YWCA Swim

Registered Aquatics

Take Your Swimming to the Next Level

With our group swim programs, you can learn to swim, improve your swimming ability or advance to the next level of fitness and skill. The YWCA Swim Programs were developed by our expert Aquatics team. The four levels are designed to support you in meeting your swim goals whether you're a beginner or seasoned swimmer! Our experienced lifeguards have been trained in the YWCA Swim Programs and are certified in Water Safety Instruction & Coaching. They can accommodate varying skill and fitness levels - you'll get the guidance, support and motivation to succeed. Class sizes have been reduced to support a safe learning environment.

Members can book on our YWCA Health + Fitness Centre mobile app under "Programs". Non-members please call Member Services at 604-895-5777. Please email bookings@ywcavan.org for any registration issues.

POLICIES

  • We cannot guarantee a specific instructor or the same instructor for all of your group lessons. All instructors are trained to teach to lesson plans and can pick up from your previous session.
  • The facility is closed on Statutory Holidays
  • Read our Registration Policy for more information.
Explore Programs

YWCA SWIM LEVEL 1 | LEARN

The program is designed for new and beginner level swimmer. Increase your confidence and overall swimming ability with basic water management and stroke introduction, progressions and development.

Testimonial:

"Great classes taught by experienced instructors. Very convenient location and clean facility. Staff are friendly and helpful. The app also makes it easy to look up and book classes!"

- Lucy

Schedule
Mondays, 5 - 6PM
Session I: Jan 15 - Mar 4 (7 classes, no class Feb 19)
Session II: Mar 11 - April 29 (8 classes)

Wednesdays, 5 - 6PM
Session I: Jan 10 - Feb 28 (8 classes)
Session II: Mar 6 - April 24 (8 classes)

Fridays, 5 - 6PM
Mar 1 - Apr 26 (8 classes, no class Mar 29)

Saturdays, 12 - 1PM
Mar 9 - Apr 27 (8 classes)

Sundays, 12 - 1PM
Session I: Jan 7 - Feb 25 (8 classes)
Session II: Mar 3 - Apr 28 (8 classes, no class Mar 31)
Location
Pool
Pre-requisite
No swim experience needed
Fee
7 classes: Member $210 | Non-member $269.50
8 classes: Member $240 | Non-member $308

YWCA SWIM LEVEL 2 | DEVELOP

Continue to learn and develop your strokes with progressive drills in a group setting while building endurance. You’ll get a good workout with each class and have variety to your routine! 

Testimonial:

"The program is not only a welcoming and supportive environment to develop swimming technique, but an opportunity to be part of a diverse community of individuals with shared interests, thereby meeting both physical and social needs."

Samantha

Schedule
Mondays, 6:30 - 7:30PM
Session I: Jan 15 - Mar 4 (7 classes, no class Feb 19)
Session II: Mar 11 - Apr 29 (8 classes)

Wednesdays, 6:30 - 7:30PM
Session I: Jan 10 - Feb 28 (8 classes)
Session II: Mar 6 - Apr 24 (8 classes)

Fridays, 6:30 - 7:30PM
Session I: Jan 5 - Feb 23 (8 classes)
Session II: Mar 1 - Apr 26 (7 classes, no class Mar 29)
Location
Pool
Pre-requisite
Able to swim 25m, comfortable in deep water.
Fee
7 classes: Member $210 | Non-member $269.50
8 classes: Member $240 | Non-member $308

YWCA SWIM COMBO LEVEL 2/3 | DEVELOP & MASTER

Three lanes are reserved for this program. Participants are split into two groups and given two separate workouts. Using a variety of equipment with the introduction of pace clocks to improve efficiency and endurance.

Testimonial:

"I really enjoy the people in the swim group and the workouts the instructor designs for us! I have improved greatly in my technique and this makes swimming so much more enjoyable. I highly recommend this swim program. It is fun to swim with others. It pushes me to get more out of my swim workouts. I never mind getting up early to swim!"

- Daniel

Schedule
Mondays, 12 - 1PM
Session I: Jan 15 - Mar 4 (7 classes, no class Feb 19)
Session II: Mar 11 - Apr 29 (8 classes)

Tuesdays, 6:30 - 7:30PM
Session I: Jan 9 - Feb 27 (8 classes)
Session II: Mar 5 - Apr 30 (9 classes)

Thursdays, 6:30 - 7:30PM
Session I: Jan 11 - Feb 29 (8 classes)
Session II: Mar 7 - Apr 25 (8 classes)

Fridays, 7:45 - 8:45AM
Session I: Jan 5 - Feb 23 (8 classes)
Session II: Mar 1 - Apr 26 (8 classes, no class Mar 29)
Location
Pool
Pre-requisite
Level 2: able to swim 25m, comfortable in deep water
Level 3: able to swim 50m with ease, familiar with some of the swim stokes, comfortable in deep water
Fee
7 classes: Member $210 | Non-member $269.50
8 classes: Member $240 | Non-member $308
9 classes: Member $270 | Non-member $346.50

YWCA SWIM LEVEL 3 | MASTER

Designed for intermediate/advanced swimmers looking to train with ongoing stroke correction, group challenges and more. Great training for a triathlon event and for those who want to improve their swim fitness!

Testimonial:

"The Level 3 swim program put on at the YWCA has been part of my weekly routine for almost 15 years. The level of teaching and coaching is of the highest level and seamlessly designed for swimmers of all abilities. As important as the teaching and coaching are, the swimmers and coaches have formed close bonds which has extended outside the pool with social outings and even swim competitions. The programs challenge all while adding fun to the process. Thank you to the YWCA team and to all involved for creating and scheduling a program that include substantial benefits for all involved."

- Don

Schedule
Mondays, 6:30 - 7:30AM
Session I: Jan 8 - Feb 26 (7 classes)
Session II: Mar 4 - Apr 29 (9 classes)

Wednesdays, 6:30 - 7:30AM
Session I: Jan 3 - Feb 28 (9 classes)
Session II: Mar 6 - Apr 24 (8 classes)

Fridays, 6:30 - 7:30AM
Session I: Jan 5 - Feb 23 (8 classes)
Session II: Mar 1 - Apr 26 (8 classes, no class Mar 29)
Location
Pool
Pre-requisite
Able to swim 100m with ease, familiar with four swim strokes, comfortable in deep water
Fee
8 classes: Member $240 | Non-member $308
9 classes: Member $270 | Non-member $346.50