Aquatic Centre

Aquatic Fitness Classes

We have aquafit classes for all skill levels. 

Note: Schedules are subject to change.

Lock Rental

Rent a lock for the lockers and keep your belongings safe.

Pay $5.00 and get $4.00 refunded when the lock is returned.

Main pool

• Co-ed sauna
• Exercise area
• Handicap lift
• Lazy river
• Leisure pool
• One metre diving board
• Pool toys
• Tot slide
• Universal change rooms
• Water park
• Water slide
• Whirlpool

Fitness area

• Exercise bike
• Exercise mats
• Fitness ball
• Hand weights
• Recumbent bike
• Rowing machine and treadmill

Disability-friendly access

• Accessible change rooms and showers
• Accessible viewing areas
• Aquatic wheelchair
• Parking for the physically challenged is available behind the pool; call ahead if you require access into the pool facility via the back doors
• Pool entry lift and ramp

Pool Layout

Pool Rules and Safety

To ensure your enjoyment and safety, please observe the following: 

Admission Guidelines - General 

• All children under the age of 10 must be under the supervision of a caregiver who is 16 years + while participating in recreational swims and swim lessons and follow our wristband procedures 
• All bathers must take a cleansing shower prior to entering the pool 
• Infants & toddlers who are toilet training or persons with incontinence must wear a swim diaper and/or elastic swim pants under their bathing attire
• Street shoes are not permitted on the pool deck
• No open or glass containers are allowed in the change room or pool area
• Patrons who have flu-like symptoms/illness such as diarrhea or vomiting are not permitted to enter the pool 
• Patrons who have head colds, ear or nose discharge, ear infections, or have open sore(s) or bandages, or have related symptoms should not enter the pool 
• Diving is only permitted in designated areas
• Running, fighting, or engaging in other conduct likely to cause an injury is not permitted in the pool area
• The practice of hyperventilation and extended breath-holding is not permitted
• Any injury, pool contamination or fouling must be reported to staff immediately 
• Admission will be refused to anyone who appears to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs 
• Follow the Facility Code of Conduct 

Facility Swim Test

• To successfully pass the facility swim test individuals must demonstrate comfort in the water and be able to swim a minimum of 2 widths continuously in shallow water

Guidelines for use of PFD's

• PFD's are available for use
• Children wearing a red or orange wristband must remain within arm's reach of their caregiver while wearing a PFD
• To enter the deep end wearing a PFD the bather must demonstrate comfort in the use of the PFD by rolling from front to back and back to front in a relaxed manner

Serious Medical Conditions 

Those with serious medical conditions should be accompanied by an individual knowledgeable of their condition and responsible for their direct supervision. Your medical doctor should be consulted before swimming. 

Photographic Free Zone

• Cell phone and camera use is prohibited for the purpose of recording or photographing in all the changerooms
• Please see lifeguard for permission to photograph during public swim sessions 

Whirl Pool and Dry Sauna Guidelines

• Whirl pool is for use of persons age 7 or older unless closely supervised by an adult or caregiver
• Dry Sauna is for use of persons age 14 or older unless closely supervised by an adult or caregiver 
• Pregnant women, seniors and persons with cardiac, respiratory, or blood pressure conditions should consult their physician prior to use 
• Please shower before and after each use
• After exercise allow pulse to return to normal prior to entry 
• 8-10 mins recommended time - be sure to cool down completely after use 
• It is prohibited to pour water onto the sauna rocks - our sauna is a dry sauna 
• Cell phone and camera use is prohibited for the purpose of recording or photographing in the whirlpool 

Change Room Use Guidelines 

Scent Free Zone 

Help us keep the air we share healthy and fragrance-free

• The chemicals used in scented products can make some people sick, especially those with fragrance sensitivities, asthma, allergies, and other medical conditions

Photographic Free Zone

• Cell phone and camera use is prohibited for the purpose of recording or photographing without prior approval from aquatic staff and at no time permitted in changerooms or washrooms 

Universal change rooms are for all patrons

• Patron's using the universal changeroom must use privacy cubicles and not the common area for changing

Keep Our Pools Clean and Clear  

• A cleansing shower is required before entering the water
• Street shoes are not permitted on the pool deck 
• Finish eating and drinking before entering the changeroom 
• Use garbage bins provided 
• No open or glass containers are allowed in the changeroom or pool area 

Swimming Admission Policy

Caregiver: An individual, such as a parent, foster parent, teacher or babysitter, fully responsible for attending to the needs of a child or dependent adult 

Direct Supervision: Maintaining continual eye contact on deck and in water; able to alert lifeguards

Recreational Swim: Any period of time where a bathers' activities in the pool are not under the direct supervision of a coach or instructor. These times may include, but are not limited to events such as birthday parties, day camps, free swims, lane swims, open swims, public swims, rentals, teens swims, etc.

Swim Test: A measure of swimming competence determined by the facility owner/operator and supervised by aquatic personnel 

Within Arm's Reach: Able to render immediate assistance and make immediate physical contact 

Accompanied: Must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or designate (caregiver) who is at least 16 years of age and is responsible for their direct supervision. The caregiver must be always in bathing suit attire and within arm's reach of the child(ren), both in and out of the water 

Wading Pool Schedule

For more information contact Tamitik Jubilee Sports Complex at 250-632-8955, or call Riverlodge Recreation Centre at 250-632-8970.

• Chilko Wading Pool (Google Map or download map here)
• Heron Wading Pool (Google Map or download map here)

Program Registration

• Register by phoning us at 250-632-8955
• Register online
• Register in person at Sam Lindsay Aquatic Centre in downtown Kitimat

Private Rentals

If you are interested in a private rental, please email The Aquatic Coordinator or please fill out this form and return it to the Tamitik Jubilee Sports Complex’s reception. or Contact us at 250-632-8955 for information on availability and cost for a private pool rental.

Lifeguard Training

Junior Lifeguard Club

Free Lifeguard Program

Free Lifeguard Program (click for poster)

Registration is now CLOSED. Please reach out if you would like to be placed onto a waitlist.

Public Swim Lessons

Register for swim lessons

Private Swim Lessons 

Private swim lessons are available at the Sam Lindsay Aquatic Centre, and are available for all ages.

Private swim lessons are a great opportunity for anyone requiring one-on-one teaching, or to overcome difficult skills, and can assess a person’s swim level.

Private swim lessons do not replace certificate or badge-earning programs, including Swim for Life.

Private Swim Lessons are $48 per 30 minutes

Semi-Private Lessons are $27 per 30 minutes

If you are interested, Email The Aquatic Coordinator or please fill out this form and return it to the Tamitik Jubilee Sports Complex’s reception.