Question 1

Is swimming free in Downtown?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Leisure swim is completely free at all City of Toronto pools in Downtown, including Harrison Pool, John Innes Community Recreation Centre, Pam Mcconnell Aquatic Centre, Scadding Court Community Centre, Wellesley Community Centre. Lane swim may have a small fee ($2.50 youth · $3.75 adult), but if you swim regularly, a multi-visit pass brings the cost down.

Question 2

Can I bring my toddler to swimming drop-ins in Downtown?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Toddlers are welcome at leisure swim and preschool swim sessions. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a caregiver in the water (not just poolside). Babies and toddlers must wear swim diapers — regular diapers are not allowed in the pool.

Question 3

Do I need to register for drop-in swimming in Downtown?

Accepted Answer

No registration needed — just show up! Some popular pools have capacity limits and may use a wristband system during peak times, so arriving 10–15 minutes early is recommended, especially on weekends.

Question 4

Which pools in Downtown have free swimming for kids?

Accepted Answer

Downtown has 5 pools with kids' swimming drop-ins: Harrison Pool, John Innes Community Recreation Centre, Pam Mcconnell Aquatic Centre, Scadding Court Community Centre, Wellesley Community Centre. Most offer free leisure swim and preschool swim — check the schedules above for exact times at each pool.

Question 5

How often are Downtown pool schedules updated?

Accepted Answer

All schedules on this page are pulled directly from the City of Toronto's recreation database and refreshed daily. The times shown reflect this week's confirmed drop-in sessions. If a pool has a closure or schedule change, it will be reflected here within 24 hours.

🏊 Swimming Drop-ins for Kids in Downtown

Pool Schedules

📍Harrison Pool

📍John Innes Community Recreation Centre

📍Pam Mcconnell Aquatic Centre

📍Scadding Court Community Centre

📍Wellesley Community Centre

Swimming in Downtown — FAQ

	Pool	Free Options	Swim Types
1	Harrison Pool	Yes	Lane Swim, Leisure Swim
2	John Innes Community Recreation Centre	—	Aquatic Fitness: Shallow, Lane Swim
3	Pam Mcconnell Aquatic Centre	Yes	Adapted Leisure Swim, Aquatic Fitness: Shallow, Lane Swim, Leisure Swim: Preschool, Leisure Swim, Leisure Swim: Open and Inclusive, Leisure Swim (Women)
4	Scadding Court Community Centre	Yes	Adapted Leisure Swim
5	Wellesley Community Centre	Yes	Lane Swim (Women), Leisure Swim, Lane Swim (Men), Leisure Swim: Youth, Leisure Swim: Preschool, Leisure Swim: Open and Inclusive, Leisure Swim (Women)