Lac du Bonnet beach/Town Dock
LIFEGUARDS ON DUTY
7 days/week
(Subject to change dependant on staffing)
June 30-August 26
9:30am-5:30pm
7 days/week
(Subject to change dependant on staffing)
June 30-August 26
9:30am-5:30pm
2025 Swimming Lessons
Winnipeg River Recreation
55B McArthur Avenue
Box 852
Lac du Bonnet, MB R0E 1A0
Payment can be made by:
cash
cheque: made payable to Winnipeg River Recreation (WRRD), or
E-transfer sent to [email protected] using the password Swimming
Please call our office with any questions at 204-345-8816.
55B McArthur Avenue
Box 852
Lac du Bonnet, MB R0E 1A0
Payment can be made by:
cash
cheque: made payable to Winnipeg River Recreation (WRRD), or
E-transfer sent to [email protected] using the password Swimming
Please call our office with any questions at 204-345-8816.
Lifesaving Society Swim for Life lessons
Two week lessons taught by our Swim for Life Instructors (Monday-Friday).
2025 Session Dates
Session 1: July 7-18
Session 2: July 21-August 1
Session 3: August 4-15
Session 1: July 7-18
Session 2: July 21-August 1
Session 3: August 4-15
Regular two week lessons are being offered FREE of charge for 2025
To allow for as many children as possible to receive swimming lessons, registration is limited to one session of lessons per child. Spots in each level in a session are limited.
To allow for as many children as possible to receive swimming lessons, registration is limited to one session of lessons per child. Spots in each level in a session are limited.
Lessons times will be posted on our website/Facebook page and emailed to participants a minimum of 1 week before each session. Lessons typically take place between 9:45am and 2:00pm with higher levels running first followed by lower levels.
Private Swimming Lessons
As an alternative to group lessons, a limited number of private lessons are available for individuals who require or want more personalized instruction on a one-on-one basis. Swimming Lessons take place at the Lac du Bonnet Town Dock/Beach.
Specific dates and times for the Private Swim Lessons will be on a first come, first serve basis and will need to be pre-paid. Class times and availability are limited
Specific dates and times for the Private Swim Lessons will be on a first come, first serve basis and will need to be pre-paid. Class times and availability are limited
Two Week Private Lessons:
10 classes of 30-minute one-on-one lessons taught by our Swim for Life Instructors during our regular swimming sessions (Monday-Friday for two weeks).
10 classes of 30-minute one-on-one lessons taught by our Swim for Life Instructors during our regular swimming sessions (Monday-Friday for two weeks).
Lessons are offered for children 3 years & over and adults of all ages and abilities based on the Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Program and includes:
Preschool lessons for children 3-5 years *must be 3 years or older by start of lesson
Swimmer 1-6 lessons for children 6 years and older *must be 6 years or older by start of lesson
Adult Swimmer for people over 16 years
Preschool lessons for children 3-5 years *must be 3 years or older by start of lesson
Swimmer 1-6 lessons for children 6 years and older *must be 6 years or older by start of lesson
Adult Swimmer for people over 16 years
Cost: $150
Session 1: July 7-18
Session 2: July 21-August 1
Session 3: August 4-15
Session 1: July 7-18
Session 2: July 21-August 1
Session 3: August 4-15
Time Slots:
3:00-3:30pm- one spot open
3:30-4:00pm- one spot open
4:00-4:30pm- one spot open
4:30-5:00pm- one spot open
3:00-3:30pm- one spot open
3:30-4:00pm- one spot open
4:00-4:30pm- one spot open
4:30-5:00pm- one spot open
One Week Private Lessons: August 18-22
5 classes of 55 minute one-on-one swimming lessons taught by our Swim for Life Instructors Monday-Friday
5 classes of 55 minute one-on-one swimming lessons taught by our Swim for Life Instructors Monday-Friday
Lessons are offered for children 6 years & over and adults of all ages and abilities based on the Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Program and includes:
Swimmer 1-6 lessons for children 6 years and older *must be 6 years or older by start of lesson
Adult Swimmer for people over 16 years
Swimmer 1-6 lessons for children 6 years and older *must be 6 years or older by start of lesson
Adult Swimmer for people over 16 years
Dates: August 18-22
Cost: $140
Time Slots:
9:45-10:40am- two spots open
11:00-11:55am- two spots open
1:00-1:55pm- two spots open
2:15-3:10pm- two spots open
Cost: $140
Time Slots:
9:45-10:40am- two spots open
11:00-11:55am- two spots open
1:00-1:55pm- two spots open
2:15-3:10pm- two spots open
Cancellations can be made up to 14 days prior to the session start date to receive a refund minus a $10 administration fee. After that point refunds for cancellations due to illness or injury will be will be on a case by case basis.
Payment must be received within 10 days of confirmation being sent in order to secure lesson registrations. If payment is not received within 10 days, the spot(s) will be reopened for others to register.
Occasionally individual lessons may need to be shortened or cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control (eg. dangerous weather or poor air quality due to wildfire smoke). Make up classes may be offered when possible but are not guaranteed.
Payment must be received within 10 days of confirmation being sent in order to secure lesson registrations. If payment is not received within 10 days, the spot(s) will be reopened for others to register.
Occasionally individual lessons may need to be shortened or cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control (eg. dangerous weather or poor air quality due to wildfire smoke). Make up classes may be offered when possible but are not guaranteed.
Q: it's raining out and/or stormy weather. Are swimming lessons cancelled?
A: Swimming lessons do not get cancelled for rain. They DO get cancelled if there is thunder or lightning. The lifeguards have to clear the water for 30 minutes after hearing thunder/seeing lightning so sometimes that means a last minute cancellation, or that some lessons during the day are cancelled and others run. We know that this can be frustrating for people who have to travel in for lessons, but it is out of our (and our lifeguard/instructors) control.
A: Swimming lessons do not get cancelled for rain. They DO get cancelled if there is thunder or lightning. The lifeguards have to clear the water for 30 minutes after hearing thunder/seeing lightning so sometimes that means a last minute cancellation, or that some lessons during the day are cancelled and others run. We know that this can be frustrating for people who have to travel in for lessons, but it is out of our (and our lifeguard/instructors) control.
Swimming Lessons and Lifeguards are possible thanks to the support of:
