SEE THE BOTTOM HALF OF THE PAGE FOR INFORMATION ON SWIMMING LESSONS - FALL LESSON REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW!!
How St. Stephen Aquatics Compares to the Rest of New Brunswick...
How Does St. Stephen Aquatics Stack up to the Rest of New Brunswick?
2024 marked a big year for the MDSS Aquatics & Programming Department. For the first time in the department's history, it was awarded the largest lifesaving program in New Brunswick in a community with under 20 000 residents. The program additionally saw an increase of at least two places in provincial open categories:
Largest Overall Leadership Program in New Brunswick: 2024 4th place up from 10th place in 2023.
Largest Overall Program in New Brunswick: 2024 8th place up from 10th place in 2023.
Largest Overall First Aid Program in New Brunswick: 2024 7th place up from 9th place in 2023.
In addition to the gains made in Lifesaving Society Provincial standings, the Aquatics & Programming Department also saw the introduction of the Summer Multi-Sport and Swimming lesson program, which will expand in 2025 to include lifesaving sport, track and field and soccer. Swimming Lessons and Fundy Water Safety programming saw an increase of over 160%, having taught over 945 swimmers in 2024, compared to 2023's 360 swimmers.
The MDSS Aquatics & Programming Department will continue to improve on and expand its aquatic, recreation, first aid and leadership programming throughout 2025. We would like to thank all of our incredibly hard working and dedicated staff as well as the individuals who partake in our programming for the incredible advancements the department has seen over the past year. We are excited to continue to build on this momentum in 2025!
Special Olympics - YOUTH Division
Registration is open now and only costs $95.00 for the full season!
If you are between the ages of 12 and 18, you can now start your special olympic journey! Open the potential to compete Provincially, Nationally and Internationally today!! Your pathway to Swim Bravely, Swim Freely and Swim with Dedication can start HERE! To register please complete the forms below the graphic and send them to aquatics@chocolatetown.ca, complete the online registration. Registration is open now, and only costs $95.00 for the full season!
Practices run every Tuesday from 6:30-7:45PM & Friday from 1:30-3:00.
Questions? Email: aquatics@chocolatetown.ca OR Text: 506-467-7446
REGISTER HERE TODAY!! http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1939
Registration Documents for Special Olympics AND Special Olympics YOUTH Division:
Special Olympics - Adult Division
The St. Stephen Wildcats Special Olympic team is back for the 2026-2027 season!! Practices will be on Tuesdays from 6:30-7:45PM, and for those able to attend, a second session on Friday from 1:30-3:00PM.
Registration is open now and only costs $95.00 for the full season!
Not sure if Special Olympics is for you?? Your first session with our team and Coaches is absolutely FREE so YOU can see if Special Olympics is right for you! Whether you're looking to compete or just to stay fit and have fun, St. Stephen's Special Olympics team "The Wildcats" is your gateway to better Aquatic Programming!
REGISTER FOR SPECIAL OLYMPICS HERE!
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1938
Fitness Swimmer is BACK for the Fall/Winter of 2026/27
Fitness Swimmer is a great way to get high quality, low impact exercise! Whether you are looking to work on cardiac fitness, general fitness, strength training, or just a fun way to keep in shape with trained coaches and swim instructors, Fitness Swimmer is here for you!!
Not sure if Fitness Swimmer is for you? Join us for your first session absolutely FREE!!
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1937 Click here for Fall 2026 Fitness Swimmer
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1936 Click here for Fall and Winter 2026/27 Fitness Swimmer
Want to Become a Lifeguard/Instructor? Here's How!!
Upcoming Courses:
Junior Lifeguard:
Fall Courses: September 12- November 21: 12:00PM-5:00PM (No classes on Thanksgiving Weekend)
Junior Lifeguard is broken into three levels, Junior Lifeguard Level 1, which is for swimmers 12 and under who have not been registered in a Junior Lifeguard program previously, Junior Lifeguard Level 2, which is for swimmers 13+, OR who have completed Junior Lifeguard Level 1, and Junior Lifeguard Level 3, which is for swimmers who have completed Junior Lifeguard Level 2. Swimmers who successfully complete Junior Lifeguard Level 3 and are 14+ are eligible to work with the St. Stephen Aquatics & Programming Dept. as an Assistant Lifeguard.
