The Municipality of Central Elgin is excited partner with the YMCA of Southwestern Ontario to offer Central Elgin residents access to indoor swimming at the Family YMCA St. Thomas-Elgin branch (20 High St, St Thomas, ON N5R 5V) at a reduced resident rate.

This program provides affordable, year-round water safety programs, helps residents build swimming skills, and promotes health and wellness through family-friendly exercise opportunities.

To see the YMCA's Aquatic Schedule, please visit: Family YMCA of St.Thomas-Elgin | YMCA of Southwestern Ontario.

Swim Pass Pricing
CategoryCost
15 years and under $4.00
16 years and over $5.00
10 Swim Passes (passes do not expire) $35.00

 

Frequently Asked Questions 

 Who can attend the Family YMCA of St. Thomas-Elgin pool?

Any resident of Central Elgin with a city swim pass!

Please note the age restrictions below:

According to the YMCA swim admission policy, anyone 12 and younger must either:

  • Pass the facility swim test and wear a Y swim wristband OR remain in shallow water and WITHIN ARM’S REACH at all times of a guardian who is 13 or older.
  • The ratio of guardians to swimmers who have not passed the swim test is 1:4 (all wearing PFDs) or 1:2 (not in PFDs).

Can I use the city swim pass at another YMCA of Southwestern Ontario
location?
No. The St. Thomas YMCA swim pass is only for the Family YMCA of St.Thomas-Elgin pool.
Can I use the Y fitness center with my swim pass?

No. This special promotion aims to provide indoor swimming opportunities to residents of Central Elgin, which does not have a public indoor pool.

Is the St. Thomas pool accessible?

The Y is for everyone! We have a chair lift for those who are unable to use the stairs going into the pool and require assistance. Users should be able to get in and out of the chair lift without assistance.

What programs and classes are included with a swim pass?

If you have the swim pass, you can join the St. Thomas Y’s open swim times, lane swims, aquafit classes, as well as Parent and Tot Drop-In Classes. Please visit ymcaswo.ca for the schedule of day and time listings.

When can we use the swim passes?

Central Elgin residents can use the swim passes to attend the YMCA of St.Thomas-Elgin pool anytime.

What should I bring?
  • A lock for changeroom lockers
  • Photo ID
  • Towel
  • Indoor sandals or water shoes (no outside shoes allowed in the pool area)

Do I need to purchase a Y membership to register for the City/Y partnership programs?

No, any Central Elgin resident can purchase a swim pass without having a YMCA membership.

How do I register for passes and drop-in classes? How do I pay?
Swim passes and registration for city partnership programming can be done by visiting the YMCA at 20 High St., St. Thomas. Don’t forget to bring proof of Central Elgin residency. Payments can be made with cash, debit or credit.
Are there financial subsidies for aquatics programming?
No, rates are fixed.