water practice to develop solid swimming strokes and skills.
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Swim Patrol
Swimmer 7,8,9 Rookie, Ranger, Star
Age: Any Age
Cost: Senior Members $115 | Non-Members $140
The Canadian Swim Patrol program is the on-ramp to lifeguarding. Ability is the only prerequisite. The Swim Patrol provides enriched training for those who are ready to go beyond learn-to-swim. Swim Patrol's three levels - Rookie, Ranger, and Star - continue to develop participants' swim strokes and provide the skill foundation that prepares them for success in the Society's Bronze medal awards.
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Parent & Tot
Age: Children infant to 3 years old with a parent
Cost: Senior Members $115 | Non-Members $140
Spend quality time with your child while you both have fun and learn and socialize. Through structured in-water interaction between parent and child, we stress the importance of play in developing water-positive attitudes and skills. We provide Lifesaving Society Water Smart® tips on keeping your child safe in any aquatic setting. Certified instructors provide guidance and answers to your questions.
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Water Safety and First Aid Courses
Age: Bronze Star- Any Age
Bronze Medallion - 13 years or obtain Bronze star
Bronze Cross- Obtain Bronze Medallion
Prerequisites: Required previous level of swimming achieved, if you are unsure please get in touch with swimming@rnsys.com
Cost: Bronze Star: Senior Members $150 Non-Members $190
Bronze Med & Cross: Senior Members $250 Non-Members $310
RNSYS is pleased to offer the Bronze Star, Medallion, and Cross courses for those swimmers aspiring to be lifeguards in the future and who want to build their swimming skills. For further information on the content of these courses please click here to see the life-saving society’s course explanations.
Bronze Star: June 29 - July 3 9:00am - 12:00pm
Bronze Medallion: July 6-10 9:00am - 3:00pm
Bronze Cross: July 20-24 9:00am - 3:00pm
First Aid Course will be offered in the spring and summer to RNSYS members. If you do not see dates that work for you please forward expressions of interest to swimming@rnsys.com as additional courses may be added pending demand.
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Private Lessons
Age: All ages
Prerequisites: None
Senior Members $45 / half hour | Non-Members $60 / half hour
Book a private swimming lesson with our experienced lifeguards. Private Lessons are available all summer long.
Email: swimming@rnsys.com to book
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Pool Facilities
Check out our swimming programs and general aquatic enjoyment.
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Canteen
The Clubhouse Pool Canteen is closed for the season.
We also have great takeaway food options from our clubhouse menu. To place a takeout order, please call our main line (902) 477-5653 ext 1.
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Saraguay House Pool
The Saraguay Pool remains an Adult Only facility. It is a a heated salt water pool.
Please ensure the gate is locked behind you if you are the last to leave the area.
NEW THIS YEAR!
Introducing "Quiet Hours" at Saraguay PoolThis year, we are implementing "quiet hours" during wedding ceremonies. Instead of closing the pool, we kindly ask that you respect the ceremony by keeping noise levels to a minimum. The paved path near the pool will also be closed during these hours to limit car and pedestrian traffic and noise levels. Please use an alternative route to the pool during this time.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Swimming Programs
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Swimming programs are available to members and to the public.
Classes are 30 minutes in duration and run between 0930 and 1215 on weekdays.
Timeslots will be filled on a first-come-first-serve basis so ensure that you register early.
There are no classes on Canada Day or Natal Day holidays.
Classes are weather-dependent.
There must be a minimum of 3 participants registered for a course to proceed.
Half-session registrations are subject to full-session registration fees.
Classes are restricted to 6 participants.
Open swim hours run between 1215 and 2100 on weekdays and between 0900 and 2100 on weekends.
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Celebrate a special occasion at the Clubhouse Pool! Pool parties are always a blast and at the Squadron we offer catering service for your group and the option to reserve a picnic table or the pool area!
Pool Parties can only be booked by RNSYS members and are booked on a first come first serve basis around other existing pool functions. Members wishing to host birthday parties or socials at the RNSYS pool should book 1 week in advance with the Aquatics Director at swimming@rnsys.com.
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Cancellation Policy
1. A confirmation email will be sent to all applicants upon receipt of registration. Once this confirmation email has been sent, participant interest in attending the course is assumed unless the RNSYS is informed otherwise.
2. If, upon receipt of registration, a course is full the applicant will automatically be waitlisted. A waitlist email notice will be sent out to applicants who have been placed on a waitlist.
3. If space comes available, waitlisted registrants will be automatically notified of the availability.
4. Once confirmed, all registrations are subject to a 25% cancellation charge. Cancellations received within two weeks prior to the course are subject to a 50% cancellation charge. No refund is provided following the start of the course unless in exceptional circumstances at the discretion of the RNSYS sailing director.
5. Any registration credits provided are non-transferable and must be used by the participant's family.
Registration Policies
Membership discounts are available to SENIOR members only.
Discounts are applied by participants inputting their membership status into the online system. Those found to have misrepresented their membership status will be required to pay the discount balance or will forfeit their registration and fees.
Registrations may be processed through your member account. Reach out to programming@rnsys.com for more information.
When adding tender service and lunch program it is the responsibility of the registrant to adjust the number of weeks for which they want these services.
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We are required to charge HST on all instructional courses and race programs offered to individuals 14 years of age and over at the time of the course, unless the individual is disabled. When HST is applicable it will be noted in the course profile. When payment is received without HST included, but it is applicable, the sender will be contacted to remit the HST.
Swimming programs are available for all ages and abilities. Whether your child is looking to get in the water for the first time or you are an experienced swimming looking to improve your strokes, we have a program for you!