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MANLUK CENTRE: REGIONAL AQUATICS & FITNESS

SPRING 2026 REGISTRATION GUIDE

MONDAY 6AM-8PM

TUESDAY 6AM-8PM

WEDNESDAY 6AM-8PM

THURSDAY 6AM-8PM

FRIDAY 6AM-8PM SATURDAY 8AM-7PM SUNDAY 11AM-5PM

11AM-5PM

AQUATIC FEATURES

MOUSSA GROUP/CREDIT UNION LEISURE POOL

If you’re looking for a warmer pool with more features, our leisure pool is the one for you! It includes the Credit Union lazy river, water bucket features, and a zero entry tots play area!

WETASKIWIN CO-OP COMPETITION POOL

Our 6 lane, 25m competition pool sits at 28° C, which makes it the perfect pool for lane swimming, swim competitions, diving, and more!

DENHAM FORD HOT TUB

The Denham Ford Hot Tub is the perfect place to relax after any swim or workout. It features sloped entry, plenty of seating, and has many water jets.

WATERSLIDES

Looking to make a splash? Slide down our blue Russell & Sharalee Crawford open waterslide, or zip down the red Supreme International enclosed waterslide.

SIRRS LLP STEAM ROOM

Did you know steam rooms can help improve circulation by opening up your airways? The SIRRS LLP Steam Room is the perfect place to relax after any swim or workout.

AQUAFIT

A water-based fitness class is conducted in the shallow or deep end of a swimming pool. It combines aerobic and strength exercises, using the water’s resistance to create a low-impact workout.

The benefits include improved cardiovascular health, increased muscle tone, and enhanced flexibility, while being gentle on the joints and reducing the risk of injury.

FITNESS CENTRE

EQUIPMENT INCLUDED FREE WEIGHTS

ELLIPTICALS

SPIN BIKES

TREADMILLS

CABLE MACHINE

The Fitness Centre is unattended. Our front desk staff are happy to assist and answer any questions.

The minimum age to use the Fitness Centre is 14 years old.

Anyone under 16 years of age is required to be supervised by an adult 18 years or older.

MEMBERSHIPS

Here at the Manluk Aquatics and Fitness Centre, we provide plenty of membership options for everyone! Whether you’re looking to enjoy the pool, do a gym workout or a bit of both, memberships are a great choice for anyone looking to enjoy the facility. Best of all your membership provides you access to the whole facility all day long.

Children under the age of 8 must be actively supervised and remain within arm’s reach at all times of a caregiver who is at least 16 years old.

StatutoryHours: 11:00-5:00pm

Family Day - Monday, February 16

Victoria Day - Monday, May 2

Cultivating Community

COMMUNITY GARDEN PLOTS

Purchase a plot at one of our 2 community gardens. $50 deposit is required, with $30 returnedattheendoftheseason(aslongasplot isleftingoodcondition).

Foster friendships through community connection, and work alongside other Wetaskiwinitestohelpmakeourgreenspaces beautiful.

TOONIE SWIM! FAMILY DAY

COME SWIM, SPLASH AND SOAKFOR ONLY A TOONIE PER PERSON!

FEBRUARY 16

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

ANNUAL FACILITY SHUTDOWN

April 3 - May 3

Please note that the entire facility will be closed during this period. We will reopen and welcome guests back on May 4.

SPRING BREAK SPRING BREAK CAMP CAMP

March 30 - April 2

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Coop Place Rec Hall

Ages: 6 - 11 yrs

Cost: $33.52

*Register for the full week, or individual days.

