What's happeningSwim lesson waitlists are now automated
When a space becomes available, the first person on the waitlist will automatically receive an email from [email protected] inviting them to register.
Complete registration within 24 hours
- Complete your registration within 24 hours of receiving the email invitation.
- Register online through the email invitation link, by phone, or in person.
- If you do not register within 24 hours, you’ll be removed from that waitlist and the next person will be invited.
- If you register for a class, you’ll automatically be removed from other waitlists for the same lesson level at the same pool.
- The name on the waitlist must match the name of the person registering.
Check your email
Email invitations are sent automatically when a space becomes available and may arrive at any time. Check your junk and spam folders and add [email protected] to your safe sender list.
Information icon If you do not have an email address, we will contact you by phone.
Vancouver has plenty of opportunities to have fun in the water!
- 9 indoor pools
- 5 outdoor pools
- 24 wading pools
- 14 spray parks
- 11 beaches
Vancouver's Park Board offers swimming and water sport classes to all ages and skill levels. Take a lesson, register for a program, or join a drop-in swim at a community pool near you.
Places to play in the water in Vancouver
Swimming pools
We have 8 indoor and 5 outdoor seasonal pools. Review their locations, features, and amenities.
Spray parks and wading pools
Find spray parks and wading pools in Vancouver – the perfect way to cool down in the city on a hot summer day.
Beaches
Find out about Vancouver beaches – English Bay, Jericho, Kitsilano, Locarno, Second, Spanish Banks, Sunset, Third, and Trout Lake.
Private events at pools
Rent a pool or lane
Rent a pool or swim lane in Vancouver for private events, swim clubs, scuba diving lessons, and more.
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