Welcome to the Edson and District Leisure Centre!
For information on the Renovation and Expansion Project visit our new project page at www.ycemultiplex.ca!
Program Information:
For information on programs and courses please contact Edson & District Leisure Centre Guest Services at (780)723-7665 (POOL).
As our programs are run on a cost-recoverable basis, the minimum number of people must be registered and paid before the program can run. Be sure to register prior to the registration deadline to avoid disappointment! Registrations will be taken on a first come, first serve, paid basis. There will be no phone in registrations.
Forms of payment accepted: Debit/Cash
Cancellation Policy:
Pool & Arena Information including Schedules are listed below:
- Adult Prime $185
- Youth Prime $105
- Adult Non-Prime $105
- Youth Non-Prime $78
Non-Prime is Monday-Friday 6:30am-3pm. Prime is Mon-Fri 3pm until close & all-day Saturday & Sunday.
*Ice Availability is limited. Please call 780-723-7665 to get your name added to a call list for when ice becomes available, caution that it is often with short notice. We do not have designated rental space it is when user groups are not using their allotted time slots that we are able to sell that ice**
For your safety helmets must be worn by all patrons. This includes activities programmed by us such as Public Skating, Family Skating, & Shinny.
Our Hospitality Room is available for rent for $45/hr. It can be left empty or we can provide tables and chairs for seating up to 60 people.
Please call 780-723-7665 to book or email recadmin@edson.ca
Catering can be arranged with Canedia, our concession vendor.
Our Concession is operated by Canedia Ltd.
Check out their menu HERE
Their typical hours of operation are:
Monday-Friday 11:30am-1:30 pm/3:30-7:30 pm
Saturday/Sunday majority of the day based on the Facility Schedule.
Select memberships are now available for purchase online. You can do so through the Program Registrations Active Net link on our website.
For pool inquiries please email Katie Barnes
Swim for Life Swimming Lessons
Private swimming lesson registration is the last Wednesday of the month at 6pm.
Swimming Lesson Transition Chart - See this document for the transitions to the new lesson formats
Progression Chart - Preschool Program
Progression Chart - Swimmer Program
If the level you need is full please add swimmers name to the waiting list.
Private Swimming Lesson Information
Based on the internationally recognized Swim to Survive standard, the Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Program focuses on basic survival skills and good swimming skills – fun from day one! Swim for Life starts by developing strong foundational skills and personal self-rescue skills, then continues on by challenging swimmers to develop strong swimming strokes. Success oriented and fun for the entire family, there is something for everyone in the Swim for Life program.
Lifeguard Courses at the Leisure Centre in 2024.
How to become a Lifeguard:
Step 1:
CPR-C (Adult/Child/Infant) - Must be Government Approved (we recommend skipping this step and taking Intermediate First Aid instead.)
https://www.alberta.ca/first-aid-training.aspx
Covers all aspects of CPR skills and theory for adult, child, and infant casualties, including two-rescuer CPR skills. CPR-C includes an introduction to the purpose of an AED and how they are used.
Check out local businesses for CPR-C course dates: Edson & District Community Learning, Chlyn Safety, Rocky Mountain Medical Services, Safety Logic or Konect.
Step 2:
Lifesaving Bronze Medallion
Bronze Medallion challenges the candidate both mentally and physically. Judgment, knowledge, skill, and fitness – the four components of water rescue – form the basis of Bronze Medallion training. Candidates acquire the assessment and problem-solving skills needed to make good decisions in, on, and around the water. Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for assistant lifeguard training in Bronze Cross.
Prerequisite(s): Bronze Star (need not be current) or minimum of 13 years of age & current CPR-C or Intermediate First Aid.
Alternatively check the www.lifesaving.org for courses being offered around Alberta.
Step 3:
Intermediate First Aid - Must be Government Approved
Intermediate First Aid provides comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aid and CPR. This course is for those who want an in-depth understanding of first aid such as: medical/legal aspects, spinal injuries, heat or cold injuries, bone and joint injuries, abdominal and chest injuries, burns, and medical emergencies.
Includes CPR-C certification.
Participants in workplace first aid programs are required to achieve 70% or higher on a written exam to receive certification.
Lifesaving Intermediate First Aid is Government of Alberta and Government of Northwest Territories workplace approved.
Check out local businesses for Intermediate First Aid course dates: Edson & District Community Learning, Chlyn Safety, Rocky Mountain Medical Services, Safety Logic or Konect.
Step 4:
Bronze Cross
Bronze Cross begins the transition from lifesaving to lifeguarding and prepares candidates for responsibilities as assistant lifeguards. Candidates strengthen and expand
their lifesaving skills and begin to apply the principles and techniques of active surveillance in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication in preventing and responding to aquatic emergencies. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for advanced training in the Society’s National Lifeguard and leadership
certification programs.
Prerequisite(s): Bronze Medallion (need not be current),
current Alberta workplace approved Intermediate First Aid.
Alternatively check the www.lifesaving.org for courses being offered around Alberta.
Step 5/6: The order of these next 2 courses is interchangeable.
Lifesaving Swim Instructor
Swim Instructors are responsible for teaching and evaluating candidates participating in the Swim for Life® and Canadian Swim Patrol programs. The Swim Instructor course prepares Instructors to apply level 1 leadership competencies and strategies while
teaching and evaluating.
Prerequisite(s): minimum 15 years old, Bronze Cross orhigher (need not be current).
Check the www.lifesaving.org for courses being offered around Alberta.
Lifesaving National Lifeguard Pool
National Lifeguard Pool trains lifeguards in safety supervision and rescue in a pool environment.
Prerequisite(s): Bronze Cross (need not be current), current AB workplace approved Intermediate First Aid , and minimum 15 years of age. We do not recommend taking this course until almost 16 years of age. Skills may be forgotten & lost prior to hiring.
Check the www.lifesaving.org for courses being offered around Alberta.
We have a subsidy program for low income Town of Edson or Yellowhead County Residents to help cover the cost of swimming lessons and other programs. Households can apply for up to $450 that can be used for Community Services programming.
How to apply?
1. Find out more information HERE
2. If you are eligible, fill it out.
3. Save it.
4. Email the application form & a copy of the required documentation to cserv@edson.ca or drop off at the Leisure Centre with "Attention Shawna" written on it.
Contact Us
Address: 1021 - 49 Street
Mail: P.O. Box 6300, Edson, AB T7E 1A0
Phone: 1-780-723-7665
Extension #1 - Reception
Extension #2 - Aquatics Supervisor Katie Barnes
Extension #3 - Recreation Administrative Assistant Shawna Ford
Extension #4- Recreation Manager Vicky Bird