Lane Swim in Toronto
Lane swim is one of the best deals in the city. The City of Toronto runs lane swim sessions at every indoor pool, usually multiple times a day, for a few dollars. Most pools have at least three lanes designated by speed (slow, medium, fast) so you don't get stuck behind someone two minutes per length slower than you. Etobicoke Olympium and Regent Park have the warmest water; Birchmount and Centennial are colder and faster.
Cost
$3–$5 drop-in. Free at the 24 free centres. Buy a 10-pack for a discount.
Where to find lane swim in Toronto
Available at 86 City of Toronto centres.
- York Recreation Centre — 115 Black Creek Dr
- Ethennonnhawahstihnen' Community Recreation Centre and Library — 100 Ethennonnhawahstihnen' Ln.
- North Toronto Memorial Community Centre — 200 Eglinton Ave W
- Wellesley Community Centre — 495 Sherbourne St
- Gus Ryder Pool and Health Club — 1 Faustina Dr
- Trinity Community Recreation Centre — 155 Crawford St
- Cummer Park Community Centre — 6000 Leslie St.
- Etobicoke Olympium — 590 Rathburn Rd
- Memorial Pool and Health Club — 44 Montgomery Rd
- Wallace Emerson Community Recreation Centre — 1260 Dufferin St
- East York Community Recreation Centre — 1081 1/2 Pape Ave
- John Innes Community Recreation Centre — 150 Sherbourne St
- Mary McCormick Recreation Centre — 66 Sheridan Ave
- Birchmount Community Centre — 93 Birchmount Rd
- Main Square Community Recreation Centre — 245 Main St
Common questions
Do I need a swim cap?
Not required at City pools, but appreciated if you have long hair.
How are lanes divided?
Slow, medium, and fast — pick honestly. Etiquette is to circle-swim (down one side, back the other) when there are 3+ swimmers in a lane.
Are there family swim or aquafit sessions instead?
Yes — see our aquafit page or browse the app for family swim, parent-and-tot, and adult-only swims.
Other activities
Pickleball Drop-in, Badminton Drop-in, Aquafit, Skating Drop-in, Weight Room & Fitness Centre, Leisure Swim, Water Play, Yoga, Basketball Drop-in, Table Tennis, Volleyball Drop-in, Pilates, Indoor Walking & Running Track, Strength & Conditioning, Zumba & Dance Fitness, Older Adult Programs (55+), Tai Chi, Youth Zone & Teen Programs
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