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Senior Elite

15 - 23 years old
8 times per week
$475.00 / month
Fees and discounts
Starting: August 22, 2022
Ending: July 31, 2023
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VPSC : Senior Elite

SENIOR ELITE

Group Description: This group is considered the pinnacle of the club. Swimmers in this group will train towards National level competitions, including Westerns, Canadian Junior Champs and Trials meets. Swimmers must maintain a 90% attendance, attend all meets and show the behavioral skills to ensure the group’s long-term success to remain in the group.

Target Age: 15 and over as of March 1, 2023

Pre-Requisites: Western Canadian Open Qualifying Times across multiple events, 90% attendance.

Selection into this group is at the discretion of the Head Coach.

Primary Competitions: Swim BC and Swimming Canada hosted events.

Required Equipment: Goggles, Water Bottle, Band, Pull Buoy, ARENA Powerfin Pro Fins, ARENA Elite Finger Paddles (15 Year Olds & Younger), Strokemaker Paddles (16 Year Olds & Older), Finis Snorkel, Tempo Trainer Pro, Hockey Puck, Mesh Equipment Bag, VPSC Training Suit, VPSC T-Shirt, VPSC cap.

Schedule: A finalized schedule will be distributed once our pool allocation has been finalized. The monthly training fee is based on the expected amount of training for this group, but all information provided here is subject to change.

Cost for Group:

Monthly Training Fee*	$475
Family Membership Charge**	$250
Volunteer Points Fee***	$1000
Swim BC/Swimming Canada Registration	$205.00

*For the 2022/23 season, training fees will be charged monthly. 30 days of notice via email to your coach is required if you withdraw before the end of the season.

**There is only one Family Membership Charge per family.

*** One charge per family at the beginning of the season based on the highest-level family member.

Senior 1

15 - 23 years old
7 times per week
$450.00 / month
Fees and discounts
Starting: August 22, 2022
Ending: July 31, 2023
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VPSC : Senior 1

SENIOR 1

Group Description: This group is meant to align with the senior-aged competitions hosted by Swim BC. Swimmers in this group will be on a path towards high performance at the Provincial Championship meet. Swimmers may continue their progress towards qualifying for national-level competitions such as Western Canadian Open and Canadian Junior Championships.

Target Age: 15 and over as of March 1, 2023

Pre-Requisites: Swim BC Divisional standards across multiple events. Must show commitment towards continual improvement and show behaviours that will ensure the success of all swimmers in the group.

Selection into this group is at the discretion of the Senior 1 Coach, in consultation with the Head Coach. The coaching staff reserve the right to accept swimmers that meet some, but not all, requirements for the group.

Primary Competitions: Qualifying and excelling at Swim BC hosted competitions.

Cost for Group:

Monthly Training Fee*	$450
Family Membership Charge**	$250
Volunteer Points Fee***	$1000
Swim BC/Swimming Canada Registration	$205.00

*For the 2022/23 season, training fees will be charged monthly. 30 days of notice via email to your coach is required if you withdraw before the end of the season.

**There is only one Family Membership Charge per family.

*** One charge per family at the beginning of the season based on the highest-level family member.

Senior 2

15 - 23 years old
6 times per week
$400.00 / month
Fees and discounts
Starting: August 22, 2022
Ending: July 31, 2023
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VPSC : Senior 2

SENIOR 2

Group Description: Swimmers in this group will be exposed to a multi-faceted training plan that will help them develop as overall athletes within their development as a swimmer. Swimmers in this group will be on a path towards performing at the LMR Championship-level.

Target Age: 15 and over as of March 1, 2023

Pre-Requisites for Returning VPSC Swimmers: Qualify for Lower Mainland Region (LMR) competitions and show commitment towards continual improvement.

Pre-Requisites for New Swimmer Joining VPSC: Must be able to meet the LMR Championship meet standard, fully participate in the group’s meet, and practice schedule and show commitment to continual improvement.

Primary Competitions: LMR Championships and/or equivalent local competitions.

Required Equipment: Goggles, Water Bottle, Band, Pull Buoy, ARENA Powerfin Pro Fins, ARENA Elite Finger Paddles (15 Year Olds & Younger), Strokemaker Paddles (16 Year Olds & Older), Finis Snorkel, Hockey Puck, Mesh Equipment Bag, VPSC Training Suit, VPSC T-Shirt, VPSC cap.

