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Preschool 1: Swim for Life®

swimming lessons
Thursday, May 7, 2026 • 6:30 PM - 7:00 PMShouldice Aquatic Centre
Preschool 1: Swim for Life®

About this event

This swim lesson will introduce your preschooler to being safe in and around water. They will learn: how to enter and exit shallow water put their face in the water blow bubbles how to float on their front and back Prerequisite: None Please bring: Swimsuit, towel, swim diaper and plastic pants if not toilet trained. Forms/waivers: None

Time

6:30 PM

Thursday • 30 mins

Venue

Shouldice Aquatic Centre

2000 SOUTHLAND DR SW

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