AquaFit is from June 29 - August 28, 2026, 45-minute sessions held weekdays at 12 pm.
Aquatics and Pools
Thames Centre is excited to offer a range of aquatic activities at our seasonal/outdoor Dorchester Community Pool, located at Dorchester Community Park (4275 Hamilton Road). From early June to Labour Day Weekend, we provide drop-in programs, swimming lessons, advanced aquatics, and facility rentals. The Dorchester Community Pool also features a wading pool, and a splash pad for added enjoyment! Thorndale Community Park (265 Upper Queen Street) also offers a splash pad for our residents.
SHOULD YOU REQUIRE ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE OF REGULAR OFFICE HOURS (EVENINGS, WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS) YOU MAY CONTACT THE FACILITY OPERATORS at 226-376-3931 (Thorndale) or 519-494-6857 (Dorchester).
Community Pool (Seasonal/Outdoor)
Enjoy open swim times and lane swims in our community pool, suitable for all ages. Splash pad season depends on weather, but generally run from mid-May until sometime in September.
This outdoor pool is heated to 80 degrees Fahrenheit and is open to the public each year from mid-June until early September. Our pool had a complete renovation in 2021, including the addition of an accessible ramp into the shallow end.
The pool is now closed for 2025.
June 8 - 28, 2026
Open Swim
Monday-Friday from 4:00-7:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday from 1:00-7:00 p.m.
Lane Swimming
Wednesdays, Fridays
6:00pm - 7:00 p.m.
June 29 - August 30, 2026
Open Swim
Monday-Sunday from 1:00-7:00 p.m.
Lane Swimming
Wednesdays, Fridays
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Located at 4275 Hamilton Road, Dorchester
Pool can be rented prior to Open Swim on Saturdays or Sundays.
$93.20 per hour (+tax). Includes three lifeguards.
The Municipality of Thames Centre offers private and semi-private lessons for participants throughout the summer.
Swim Team is schedules are subject to change each season.
The Wading Pool is now closed for 2025.
- There is no fee to use the Wading Pool
- Open to children 8 and under. Parents & Guardians must accompany their children.
- Located at 4275 Hamilton Road, Dorchester
June Wading Pool Hours:
- June 8–19 (weekdays): 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM
- June 22–26: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
June 27 - August 30 Hours:
- The Wading Pool is open 7 days a week
- Monday - Friday: 10am - 7pm
- Weekends: 1pm - 7pm
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Contact Us
Municipality of Thames Centre
4305 Hamilton Rd
Dorchester, ON, Canada, N0L 1G3
Ph (519)268-7334
Fax (519)268-3928
Thames Centre Recreation
Administrative Assistants
The FlightExec Centre
2066 Dorchester Road
Ph (519)268-7334 x701
recreation@thamescentre.on.ca
Dorchester Community Pool - Pool Attendant
dorchesterpool@thamescentre.on.ca
519-268-7334 ext. 707
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