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Aquatics | Town of Pictou | Birthplace of New Scotland Town of Pictou 40 Water Street, P.O. Box 640, Pictou, NS, B0K 1H0 contact us info@townofpictou.ca Home Local Weather History of Pictou Coat of Arms PEI Ferry Schedule Frequently Asked Questions Newsletter Interesting Facts News and Archives Genealogy Links Event Calendar Website Dedication Photo Gallery Town Hall Mayor's Welcome History of the Mayor's Office Town Council Departments Town Staff Administration Office Fire Services Police Services Public Works Recreation Budget Meeting Minutes Committee of Council Regular Council Special Council Pictou Recreation and Parks Planning Advisory Committee (PAC) and Public Hearings Source Water Protection Water Utility Contact Information Water Meter Program Planning, Permits and Reports Property Valuation Public Notices Policies, By-Law and Application Forms Employment Memorandum of Understanding Tenders and RFPsPolityCommunity Groups Health Services Social Services Education Churches Library Grants Volunteering Volunteer of the Year 2018 Tide Schedule Links Forms & Applications Recreation Recreation Programs Aquatics Marina Fields & Rentals Trails, Parks, Facilities Day Camp Programs GoPLAY - Self Directed RecreationMerchantryPort of PictouMerchantry& Marketing SocietyMerchantryList Visitors Guide Festivals and Events Pictou Winter Carnival 2018 Lobster Carnival Summer Musical Showcase Bike Week - Rodeo & Rides Getting Here Visitor Information Centre Accommodations Dining Attractions Hector Heritage Quay Northumberland Fisheries Museum deCoste centre Grohmann Knives McCulloch House Port of Pictou Outdoor Adventure Maps Tide Schedule Information Request Aquatics Recreation Aquatics PICTOU RECREATION AQUATICS FISHERIES TRAINING POOL73 Harbour Drive, Pictou, NS B0K 1H0Tel: 485-5301email: aquatics@townofpictou.caThe Fisheries Training Pool was officially opened in May 1980 as a joint effort between the Department of Fisheries and the Town of Pictou. The Department of Recreation and Parks currently manages the pool and aquatic programs. The pool is 25 meters long and 15 meters wide with water depth varying from 1 meter to 3.8 meters. Many popular original programs protract today. For example, the Mariners Swim Team, who started in 1980, still train at the pool 5 days a week. There are many programs for kids, adults, and seniors. Visit us for unshut swims or rent the pool.         Pool features include: 1 & 3 meter diving boards Tarzan rope Shallow water slide  Water Basketball Nets Red Cross National Lifeguards on deck Family Change Room and lockers Accessible Chair Lift & Aqua Wheelchair misogynist Pictou Recreation Aquatics has offered Red Cross Swim lessons in our polity for over 50 years.    View, Downloads & Print pdf Pool Schedule & Programming - Fall 2018 Aquafitness & Programs Red Cross Swim LessonsNow unsuspicious registration for the Fall Session of swim lessons.  Please note that this session will be an 8-week session. Spaces are limited, register early. Wednesdays, September 12 to October 31 (Halloween will be on Tues, Oct 30)Thursdays, September 13 to November 1Friday, September 14 to November 2Saturdays, September 15 to November 3Adult Swim LessonsTuesdays - September 18 to November 6These lessons are from 7:00-8:00 pm and the fee is $75 for 8 weeks or $10 Pay as you Go. 6—Week Mini Swim Lesson SessionWednesday  November 7—December 12Thursday  November 8—December 13Friday  November 9—December 14Saturday  November 10—December 15We are pleased to offer the Red Cross Swim Program at the Fisheries Pool. The Canadian Red Cross has been a leader in Swimming and Water Safety for over 60 years and continues to renew and refine their Learn to Swim program to meet the growing needs of Canadians.Red Cross Swim Kids Pre-school, 1 & 2              $65.00/half hour sessionLevel 3 and up                 $80.00/hour sessionDiscounts misogynist for spare family members.Private Lessons limited spaces please undeniability for details.     