Deborah Anne Kirwan Pool is your tropical oasis in south Ottawa. With a leisure concept 25 metre main pool, wading pool with slide, whirl pool and sauna, there is something for everyone. Group swimming lessons for all ages, private lessons, March Break and summer camps are offered along with public swims. A variety of recreation programs are offered including swimming lessons for children, youth, adults and seniors.
Modified hours
- Saturday, May 16, noon to 4 pm
- Sunday, May 17, noon to 4 pm
- Monday, May 18, closed
Hours
Drop-in schedule - Victoria Day weekend
May 16 and 17
The schedules listed in the charts below are subject to change.
Drop-in activities: descriptions, fees, membership, and cancellation information.
Reservations not required.
| Saturday, May 16 | Sunday, May 17 | |
|---|---|---|
| Public swim | 1 - 4 pm Play Free | 1 - 4 pm |
| 50+ swim | n/a | Noon - 1 pm |
| Preschool swim | Noon - 1 pm Play Free | n/a |
Play Free
Play Free is the City’s lineup of free drop-in activities for children and youth (aged 17 and under) and accompanying adults.
Drop-in schedule - swim
The schedules listed in the charts below are subject to change. Holiday hours and programs may vary.
Drop-in activities: descriptions, fees, membership, and cancellation information.
Reservations not required.
Schedule changes
- Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17
- See Victoria Day weekend schedule.
- Monday, May 18
- The facility is closed and all programs cancelled.
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lane swim | 8:30 - 9:30 pm | 8:30 - 9:30 pm | n/a | 8:30 - 9:30 pm | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Public swim | 7:30 - 8:30 pm | 7:30 - 8:30 pm | n/a | 7:30 - 8:30 pm | 5 - 7 pm | 1 - 4 pm Play Free | 1 - 4 pm |
| Public swim - women's only | n/a | n/a | 8:30 - 9:30 pm | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| 50+ swim | 4 - 5 pm | 4 - 5 pm | 4 - 5 pm | 4 - 5 pm | 4 - 5 pm | n/a | Noon - 1 pm |
| Preschool swim | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | Noon - 1 pm Play Free | n/a |
Play Free
Play Free is the City’s lineup of free drop-in activities for children and youth (aged 17 and under) and accompanying adults.
Registered programs
Registered programs
Registered programs are structured activities that run weekly or seasonally. You must sign up in advance to participate. Examples include swimming lessons, dance or music classes and summer camps.
- Check out the courses and camps offered at this facility.
- Find registration dates and general information about the types of recreation programs offered - including virtual, PA days, Before and After School, and Day Camps - at Courses and camps.
- Details about registration, payment, cancellation, terms and conditions can be viewed at Registered programs - What you need to know.
For rental availability and information, please email the facility at DAK@ottawa.ca.
Amenities and features
- Changerooms – gender-specific
- Washrooms – gender-neutral
- Free parking
- On site parking
- Sauna
- Separate wading pool
- Shaded patio area
- Hot tub
Accessibility features
- Change rooms
- Entrance/Exit
- Floor surfaces
- Interior
- Parking
- Passenger loading zone
- Pool
- Reception desks
- Signage
- Washrooms