26 August 2023 4:10
I absolutely would not recommend this pool to anyone. It was evident that the pool was not cleaned throughout the entirety of our lessons, as the bottom got more and more covered with gravel and the water more dirty. The bathroom/changeroom was also disgusting and on top of that, the instructor was frequently late and seemed very disinterested in teaching the class. I asked for a refund and to express my concerns, but was ignored. Not to mention that it is illegal and a health violation for a home to run swimming lessons without oversight. Avoid.
23 July 2022 20:13
Parkside Pool is a good place for swimming lessons. This indoor pool is owned by a private individual who provides the space to qualified Red Cross / Lifesaving Society swim instructors. You can participate in group or private lessons.
The instructors are knowledgeable and are very good with kids. The pool is small (imagine a private indoor pool) but is actually great for lessons. They offer all levels, include Bronze level certifications.
Communications are generally done over email, and responsiveness and coordination of the classes has improved over the past two years. Payments are made over e-transfer.
And although they did install a new sign at the end of their driveway, my only caution is that it is still very hard to see at 100kph when you are driving up the highway so keep a close eye out for it on the west side of the highway.
I would recommend Parkside Pool if you are looking for swimming lessons in the Springfield/ Oakbank area.
The instructors are knowledgeable and are very good with kids. The pool is small (imagine a private indoor pool) but is actually great for lessons. They offer all levels, include Bronze level certifications.
Communications are generally done over email, and responsiveness and coordination of the classes has improved over the past two years. Payments are made over e-transfer.
And although they did install a new sign at the end of their driveway, my only caution is that it is still very hard to see at 100kph when you are driving up the highway so keep a close eye out for it on the west side of the highway.
I would recommend Parkside Pool if you are looking for swimming lessons in the Springfield/ Oakbank area.
20 April 2022 21:41
Went to the first swimming lesson and was totally thrown off by the lack of up keep of the place. The water was freezing cold, when they say on the website that the water is kept at a comfortable temperature of 84. The one bathroom that is available for changing was disgusting and so incredibly cold. Changing toddlers and infants before and after swimming in that sort of space was unacceptable. We had communicated that we would like a refund, but will pay for the one lesson we did take part in. Got a response of, I will forward this to Tim. Then crickets. I have sent now 2 other emails requesting our money back and they have not communicated with us at all. I would definitely NOT recommend this place for swimming lessons. It’s sad that people like this exist and I hope this review will help others who may be looking in to future swimming lessons there.
27 March 2022 21:23
No masks, covid outbreak and not refunding after this was discovered. Poor community members.
09 January 2022 10:15
Great pool for small classroom swimming lessons. Hands down better communication between teacher and students. Absolutely recommend if you live in the area.