Centennial Recreation Centre West is located one block west of Keele St. on Eglinton Ave. West. It is a shared use facility with the TDSB and is attached to York Memorial C. I. Programming is offered mainly in the evenings and on Saturdays throughout the Fall, Winter and Spring. Summer programming includes camps and instructional swimming. The pool (25 yd 6 lanes) offers a broad spectrum of aquatic programs evenings and weekends, including lessons for all ages, aquafit, leisure swims and leadership courses. Please contact (416) 394-2475 for General & Sports Programs and Camps, (416) 394-2476 for Aquatic Programs.
2694 Eglinton Ave W M6M 1T9
Contact Us: 416 394-2476
Fully Accessible
Ward: 12
District: Etobicoke York
Near: Eglinton & Keele
TTC Information: Travel to Eglinton West Station. Board the 32D Eglinton West and travel to Bicknell. Arrive at 2694 Eglinton Ave West.
Centennial Recreation Centre West Pool (Etobicoke-York)has re-opened. Instructional programs that were transferred to George Harvey CI Pool have been moved back to Centennial. All Leisure Swims remain cancelled.
Camp Adventure Child - All Day StandardThese Adventure Camps have all in the ingredients of an Activity Camp and more. Campers are introduced to a variety of enhanced activities through workshops, special events and excursions. These camps have a $10 consumable fee.
Camp Adventure Early Child - All Day StandardThese Adventure Camps, for campers up to age 5, have all in the ingredients of an Activity Camp and more. Campers are introduced to a variety of enhanced activities through workshops, special events and excursions. These camps have a $10 consumable fee.
Camp Extended ChildThe Extended Care option provides supervised care before and/or after camp for children registered in City of Toronto, Parks, Forestry and Recreation camp sessions. Extended hours programs have a separate barcode for registration. Refer to the camp program charts for times, fees and locations.
Camp Specialty Child - All DayThe 'ultimate camp experience' for campers ages 6 - 12 who want to develop or fine-tune their skills in specialized areas of interest. Skilled and experienced instructors provide specialized instructional programs. All of these programs are complemented with a full line-up of traditional camp activities.
Camp Specialty Early Child - All DayThe "ultimate camp experience" for campers, up to 5 years of age, who want to develop or fine-tune their skills in specialized areas of interest. Skilled and experienced instructors provide specialized instructional programs. All of these programs are complemented with a full line-up of traditional camp activities.
Jun-22-2013 to Aug-10-2013, Sat, 11:15 - 11:45amRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Adult Swim 1Basic swimming skills and water safety. This is an introductory or beginner level. Prerequisite: A keen interest in developing skills and knowledge that promotes safe enjoyment of aquatic environments. Adult 1 develops or increases students' comfort in the water through basic floatation, movement and breathing skills and fosters the basic knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to prepare, stay safe and survive in and around water.
Adult Swim 2Swimming strokes and water safety. Prerequisite: Ability to swim 15 metres continuously on front or back and a willingness to increase comfort in deep water. Adult 2 develops one or more swimming strokes, working towards proficiency and increased endurance, and introduces or enhances water safety knowledge and skills relevant to the student.
Adult Swim 3Lifetime swimming fitness and safety. Prerequisite: Ability to swim 50 metres continuously in at least two of the following strokes: front crawl, back crawl, elementary back and confidence to swim in deep water. Adult 3 maintains or increases the students' fitness through stroke improvement in a distance swim setting;introduces other forms of aquatic fitness activities and introduces or enhances water safety knowledge and skills relevant to the student.
Aquafit - AdultAquafit is a fitness class taught in the water. Cardiovascular and muscular workout without impact. Water adds resistance to assist with muscle toning.
Jul-23-2013 to Aug-15-2013, Tue, Thur, 8 - 9pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Bronze Star & Basic 1st Aid (CPR-A)Bronze Star is an excellent preparation course for success in Bronze Medallion. Participants develop problem solving and decision making skills individually and with a partner. Learn one-rescuer adult CPR, obstructed airway response, rescue breathing skills and how to contact Emergency Medical Services. Candidates will develop Water Smart confidence and the lifesaving skills needed to be their own personal lifesaver. These are official training certification of the Lifesaving Society-Canada's lifeguarding experts.
