Westmount Recreation Centre

Westmount Recreation Centre is a versatile community facility in Montreal's affluent Westmount neighborhood, perfect for active families visiting Quebec. With swimming pools, ice skating rinks, gymnastics programs, and various sports activities, it offers excellent indoor options regardless of weather, making it ideal for keeping kids entertained during your Canadian visit.

• ✓Indoor swimming pools with designated family swim times
• ✓Ice skating rinks offering public skating sessions and skate rentals
• ✓Gymnastics facilities with classes for various skill levels
• ✓Multi-purpose sports areas for basketball, volleyball, and other activities
• ✓Clean, well-maintained facilities with family-friendly change rooms

1. 1.Note the limited Friday hours (8 AM to 1 PM) and weekend closures. Plan your visit Monday through Thursday for the most availability and program options.
2. 2.English services are readily available in Westmount, which is historically an English-speaking enclave within French-speaking Montreal, making it comfortable for international visitors.
3. 3.Drop-in rates are available for swimming and skating, but many programs require advance registration. Check the Westmount website or call ahead to confirm times and availability.
4. 4.Bring Canadian dollars for payment as some facilities may not accept foreign credit cards. ATMs are available nearby on Sainte-Catherine Street.
5. 5.Street parking can be challenging. Look for the municipal parking lot behind the centre or use the Westmount metro station (Green Line) which is a 10-minute walk away.

Visit on weekday mornings (Tuesday through Thursday, 9 AM to 11 AM) when the facility is less crowded and public swim or skate times are typically offered. Winter months (December to March) are excellent for enjoying the indoor pools and ice rinks while escaping cold weather.

Admission fees vary by activity (typically $5 to $10 CAD per person for drop-in sessions). The facility has change rooms and basic amenities but no on-site food service, so plan to eat before or after your visit at nearby Westmount restaurants.

Year-round facility with consistent programming. Ice skating is most popular during winter months (November through March). Summer may have modified schedules or reduced programming as locals take vacations. Check for holiday closures during major Canadian holidays.

Greene Avenue (a 5-minute walk) offers family-friendly options like Vua Sandwiches for Vietnamese banh mi or Westmount Pizza for casual dining. Sherbrooke Street West also has numerous cafes and restaurants including kid-approved chains.