Program Information

For new swimmers interested in joining the VPSC program.

At this time, our assessments are OPEN. If you are interested in our next intake, please contact: info@vancouverpacificswimclub.com

Spring Clinic
Held during March Break.

Our Spring Clinic is tailored for SwimBC-registered athletes (age of 6-17) looking to enhance their stroke technique and solidify the fundamentals of all four competitive strokes. With an emphasis on stroke correction and technical precision, this clinic is ideal for swimmers seeking to improve their technique before heading back into their regular training.

Summer Camps
Offered throughout July and August.

Our Summer Camps are open to the public (age 7-16) and provide a fun yet focused environment for swimmers of all levels. Athletes will work on refining individual strokes, improving overall technique, and participating in dryland training designed to develop movement patterns essential for success in the water. These camps are a great way for swimmers to stay active, advance their swim skills, and enhance their physical abilities during off season.

The program will run July 7 - August 15, 2025. All levels are offered in both morning and afternoon. Pool sessions at Saint Georges. Dryland program will run out of Chaldecott Park. 

Any questions regarding our Camps and Clinics, please contact: kylecheng@vancouverpacificswimclub.com

Swim School Program:
Age 5-7 (Age as of Dec 31, 2025)

The VPSC Swim School serves as the entrance level program for competitive swimming. It is not a learn to swim program, but a learn to competitive swim program (swimmers are required to have some swimming background whether it be lessons, swimming recreationally at pools or lakes, or with another swim program previously). In this program, they will be taught skills foundational to competitive swimming, while building confidence and comfortability in the water

The VPSC Swim School Program is for swimmers aged 5-7 years of age and will be offered over 2 separate sessions (Fall-Winter/Spring). Each session will run for 16-17 weeks with swimmers having the option of registering for 1-3 classes per week depending on their swimming level, with each session running for 45 minutes. 

Groups:

• Swim School 1 (SS1): 5-6 yrs old as of December 31, 2025
• Swim School 2 (SS2): 5-7 yrs old as of December 31, 2025

Requirements: 

• Assessment and placement required. 
• SS1 Prerequisites: 
  • Swim 25m of the pool unassisted safely
  • Swim unassisted in deep water safely
  • Flutter kick on their stomach (with a kickboard) & on their back
  • Be comfortable jumping in the water unassisted
• SS2 Prerequisites:
  • Swimmers must be able to:
    • swim 2 x 25m of the pool unassisted safely
    • swim 25m of freestyle
    • swim 25m of backstroke
    • attempt 10m of dolphin kick
    • attempt 10m of breaststroke kick
    • attempt a sitting dive or knee dive

*Assessment date differs depending on session*
 

2025-26 Fall-Winter Session Schedule: TBA

For more detailed information, please contact our Swim School 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)

Minis Program:
Swimmers born between 2015-2018 and will serve as our first level of competitive swimming for swimmers in grades 2-5. 

• Platinum
• Gold
• Silver
• Bronze 

Registration Requirements: 

• Undergo an assessment prior to registration to assess fit within the program.
• Minis Bronze: ages 6-8 years as of December 31, 2025
  • Able to swim 2 x 25m of freestyle, 2x25m of backstroke, 25m of whip kick & 25m of dolphin kick, attempt breaststroke swim, as well as diving from the blocks. Selection into this group is at the discretion of the Head Coach/Program Director & the Minis Program Director
• Minis Silver: ages 7-9 years as of December 31, 2025
  • Able to swim 2 x 25m of freestyle, 2x25m of backstroke, 2x25m of breaststroke, 2x25m dolphin kick as well as diving from the blocks. Selection into this group is at the discretion of the Head Coach/Program Director & the Minis Program Director
• Minis Gold: ages 8-10 years as of December 31, 2025
  •  Swimmers must be able to swim all 4 strokes as well as a 100 IM and perform dives and turns. effectively. Swimmers who are working towards and are on the cusp of achieving their Lower Mainland Region (LMR) standard of swimming a 200 IM under 4:00. Selection into this group is at the discretion of the Head Coach/Program Director & the Minis Program Director
• Minis Platinum: ages 9-10 years as of December 31, 2025
  • Qualify for Lower Mainland Region (LMR) in the 200 IM for regional competitions and showvcommitment towards continual improvement. Selection into this group is at the discretion of the Head Coach /Program Director & the Minis Program Director. 

For more detailed information or to schedule a trial session, please contact our Minis Program Director:

Coach Kaitlyn (kaitlynmak@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 2011 & 2012 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 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 info@vancouverpacificswimclub.com

Senior Program:
Swimmers born in 2009 or earlier, primarily consists of swimmers in grade 10 and above.

• Senior Performance

Registration Requirements: 

• Qualified for Divisionals for their age group.
• 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)