Junior Lifeguard levels certify swimmers in the following Lifesaving Society courses
- Junior Lifeguard Level 1: Bronze Star
- Junior Lifeguard Level 2: Bronze Medallion & Basic First Aid
- Junior Lifeguard Level 3: Bronze Cross & Intermediate First Aid
Please Register in the Appropriate Junior Lifeguard level below. Not sure which Junior Lifeguard level to enroll in? Lets us know!
Email: aquatics@chocolatetown.ca, or call 467-3030 x120 to learn more!
Junior Lifeguard Level 1:
Next Course: June 30 - August 20 (Tues & Thurs): 2:30PM-4:30PM
Later Courses: September 12- November 21: 12:00PM-5:00PM (No classes on Thanksgiving Weekend)
Too young to enroll in Junior Lifeguard Level 2, but looking to start your lifeguarding/lifesaving adventure? Start with Junior Lifeguard Level 1 (Bronze Star) with the St. Stephen Aquatics & Programming Dept.!!
Registration Links:
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1860 Click here to register
Course Fee: $80.00 Tax-in
Junior Lifeguard Level 2 + Basic First Aid:
Fall Courses: September 12- November 21: 12:00PM-5:00PM (No classes on Thanksgiving Weekend)
Junior Lifeguard Level 2 is the first of the mandatory National Lifeguard Service and Swim Instructor pre-requisite courses. Candidates must be 13 by the date of the class exam (the end of the course) to enroll OR have successfully completed Junior Lifeguard Level 1 (Bronze Star).
Registration Links:
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1861 Click here to register
For information on Junior Lifeguard Level 2 (Bronze Medallion) course & age requirements, click HERE.
Course Fee: $80.00 Tax-in
Junior Lifeguard Level 3 + Intermediate First Aid:
Fall Courses: September 12- November 21: 12:00PM-5:00PM (No classes on Thanksgiving Weekend)
Become an Assistant Lifeguard with the St. Stephen Aquatics Department! Take your Junior Lifeguard Level 3 (Bronze Cross) course with us and get the last pre-requisite certification for your National Lifeguard Service, Fundy Assistant Swim Instructor, Fundy Tots Instructor AND Fundy Swim Instructor courses.
Registration Links:
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1862 Click here to register
For information on Junior Lifeguard Level 3 (Bronze Cross) course & age requirements, click HERE.
Course Fee: $80.00 Tax-in
Lifesaving Sport (Competitive and Non-Competitive)
Fall session: September 12-November 21 (No classes October 10th)
Lifesaving Sport helps candidates who have already taken Junior Lifeguard Level 1 (Bronze Star) or other Junior Lifeguard Levels to maintain and hone their skills. In this setting, swimmers practice a wide range of strokes, workouts and rescue competitions, which they can take with them to Junior and Senior competitions. Sport is a fun way for swimmers to stay involved in lifesaving before, during and after their lifeguard training is complete! Candidates are NOT required to compete, but may if they choose. Curious if Lifesaving Sport is right for you? Email: aaron.muzzatti@chocolatetown.ca, or call: 506-467-3030 x120
To Register for Lifesaving Sport Competitive, CLICK HERE
To Register for Lifesaving Sport Non-Competitive, CLICK HERE
National Lifeguard Service (NLS)
Next Course: December 2026 4th - 20th Fridays: 4:00PM-8:00PM, Saturdays & Sundays: 9:30AM-6:00PM
Later Courses:
Want to become a Lifeguard or Supervisor with St. Stephen Aquatcs?? This is where you start!! Learn more by contacting aaron.muzzatti@chocolatetown.ca, texting 467-7446 or calling 467-3030 x120!
