Volunteer pool has:
- 25-metre salt water pool
- Diving board
- Accessible family change room
- Whirlpool
- Sauna
- Accessible lift
- Stair entry in to pool
- 2 meeting rooms
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Registration for Spring 2026 swimming lessons begins Wednesday, March 4th at 10:00am. To register for lessons online visit Perfectmind or call (807)345-5143.
Welcome to your community pool!
Volunteer Pool, located at 180 Martha St, offers swimming, fitness classes, lessons, birthday parties and group rentals. Come for a swim and check out our facilities.
Learn more about what our facility has to offer and swimming:
Volunteer pool has:
Recreational Summer Swim Schedule
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Children 6 & Under
Children 7-9
Children unable to pass the facility swim test, must be accompanied by a guardian (12+) who is in the pool within arm’s reach and in proper swimming attire. Maximum of 4 children to 1 guardian. The ratio may be increased to 8 children to 1 guardian if all non-swimmers are wearing lifejackets
Children 10 & Older
Faculty Swim Test
Parents and guardians are responsible for the children in their care while in the facility and must directly supervise the children at all times.
LENGTHS
PUBLIC SWIM
FAMILY SWIM
Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a guardian, 18+ who is in the pool in proper swim attire.
AQUABICS
Private RENTAL
SWIMMING LESSONS
Rate Information (Effective April 1, 2026 - March 31, 2027)
Swimming Rates (includes HST)
| Age | Single Visit | Swipe Pass - 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Children (0-2) | No charge | No charge |
| Child (3-14 yrs) | $4.20 | $35.26 |
| Student (15+ in school full time) | $5.30 | $42.31 |
| Adult (18+) | $8.50 | $70.39 |
| Senior (60+) | $6.38 | $56.30 |
| Family (up to 5 people) | $13.30 | Book of 5 - $59.88 |
| Aquabics | $8.50 |
Book of 10 - $78.03 Book of 15 - $114.98 |
| Accessibility (HST Exempt) | $5.85 |
$49.82 |
Locker Rates (includes HST)
| Rental length | Fee |
|---|---|
| 3 Month | $30.08 |
| 6 Month | $60.16 |
| 12 Month |
$120.32 |
Membership rates (includes HST)
| Membership type | 1 Month | 3 months | 6 months | 12 months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student (15+) | $45.72 | $120.35 | $196.16 | $300.86 |
| Adult (18+) | $75.81 | $200.97 | $326.13 | $501.83 |
| Senior (60+) | $60.17 | $161.25 | $261.14 | $400.74 |
|
Family (Max 2 adults and immediate family) |
$128.77 | $340.56 | $553.58 |
$852.02 |
|
Accessibility (HST Exempt) |
$53.25 | $142.70 | $231.10 |
$354.64 |
Winter swimming lessons will start the week of January 11, 2026 and run for 10 weeks, except Mondays which will be a 9 week session. There will be no lessons on Monday February 16th (Family Day) or the week of March 15th to 21st (March Break). Registration for winter programming begins Wednesday, December 10th at 10:00am. You may register online or call the pool at 807-345-5143.
Lifesaving Programs (Bronze Medallion & Bronze Cross)
100% attendance is mandatory for the courses listed below (continuous evaluation). All programs are subject to cancellation based on registration. Cancellations, if necessary will take place the week prior to the start date. If cancelled you will be contacted.
Please view course dates and availability on Perfectmind.
Please call (807)345-5143 for private pool rental and birthday party inquiries.
Book your next Birthday with us!!
Volunteer Pool offers private and public birthday parties.
Both parties include, 1 hour in the pool with lifeguard supervision, use of the hot tub/sauna followed by 1 hour in our private birthday party room, 2 large pizzas from Golden Bakery, 12 pop or juice and 12 child admissions.
Community group contact information
Phone: (807)630-0435
Phone/text (807)474-8886
Phone: (905)506-0940
Operational Protective Strategies Self Defence
Phone: (807)628-9669
Phone: (807)620-9632
Contact Us
City Hall:
500 Donald Street E, P.O. Box 800
Thunder Bay, ON P7C 5K4
City Hall: (807) 625-2230
TTY: (807) 622-2225
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