ACTIVITIES
SPRING
SUMMER
Obstacle course and playground module
Obstacle course and playground module
Access is limited because of the summer camp. The general public DOES NOT HAVE ACCESS to buildings, the obstacle course and playground equipment on the day following the St-Jean-Baptiste holiday until mid-August, Monday to Friday 6:45 a.m. to 6 p.m. Limited access from June 25 to mid-August
During this period, visitors can only park and access the trails.
For the schedule outside the day camp, as well as rules and ongoing daily and seasonal rates, visit the “Plan your visit” section.
Aquafitness and aquastroller classes
Schedule and location
Classes take place at parc nature les Forestiers-de-Saint-Lazare (2800 Chemin Lotbinière)
They start the week of June 28th
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Aquafitness for seniors 9:15 to 10:10 a.m.
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Aquafitness for adults* (*more intense) 9:15 to 10:10 a.m. |
Aquastroller parent-baby (*the baby must be able to hold his head) 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. |
Aquafitness for seniors 9:15 to 10:10 a.m.
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| 7 classes for $30 | 7 classes for $40 | 7 classes for $40 |
7 classes for $30 |
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COVID-19
Due to COVID-19, various recommendations were issued by the Lifesaving Society Canada and the Association des responsables aquatiques du Québec.
1. A distance of 2 metres between participants must be respected at all times. As a result, the number of people in the pool will be limited.
2. Prohibition of access to aquatic facilities for swimmers with COVID-19 symptoms
3. Hygiene and distancing measures
• Wearing a mask is strongly recommended if the distance of 2 m cannot be respected. The mask should not be worn in the pool.
• Stay within 2 metres in an outside of the pool
• Avoid touching your face
• Sneeze and cough in your elbow
• Discard your tissues after use
• Use alcohol-based disinfectant and wash your hands frequently.
4. Levels of disinfectants used to treat water in public pools and spas, as prescribed in provincial regulations, are meant to inactivate coronaviruses such as SARS-CoV-2
5. People 65 years of age and older are not advised to participate in organized activities.
6. Only washrooms will be accessible, it is recommended that the participant arrive wearing their bathing suit under their clothes.
7. It is recommended that the bather bring their identified water bottle; it will not be possible to drink directly from the water fountain.
Costs
| Saint-Lazare and Les Cèdres residents | |
| 7 classes | Adult (18+): $40 Seniors (60+): $30 |
| 14 classes | Adult (18+): $65 Seniors (60+): $50 |
| Non-residents | |
| 7 classes | Adult (18+): $50 Seniors (60+): $40 |
| 14 classes | Adult (18+): $80 Seniors (60+): $65 |
Registration
Saint-Lazare and Les Cèdres residents
Starting on Thursday, April 1st, 2021, 8 a.m., online until May 24th. Need help? Contact our team during business hours at 450-424-8000 ext 217.
Saint-Lazare Resident card is required for the registration.
Les Cèdres residents must this online form https://ville.saint-lazare.qc.ca/en/natation-lc to have access to the online registration process.
Non-residents
May register starting in May 3rd, 2021:
Non-residents must complete this online form www.ville.saint-lazare.qc.ca/en/natation-nr to have access to the online registration process.
- Official registration deadline until May 24, 2021
- Places are limited
- A minimum number of participants is required for a class to be given
Swimming lessons (Red Cross) for youth
Preschool and junior level swimming lessons
Classes are held Saturday and Sunday at the pool in Parc nature les Forestiers-de-Saint-Lazare, located at 2800 Chemin Lotbinière, the week of June 28th.
Registration online starting on Thursday, April 1st, 8 a.m.
COVID-19
Due to COVID-19, various recommendations were issued by the Lifesaving Society Canada and the Association des responsables aquatiques du Québec.
* Parents will be required to accompany their children in the swimming pool up to and including the Junior 4 level. *
1. A distance of 2 metres between participants must be respected at all times. As a result, the number of people in the pool will be limited.
2. Prohibition of access to aquatic facilities for swimmers with COVID-19 symptoms
3. Hygiene and distancing measures
• Wearing a mask is strongly recommended if the distance of 2 m cannot be respected. The mask should not be worn in the pool.
• Stay within 2 metres in an outside of the pool
• Avoid touching your face
• Sneeze and cough in your elbow
• Discard your tissues after use
• Use alcohol-based disinfectant and wash your hands frequently.