To register in a National Lifeguard Service course, candidates must be a minimum of 15 years old as of the last day of the course, and must have previously taken and passed a Junior Lifeguard Level 3 (Bronze Cross) an Intermediate First Aid course. The course fee for a National Lifeguard Service course is $293.00 (tax-in), however, course fees are waived for current employees. Candidates holding a current Junior Lifeguard Level 3 (Bronze Cross) certification and a Intermediate First Aid certification may apply for employment to have their course fee waived. For more information on employment opportunities, please email: aaron.muzzatti@chocolatetown.ca, or call: 506-467-3030 x120.
For more information on National Lifeguard Service course & age requirements, please click HERE.
Course Registration:
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1858
Course Fee: $293.00 Tax-in
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1859
Re-Certification Course Fee: $104.25 Tax-in
Fundy Assistant Swim Instructor Course
Next Course: August 25th-27th: 10:00AM-4:00PM
Later Courses: Not Currently Scheduled.
Become a Fundy Assistant Swim Instructor (FASI) with us!
This course will also certify you as a Lifesaving Society Assistant Swim Instructor, in addition to FASI! Take your first steps toward teaching the next generation of swimmers with your Fundy Assistant Swim Instructor course. In this course, you will learn the basics of instruction, swim skills and how a swimming lesson functions. This course is the mandatory prerequisite for Fundy Tots Instructor and Fundy Swim Instructor.
Course Registration:
To Register in the 25-27 August course, CLICK HERE!!
Course Fee: $80.00 Tax-in
Looking to start working as an assistant instructor with us? Inquire at: aaron.muzzatti@chocolatetown.ca, or call 467-3030 x120.
Course Fee: $80.00 Tax-in
Fundy Tots Instructor & LSS Swim Instructor Course:
Next Course:
Become a Fundy Tots Instructor (FTI) and Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor with us!
This course certifies candidates in the nationally recognized Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor (SWI) course, in addition to the Fundy Water Safety, Fundy Tots Instructor (FTI) used here in St. Stephen! Candidates can either opt to just take the Lifesaving program, or both, this is to be communicated on day one of your course. Candidates enrolling in the Fundy Tots Instructor course are required to have the Fundy Assistant Swim Instructor (FASI) certification as a prerequisite. Fundy Tots Instructor certifies candidates to teach the Aqua-Tots program taught at both the Garcelon Civic Center and the W.T. Booth Centennial Pool in Milltown! Candidates enrolling either course are required to have a Junior Lifeguard Level 3 (Bronze Cross) and Intermediate First Aid certifications as prerequisites for this course.
Questions?
Call: 506-467-3030 x120 or email: aquatics@chocolatetown.ca for more information!
To Register in the April Fundy Tots Instructor, CLICK HERE!!
Looking to start working as an instructor with us? Inquire at: aaron.muzzatti@chocolatetown.ca, or call 467-3030 x120.
Course Fee: $80.00 Tax-in
Fundy Swim Instructor Course:
Next Course:
Become a Fundy Swim Instructor (FSI) with us!
This course certifies candidates in the MDSS/Fundy Water Safety "Fundy Swim Instructor" program. In this course, candidates learn to teach Swim Level classes, Adult Swim Level, Fundamentals classes, Fitness Swimmer, After School Programming and Active Schools Programming. Fundy Swim Instructors learn to perfect and correct all of their strokes and skills so that they can teach to the highest standard possible. To enroll in this course, candidates are required to have successfully completed a Fundy Tots Instructor & Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor Course.
Candidates with prior experience teaching either Lifesaving Society swimming lessons or YMCA swimming lessons may take a transfer course to obtain a Fundy Swim Instructor certification. If you are looking to transfer, please contact our Aquatics & Programming Department.
Questions?
Call: 506-467-3030 x120 or email: aquatics@chocolatetown.ca for more information!
To Register in the May Fundy Swim Instructor Course, CLICK HERE!!
Looking to start working as an instructor with us? Inquire at: aaron.muzzatti@chocolatetown.ca, or call 467-3030 x120.
Course Fee: $80.00 Tax-in
First Aid Courses
Next Course: See all avilable courses listed below.
