The Bishop Strachan School Pool General Swim Preparation
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Facility Requirements
The Bishop Strachan School requires the following to attend lessons at this location. You will receive a separate email with more details soon after you register.
- Liability Waiver: All participants must sign a liability waiver before the start of lessons. We require 1 signed waiver per participant each swim set.
- All visitors are required to sign in/out at the front desk each visit.
- Swim caps are required in the pool.
- All visitors are required to comply with applicable Public Health Ontario and School policies.
- There is no phone service or wifi in the pool area. If you need to use your phone, please do so outside as we are only permitted to be in designated areas (pool, parent viewing deck, changeroom and visitor washroom).
Please leave non-participating siblings and other family members at home; only bring the child/children who will be participating in the Pedalheads swim lessons. Only one spectator will be permitted per participant.
Swim Caps/Goggles
Swim caps/goggles can be purchased by calling our Customer Care team at 1.888.886.6464. When you purchase a swim cap/goggle online or over the phone, it will be ready for pick up on-site on the day of your first lesson. Alternatively, swim caps/goggles can be purchasd at the pool but only if stock is available, therefore we recommend bringing your own or purchasing one of ours in advance.
Changeroom Access
Changeroom, showers, and washrooms are open for use. We encourage swimmers to use the wrap-and-go method (change in your vehicle and shower at home) if possible. The use of the change areas will be at the families discretion as our changerooms are high-contact areas.
Please note: All families will use the Womens Changeroom for showering and changing.There will be separated and curtained areas for boys and girls to change.
General Changeroom Information
- Changing areas for boys and girls are located immediately to the right when you enter the changeroom.
- Only one parent per kid is allowed in the changeroom as space is limited.
- There are 3 individual shower stalls available.
- 2 individual changing stalls.
- 1 bathroom stall for participants to use. *Parents please use washrooms located near the front desk on the main floor.
- All participants will have to shower before entering the pool. There is an automatic misting shower area located next to the pool door.
Drop-off and Pick-up
Please note: The pool and changeroom area are only accessible by stairs.
Drop Off Rules
- Please have the swimmer dressed and ready for the pool before arriving.
- Enter through the main doors of the school off Lonsdale Rd. Once you enter the building you will need to sign in at the front desk.
- Follow signage and direction from staff to the pool.
- Parents/caregivers can assist kids in the changeroom to get ready, please have the swimmer go through the automatic misting showers before entering the pool.
- Parents/Caregivers are not permitted on deck. Once your child enters the pool, please exit the changeroom where you entered and follow the hallway on the right to access separate pool entrance to viewing deck.
- *For the first lesson, please arrive 5-10 minutes early to allow time for check in with Pedalheads staff. After that, please do not arrive more than 5 minutes before class starts as there are capacity restrictions in the pool area.
Pick up Rules
- At the end of the lesson, please meet your child at the viewing deck, walk through the hallway to the changing room.
- Sign out at the front desk before exiting the building.
Parking
- Pick up and drop off is available in the roundabout off Lonsdale Rd and street parking is free.
- Please give yourself extra time before the first lesson to locate our facility and find parking.
Please see the map below for the best places to park.
For directions, please click Here.What to Bring
- Indoor footwear. All swimmers and parents/caregivers must either be barefoot or wear indoor footwear. No outdoor footwear allowed on the pool deck or viewing deck.
- A bathing suit and a towel.
- Swim Cap (required).
- Swim diaper (if needed).
- Goggles (optional).
Pool Rules
Swimmers
- Use the washroom before entering the pool. Remind your child to take a bathroom break if required.
- All children who are not fully potty trained must wear swim diapers..
- Shower before entering the pool.
- Swim caps required in the pool.
- No swimmers are allowed in the pool or on the pool deck alone.
- No food or beverages are permitted in or around the pool and deck. *Only plastic water bottles allowed.
- Wear indoor shoes or go barefoot on the deck.
- No glass allowed in the pool or deck area.
- Do not go swimming if you are feeling unwell, especially if you have an upset stomach, or if you have an open wound or a wound with stiches.
- The use of photographic devices (cameras or phones) is not permitted in the changeroom, pool, deck or viewing areas.
Parents/Guardians - Viewing Area
Parents/guardians are required to remain in the designated viewing area. To ensure continued access to the viewing area, it is essential that everyone follows all posted rules:
- Food, and drink are not allowed in the viewing area. *Only plastic water bottles allowed.
- No glass allowed in the viewing area.
- The use of photographic devices (cameras or phones) is not permitted
- Remove your shoes in the viewing area.
- Please be advised that not following the rules may lead to permanent removal from the viewing area.
General Information
- All visitors are expected to self screen at home for illness symptoms before entering the school, anyone with symptoms should stay home.
- If you need to make any changes to your registration, please use our Self-Serve Features or Contact Us for additional assistance.