4. Levels of disinfectants used to treat water in public pools and spas, as prescribed in provincial regulations, are meant to inactivate coronaviruses such as SARS-CoV-2
5. People 65 years of age and older are not advised to participate in organized activities.
6. Only washrooms will be accessible, it is recommended that the participant arrive wearing their bathing suit under their clothes.
7. It is recommended that the bather bring their identified water bottle; it will not be possible to drink directly from the water fountain.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Preschool level
Since every level of the preschool program centres around age-specific guidelines based on certain characteristics of child development, you must register your child for the level that corresponds to his/her age, when you feel he/she is ready for that particular level.
PRE-REQUISITES:
If this is the first time your child takes Red Cross swimming lessons (and wishes to sign up for the following classes) he/she will be assessed during the placement test held on Saturday, June 12 from 9:00 a.m. to noon:
- Sea Otter
- Salamander
- Sunfish
- All junior levels
Preshool levels (download the prerequisites here) normally offered
In the event of any differences in translations or interpretations, the French version shall prevail.
| Level | Age, parents’ presence required and schedule |
| Starfish | 4-12 months (Parent participation required in the pool) Progression based on age. Babies must be able to hold their head upright. Planned schedule: Saturday, 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m. |
| Duck |
12-24 months (Parent participation required in the pool) Planned schedule: Sunday, 12:30 to 1 p.m. |
| Sea Turtle |
24-36 months (Parent participation required in the pool) Planned schedule: Sunday, 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. |
| Sea Otter | 3-5 years (Parent participation required in the pool)
Planned schedule: Sunday, 10:45 to 11:15 a.m. |
| Salamander | 3-5 years (Parent participation required in the pool) Have passed Sea Otter OR …
Planned schedule: Saturday, 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. |
| Sunfish | 3-6 years (Parent participation required in the pool) Have passed Salamander OR …
Planned schedule: Sunday, 9:15 to 9:45 a.m. |
Junior levels
Since the program is designed according to skills acquired in the previous level, it is essential that children successfully fulfill the requirements (skills and knowledge) of every level.
- Completion of a preschool level class is not required for registration in Junior 1.
PRE-REQUISITES: download here
If this is the first time your child takes Red Cross swimming lessons (and wishes to sign up for any Junior class) he will be assessed during the placement test held on Saturday, June 12 from 9:00 a.m. to noon:
In the event of any differences in translations or interpretations, the French version shall prevail.
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Junior 1 ( 6 y.o. +) |
Planned schedule (3 options): Sunday 8:45 to 9:15 a.m. OR Saturday 10:30 to 11 a.m. or Sunday 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. |
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| Junior 2 | Successful completion of Sunfish Level OR Junior 1 OR …
Planned schedule (2 options): Saturday 8:45 to 9:15 a.m. OR Sunday, noon to 12:30 p.m. |
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| Junior 3 |
Successful completion of Crocodile Level OR Junior 2 OR …
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| Junior 4 |
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| Junior 5 |
Succesful completion of Junior 4
Planned schedule (2 options): Saturday, 11 to 11:45 a.m. OR Sunday, 11:45 to 12:30 p.m. |
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| Junior 6 |
Successful completion of Junior 5
Planned schedule (2 options): Saturday, noon to 12:45 p.m. OR Sunday, 9:45 to 10:30 a.m. |
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| Junior 7-10 |
PRE-REQUISITES: download here Offered if demand is high enough. Junior 7 –Planned schedule: Sunday 8:45 to 9:30 a.m. Junior 8 – Planned schedule: Saturday 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. Junior 9-10 – Planned schedule: Saturday 8:45 to 9:30 a.m. |
Rate for Saint-Lazare and Les Cèdres residents
| Preschool and Junior 1-2-3 levels | Junior levels 4 to 10 |
| 1st child: $40/ session for 8 classes 2nd child: $35/ session for 8 classes 3rd child: $30/ session for 8 classes |
1st child: $60/ session 2nd child: $55/ session 3rd child: $50/ session |
Rate for non-residents
| Preschool and Junior 1-2-3 levels | Junior Levels 4 to 10 |
| $55 / session / child | $70 / session / child |
Registration
Saint-Lazare and Les Cèdres residents
Starting on Thursday, April 1st, 2021, at 8 a.m., online until May 24
Saint-Lazare Resident card required for the registration of Saint-Lazare children.
