The bridge year
Introduction to Competition
The bridge year — a first taste of competing.
- Who it's for
- Swimmers ready to grow their skills and perform
- When it runs
- Full-year program, September to mid-May. Summer-only option, May to August
- Training hours
- 10–12 hours per week
Introduction to Competition is the step between recreational sessions and the full competitive stream. Athletes move to a year-round training rhythm, build the strength and flexibility the sport asks for, and learn to hold a figure under the pressure of an audience.
Training load depends on the age of the athletes and is split across three to five sessions each week. Swimmers perform at one or two invitational competitions in BC, so the season has real milestones without the travel commitment of the higher streams.
Fees for the 2026–2027 season are confirmed at registration. Financial assistance is available — registrar@bcaquasonics.com if cost is a barrier, and we will talk it through.
Training participation
- 10–12 hours per week depending on the age of athletes
- Split over 3–5 training sessions per week
- Full-year program, September to mid-May
- Summer-only option available, May to August
Opportunities & commitments
- 1–2 invitational competitions in BC
- 2 club watershows — holiday and end of year
- Opportunity to attend club social events: season kick-off, Halloween party, end-of-year party