Cost for Group:

Monthly Training Fee*	$400
Family Membership Charge**	$250
Volunteer Points Fee***	$1000
Swim BC/Swimming Canada Registration	$205

*For the 2022/23 season, training fees will be charged monthly. 30 days of notice via email to your coach is required if you withdraw before the end of the season.

**There is only one Family Membership Charge per family.

*** One charge per family at the beginning of the season based on the highest-level family member.

Junior 1

13 - 14 years old
6 times per week
$380.00 / month
Fees and discounts
Starting: August 22, 2022
Ending: July 31, 2023
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VPSC : Junior 1

JUNIOR 1

Group Description: This group is meant to align with the 13-14 year old age category for competitions hosted by Swim BC. Swimmers in this group are on a path towards high performance at the provincial and national level as they progress through the program. The expectation for swimmers in this group is to excel at the provincial level and ensure long-term success in the sport.

Target Age: 13-14 as of March 1, 2023

Pre-Requisites: Swim BC Divisional standards across multiple events. Must show commitment towards continual improvement and show behaviours that will ensure the success of all swimmers in the group.

Selection into this group is at the discretion of the Junior 1 Coach, in consultation with the Head Coach. The coaching staff reserves the right to accept swimmers that meet some, but not all, requirements for the group.

Primary Competitions: Qualifying and excelling at Swim BC hosted competitions, as well as working towards Western and Canadian Junior Championships time standards.

Required Equipment: Goggles, Water Bottle, Band, Pull Buoy, Kickboard, ARENA Powerfin Pro Fins, ARENA Elite Finger Paddles, Finis Snorkel, Hockey Puck, Mesh Equipment Bag, VPSC Training Suit, VPSC T-Shirt, VPSC cap.

Cost for Group:

Monthly Training Fee*	$380
Family Membership Charge**	$250
Volunteer Points Fee***	$800
Swim BC/Swimming Canada Registration	$163

*For the 2022/23 season, training fees will be charged monthly. 30 days of notice via email to your coach is required if you withdraw before the end of the season.

**There is only one Family Membership Charge per family.

*** One charge per family at the beginning of the season based on the highest-level family member.

Junior 2

13 - 14 years old
5 times per week
$350.00 / month
Fees and discounts
Starting: August 22, 2022
Ending: July 31, 2023
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VPSC : Junior 2

JUNIOR 2

Group Description: Swimmers in this group will be exposed to a multi-faceted training plan aimed at helping them develop as overall athletes parallel to their development as a swimmer. Swimmers in this group are on a path towards top performances at the LMR Championship-level and qualifying for Swim BC Provincial-level competitions across multiple events.

Target Age: 13-14 as of March 1, 2023

Pre-Requisites for Returning VPSC Swimmers: Exceeding LMR Qualification standards across multiple events.

Pre-Requisites for New Swimmer Joining VPSC: Must be able to meet the LMR Championship meet standard, fully participate in the group’s meet schedule, and show commitment to continual improvement.

Primary Competitions: LMR Championships and/or equivalent local competitions.

Schedule:

A finalized schedule will be distributed once our pool allocation has been finalized. The monthly training fee is based on the expected amount of training for this group, but all information provided here is subject to change.

Cost for Group:

Monthly Training Fee*	$350
Family Membership Charge**	$250
Volunteer Points Fee***	$800
Swim BC/Swimming Canada Registration	$163

*For the 2022/23 season, training fees will be charged monthly. 30 days of notice via email to your coach is required if you withdraw before the end of the season.

**There is only one Family Membership Charge per family.

*** One charge per family at the beginning of the season based on the highest-level family member.

Youth 1

11 - 12 years old
5 times per week
$300.00 / month
Fees and discounts
Starting: August 22, 2022
Ending: July 31, 2023
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VPSC : Youth 1

YOUTH 1

Group Description: This group is meant to align with the 11-12 age group at competitions hosted by Swim BC. Swimmers in this group are on a path towards high performance at the provincial level as they progress through the program. The expectation for swimmers in this group is to excel at the provincial level and ensure long-term success in the sport.

Target Age: 11-12 as of March 1, 2023

Pre-Requisites: Swim BC Divisional standards across multiple events. Must show commitment towards continual improvement and show behaviours that will ensure the success of all swimmers in the group.

Selection into this group is at the discretion of the Youth 1 Coach, in consultation with the Head Coach. The coaching staff reserves the right to accept swimmers that meet some, but not all, requirements for the group.

