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 and Masters programs were developed by our expert Aquatics team. Levels are designed to support you in meeting your swim goals whether you're a beginner or seasoned swimmer! Our experienced and trained lifeguards 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.

To book download our YWCA Health + Fitness Centre mobile app on the Apple Store or Google Play Store. Create an account and enter your payment information. Got questions? Email bookings@ywcavan.org for help.

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.

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YWCA SWIM LEVEL 1 | LEARN

This program is designed for the new swimmer or those with little formal swim training. Increase your confidence in the water and become proficient with basic swim strokes.

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, 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Set I: Sept 14 – Oct 26 (6 sessions); No Class Oct 12 (Thanksgiving)
Set II: Nov 2 – Dec 21 (8 sessions)

Wednesdays, 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Set I: Sept 9 – Oct 28 (7 sessions); No class Sept 30 (Truth & Reconciliation)
Set II: Nov 4 – Dec 23 (6 sessions); No class Nov 11 (Remembrance Day)

Thursday, 12:00 – 1:00 pm (4-week series)
Set I: Sept 10 – Oct 1
Set II: Oct 8 – Oct 29
Set III: Nov 5 – Nov 26

Fridays, 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Set I: Sept 11 – Oct 30 (8 sessions)
Set II: Nov 6 – Dec 18 (7 sessions)

Saturdays, 8:00 – 9:00 am
Set I: Sept 12 – Oct 31 (7 sessions); No class Oct 17 (annual power shutdown)
Set II: Nov 7 – Dec 19 (7 sessions)

Sundays, 8:00 – 9:00 am
Set I: Sept 13 – Oct 25 (7 sessions)
Set II: Nov 1 – Dec 20 (8 sessions)

Instructor

Lifeguard

Location

Pool

Pre-requisite

No swim experience needed

Fee

4 classes: Member $120 | Non-member $154 (4 week series classes)
6 classes: Member $180 | Non-member $231
7 classes: Member $210 | Non-member $269.50
8 classes: Member $240 | Non-member $308

YWCA SWIM LEVEL 2 | DEVELOP

This program is for the swimmer who is ready for the next step. You will further develop freestyle and backstroke and will be introduced to breaststroke and learn new swimming progressions.

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, 5:15 – 6:15 pm
Set I: Sept 14 – Oct 26 (6 sessions); No Class Oct 12 (Thanksgiving)
Set II: Nov 2 – Dec 21 (8 sessions)

Wednesdays, 5:15 – 6:15 pm
Set I: Sept 9 – Oct 28 (7 sessions); No class Sept 30 (Truth & Reconciliation)
Set II: Nov 4 – Dec 23 (6 sessions); No class Nov 11 (Remembrance Day)

Fridays, 5:15 – 6:15 pm
Set I: Sept 11 – Oct 30 (8 sessions)
Set II: Nov 6 – Dec 18 (7 sessions)

Saturdays, 12:45-1:45 pm
Set I: Sept 12 – Oct 31 (8 sessions)
Set II: Nov 7 – Dec 19 (7 sessions)

Sundays, 12:45-1:45 pm
Set I: Sept 13 – Oct 25 (7 sessions)
Set II: Nov 1 – Dec 20 (8 sessions)

Instructor

Lifeguard

Location

Pool

Pre-requisite

Able to swim 25m, has the intro to swimming foundations and is able to support and be comfortable in deeper water

Fee

6 classes: Member $180 | Non-member $231
7 classes: Member $210 | Non-member $269.50
8 classes: Member $240 | Non-member $308

YWCA SWIM COMBO LEVEL 2/3 | DEVELOP & COMPLETE

This program is for the swimmer that has a strong foundation with the basics and is ready for new challenges. This program is a great stepping stone for those who are interested in developing a swim fitness routine, preparing for their first triathlon or competitive swim event.

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, 7:45 – 8:45 am
Set I: Sept 14 – Oct 26 (6 sessions); No Class Oct 12 (Thanksgiving)
Set II: Nov 2 – Dec 28 (9 sessions)

Fridays, 7:45 – 8:45 am
Set I: Sept 11 – Oct 30 (8 sessions)
Set II: Nov 6 – Dec 18 (7 sessions)

Instructor

Lifeguard

Location

Pool

Pre-requisite

Level 2: able to swim 25m, has the intro to swimming foundations and is able to support and be comfortable in deeper water
Level 3: able to swim minimum 50m non-stop, strong swim foundations

Fee

6 classes: Member $180 | Non-member $231
7 classes: Member $210 | Non-member $269.50
8 classes: Member $240 | Non-member $308
9 classes: Member $270 | Non-member $346.50

YWCA Masters

This program is great for swimmers who want a regular group swim workout. This is for the advanced swimmer or triathlete who is familiar with the language of the workout, all four strokes and seeking a great fitness challenge.

Schedule

Mondays, 6:30 – 7:30 am
Set I: Sept 14 – Oct 26 (6 sessions); No Class Oct 12 (Thanksgiving)
Set II: Nov 2 – Dec 28 (9 sessions)

Wednesdays, 6:30 – 7:30 am
Set I: Sept 9 – Oct 28 (7 sessions); No class Sept 30 (Truth & Reconciliation)
Set II: Nov 4 – Dec 30 (7 sessions); No class Nov 11 (Remembrance Day)

Fridays, 6:30 – 7:30 am
Set I: Sept 11 – Oct 30 (8 sessions)
Set II: Nov 6 – Dec 18 (7 sessions)

Instructor

Lifeguard

Location

Pool

Pre-requisite

able to complete between 2.0km - 2.8km in 1 hour, familiar with the four strokes, understands the language of the workout, knows the uses of equipment and drills and skills

Fee