Guardian Swim 1The Guardian Swim Program provides an introduction to the aquatic environment and basic skills. It is age appropriate and progressive. Learning is facilitated through the parent/ caregiver to ensure comfort, communication and extra safety. Parent or guardian must accompany child into the water. One child per parent/guardian
Jul-23-2013 to Aug-15-2013, Tue, Thur, 5:15 - 5:45pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Guardian Swim 2The Guardian Swim Program provides an introduction to the aquatic environment and basic skills. It is age appropriate and progressive. Learning is facilitated through the parent/ caregiver to ensure comfort, communication and extra safety. Parent or guardian must accompany child into the water. One child per parent/guardian
Jul-23-2013 to Aug-15-2013, Tue, Thur, 5:15 - 5:45pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Preschool Swim 1: PenguinSafety, facility and aquatic orientation. Introduction to entries, exits, submersions, breath control and basic floats with assistance. Floats, movement, basic kicks and swimming skills.
Jul-23-2013 to Aug-15-2013, Tue, Thur, 6:15 - 6:45pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Preschool Swim 2: StingrayDevelopment of entries and exits, breath holding, bobbing and floats. Introduction to front and back swim, treading skills and deep water orientations. Continuous swim 5 metres.
Jul-23-2013 to Aug-08-2013, Tue, Thur, 5:15 - 5:45pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Preschool Swim 3: OtterDevelopment of endurance, time requirements, entries, bobbing, rolls, sculling and treading skills. Introduction to front crawl, PFD/lifejacket/buoyant aids, clothed survival and use of aids. Continuous swim 15 metres.
Jul-23-2013 to Aug-15-2013, Tue, Thur, 4:45 - 5:15pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Preschool Swim 4: DolphinDevelopment of breath control, entries, deepwater techniques, survival skills and front crawl. Introduction to back crawl, combined stroke swims, deep water, descent and ascent, under water swim. HELP position and self-rescue. Continuous swim 25 metres.
Jul-23-2013 to Aug-15-2013, Tue, Thur, 7:30 - 8pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Rookie / Ranger / Star Patrol Combined(Course is combined - candidates may be registered in Rookie, Ranger or Star Patrol - please see individual descriptions.)
Jul-23-2013 to Aug-15-2013, Tue, Thur, 5:45 - 6:45pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Tiny Tots SwimChildren in tiny tots progress through the Learn to Swim skills at their own pace. Lessons are private (one participant per instructor) and 15 minutes in length. There are no prerequisites.
Jul-23-2013 to Aug-15-2013, Tue, Thur, 5 - 5:15pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Ultra Swim 1Safety, facility and aquatic orientation. Introduction to entries, exits, submersions, breath control and basic floats with assistance. Floats, movement, basic kicks and swimming skills.
Jul-23-2013 to Aug-15-2013, Tue, Thur, 6:15 - 6:45pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Ultra Swim 1: Small GroupSafety, facility and aquatic orientation. Introduction to entries, exits, submersions, breath control and basic floats with assistance. Floats, movement, basic kicks and swimming skills. Class size is limited to 4 participants.
Jun-22-2013 to Aug-10-2013, Sat, 1:15 - 1:45pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Ultra Swim 2Development of entries and exits, breath holding, bobbing and floats. Introduction to front and back swim, treading skills and deep water orientations. Continuous swim 5 metres.
Jul-23-2013 to Aug-15-2013, Tue, Thur, 7 - 7:30pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Ultra Swim 2: Small GroupDevelopment of entries and exits, breath holding, bobbing and floats. Introduction to front and back swim, treading skills and deep water orientations. Continuous swim 5 metres. Class size limited to 4 participants
Jun-22-2013 to Aug-10-2013, Sat, 11:45am - 12:15pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Ultra Swim 3Development of endurance, time requirements, entries, bobbing, rolls, sculling and treading skills. Introduction to front crawl, PFD/lifejacket/buoyant aids, clothed survival and use of aids. Continuous swim 15 metres.
