The Bruce-Ritchie Pool
There are a lot of aquatic activities in New Richmond! The Bruce-Ritchie Pool is a fun place for the entire family.
The Bruce-Ritchie Pool is…
- Courses and activities for the whole family
- A capacity of 100 swimmers
- Water temperature of 83°F
- A basin of 25 m
- A wading pool
- 4 swimming corridors
- Bleachers
- A pool lift (for persons with reduced mobility)
To learn more about our program, refer to the Recreation program.
Open swimming Schedule – September to June, 2019
Notes:
- Installation of a mini platform on Saturday and Sunday afternoons
- A slide is also available
- Swimming cap obligatory
- Children 8 years of age or younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Rates for various swimming sessions
| Children (1 to 18 years of age) | 3 $ |
| 1 year old and under | Free |
| Adult rate (18 years of age and +) | 4 $ |
Membership Cards
You may purchase a swimming card that gives you a reduction on admission costs. You must come to the pool to purchase a card.
| Children (1 to 15 years old) | 55 $ (20 sessions) | |
| Adults (16 years of age and +) | 75 $ (20 sessions) | |
| Family | 75 $ (10 sessions, max. 4 persons) |
Rental – Shallow area
80 $ / hour
Swimming courses
Children’s courses
Pre-school swimming program (children 5 years of age and under)
Level Duration of the course Number of courses Cost Aqua babies (18 to 36 months) 45 minutes 5 50 $ Salamander (3 to 5 years old) 45 minutes 10 65 $ Moonfish (3 to 5 years old) 45 minutes 10 65 $ Crocodile (3 to 5 years old) 45 minutes 10 65 $ Whale (3 to 5 years old) 45 minutes 10 65 $ Junior swimming program (6 years of age and over)
Level Duration of the course Number of courses Cost Junior 1 45 minutes 10 65 $ Junior 2 to 10 55 minutes 10 65 $ Swimming courses for adults
Swimming courses adapted to your needs (initiation to swimming, swimming techniques or advanced).
Duration of the course Number of courses Cost Aquadulte (swim basics for beginners) 55 minutes 10 65 $ / 60 $ (55 +) Aquadulte (strokes) 55 minutes 10 65 $ / 60 $ (55 +) Prenatal course 55 minutes 10 65 $ / 60 $ (55 +) Aquaforme (swim sports once / week) 55 minutes 10 65 $ / 60 $ (55 +) Aquaforme (swim sports twice / week) 55 minutes 20 105 $ / 100 $ (55 +) Registration period for swimming courses
Location The Bruce-Ritchie Swimming Pool Time 13:00 to 16:00 and 19:00 to 20:30 (On registration days) Payment upon registration. Monitors will be present to explain courses.
Aqua Party
An extraordinary birthday party!
Give your child an unforgettable birthday party accompanied by his/her friends. There is a room available for the group for a period of 90 minutes before or after the swimming period. The party is for a period of two and one-half hours.
Rate : 125 $
For information or reservations, call 418 392-7000, extension 9-230.
Pool rental
Rate 1 lifeguard (supervised group) 80 $ / hour 2 lifeguards 125 $ / hour For information or reservations, call 418 392-7000, extension 9-230.
Lifesaving Society courses
We offer courses approved by the Lifesaving Society (lifeguard) and the Canadian Red Cross (swimming instructor). Here are the requirements and a list of upcoming courses.
Registration: 418 392-7000, extension 221
Lifeguard
Bronze medal(13 years of age and over) Date to be determined Bronze cross (14 years of age and over) Date to be determined General first aid (14 years of age and over) Date to be determined National lifeguard (16 years of age and over) Date to be determined Swimming Monitor
Aqualeader (14 years of age and over) Date to be determined Monitor (16 years of age and over) Date to be determined These courses vary from 30 to 50 hours. If one of the courses interests you, give your name immediately at the Bruce-Ritchie Pool and when courses are scheduled to begin, we will call you.
Adapted aquaforme course
Exercise program in the pool for persons with particular needs (physical limitations) It combines muscular activities, aerobics, flexibility and relaxation exercises.
Schedule: Wednesdays from 13:00 to 14:00
Cost: 65$/10 courses or 35$/ 5 courses* Payable at the first session
Registration and information: 418 392-7037
*Upon registration questions will be asked concerning your state of health and physical limitations in order to adapt the course to each individual’s needs.
« Les Saumoneaux » Swimming Club
- For youngsters who enjoy swimming
- Development of the techniques of 4 swimming styles
- Initiation to competition
- Develops self discipline and ability to meet challenges
- Encourages youth to excel, meet objectives and develop team spirit
Register your children now for a unique experience. Our trainers are certified by the Fédération de natation du Québec.
Beginners (ages 6 and over)
Schedule: A minimum of 2 sessions per week is required to progress.
Time: 17:00 to 18:30 throughout the week (Schedule to be confirmed in September)
Advanced
Intensive group training, competition optional
Schedule: 3 to 5 times per week from 17:00 to 19:00, possibility of additional sessions
Duration: September to June
Cost: Determined according to the number of hours per week. There will be a free trial period of two weeks to give new swimmers an opportunity to discover this sport.
Registration: At the end of the 2 week trail period
Information
Sophie Léonard
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« Les Vagueurs de la Baie » Swimming Club
This club is for adults who wish to get in shape by swimming.
Clients: 16 years of age and over (must be able to easily swim 2 pool lengths)
Days Time Duration Monday, Wednesday & Friday From 7:30 to 9:00 To be determined Monday, Wednesday From 8:00 to 9:00 Underwater diving courses
Level 1 underwater diving training, WUF certified
Clients Day and time Cost 16 years of age and over To be determined 425 $ Registration: 418 364-7668
Information
119, 5th Street
New Richmond (Quebec) G0C 2B0
Information 418 392-7037
Program 418 392-7033