On March 2, 2026 at 9:00am, swimming lesson registration will open for our 2026 swim season.
Open Swim Schedule and Fees
The City of Stratford owns and operates the Stratford Lions Pool from June until the end of August each season. We have a Pre-season, Regular season and Post-season schedule.
Amenities
- Heated pools: 25 meter, 6-lane deep and Zero-depth beach entry (into 25 meter leisure) pools
- Spray Water Features
- Changerooms
- Washroom Facilities
- Accessible
News Items
March 2, 2026 - Swim Lesson Registration Opens
June 1, 2025 - Purchase 2025 Swim Season Passes Online
We offer swim season passes for purchase at the Stratford Lions Pool and online. Children, Youth, Seniors, Adults and Family passes are available. Swim passes are available to purchase starting June 1, 2025.
To purchase your pass online:
- Log into your Recreation Registration Account
- Once logged in, choose "Memberships"
June 6, 2025 - Lions Pool Opens for the 2025 Season
On June 6th, the Stratford Lions Pool will open, and our pre-season schedule will be offered until June 27th. Please see below for our 2025 Pre-Season schedule.
Swim Schedules (2026)
- Open, family and length swims are offered on a first-come, first serve basis and do not require pre-registration. Simply show up at the facility pay for your swim and be admitted.
- Water fitness classes run June 29 - August 23, weekdays from 11 - 11:45am or 4 - 4:45pm, and do not require pre-registration. Admission per class is $5.25 and is payable at the admission gates.
- Before attending a swim activity, please check our closures and cancellations page for up-to-date information.
Pre-Season: June 5 - June 26, 2026
| Time | Swim Type |
|---|---|
|
4:30 - 5:30pm |
Lengths |
|
6 - 8pm |
Open Swim |
| Time | Swim Type |
|---|---|
|
2 -4 pm |
Open Swim |
|
4:30 - 5:30pm |
Lengths |
|
6 - 8pm |
Open Swim |
Regular season: June 27 - August 23, 2026
| Time | Swim Type |
|---|---|
|
7 – 8am |
Lengths |
|
7 - 10am |
Bronze Lessons |
|
8 – 9am |
Swim Team |
|
9am - 12pm |
|
|
11 - 11:45am |
Water Fitness |
|
12:15 – 1pm |
Lengths (Lap Pool) & Family Swim (Splash Pool) |
|
1:15 – 2:15pm |
City Day Camps - except Tuesday (Private Rental) |
|
2:30 – 4pm |
Open Swim |
|
4 – 6pm |
Water Fitness (4 - 4:45pm) & Swim Lessons |
|
6:00 – 6:45pm |
Lengths & Family Swim |
|
7:00 – 8:30pm |
Open Swim |
| Time | Swim Type |
|---|---|
|
12 – 1pm |
Lengths (Lap Pool) & Family Swim (Splash Pool) |
|
1 – 1:45pm |
Family Swim |
|
2 – 4pm |
Open Swim |
|
5 – 6pm |
Lengths |
|
6:30 – 8:30pm |
Open Swim |
Post Season Schedule
| Time | Swim Type |
|---|---|
| 12:30 - 1:30pm | Lengths & Family Swim |
| 2 - 4pm | Open Swim |
| 4:15 - 5:15pm | Lengths & Family Swim |
| 5:30 - 7:30pm | Open Swim |
Admission Rates (2026)
We offer swim season passes for purchase at the Stratford Lions Pool and online after June 1, 2025. To purchase your pass online:
- Log into your Recreation Registration Account
- Once logged in, choose "Memberships"
| Type | Single Swim | Season Pass (on sale June 1, 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Children (under 2) | Free | Free |
| Children (2 - 15 years) | $4.25 | $94 (login to buy online) |
| Youth (16 - 18 years) | $4.25 | $107 (login to buy online) |
| Seniors (55 years +) | $4.25 | $115 (login to buy online) |
| Adults (19 - 54 years) | $4.25 | $155 (login to buy online) |
| Family (2 adults & 2 children) | $15 | $295 (login to buy online) |
| Water Fitness (16 years +) | $5.25 | NA |
| Private Rentals | See Birthdays & Corporate Rentals | |
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