The Aquatics & Programming Dept. offers a wide variety of first aid courses! Our course offerings include Basic Workplace First Aid with CPR-C, Intermediate Workplace First Aid with CPR-C, CPR-HCP (Healthcare Provider level CPR) and Airway Management, which includes training on oxygen systems, suction, and oropharyngeal airways. For more information on our courses, please email: aquatics@chocolatetown.ca, or call (506) 467-3030 x120. Please see a list of our current course offerings below:
Basic Workplace First Aid (BFA) with CPR-C: July 15 9:00-5:30PM CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!!
BFA Course Fee: $65.00 Tax-in
Intermediate Workplace First Aid (IFA) with CPR-C: July 15 & 16 9:00AM-5:30PM CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!!
IFA Course Fee: $105.00 Tax-in
CPR-HCP (Helathcare Provider): No Courses Currently Scheduled.
CPR-HCP Course Fee: $73.75 Tax-in
Airway Management (Intermediate First AId with CPR-C is a Prerequisite): No Courses Currently Scheduled.
Airway Management Course Fee: $63.25 Tax-in
Advanced Instructor Certifications
Advanced Instructor certifications include Lifesaving Instructor (LSI), National Lifeguard Instructor (NLI), First Aid Instructor (FAI) and Examiner level certifications. All of these can be taken right here in St. Stephen!! See what we have currently scheduled listed below!
Not sure what certifications you need to enroll in these courses? Find YOUR Advanced Instructor pathway by CLICKING HERE!!
Lifesaving Instructor Course ($110.00 tax-in): Not Currently Scheduled.
Lifesaving & First Aid Instructor Course ($240.00 tax-in): Not Currently Scheduled.
Lifesaving Sport Coach Course ($120.00 tax-in): Not Currently Scheduled.
First Aid Instructor Course ($150.00 tax-in): Not Currently Scheduled.
National Lifeguard Instructor Course ($200.00 tax-in): Not Currently Scheduled.
National Lifeguard Instructor & Examiners Course ($260.00 tax-in): Not Currently Scheduled.
Examiners Course ($80.00 tax-in): Not Currently Scheduled.
Trainer ($200.00 tax-in):Not Currently Scheduled.
Swimming Lessons
Not sure what to enroll in next? Click here to find out!
Fall swimming lessons are here
Registration will open Monday August 24th at 12:00pm
Classes on Wednesdays start Wednesday September 9th to November 25th (No classes on September 30th or November 11th)
Classes on Saturday start Saturday September 12th to November 21st ( No classes on October 10th)
Questions?
Email: aquatics@chocolatetown.ca
Call: 506-467-3030 x120
Falls session:
Caregiver Attended Classes:
Member (GCC) Pricing: $55.00/session
Non-Member Pricing (GCC): $65.00/session
Salamander:
Saturday: 10:40-11:10 (Split with Frog)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1898
Saturday 9:05-9:35 (Split with Frog & Duck)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1899
Wednesday 2:20-2:50 (Split with Frog)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1900
Frog:
Saturday 10:40-11:10 (Spilt with Salamander)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1873
Saturday 9:05-9:35 (Spilt with Salamander & Duck)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1874
Wednesday 2:20-2:50 (Split with Salamander)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1875
Duck:
Saturday 1:00-1:30 (Split with Seahorse & Salmon)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1870
Saturday 9:05-9:35 (Split with Salmon & Frog)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1871
Wednesday 2:55-3:25
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1872
Seahorse:
Saturday 1:00-1:30 (Split with Salmon & Duck)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1903
Wednesday 3:30-4:00 (Split with Seahorse
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1904
Salmon:
Saturday 1:00-1:30 (Spilt with Duck)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1901
Wednesday 3:30-4:00 (Split with Seahorse)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1902
Aqua-Tots Levels (No Caregiver In-Water):
Member (GCC) Pricing: $63.00/session
Non-Member Pricing (GCC): $73.00/session
Lobster:
Saturday 10:10-10:40
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1888
Saturday 11:05-11:35
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1889
Saturday 11:50-12:20
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1890
Wednesday 2:20-2:50
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1891
Wednesday 3:15-3:45
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1892
Turtle:
Saturday 11:15-11:45
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1932
Saturday 9:50-10:20 (Split with Otter)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1933
Wednesday 2:55-3:25 (Split with Otter)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1934
Wednesday 4:05-4:35 (Spilt with Otter)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1935
Otter:
