Swimming in Vaughan
Vaughan has ten indoor pools at its community centres and the Woodbridge Pool, plus the Thornhill Outdoor Pool in summer. Below: 11 places in Vaughan, how to get drop-in times, and what it costs.
- 11 places
- 1 outdoor pool
- Checked October 9, 2026
- New to it? Read the guide
Places for swimming in Vaughan
How to get drop-in times
Drop-in swims (rec, length, parent and tot, and therapy swims) can be booked and paid up to 7 days ahead for residents and 4 days for non-residents. A few walk-in spots open one hour before the start.
- Open the City's swimming page and choose a pool and swim type.
- Book and pay with a City of Vaughan online recreation account, or try a walk-in spot an hour before.
- Join the waitlist if the swim is full; you get an email if a spot opens.
What it costs
Getting started
Public pools run lane swims for fitness, leisure swims for fun, and family swims for parents and young children. Most swims cost a few dollars, and passes cost less per visit.
- Length swims are for ages 7 and up who pass the facility swim test.
- Children 6 and under need a parent or guardian (16+) in the water within arm's reach.
Questions
Where are the public pools in Vaughan?
Al Palladini, Carrville, Chancellor, Dufferin Clark, Father E. Bulfon, Garnet A. Williams, Maple, North Thornhill and Vellore Village community centres, Woodbridge Pool, and the Thornhill Outdoor Pool in summer.
How much is a public swim in Vaughan?
For residents, $7 for adults, $3.75 for youth, $3.50 for children 4 to 12 and $4.50 for adults 65+; children under 4 are free.
How far ahead can I book a swim?
Up to 7 days ahead for residents and 4 days for non-residents. Some walk-in spots open one hour before.
What is the length swim age limit?
Swimmers must be 7 or older and pass the facility swim test.
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Sources: City of Vaughan: Swimming, City of Vaughan: Pool Guidelines and Safety Standards, City of Vaughan. Checked October 9, 2026.
Confirm with the city before you go: times can change at short notice.