Les Cèdres residents must complete the online registration form: https://ville.saint-lazare.qc.ca/en/natation-lc
Non-residents
As of May 3, 2021.
Non-residents must complete the online registration form : www.ville.saint-lazare.qc.ca/en/natation-nr.
- Places are limited. A minimum number of participants is required for a class to be given
Information
450-424-8000, ext. 217
Outdoor pool – free swim and swimming lanes
The pool is closed. The reopening is scheduled forJune 2021.
Summer trekking and walking trails
Summer trekking / walking trails
Access is limited because of the summer camp. The general public DOES NOT HAVE ACCESS to buildings, the obstacle course and playground equipment on the day following the St-Jean-Baptiste holiday until mid-August, Monday to Friday 6:45 a.m. to 6 p.m. Limited access from June 25 to mid-August
During this period, visitors can only park and access the trails.
An accessible portable outdoor toilet will be available alongside the parking lot at the end of June.
For the schedule outside the day camp, as well as rules and ongoing daily and seasonal rates, visit the “Plan your visit” section.
FALL
ENIGMA … NATURE … MASTER : 3 rallies to discover this fall
Outdoor enthusiasts? Experienced walkers? Looking for a new place to walk with your family and enjoy the great outdoors? Saint-Lazare invites you to conquer the trails of les Forestiers-de-Saint-Lazare nature park, while combining the useful with the pleasant, either by taking part in one of 3 rallies composed of enigmas to be elucidated:
| RALLY NAME | Explanation | Questions / Answers |
| Nature – 12 question – Trail R1 (1,1 km) | Rules | Nature Rally |
| Enigma – 25 questions – Trail 1 (1,6 km) | Rules | Enigma Rally |
| Master – 25 questions – Trail R2 (3 km) | Rules | Master Rally |
It’s simple, free and safe! Beware of wrong answers … there are consequences! Nothing to manipulate, a good exercise for the body and mind, while respecting the 2 meters’ distance!
To view some pictures taken by our teams and some rally participants, visit the page dedicated to the nature park Les Forestiers-de-Saint-Lazare at: www.facebook.com/lesforestiers
To view the trail map, visit : lesforestiers.ville.saint-lazare.qc.ca/en/Carte-des-sentiers
WINTER
Snowshoe trail
Snowshoe trail
The trails are open from sunrise to sunset.
Refer to the “Plan your visit” section for:
- The trail map
- Daily and seasonal rates
- Ski equipment rental
- Facility opening hours (site, reception chalet, locker rooms, etc.)
- The rules
Refer to the “Trails/Ice/Pool conditions” section for:
- The trail conditions
- The open / closed status
- Last grooming operation
- Recommended wax
Cross-country ski trails
Cross-country ski trails
Trails are open from sunset to sundown.
Refer to to the “Plan your visit” section for:
- The trail map
- Daily and seasonal rates
- Ski equipment rental
- Facility opening hours (site, reception chalet, locker rooms, etc.)
- The rules
Refer to the “Trails/Ice/Pool conditions” section for:
- The trail conditions
- The open / closed status
- Last grooming operation
- Recommended wax
Snow tubing
Snow tubing
The tube is included in the rate. d’entrée au site.
Refer to to the “Plan your visit” section for:
- Daily and seasonal rates
- Accepted methods of payment
- Facility opening hours (site, reception chalet, locker rooms, etc.)
- The rules
Refer to the “Trails/Ice/Pool conditions” section for:
- The snow conditions
The open / closed status
Cross-country skiing lessons
Not available for 2020-2021.
Ice ring (lighted)
Skating
Skate learning supports are included in the site entrance fee.
Refer to the “Plan your visit” section for:
- Daily and seasonal rates
- Accepted methods of payment
- Facility opening hours (site, reception chalet, locker rooms, etc.)
- The skating rink lighting schedule
- The rules
Refer to the “Trails/Ice/Pool conditions” section for:
- The ice conditions
The open / closed status
FESTIVITIES
Great walk (Grande marche) Pierre Lavoie
Inspired by the Grand défi Pierre Lavoie
Walk in the hiking trails.
1 km course (accessible to people with reduced mobility).
Course of 5 km.
Hiking shoes.
Sports stroller (if required).
Dogs are not allowed.
Warming session.
Snacks and surprises.
Questions: 450-424-8000 ext. 220