Centrally located in the heart of downtown Ottawa, Jack Purcell Community Centre has an 18-meter warm water pool, which offers regular aquatic programming and specialized programs for individuals with special needs. The facility also has a fully accessible weight room, five meeting rooms of various sizes and access to an adjacent school gym.

Jack Purcell offers a variety of programs for seniors, persons with special needs, and aquatics. Through a partnership with the Jack Purcell Recreation Association, children’s non-aquatic, adult general interest and fitness programs are also available.

Location(s) of Business

320 Jack Purcell Lane,Ottawa,Ontario,K2P 2J5

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Parent and Tot 1

This exciting program structures in - water interaction between parent and child to stress the importance of play in developing water - positive attitudes and skills.  Activities are planned based on the child's maturity so parents register in the level appropriate for their child's age.

Ages:	4 months – 12 months
Cost:	$57.75

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Parent and Tot 2

This exciting program structures in - water interaction between parent and child to stress the importance of play in developing water - positive attitudes and skills.  Activities are planned based on the child's maturity so parents register in the level appropriate for their child's age.

Ages:	12 months – 24 months
Cost:	$57.75

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Parent and Tot 3

This exciting program structures in - water interaction between parent and child to stress the importance of play in developing water - positive attitudes and skills.  Activities are planned based on the child's maturity so parents register in the level appropriate for their child's age.
 

Ages:	2 years – 3 years
Cost:	$57.75

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Preschool A

We'll help these little swimmers jump into the water and learn to float, glide and kick with assistance.  They'll learn the importance of staying 'within arms reach' and become comfortable putting their faces in the water and blowing bubbles.

Ages:	3 years – 5 years
Cost:	$57.75

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Preschool B

These little swimmers will jump in on their own and learn to float, glide and kick with an aid.  They'll learn to put on a life - jacket/Personal Floatation Device and move safely through the water on their front and back.

Ages:	3 years – 5 years
Cost:	$57.75

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Preschool C

These little swimmers will jump into chest - deep water, learn to float, glide and kick on their own and retrieve an object from the bottom of the pool.  They'll gain exposure to deep water and learn the basics of rhythmic breathing.

Ages:	3 years – 5 years
Cost:	$57.75

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Preschool D

These kids are becoming quite the swimmers!  They'll jump into deep water, kick on their front and back, tread water and learn basic front and back crawl.  They'll learn the importance of swimming with a buddy and wearing a Personal Floatation Device/life jacket

Ages:	3 years – 5 years
Cost:	$57.75

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Preschool E

These advanced preschoolers will learn how to react if they fall unexpectedly into deep water.  They'll develop breath control, master short swims using front and back crawl, and begin developing whip kick.

Ages:	3 years – 5 years
Cost:	$57.75

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Swimmer 1 – Beginner

These beginners will become comfortable opening their eyes and exhaling underwater.  They will be introduced to floating, gliding and kicking and jumping into the water.  This level is geared to those who are six years of age or older, have not learned to submerge underwater and have little or no swimming experience.

Ages:	6 years – 12 years
Cost:	$57.75

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Swimmer 1 – Advanced

These children will perfect their floating, gliding and kicking skills, which will give them the foundation needed to be comfortable in the water and develop swimming strokes in the future levels.  This level is geared to those who have taken  Swimmer 1 Beginner, or are comfortable submerging underwater with their eyes open.

Ages:	6 years – 12 years
Cost:	$57.75

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Swimmer 2

Participants will jump into deep water and learn to support themselves with an aid learn the foundation of effective whip kick.  They will build confidence in both deep and shallow water, and develop front and back crawl over short distances. Completion of Preschool D or Swimmer 1 is strongly recommended.

Ages:	6 years – 12 years
Cost:	$57.75

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Swimmer 3

These swimmers will dive, jump and roll into the water and develop water - smart attitudes.  They will improve their front and back crawl, tread water, add propulsion to their whip kick, swim underwater and continue to build endurance with swims of up to 50 metres.

Ages:	6 years – 12 years
Cost:	$63.75

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Private Lessons Child

These lessons are designed to assist children to overcome a fear of the water or master a skill.  A certified instructor will work on a one to one basis.  This is not an 'earn a badge' program.

Ages:	6 years – 12 years
Cost:	$202.75

Past Events

Urban Art at Minto Park

This is a one day, juried, art in the park event showcasing the talents of Ottawa\'s emerging and established artists and artisans.

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Tarts n' Crafts Holiday Craft Sale

Ladyfest Ottawa presents a holiday craft sale like no other! Featuring the hip, original work of 60 artists and crafters!

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