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GROUP SWIMMING LESSONS

MONDAY/WEDNESDAY

March4-March30

TUESDAY/THURSDAY

March 3 - March 26

April 7 - April 30 @Siding 16

May 12 - June 4

Parent&Tot(Levels1-3):Agebasedprogression

$46.82/session(8-10classes)

30-minuteclasses

Preschool(Levels1-5):Skillbasedprogression

$46.82/session(8-10classes)

30-minuteclasses

Swimmer(Levels1-6):Skillbasedprogression

$57.22/session(8-10classes)

45-minuteclasses

SwimPatrol(Rookie,Ranger&Star):Skillbasedprogression

$67.63/session(8-10classes)

1hourclasses

Program Seasons

Winter: January - March

Spring: April - June

Summer: July - August

Fall: September - December

Swim Evaluations

Free 10–15 minute session

The Manluk Aquatic Centre offers a free 10–15 minute swim evaluation by a certified instructor, if you are unsure of what level to register your swimmer in.

You can schedule a swim evaluation by calling the (780) 361-4411 or emailing recreation@wetaskiwin.ca.

Parent&Tot

Parent&Tot1

4-11months

1.Enterandexitthewatersafelywithatot

2.Readinessforsubmersion

3.Holdtotonfront;makeeyecontact

4.Holdtotonback;supportheadandback

5.Frontfloat(faceout)-assisted

6.Backfloat-assisted

7.Wearingalfejacket:floating-assisted

8.Armmovement:splashing,reaching,andpaddlingonfrontandback

9.Legmovement:splashing,andkickingonfrontandback

10.WaterSmartmessages

March4-30 #7715 4:15-4:45pm Tuesday/Thursday

March3-26 #7736 9:45-10:15am Monday/Wednesday

Parent&Tot2

12-23months

1.Entryfromsittingposition-assisted

2.Exitwater-assisted

3.Blowbubbleson&inthewater

4.Facewetandinthewater

5.Attempttorecoverobjectfromthebelowthesurface

6.Wearingalifejacket:entryfromsittingposition&returntoedge-assisted

7.Frontfloat(facein)-assisted

8.Backfloat-assisted

9.Kickingonfrontandback-assisted

10.Surfacepasseswithcontinuouscontact

11.WaterSmartmessages

May12-June4 #7721 5:45-6:15pm Tuesday/Thursday

Parent&Tot3

24-36months

1.Jumpentry-assisted

2.Entryandsubmergefromsittingposition-assisted

3.Exitthewater-unassisted

4.Holdbreathunderwater-assisted

5.Attempttoopeneyesunderthewater

6.Attempttorecoverobjectfrombottom

7.Standingjumpentryandreturntoedge-assisted

8.Wearingalifejacket:jumpentryandfloat-assisted

9.Frontandback“starfish”floats-assisted

10.Frontandback“pencil”floats-assisted

11.Underwaterpasses

12.WaterSmartmessages

May12-June4 #7723 5:45-6:15pm Tuesday/Thursday

Preschool

Preschool1

1.Enterandexitshallowwater-assisted

2.Jumpintochestdeepwater-assisted

3.Faceinwater

4.Blowbubblesinthewater

3-5yearsold

5.Floatonfrontandback(3sec.each)-assisted

6.Wearingalifejacket:safemovementinshallowwater

7.Wearingalifejacket:glideonfrontandback(3meach)-assisted

8.WaterSmartmessages

May12-June4 #7725 6:15-6:45pm Tuesday/Thursday

April7-30 #7709 4:00-4:30pm Tuesday/Thursday

Preschool2

1.Wearingalifejacket:enterandexitshallowwater

2.Jumpintochest-deepwater

3.Submerge

4.Submergeandexhale(3times)

5.Wearingalifejacketorwithabuoyantaid:floatonfrontandback(3sec.each)

6.Wearingalifejacket:rolllaterallyfront-to-backandback-to-front

7.Wearingalifejacketorwithabuoyantaid:glideonfrontandback(3meach)

8.Flutterkickonbackwithbuoyantaid(5m)

9.WaterSmartmessages

March3-26 #7733 5:45-6:15pm

March4-30

Tuesday/Thursday

Monday/Wednesday #7719 11:15-11:45am

Tuesday/Thursday

May12-June4 #7727 4:15-4:45pm

April7-30 #7711 5:15-5:45pm Tuesday/Thursday

Preschool3

1.Wearingalifejacket:jumpintodeepwater,returnandexit

2.Wearingalifejacket:sidewaysentry

3.Holdbreathunderwater(3sec.)

