Kitsilano Pool
Kitsilano Pool is Vancouver's only saltwater swimming pool. The outdoor summer pool is located near the beach, cafés, and neighbourhood of Kitsilano. The pool is open May to mid-September.
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Aquafit schedule
Aquafit is a drop in service and no registration is required.
July 3 - August 26 (No class Aug 7)
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Saturday
10:15am - 11:15am
Kitsilano Pool Rehabilitation Project
We are upgrading Kitsilano Pool. The upgrades will significantly reduce the use of potable water (approximately 430,000 gallons per month), making the water feel saltier for an enhanced swimming experience.
Project benefits:
- Electric power will eliminate the need for gas powered pumps during pool dewatering
- The seawall will no longer need to be closed to accommodate dewatering pumps
- Noise and emissions associated with gas powered pumps will be eliminated
The first stage of the structural and mechanical upgrades was completed in spring 2017. This consisted of installing a new electrical circuit to provide power to the north pool deck.
The second stage includes:
- Removal and replacement of the pool basin membrane, including caulking and gutter repair
- Repair of the pool deck structure, including control joints that seal the pool
- Supply of an electric pump to replenish sea water, and to dewater pumps
To ensure the pool basin remains dry while we work, scaffolding with tarping will be erected over the pool and deck area after Labour Day Weekend.
We expect work to be completed by spring 2018.
The Kitsilano Pool season will not be extended this year. Second Beach Pool, a heated outdoor pool in Stanley Park, will remain open until September 17th.
Kitsilano Pool amenities
- Length: 137 metres
- Heated outdoor pool
- Salt water pool
- Water park
- 2 Slides
- Café
- Lockers: 25¢ (refundable)
Accessibility:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Aquatic wheelchairs
- Aquatic pool lift
Passes accepted:
- Flexipass
- Leisure Access Card (LAC)
Requirements for children at the pool
Children under eight years of age must be with a responsible guardian (16+ years old):
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While in the water (guardian must be wearing a bathing suit and be within arms' reach of the children)
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In the changeroom
One guardian can supervise up to five children.
What you need to know if you are a group, school, or daycare visiting the pool
- Group rate (20% discount) is available on drop-in admissions only for groups of 10 or more of the same age group.
NOTE: The group rate does NOT apply at Maple Grove Pool, because the admissions price is already discounted. - The ratio of supervisors or leaders for children under eight years is one to every five children - Mandatory.
- The ratio of supervisors or leaders for children 8 years or above is one to every 10 children - Recommended.
- All leaders are required to be in the water with their groups.
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Neighbourhood community centre
Kitsilano War Memorial Community Centre
The Kitsilano Community Centre is located at 2690 Larch St, Vancouver, BC. 604-257-6976. Amenities include a dance studio, fitness centre, ice rink, gym, seniors lounge, teen/youth centre, and playground.