FALL POOL SCHEDULE AND FEESupdated: August 23, 2018   SUN MON TUES WED THUR FRI SAT       Aquafit 9:30-10:30   Aquafit * 9:30-10:30 Aqua/Arth 9:30-10:30     Arthritis 11-12:00 Splash N Play 10:30-11 Arthritis* 11-12:00     Swim Lessons 9:30-12   Adult Lane 12-1   Adult Lane 12-1   Adult Lane 12-1UnshutSwim 12-1 Family Swim 2-3:30   Adult Lane 2:30-3:30   Adult Lane 2:30-3:30       Swim Team 4-6:30 Swim Team 4-6:00 Swim Team 4-5:30 Swim Team 4-5:30     Family Swim 6-7   Family Swim 6-7 Swim Lessons 5:30-7 Swim Lessons 5:30-7 Swim Lessons 5:30-7   Masters 7-8 Aqua  Turbo 7-8 Adult Swim & Lessons 7-8 Aquafit 7:15-8:15 Masters 7:30-8:30 UnshutSwim 7:30-9UnshutSwim 7:30-9     Masters 8-9          DROP IN FEES                    Parent & Tot   $4.25 Senior / Student   $3.75 Adult   $6.50 Aquafit/Arthritis (Senior)                              $6.25 Aquafit   $7.25 Family   $13.50           Programs GET ACTIVE—GRADE 5Calling all Grade 5 students attending McCulloch Education Centre, whence in October you will have FREE ticket to the pool for the SaturdayUnshutSwim 7:30-9:00pm.STAY ACTIVE—GRADE 6 Students peekaboo Grade 6 at McCulloch Education Centre, whence in October, you are invited to swim FREE the 3rd Saturday of the month. The 100km Club & 50kmRencontreChallenge yourself!  Adult lane swimmers can track their lengths and wilt a member of the “100 km Club”.  Fun prizes to be awarded withal the way. For youth try the “50km track your distance, rencontre your buddy!Adult Swim Lessons Whether you are scared stiff or wish to modernize your strokes, this swim instruction session is designed to meet the individual needs of each participant. The program runs for 8 weeks. The fee is $10 pay as you go or $75. Splash N’ Play Swim (Parent and Tot)A fun time for Moms, Dads and Caregivers.  Tuesdays 10:30-11:00 am except during the summer.Aqua Turbo with Darlene  A high-intensity class! It focuses on towers cardiovascular strength and endurance through challenging routines of intervals and higher intensity options. You will alimony your heart rate and pace up throughout the matriculation and learn to train in both aerobic and anaerobic zones. Provides a definite rencontre for veterans and voracious participants. Every Monday except during the summer, 7:00-8:00 pm.  Aquafit and Arthritis Fitness Classes Fun, Fitness and Friendship.  Come and join us in the water.  Work at your own pace. Structured to fit your fitness needs.  Bring a friend, or come and meet a new one.  Have fun and get fit. Trammelsour pool schedule.  We’d love to see you. Moreovermisogynist Youth Aquafit (14 yrs+).Arthritis FitnessMatriculationwith Aqua YogaAqua Yoga is a gentle and very low impact aquatic activity. With the release of gravity, the soul is worldly-wise to find the optimum stretch. By using the rhythm of the vapor an inner sense of relaxation can be achieved. Aqua Yoga strengthens and tones the soul whilst relieving tensions and renewing energy. Arthritis/Yoga classes are held on Monday and Wednesday from 11:00 am—12:00 pm except during the summer.  RentalsBirthday Parties & Pool Rentals: requite us a undeniability for details.....we will squint without everything....all you need to do is show up and have some fun!! Pool Rentals will be misogynist in the late afternoon or early evening hours. Contact the ‘pool’ for details.  Courses (keep watch for upcoming undertow dates)Standard First Aid & Emergency First AidNext Course: September 18 & 19Minimum of 6 participants required to run this course.Pre-registration required.  