Saturday 12:25-12:55
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1894
Saturday 9:50-10:20 (Split with Turtle)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1895
Wednesday 2:55-3:25 (Split with Turtle)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1896
Wednesday 4:05-4:35 (Split with Turtle)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1897
Dolphin:
Saturday 10:05-10:35 (Split with Manta Ray)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1869
Manta Ray:
Saturday 10:05-10:35 (Spilt with Dolphin)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1893
Swim Level (Lower-Level):
Member (GCC) Pricing: $66.00/session
Non-Member Pricing (GCC): $76.00/session
Swim Level 1:
Saturday 9:35-10:05
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1905
Saturday 9:50-10:20
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1906
Wednesday 3:30-4:00
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1907
Wednesday 4:55-5:25
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1908
Swim Level
Saturday 9:40-10:10
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1912
Saturday 12:10-12:40
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1911
Wednesday 4:05-4:35
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1913
Swim Level 3:
Saturday 9:00-9:30 (Split with SL4)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1915
Saturday 10:25-10:55 (Split with SL4)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1914
Wednesday 3:50-4:20
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1916
Swim Level 4:
Saturday 9:00-9:30 (Split with SL3)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1919
Saturday 10:25-10:55 (Split with SL3)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1917
Wednesday 4:40-5:10
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1920
Swim Level (Higher-Level):
Member (GCC) Pricing: $72.00/session
Non-Member Pricing (GCC): $82.00/session
Swim Level 5:
Saturday 10:15-11:00
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1921
Wednesday 4:40-5:25
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1922
Swim Level 6:
Saturday 11:15-12:00 (Split with SL7)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1923
Wednesday 4:15-5:00
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1924
Swim Level 7:
Saturday 9:00-9:45 (Split with SL8)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1926
Wednesday 5:05-5:55 (Split with SL8)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1927
Swim Level 8:
Saturday 9:00-9:45 (Split with SL7)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1928
Wednesday 5:05-5:55 (Split with SL7)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1929
Swim Level 9:
Saturday 9:00-9:45 (Split with SL10)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1930
Wednesday 5:15-6:00 (Split with SL10)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1931
Swim Level 10:
Saturday 9:00-9:45 (Split with SL9)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1909
Wednesday 5:15-6:00 (Split with SL9)
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1910
Fundamentals Levels:
Member (GCC) Pricing: $72.00/session
Non-Member Pricing (GCC): $82.00/session
Fundamentals 1:
Saturday 9:00-9:45
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1876
Wednesday 5:15-6:00
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1877
Fundamentals 2:
Saturday 10:25-11:10
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1878
Wednesday 4:05-4:50
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1879
Fundamentals 3:
Saturday 9:15-10:00
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1880
Wednesday 4:25-5:10
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1881
Adult Swimming Lessons
Adult Swim Level 1: This level is for swimmers who may not yet be comfortable swimming or floating unassisted (either by an aid or instructor) in the pool, and or, who may be uncomfortable in the water in general/are non-swimmers.
Adult Swim Level 2: This level is for swimmers who are comfortable in the water, and can complete short distances (5m) of either one basic stroke, or doggy paddle/back swim.
Member (GCC) Pricing: $66.00/session
Non-Member Pricing (GCC): $76.00/session
Adult Swim Level 1 & 2 Registration:
Adult Swim Level 1 Saturday 12:45-1:15
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1865 Click here to register
Adult Swim Level 1 Wednesday 5:30-6:00
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1866 Click here to register
Adult Swim Level 2 Saturday 12:35-1:05
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1867 Click here to register
Adult Swim Level 2 Wednesday 5:30-6:00
http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/chocolatetown/Activity_Search/1868 Click here to register
For any questions, please email: aquatics@chocolatetown.ca, text: 467-7446, or call 467-3030 x120.
