Vancouver Aquatic Centre

What you need to know

The Vancouver Aquatic Centre (VAC) is a naturally-lit, indoor pool located in downtown Vancouver, near Sunset Beach.

We are a swim training facility with a fully-equipped fitness centre.

Vancouver Aquatic Centre and Fitness Centre

We are working to renew the Vancouver Aquatic Centre.

Learn more about
the VAC renewal

Register for aquafit or swim lessons

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 3 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.

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.

Register for aquafit and swimming lessons

What you should know before registering

Fitness centre

Our fitness centre has an exercise room that includes treadmills, rowing and cycling machines, weights, and more.

Guidelines for visiting our pools

Our priority is to keep you safe and make sure everyone has a good experience.

Rent a pool or lane

Rent a pool or swim lane in Vancouver for private events, swim clubs, scuba diving lessons, and more.

Personal trainers

Meet the personal trainers at Vancouver Aquatic Fitness Centre. Find out whose fitness philosophy and experience best fit your goals.