Youth Orientation

The safety of youth at Westside is a top priority.

We believe that orienting young people to safety and behavioral expectations reduces risk and promotes a respectful, enjoyable environment for everyone.

Orientations only take about 30-60 minutes, depending on the type and level. They're free and once you're done you can visit the Youth Wellness Centre, youth drop-in fitnesss classes as well as our Aquatic Park, Leisure Ice and Gymnasiums.

Check out the orientation level you’ll need and plan ahead so you can get the most out of your visit.

• Youth Facility Access Orientation (10Y-12Y)

  Available to all youth 10 to 12 years

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  Completion of Youth Facility Access allows access to the Aquatic Park, Leisure Ice and Gymnasiums without parental supervision

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  Orientation includes a swim-to-survive test, completion of personal contact information and a review of behavioral expectations

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  Youth must bring a swimsuit and their parent/legal guardian must be present to sign the access form

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  Orientations start at the Customer Service Desk.  Orientation dates and times are as follows:

  Mon-Fri @ 6:00PM
  Sat-Sun & Statutory Holidays @ 1:00PM

• Youth Wellness Centre Orientation (10Y-17Y)

  Available to all youth 10 to 17 years

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  Prerequisite for youth 10 to 12 years: completion of the Youth Facility Access and parental permission

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  Multi-level orientations are offered to allow Youth Wellness Centre access based on age and abilities

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  Orientation includes an introduction to the basic knowledge and skills required to utilize the Centre, completion of personal contact information and a review of behavioral expectations

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  Youth must bring photo identification (example: school ID, learner's drivers license) at the time of the orientation

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  Orientations start at the Youth Wellness Centre Desk.  Check our current schedule for orientation dates and times (click on the grey Youth Wellness tab on the left hand side of the Schedules home page).