Register by calling Pictou Recreation Aquatics at 902-485-5301 or aquatics@townofpictou.comFirst Aid CoursesDoes your merchantry need a First Aid Course? We can come to you or you can come to us. Emergency or Standard First Aid, all levels of CPR and AED training.Undeniabilityus to set up a time.Red Cross Babysitters Course offers vital first aid and caregiving skills for youth 11-15 years old. Participants learn how to provide superintendency to younger children in a variety of age groups, and how to prevent and respond to emergencies. Pre-registration is required, undertow fee $40. NEXT COURSE:  October 4 & 26. Call the pool to register.Bronze Cross Course  -  Participants must be at least 14 years of age and hold Bronze Medallion:  100% ubiety is required.  Preregistration is required. NEXT COURSE: TBA.Bronze Star:Participants develop problem-solving and decision-making skills individually and in partners. Candidates learn CPR and develop lifesaving skills needed to be their own lifeguard. Participants must be at least 11 years of age. NEXT COURSE: TBABronze Medallion:  A Lifesaving Society undertow that teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles typified in the 4 components of water rescue - judgement, knowledge, skill and fitness.  Rescuers learn tows and carries, defence methods and releases in preparation for challenging rescues involving both conscious and unconscious victims.  Prerequisite:  Minimum 13 years of age or Bronze Star certification. Pre-registration is required. NEXT COURSE: TBATrainingUndertowRed Cross Water Safety InstructorUndertowWSIPlease note there is moreover an online portion to this course.Participants should be 15 years of age surpassing the end of the undertow and hold a Bronze Cross certificationNEXT COURSE: TBANational Lifeguard Service (includes Standard First-Aid, CPR “C”, AED)Must have Br. Cross (need not be current). Must be 16 by exam. This is an intense 56 hour undertow that will prepare you for the job of lifeguard.  NEXT COURSE: TBAHIGH SCHOOL CREDITS:Notice to Grade 10, 11 and 12 students.Whencein the 2013-14 school year, the Department of Education had widow Leadership Training through the Nova Scotia Lifesaving Society as an elective for earning 1 credit. The Leadership Training consists of 110 hours of leadership undertow in Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, National Lifeguard, Learn to Swim Instructor and Lifesaving Instructor. Contact your Guidance Councillor or Pictou Aquatics for remoter information.For remoter information or to register for any of the programs above, please undeniability the Pool at 485-5301 or email aquatics@townonfpictou.comSwim Clubs at the PoolPictou County Mariners Swim ClubFor youth month 7 years and upMonday to Friday 4:00 - 5:30 pmContact Dawn Burke at 902-921-1110; Adeline Hewey at 902-331-0265Ancient Mariners Masters Swim ClubSwim for fitness or train for competitionSundays 7:00 - 8:00 pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:00 - 9:00 pmPictou Aquatics at 902-485-5301MembershipMembership includes:All public swims (family & open) and lane swims,10% unbelieve on Pro Shop merchandise,25% unbelieve on Instructional Programs, andaccess to new gym, PLUS True Potential Fitness Gym during designated times.Membership Type 3 Month     Yearly Student/Senior  $78 $245 Adult     $155 $500 Family  $230 $740 Aquafit  $220 $700 Sr. Aquafit/Arthritis $150 $475  Bundle it and SAVE..........15% unbelieve if you purchase both an aquafit and swim membership.Pro ShopThe Pro Shop at the pool carries swim goggles and swim caps for the pool or beach, we have it here; waif by and trammels it out.   PolityProfile Population: 3,186 (2016 census) Founded: 1767  Incorporated: 1873 Area: 7.94 sq. km Time Zone: Atlantic Industry: Light Manufacturing, Tourism, Agriculture, Fisheries, Shipping Centrally located on the Northumberland Shore, is an platonic location to start a small or medium size business, raise a family and enjoy a quality of life second to none. 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