4.Submergeandexhale(5times)

5.Recoveranobjectfromthebottominwaist-deepwater

6.Backfloat;rolltofront;swim3m

7.Floatonfrontandback5sec.

8.Rolllaterallyfront-to-backandback-to-front

9.Glideonfrontandback(3meach)

10.Flutterkickonback(5m)

11.Flutterkickonfront(3m)

12.WaterSmartmessages

March4-30 #7720 11:45am-12:15pm Monday/Wednesday

May12-June4 #7728 4:45-5:15pm Tuesday/Thursday

April7-30 #7713 6:30-7:00pm Tuesday/Thursday

5.Recoveranobjectfromthebottominchest-deepwater

6.Wearingalifejacket:sidewaysentryintodeepwater;tread(15sec.);swim/kick5m

7.Frontfloat;rolltoback;swim5m

8.Glideonside(3m)

9.Flutterkickonfrontandback(7meach),&side(5m)

10.Wearingalifejacket:frontcrawl(5m)

11.WaterSmartmessages

March3-26 #7724 4:45-5:15pm Tuesday/Thursday

Preschool5

1.Wearingalifejacket:forwardrollentry

2.Treadwater(10sec.)

3.Submergeandholdbreath

4.Recoverobjectfrombottominchest-deepwater

5.Wearinglifejacket:sidewaysentryintodeep-water;tread20sec.,swim/kick10m

6.Wearingalifejacketorwithabuoyantaid:whip-kickinverticalposition(20sec.)

7.Frontcrawl5m

8.Backcraw;5m

9.Intervaltraining:4x5mflutterkickonbackwith30sec.rests

10.WaterSmartmessages

March3-26 #7726 4:45-5:15pm Tuesday/Thursday

6+yearsold

Tuesday/Thursday

Swimmer2

1.Jumpintodeepwater,returnandexit

2.Wearingalifejacket:sidewaysentry

3.Treadwater(15sec.)

4.Recoveranobjectfromthebottominchest-deepwater

5.Wearingalifejacket:jumpintochest-deepwater;tread30sec..; swim/kick15m

6.Flutterkickonfront,back,andside(10m)

7.Whipkickinverticalposition(30sec.)withanaid

8.Frontcrawlandbackcrawl(10meach)

9.Intervaltraining:4x5mflutterkickwith20sec.rest

10.WaterSmartmessages

March3-26 #7731 6:15-7:00pm

March4-30

Tuesday/Thursday

Monday/Wednesday #7714 9:00-9:45am

Tuesday/Thursday

May12-June4 #7717 4:00-4:45pm

April7-30 #7712 5:45-6:30pm

Tuesday/Thursday

Swimmer3

1.Kneelingdiveintodeepwater

2.Forwardrollentryintodeepwater

3.Treadwater(30sec.)

4.Handstandinshallowwater

5.Frontsomersaultinwater

6.Jumpintodeepwater;tread30sec.;swim/kick25m

7.Flutterkickonback(5m);reversedirection,andflutterkickonfront(5m)

8.Flutterkickonfront(5m);reversedirection,andflutterkickonback(5m)

9.Whipkickonback(10m)

10.Frontcrawlandbackcrawl(15meach)

11.Intervaltraining:4x15mflutterkickwith20sec.rests

12.WaterSmartmessages

March3-26 #7735 4:45-5:30pm Tuesday/Thursday

Swimmer4

1.Standingdiveintodeepwater

2.Treadwater(1min.)