Jul-23-2013 to Aug-15-2013, Tue, Thur, 7 - 7:30pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Ultra Swim 3: Small GroupDevelopment of endurance, time requirements, entries, bobbing, rolls, sculling and treading skills. Introduction to front crawl, PFD/lifejacket/buoyant aids, clothed survival and use of aids. Continuous swim 15 metres. Class size limited to 4 participants
Jun-22-2013 to Aug-10-2013, Sat, 1:15 - 1:45pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Ultra Swim 4Development of breath control, entries, deepwater techniques, survival skills and front crawl. Introduction to back crawl, combined stroke swims, deep water, descent and ascent, under water swim. HELP position and self-rescue. Continuous swim 25 metres.
Jul-23-2013 to Aug-15-2013, Tue, Thur, 7 - 7:30pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Ultra Swim 4: Small GroupDevelopment of breath control, entries, deepwater techniques, survival skills and front crawl. Introduction to back crawl, combined stroke swims, deep water, descent and ascent, under water swim. HELP position and self-rescue. Continuous swim 25 metres. Class size limited to 4 participants
Jun-22-2013 to Aug-10-2013, Sat, 11:45am - 12:15pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Ultra Swim 5Development of front and back crawl, treading skills, simple rescue techniques and deep water abilities. Introduction to surface dives, front dives, whip kick, primary assessment and basic lifesaving skills. Continuous swim 50 metres. Must be comfortable in deep water.
Jul-23-2013 to Aug-15-2013, Tue, Thur, 5:45 - 6:15pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Ultra Swim 5: Small GroupDevelopment of front and back crawl, treading skills, simple rescue techniques and deep water abilities. Introduction to surface dives, front dives, whip kick, primary assessment and basic lifesaving skills. Continuous swim 50 metres. Must be comfortable in deep water. Class size limited to 4 participants
Jun-22-2013 to Aug-10-2013, Sat, 12:45 - 1:15pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Ultra Swim 6Development of shallow dives, eggbeater, foot first surface dive, self rescue and basic lifesaving skills. Introduction to elementary back stroke and artificial respiration. Continous swim 100 metres.
Ultra Swim 6: Small GroupDevelopment of shallow dives, eggbeater, foot first surface dive, self rescue and basic lifesaving skills. Introduction to elementary back stroke and artificial respiration. Continous swim 100 metres. Class size limited to 4 participants
Jul-23-2013 to Aug-15-2013, Tue, Thur, 7:30 - 8pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Ultra Swim 7Development of entries, surface dives, elementary back stroke, kicks, lifesaving & treading skills. Introduction to breast stroke and deep dives. Continous swim 150 metres.
Ultra Swim 7: Small GroupDevelopment of entries, surface dives, elementary back stroke, kicks, lifesaving & treading skills. Introduction to breast stroke and deep dives. Continous swim 150 metres. Class size limited to 4 participants
Jul-23-2013 to Aug-15-2013, Tue, Thur, 7 - 8pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Ultra Swim 8: Small GroupDevelopment of deep dives, surface dives with underwater swim, all strokes and kicks. Continuous swim 200 metres. Class size limited to 4 participants
Ultra Swim 9Development of self rescue abilities, non contact rescue and stroke improvement. Introduction to stride jump and compact jump. Continous swim 300 metres.
Jul-23-2013 to Aug-15-2013, Tue, Thur, 7 - 8pmRegistration begins Jun-01-2013
Ultra Swim 9: Small GroupDevelopment of self rescue abilities, non contact rescue and stroke improvement. Introduction to stride jump and compact jump. Continous swim 300 metres. Class size limited to 4 participants
Ultra Youth Swim 1Learning to swim can be intimidating when you are older and just starting out. This program is designed to meet the needs of youth (9-16 years) that have little to no swim training. Instead of trying to fit into the traditional Learn to Swim Levels with children half their age, youth can learn to swim in a group lesson with their peers. This is an introductory level teaching the basics of getting wet, basic floating positions, and introduction to front and back swims. We are committed to creating a comfortable swim environment for people learning to swim at any age. Knowing how to swim can save your life! Get in the swim!
