Program Information
For new swimmers interested in joining the VPSC program.
At this time, our assessments are CLOSED. If you are interested in our next intake, please contact: info@vancouverpacificswimclub.com
Swim School:
Swimmers born between 2016 - 2019. Age 5-8 (Age as of Dec 31, 2024)
Swimmers in this group will be taught skills foundational to competitive swimming, and prepare swimmers for entry into our Minis Program. Swimmers will receive direct instruction from a coach at a group ratio of no more than 8 swimmers to one coach.
Registration Requirements:
- Swim 25m of the pool unassisted safely
- Swim unassisted in deep water safely
- Flutter kick on their stomach (with a kick board) & on their back
- Be comfortable jumping in the water unassisted
*No prior assessment is required. However, we reserve the right to withdraw or deregister any swimmers that do not meet our entry requirements and/or are not deemed safe to be in the water during the first week of classes. This would be discussed between the coaches and Program Director and promptly communicated to the parent/guardian.
Schedule: click here.
For more detailed information, please contact our Swim School Director:
Coach Kaitlyn (kaitlynmak@vancouverpacificswimclub.com)
Minis Program:
Swimmers born between 2014-2017 and will serve as our first level of competitive swimming for swimmers in grades 2-5.
- Platinum
- Gold
- Silver 1/2
Registration Requirements:
- Undergo an assessment prior to registration to assess fit within the program.
For more detailed information or to schedule a trial session, please contact our Minis Program Director:
Coach Kaitlyn (kaitlynmak@vancouverpacificswimclub.com)
Masters Program:
The VPSC Fitness Training Program is a swim program designed for high school aged for swimmers who are born in 2011 or earlier. This program is a non-competitive program which will run almost exclusively at UBC on Saturday and Sunday weekly.
For more detailed information or to schedule a trial session, please contact our Senior Program Director:
Coach Kyle (kylecheng@vancouverpacificswimclub.com)
Youth Program:
Swimmers born in 2012-2013 and will mostly consist of swimmers in grades 6 & 7.
- Youth Performance
- Youth Development A
- Youth Development B
Registration Requirements:
- Have competitive swimming experience.
- Undergo a trial session prior to registration to assess fit within the program.
For more detailed information or to schedule a trial session, please contact our Youth Program Director:
Coach Ashleigh (ashleighgow@vancouverpacificswimclub.com)
Junior Program:
Swimmers born in 2010 & 2011 and will mostly consist of swimmers born in grades 8 & 9 and will service swimmers typically entering their first or second year of high school.
- Junior Elite
- Junior Performance
- Junior Development
Registration Requirements:
- Have competitive swimming experience.
- Undergo a trial session prior to registration to assess fit within the program.
For more detailed information or to schedule a trial session, please contact our Junior Program Director:
Coach Ryan (ryangurney@vancouverpacificswimclub.com)
Senior Program:
Swimmers born in 2009 or earlier, primarily consists of swimmers in grade 10 and above.
- Senior Elite
- Senior Performance
- Senior Development
Registration Requirements:
- Have competitive swimming experience.
- Undergo a trial session prior to registration to assess fit within the program.
For more detailed information or to schedule a trial session, please contact our Senior Program Director:
Coach Kyle (kylecheng@vancouverpacificswimclub.com)