3.Swimunderwater(5m)

4.CanadianSwimtoSurvivestandard:rollentryintodeepwater;tread 1min.;swim50m

5.Whipkickonfront(15m)

6.Breaststrokearmsdrill(15m)

7.Frontcrawlandbackcrawl(25meach)

8.Intervaltraining:4x25mfrontorbackcrawlwith20sec.rest

9.Sprintfrontcrawl(25m)

10.Watersmartmessages

May12-June4 #7729 5:30-6:15pm Tuesday/Thursday

Swimmer5

1.Shallowdiveintodeepwater

2.Tuckjump(cannonball)intodeepwater

3.Jumpentryintodeepwaterandtread2mins

4.Stationaryeggbeaterkick(30sec.)

5.Backsomersaultinwater

6.Rollentryintodeepwater;tread90sec;swim75m

7.Breaststroke(25m)

8.Frontcrawlandbackcrawl(50m)

9.Head-upfrontcrawl(10m)

10.Intervaltraining:4x50mfrontorbackcrawlwith30secrest

11.Intervaltraining:4x15mbreaststrokewith30secrests

12.Sprintfrontcrawlandbackcrawl

13.WaterSmartmessages

March3-26 #7732 5:30-6:15pm Tuesday/Thursday

Swimmer6

1.Strideentryintodeepwater

2.Compactjumpintodeepwater

3.Legs-onlysurfacesupport(45sec.)

4.Swimunderwater(10m)torecoverobject

5.Eggbeaterkickonback(15m)

6.Scissorkick(15m)

7.Breaststroke(50m)

8.Frontcrawlandbackcrawl(100meach)

9.Head-upswim(25m)

10.Intervaltraining:4x25mbreaststrokewith30sec rests

11.Sprintbreaststroke(25m)

12.Workout(300m)

13.WaterSmartmessages

March3-26 #7734 5:30-6:15pm Tuesday/Thursday

RookiePatrol SwimPatrols

WaterProficiency

1.Slip-inentryandstrideentry

2.Forwardorbackwardroll(inwater)

3.Swimhead-up(25m)

4.Readypositionwithastationaryscull(30sec.)

5.Foot-firstandhead-firstsurfacedives

6.Swimunderwater(5m)

7.Anylifesavingkick(25m)

8.Wearingalifejacketandclothing;forwardrollintodeepwater, swim(25m)

9.Workout(350m)

10.Timedswim(100min3min)

FirstAid

1.Primaryassessment-hazards,ABC’s(breathingandunconscious victim)

2.Rescuebreathing(onamanikin)

3.KnowwhenandhowtocallEMS

Recognition&Rescue

1.Lookattheaquaticfacility-turnanddescribewhatwasseen

2.Simulate-weakandnon-swimmer

3.Recognize-weakandnon-swimmer

4.Throwabuoyantaidwithlinetohitatarget(repeatfor30sec)

March3-26 #7737 6:15-7:15pm Tuesday/Thursday

RangerPatrol

WaterProficiency

1.Diveentryandcompactjumpfromaheight(max1m)intodeepwater

2.Forwardandbackwardroll(continuouslyinwater)

3.Strideentry,swimhead-up(25m),readyposition

4.Stationaryeggbeaterkick(30sec)

5.Supporta5lbsobjectindeepwater(2min)

6.Carrya5lbsobjectwithlifesavingkick

7.Swimunderwater(10m)

8.Swimheadup,surfacedive,swimunderwater(2-3m),recoverobject,surface,and returntostartingpoint

9.Removalofanunconsciousvictim(assisted)

10.IndividualMedley(100m)

11.Timedswim(200min6min)

FirstAid

1.Primaryassessment-consciousandcooperativevictim

2.Rescuebreathingandmanagevictim’svomiting

3.Simulateandtreat-consciousvictimwithobstructedairway

4.Primaryassessmentandcare-shock

Recognition&Rescue

1.Simulate-weakandnon-swimmerandunconsciousvictim

2.Recognize-weaknon-swimmer,andunconsciousvictim

3.Recognizeandavoidvictimswhopresentadangertotherescuer

4.Locateanddescribeobjectsbelowthesurface

5.Approach(20m),non-contactrescueusingabuoyantaid;follow-upprocedures

March3-26 #7738 6:15-7:15pm Tuesday/Thursday

StarPatrol

WaterProficiency

1.Shallowanddeepdives

2.2differententrieswithaids

3.Entrywithanaid,swimhead-up(25m),readypositionandscull

4.Defensemethods(front,side,andrear)

5.Eggbeaterkick(travel,changedirection,andheights)

6.Carrya10lbsobjectwithlifesavingkick(25m)

7.Wearingclothing:roll-in,swim(5m),donalifejacket,assumerHELPposition(30sec.)

