Britannia Pool

Britannia pool will be closed for maintenance from November 13 to December 17, 2023

Last-minute changes to swim schedules and operational changes
Because of ongoing staffing availability challenges, pool visitors may notice last-minute changes to swim session schedules in addition to operational changes.

These changes are being made to ensure patron safety above all else.

Operational changes

Operational changes may include:
- Changing pool length; for example, from 50 metres to 25 metres.
- Effective Sept 11, 2023, all long course (50 m) swims at Hillcrest Aquatic Centre will be temporarily suspended. All patrons wanting to swim in a 50 metres facility should review the Vancouver Aquatic Centre schedule.
- Closing of a pool section(s)
- Length of sessions
- Cancellation of sessions
- Cancellation of lessons (Parents will be notified beforehand and given additional information)
Have a specific question about a drop-in swim session? Contact the facility directly on the day of the scheduled session.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work towards resolving the issue. When making decisions affecting services at our facilities, we prioritize the safety and equity of all patrons and staff.

Britannia Pool is an indoor pool located in the Britannia Community Centre — just off Commercial Drive west of the Napier Greenway. Our pool is for all ages and swimming levels with a separate kids' pool for children aged four months to eight years old who are accompanied by an adult.

Register online for Aquafit sessions

Online registration for most swim sessions are no longer required. Advanced online registration for Aquafit sessions are still available and highly recommended to secure a spot. A limited number of Aquafit drop-in spots are available in person, on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Registration opens three days in advance, and closes 30 minutes before the session starts. If you are unable to attend a session for which you have registered, you must cancel in advance by accessing your vanrec.ca account.

Flexipasses and 10-visit passes are accepted for online registration.

Aquafit

Register online for swimming lessons

Swimming lessons are offered for pre-school, children and youth age groups. Infant, toddler, and adult lessons are not available at this time.

What you should know before registering.

Britannia Renewal

We are working with our partners to renew and revitalize Britannia Community Services Centre and the larger Britannia site.

Learn more and provide input

Hours, location, contact info

Get Britannia Community Centre, Fitness Centre, Pool, Ice Rink, and office hours. Find out where we are located and how to contact us.

Pool fees

Find out how much it costs to swim at one of our pools.

Britannia Pool amenities

We're currently updating this list of amenities to support our COVID-19 safety measures.

Leisure pool and tot pool
Diving board (1 m)
Rope swing
Slide
Sauna and steam room
Hot tub
Weight room
Universal change room
Elevator

Accessibility:

Wheelchair accessible

Passes accepted:

Flexipass
Leisure Access Program (LAP)

Requirements for children at the pool

Children seven years old and under must be with a responsible guardian (16+ years old) while in the water. The guardian must wear a bathing suit and be within arms' reach of the children.

One guardian can supervise up to three children.

To ensure we have staff ready for your visit, call us in advance at 604-718-5800.

Find out more about our community centre

Britannia

Britannia Community Centre has an indoor pool, tennis courts, seniors (55+) centre with computer lab, teen/youth centre, fitness centre, ice rink, and - for classes only - a pottery studio. The centre is located at 1661 Napier St, Vancouver, BC. 604-718-5800.