Know someone who may be interested in becoming an instructor with the St. Stephen Aquatics Dept.? Send them to us!! Email: aquatics@chocolatetown.ca, Text 467-7446 or Call 467-3030 x120
Transferring from another Swimming Lesson Program to Fundy Water Safety's?
No problem!! St. Stephen Aquatics makes it easy! Click the graphic above for the Fundy Water Safety Coversion Chart! The conversion chart will help you transition from the old Red Cross program, or the Lifesaving Society Swim for Life program easily!
Coming from a YMCA program, or other programs not listed on our conversion chart? Call 467-3030 x120 or email aquatics@chocolatetown.ca for assistance enrolling in our swimming lesson program.
Great Barrier Busters Registration
Register TODAY for the Winter Session of Great Barrier Busters!!
Registration is now open for the Winter 2026 Session of Great Barrier Busters. The Fall Session will run from January 10 -March 21, with no classes on the Family Day weekend.
Available Sessions:
Saturdays: 1::30pm-2:00pm
Saturdays: 2:00pm-2:30pm
Saturdays: 2:30pm-3:00pm
How do you register?
- Download the application form below or pick one up in-person at the GCC.
- Once your application is complete, send it to aquatics@chocolatetown.ca, or drop if off at the GCC.
- Once we have your application, we will review it to determine if the program is right for you.
- If your application is approved, you will either be sent a link for registration online, or contacted in another manner to inform you of the acceptance, at which point you can enroll at the GCC.
Questions?
Call: 506-467-3030 x120
Email: aquatics@chocolatetown.ca
About Great Barrier Busters
Great Barrier Busters is an all-inclusive one-on-one swimming lesson program for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Global Development Delay, Cerebral Palsy, etc. All of our Barrier Busting instructors have attended our in-house training course. We are very proud of this program, so we are happy to answer any of your questions, try reaching out at either aquatics@chocolatetown.ca, or 467-3030 x120. We hope to have you join us and become a Great Barrier Buster!
The Home of Fundy Water Safety
The St. Stephen Aquatics Department is home to all Fundy Water Safety aquatic programming! Proudly developed by our own instructors, supervisors and management, Fundy Water Safety was developed to replace the now defunct Red Cross aquatic programming. We developed Fundy Water Safety through 2021 and 2022 to address the lack of high quality swimming lessons, and swim instructor courses available.
Why Fundy Water Safety? Our program teaches more strokes & skills than any other widely available program and teaches them over a more comprehensive range of swim levels, to a higher standard than any other aquatic programming. Our goal is to provide high quality instruction from well trained Funday Assiatant Swim Instructors, Fundy Tots Instructors and Fundy Swim Instructors. We hope to inspire a life long love of swimming in all of our swimmers and in our community through our Funday Water Safety programming. Fundy Water Safety and the Municipal District of St. Stephen Aquatics Department believe that no swimmer should be left behind, whether they swim competitively, learn to save a life, or swim just for the love of swimming, we hope to set you and everyone else up for success in the water! Want to know more about Fundy Water Safety and/or the Municipal District of St. Stephen Aquatics Department? Call 467-3030 x120, text 467-7446 or email aquatics@chocolatetown.ca, we would love to hear from you!
About our Aquatics Facilities
St. Stephen has two swimming facilities operated by the town, each perfect for a splash around with the kids, lap swimming, lessons, or just a quick dip. Both also offer swimming lessons throughout the year.
The Garcelon Civic Center Kiwanis Aquatic Center is an indoor facility at 22 Budd Ave. It consists of two pools, one slide, and two dry saunas. The W.T. Booth Centennial Pool, at 10 Mill Lane, is an outdoor facility that’s open during the summer months.
Interested in competitive swimming? Check out our Shark Attack swim team.
For information on Garcelon Civic Center Swim Schedules, Rental Availablility and Aqua Fitness Classes, Please Click Here.
For more information on W.T. Booth Centennial Pool (Milltown Outdoor Pool) Swim Schedules, Rental Availability and Aqua Fitness Classes, Please Click Here!
For Information on Summer Outdoor Recreation Programming, Click Here!