8.Supporta20lbsobjectindeepwater(2min.)

9.Removalofanunconsciousvictim-assistedbyanuntrainedbystander

10.Head-upswim,head-firstsurfacedive,swimunderwater(5-10m),surface;foot-first surfacedive,recoverobject,andreturntostartingpoint

11.Turnoverandsupportavictiminshallowwater

12.Workout600m

13.Timedswim(300min9min.)

FirstAid

1.Primaryassessment-injuryandsceneassessment

2.Primaryassessmentandcare-externalbleeding

3.Treatment-unconsciousobstructedairway

4.Rescuevictimtypes:non-breathing;unconscious;vomiting;andobstructedairway (consciousorunconscious)

Recognition&Rescue

1.Performandrecognizewhistlesignals

2.Rescueweakornon-swimmerwithatowingaid(approach(20m),towtosafety,followupprocedures)

May12-June4 #7730 6:15-7:15pm Tuesday/Thursday

AdvancedCourses

CPR-C(withAED)andBronzeMedallion

Prerequisites:BronzeStarorminimum13yearsofage

20-hourcourse

$208.08+gst

Facilitatedinwaterandclassroom.

CertifiedthroughtheLifesavingSocietyAB/NWTBranch

Certificationperiod:2yearsfromthedateof certification.

CPR-CcoversallaspectsofCPRskillsandtheoryfor adult,child,andinfantcasualties,includingtwo-rescuer CPRskills.CPR-C   includesanintroductiontothepurposeofanAEDand howtheyareused.

Wednesday,July2 #7270 8:30am-4:30pm

BronzeMedallionchallengesthecandidateboth mentallyandphysically.Judgment,knowledge,skill,and fitness–thefourcomponentsofwaterrescue–form thebasisofBronzeMedalliontraining.Candidates acquiretheassessmentandproblem-solvingskills neededtomakegooddecisionsin,on,andaroundthe water.BronzeMedallionisaprerequisiteforassistant lifeguardtraininginBronzeCross.

Friday-Sunday #7693

March6-8

Intermediate FirstAid

8-houronlinecomponent(approximate)

8-hourClassroomsession

16-hourtotalcoursetime(approximate)

$104.04+gst-Originalcourse

$83.23+gst-Recertification

Facilitatedinclassroom.

CertifiedthroughtheCanadianRedCross

Certificationperiod:3yearsfromthedateofcertification.

IntermediateFirstAid(IFA)providescomprehensivetrainingcoveringallaspectsoffirst aidandCPR.Thiscourseisforthosewhowantanin-depthunderstandingoffirstaidsuch as:medical/legalaspects,spinalinjuries,heatorcoldinjuries,boneandjointinjuries, abdominalandchestinjuries,burns,andmedicalemergencies.

CPR-CCoversallaspectsofCPRskillsandtheoryforadult,child,andinfantcasualties, includingtwo-rescuerCPRskills.CPR-C includesanintroductiontothepurposeofanAEDandhowtheyareused.

IMPORTANTNOTE:Theonlinecomponentmustbecompletedpriortothestartofthe classroomsession.YouwillreceiveanemailfromtheCanadianRedCrosswithalinkto completeyouronlinecomponent.Participantswhodonotcompletetheonlinecomponent willnotbeallowedtocompletetheclassroomsessionandwillnotbeeligibleforaCredit orRefund

Saturday,March21 #7695 8:30am-4:30pm

BronzeCross

Prerequisites:BronzeMedallion,currentworkplaceapproved IntermediateFirstAidandaminimum13yearsofage

20-hour course

$208.08 + gst

Facilitated in water and classroom.

