Cameron Heights Pool is open for registered programs, including options for women's only and BE U swim times, and rentals.
On this page:
- Hours
- Contact information
- Parking and transit
- Swimming calendars
- Swimming lessons
- Single-visit swims
- Pool closures during a program
- Wi-Fi
- In the neighbourhood
Hours
Monday to Friday: closed
Saturday: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Sunday: 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Holiday hours:
- December 25 - (Wednesday) - Closed
- December 26 - (Thursday) - Closed
- January 1, 2025 - (Wednesday) - Closed
Contact information
Address: 301 Charles Street East
Phone number: 519-741-2482
Parking and transit
Free parking is available off Charles Street East or Stirling Ave
These Grand River Transit (GRT) routes stop near Cameron Heights Pool:
- ION light rail transit, Kitchener Market station on Charles Street East
- route 3 on Charles Street East
- route 7 on King Street
- route 35 on Charles Street East near Cameron Street North
GRT no longer offers paper bus tickets. Fare payment information is available on their website.
Bike racks are available at Cameron Heights Pool.
Swimming calendars
We offer these swimming programs:
- adult swim
- Aquafit - cardio, stretch and strength, AquaBility
- family swim
- lane swim
- BE U Swim program
- women's only swim times
Use the links below to see upcoming swim times on a calendar:
Check our swimming programs page to learn more about a specific program.
Visit our registration dates page to find upcoming registration dates for swimming programs.
BE U Swim program
Dedicated swim times for trans and non-binary individuals, as well as their friends and family members to use our pools in a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.
During BE U Swims, we'll provide added privacy for everyone in attendance. Change rooms will be accessible to everyone, and all swimming attire is acceptable.
Open the accordions below to learn about the program and registration. BE U Swims are also available at Lyle Hallman Pool.
| BE U Swim: lane and leisure swim (adults over 18) |
| Swim time for trans and non-binary community members, their friends, families and allies. This swim will include sections of the pool that are set aside for lane swimmers and people looking to swim or water walk or float at their own pace. |
| Registration |
| Register for a BE U Swim time on ActiveNet. The swim times at Lyle Hallman Pool are open for drop-ins as well. To ensure cost is not a barrier, supports are available through our leisure access program. Visit our Leisure Access page to learn more and apply. |
Women's only swim times
This is a swim for women and girls only. Boys under 7 years old are also welcome. Splash around or practice your swimming skills. Come out and meet new people during this swim guarded by female lifeguards.
Changing your registration
If you need to change your registration, please do so through ActiveNet or at the pool’s front desk:
- single-visit programs: up to 11:59 p.m. the day before
- swimming lessons: seven days before swimming lessons begin
Login to your account and select Transaction and Payment History. Find your swim, click the withdraw button and choose your refund method.
Swimming lessons
Registration for fall swimming lessons and programs is open now.
Mark your calendars with these upcoming registration dates:
- winter 2025 programs and swimming lessons: 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, December 10
- spring 2025 programs and swimming lessons: 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 11
- summer camp 2025: 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 18
Starting in December 2024, when searching for programs in ActiveNet, use "Kitchener Swims" in your search, or reference the new name in our swimming lessons descriptions.
Visit our ActiveNet questions page to find answers to common questions or watch our YouTube video to learn more about searching on ActiveNet.
Pools may open up more class spaces or times closer to the start of each session. If there are no spaces available when you check ActiveNet, add yourself to a waitlist or visit ActiveNet closer to when the session starts to check if there are new spaces available.
Pool closures during a program
If staff need to close the pool during a program, we’ll issue a credit in these ways:
- pre-registered programs: credit to ActiveNet account
- drop-in programs: complimentary pass, see pool entrance staff
We will not issue refunds or credits if you choose to leave due to light rain or cool weather.
Wi-Fi
Use your own phone, tablet or computer with our free Wi-Fi. Choose the “Kitchener Public WiFi” network and follow the instructions that show up.
Visit our Digital Kitchener page to find online safety resources.
In the neighbourhood
Cameron Heights Pool is a part of Cameron Heights Collegiate Institute.
Kaufman Park is behind Cameron Heights Collegiate Institute. The park has tennis courts, a soccer field and running track.