Registration to open early for fall aquatic and recreation programs in Wilmot Township

Galen Simmons, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Registration is opening early this year for fall aquatic and recreation programs in Wilmot Townships which for the first time includes two Learn to Swim sessions.

Registration will now open in August because the Township is offering two Learn to Swim sessions instead of one. Each session will run for six to seven weeks, offering the same great instruction over a slightly shorter period than past sessions.

“There is a growing demand for our aquatics programs, and the high number of participants on waiting lists,” said Kristy Falk, Wilmot’s supervisor of aquatics and customer service. “To better support families in scheduling around other popular community activities like hockey and dance – which typically ramp up in October – we are offering an earlier start to session one of our swimming lessons.”

“This change provides families with greater flexibility and the opportunity to prioritize swimming, a critical life skill. For families whose children are not involved in other sports, the earlier session also allows for participation in additional weeks of lessons, helping build water confidence and essential swimming skills.”

The first of the two Learn to Swim sessions will begin on Sept. 9, while the second one starts on Oct. 28.

To keep registration consistent across programs, all recreation activities including yoga, fitness, Artshine classes and more will open for registration at the same time.

Registration dates:

• Residents: Aug. 12 at 9 a.m.

• Non-residents: Aug. 19 at 9 a.m.

Program details for fall 2025 are now available to browse through the township’s online registration portal at www.wilmot.ca/recweb.

Remember to register early to avoid disappointment.