Certified through the Lifesaving Society AB/NWT Branch

Certification period: 2 years from the date of certification.

Bronze Cross begins the transition from lifesaving to lifeguarding and prepares candidates for responsibilities as assistant lifeguards. Candidates strengthen and expand their lifesaving skills and begin to apply the principles and techniques of active surveillance in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication in preventing and responding to aquatic emergencies. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for advanced training in the Society’s National Lifeguard and leadership certification programs.

8:30am-4:30pm

Please bring proof of prerequisites to the course.

RedCrossStaySafeCourse

Prerequisites:Minimum9yearsofage

$22.35+gst

Offersbasicfirstaidandsafetyskillsforyouth9-13years old.Participantslearnaboutbeingsafewhentheyare withoutthedirectsupervisionofaparent,guardian,or trustedadult,bothathomeandintheircommunities.

1.Theimportanceofresponsibilityandrespectwhilebeing accountableforyourself

2.Theimportanceofsettingandfollowingsafetyrules whenonyourown

3.Howtostaysafeathomeandwithinthecommunity

4.Howtopreparefor,recognizeandrespondto unexpectedsituations(e.g.,inclementweather, strangers,andunanticipatedvisits)

5.Basicfirstaidskills

Thursday,April9 #7674 4:30-8:30pm

RedCrossBabysitterCourse

Prerequisites:Minimum11yearsofage

$44.70+gst

TheBabysittingcourseteachesyouthessentialskillstoprevent andrespondtoemergencies.Youwilllearnhowtorecognize andpreventunsafesituations,makesafechoicesand promotesafebehaviours.Moreover,youwillalsolearnhowto feed,diaper,dress,andplaywithchildrenandbabies.

1.Howtoberesponsibleanddemonstrateleadership

2.Howtomakegooddecisionsandmanagedifficult behaviours

3.Informationonchildren’sdevelopmentalstages,and specificstrategiesforeachstage

4.Howtofeed,diaper,dress,andplaywithchildren andbabies

5.Howtorecognizeandpreventunsafesituations, makesafechoicesandpromotesafebehaviours

6.Firstaidskills

7.Thebusinessofbabysitting

Saturday,May9 #7657 9am-5pm 9am-4pm

Saturday,June6 #7658 9am-4pm

TEEN SWIM

EveryFriday Ages12-17

FebruaryandMarch

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

FREQUENTLYASKED QUESTIONS

IS THE BUILDING WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE?

Yes, our whole facility is wheelchair accessible! We have an elevator to reach the upper level and automatic doors for our entrances.

WHEN IS PUBLIC SWIMMING AND LANE SWIM?

Our whole facility is open for public use from open to close. We always have at least one lane available for lane swimming. You can come anytime for a swim!

ARE THERE ROOMS TO RENT?

We have several rooms that can be booked for events such as birthday parties and meetings. Ask our staff for details!

HOW MANY CAN I HAVE IN A FAMILY PASS?

Our family pass includes 2 adults and their own children under 18. Don’t forget that children under 3 years old are free!

WHAT KINDS OF LOCKERS ARE THERE TO USE?

Our lockers are free and open to use. This means you can bring your own lock or rent/buy one from the front desk.

ARE WRISTBANDS REQUIRED?

Yes, all facility users are required to wear wristbands while enjoying the facility.

CAN I RENT OR BRING MY OWN LIFEJACKET?

We have lifejackets for rent for both adults and children. You are also free to bring your own lifejackets, as long as they are clean!

CAN I BRING MY CHILDREN INTO THE FITNESS CENTRE?

The minimum age to use the Fitness Centre is 14 years old. Anyone under 16 years of age is required to be supervised by an adult 18 years or older.

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