Primary Competitions: Swim BC junior-aged competitions or equivalent local competitions.

Cost for Group:

Monthly Training Fee*	$300
Family Membership Charge**	$250
Volunteer Points Fee***	$600
Swim BC/Swimming Canada Registration	$163

*For the 2022/23 season, training fees will be charged monthly. 30 days of notice via email to your coach is required if you withdraw before the end of the season.

**There is only one Family Membership Charge per family.

*** One charge per family at the beginning of the season based on the highest-level family member.

Youth 2

11 - 12 years old
5 times per week
$275.00 / month
Fees and discounts
Starting: September 6, 2022
Ending: June 30, 2023
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VPSC : Youth 2

YOUTH 2

Group Description: This group is meant to align with the 11-12 age group at competitions hosted by Swim BC. Swimmers in this group will begin their path towards qualifying for provincial level competitions as they develop as overall athletes in the water. The expectation for the swimmers in this group is to progress from the regional level into provincial level competitions.

Target Age: 11-12 as of March 1, 2023

Pre-Requisites: Exceeding LMR Qualification standards with the expectation of qualifying for Swim BC Divisional-level competitions across multiple events. Swimmers must be able to show a willingness to learn their swimming skills to ensure long-term development in the sport.

Primary Competitions: Swim BC junior-aged competitions or equivalent local competitions.

Schedule:A finalized schedule will be distributed once our pool allocation has been finalized. The monthly training fee is based on the expected amount of training for this group, but all information provided here is subject to change.

Cost for Group:

Monthly Training Fee*	$275
Family Membership Charge**	$250
Volunteer Points***	$600
Swim BC/Swimming Canada Registration	$163

*For the 2022/23 season, training fees will be charged monthly. 30 days of notice via email to your coach is required if you withdraw before the end of the season.

**There is only one Family Membership Charge per family.

*** One charge per family at the beginning of the season based on the highest-level family member.

Youth 3

11 - 12 years old
5 times per week
$275.00 / month
Fees and discounts
Starting: September 6, 2022
Ending: June 30, 2023
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VPSC : Youth 3

YOUTH 3

Target Age: 11-12 as of March 1, 2023

Primary Competitions: Swim BC junior-aged competitions or equivalent local competitions.

Cost for Group:

Monthly Training Fee*	$275
Family Membership Charge**	$250
Volunteer Points Fee***	$600
Swim BC/Swimming Canada Registration	$163

*For the 2022/23 season, training fees will be charged monthly. 30 days of notice via email to your coach is required if you withdraw before the end of the season.

**There is only one Family Membership Charge per family.

*** One charge per family at the beginning of the season based on the highest-level family member.

Competitive Development

6 - 10 years old
4 times per week
$250.00 / month
Fees and discounts
Starting: September 6, 2022
Ending: June 30, 2023
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VPSC : Competitive Development

Competitive Development

Group Description: Swimmers in this group will be starting their competitive swimming pathway. They will be exposed to a multi-faceted training plan aimed at helping them develop as overall athletes within their development as a swimmer. Swimmers in this group are on a path towards performing at the LMR Championship-level.

The number of different groups available for this level is dependent on the number of 10 & Under swimmers who have reached the LMR-qualifying standard: 4:00 for 200 IM.

Target Age: 10 and under as of March 1, 2023

Pre-Requisites: Qualify for Lower Mainland Region (LMR) championships and show commitment towards continual improvement.

Primary Competitions: LMR Championships and/or equivalent local competitions.

Required Equipment: Goggles, Water Bottle, Band, Pull Buoy, Kickboard, ARENA Powerfin Pro Fins, Finis Snorkel, Hockey Puck, Mesh Equipment Bag, VPSC Training Suit, VPSC T-Shirt, VPSC cap.

Cost for Group:

Monthly Training Fee*	$250
Family Membership Charge**	$250
Volunteer Points Fee***	$600
Swim BC/Swimming Canada Registration	$117

*For the 2022/23 season, training fees will be charged monthly. 30 days of notice via email to your coach is required if you withdraw before the end of the season.

**There is only one Family Membership Charge per family.

*** One charge per family at the beginning of the season based on the highest-level family member.

Gold

6 - 10 years old
3 times per week
$200.00 / month
Fees and discounts
Starting: September 6, 2022
Ending: June 30, 2023
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VPSC : Gold

GOLD

Group Description: This group will teach swimmers skills necessary for competitive swimming. This includes learning all four competitive strokes, as well as starts and turns for all events.

