Ottawa 
Events Description
This August, kids swim free at our Nepean Aquatic Centre (Hippo in the Bathtub). Come see us at 52 Antares Drive for a free swim class. All levels welcome – classes are for children ages 4 months to 14 years old.
To take advantage of the free swim classes, please
1) FOLLOW us on social media (Facebook OR Instagram)
2) WATCH for the letter of the day
3) REGISTER your child for a free swim class when it’s their letter day!
This free event begins on Tuesday August 4th and for 26 straight days, there will be a daily letter posted to our social media accounts. Daily letters will not follow alphabetical order so keep a close eye so you don’t miss your child’s free swim class day!
Event Terms & Conditions:
– Limit of one free group class per child
– Child’s legal first name must start with the letter of the day in order to receive the free class that day
– Subject to class availability and capacity
– Children must be able to safely learn in a group environment
– If a child has not swam with us within the past year, they will have to complete a complimentary swim level evaluation prior to booking the free class (or receive level confirmation from office by email).
Who is it for?
Family & kids
HOW MUCH
Tickets : Free
Free class for children 4 months old to 14 years old.
How to get tickets?
Email: info@hippointhebathtub.ca
WHEN & WHERE
Date: Tuesday August 4, 2026 to Saturday August 29, 2026
August 4 – 28, 2026. Weekdays are 9:00 – 8:00pm and weekends are 9:00am – 3:00pm.
Venue & Address
Hippo in the Bathtub Aquatic Centre, 52 Antares Drive – Unit 2, Ottawa, ON K2E 7Z1
Wheelchair not accessible
Free Parking
Accessible by Public Transport