Swimmers that have achieved and exceeded those standards will be assessed for their skill level across all strokes prior to progressing towards the Competitive Development and Youth groups.

Target Age: 10 and under as of March 1, 2023

Pre-Requisites: Able to swim 50m of Freestyle, Backstroke, Kick on their front and Kick on their back. Must also be able to a Head first dive into the water, as well as 25m of Breaststroke and Dolphin Kick. Approximately Swim Kids 8

Primary Competitions: VPSC Hosted PASS Meets, PASS Meets hosted by other clubs and Swim BC sanctioned meets.

Required Equipment: Goggles, Water Bottle, VPSC Kickboard, Long Fins, Mesh Equipment Bag, VPSC Training Suit, VPSC T-Shirt, VPSC cap.

Cost for Group:

September Monthly Training Fee*	$200
Family Membership Charge**	$250
Volunteer Points Fee***	$400
Swim BC/Swimming Canada Registration	$97-117

*For the 2022/23 season, training fees will be charged monthly. 30 days of notice via email to your coach is required if you withdraw before the end of the season.

**There is only one Family Membership Charge per family.

*** One charge per family at the beginning of the season based on the highest-level family member.

Silver

6 - 9 years old
3 times per week
$180.00 / month
Fees and discounts
Starting: September 6, 2022
Ending: June 30, 2023
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VPSC : Silver

SILVER

Group Description: This group will teach swimmers skills necessary for competitive swimming. This includes learning all four competitive strokes, but particularly Freestyle, Backstroke and Breaststroke. Swimmers will also be taught starts and turns for all events.

Swimmers that have achieved and exceeded those standards will be assessed for their skill level across all strokes prior to progressing towards the Gold group.

Target Age: 9 and under as of March 1, 2023

Pre-Requisites: Able to swim 2 x 25m (2 x lengths) of freestyle, backstroke, kicking on their back and have learned to do dolphin kick and breaststroke (whip) kick. Approximately Swim Kids level 6

Primary Competitions: VPSC Hosted PASS Meets.

Required Equipment: Goggles, Water Bottle, VPSC Kickboard, Long Fins, Mesh Equipment Bag, VPSC Training Suit, VPSC T-Shirt, VPSC cap.

Schedule:

Cost for Group:

September Monthly Training Fee*	$180
Family Membership Charge**	$250
Volunteer Points Fee***	$400
Swim BC/Swimming Canada Registration	$97-$117

*For the 2022/23 season, training fees will be charged monthly. 30 days of notice via email to your coach is required if you withdraw before the end of the season.

**There is only one Family Membership Charge per family.

*** One charge per family at the beginning of the season based on the highest-level family member.

Bronze

6 - 8 years old
3 times per week
$160.00 / month
Fees and discounts
Starting: September 6, 2022
Ending: June 30, 2023
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VPSC : Bronze

BRONZE

Group Description: This is the entry-level group for the club, where swimmers learn fundamentals across all four strokes, but particularly freestyle and backstroke. The group provides a fun environment to learn the skills necessary for long-term success in swimming.

Target Age: 8 and under as of March 1, 2023

Pre-Requisites: Able to swim 25m (1 length) of freestyle, 25m on their back (kicking or swimming) and are deep water safe. Approximately Swim Kids Level 4

Primary Competitions: VPSC Hosted PASS Meets.

Required Equipment: Goggles, Water Bottle, VPSC Kickboard, Long Fins, Mesh Equipment Bag, VPSC Training Suit, VPSC T-Shirt, VPSC cap.

Schedule:

Cost for Group:

September Monthly Training Fee*	$160
Family Membership Charge**	$250
Volunteer Points Fee***	$400
Swim BC/Swimming Canada Registration	$97

*For the 2022/23 season, training fees will be charged monthly. 30 days of notice via email to your coach is required if you withdraw before the end of the season.

**There is only one Family Membership Charge per family.

*** One charge per family at the beginning of the season based on the highest-level family member.

Terms & Conditions

VPSC Swimmer Code of Conduct
Athlete Protection Media Consent Form
VPSC Parent Guardian Commitment Form
Acknowledgment and Assumption of Risk Form
VPSC Medical Liability Release