Ages 5+
Recreational
Where almost every Aquasonic starts.
- Who it's for
- Ages 5 and up, comfortable in the water with some basic swimming skills
- When it runs
- Winter (October to December) and spring (January to April)
- Training hours
- 1–4 hours per week
Recreational swimming is a great way to improve a swimmer's strength, self-confidence and coordination. Our talented coaches are dedicated to helping athletes grow through recreational swimming, and are committed to helping each individual reach their full potential.
Classes are offered in multi-week sessions at the Coquitlam City Centre Aquatic Complex and the Surrey Sport & Leisure Complex. Athletes of all genders are welcome. Athletes learn basic routine skills and positions in artistic swimming as a foundation for understanding the sport, and our coaches work with swimmers to develop skill progressions according to Canada Artistic Swimming.
Beginner Recreational is a one-hour weekly class for ages 5 to 7, introducing young swimmers to the sport through fun activities, music and creativity. Intermediate Recreational runs an hour and a half twice a week for ages 8 to 11, building swimming skills, flexibility and the fundamentals of artistic swimming — sculls, figures, body positions and routines.
Athletes in Recreational are not expected to attend competitions. Swimmers do take part in training and a showcase each session, and beginners who want more experience are encouraged to register for more than one class per week, where offered.
Skills your swimmer will learn
- Floating and breathing
- Water entries
- Stroking and kicking
- Sculling
- Body positions and water awareness
- Agility, balance and coordination
- Strength and flexibility
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
- 1–4 hours per week, depending on the level
- Winter session runs October to December; spring session runs January to April
- Option to register for more than one session per week where offered
Opportunities & commitments
- Training and showcase
- 1 performance per session
- Opportunity to attend club social events: season kick-off, Halloween party, end-of-year party
- Club gear is optional
Questions about Recreational?
Our Recreational Coordinator can help with anything specific to these programs — which class fits your swimmer, what a session looks like, or what to expect at a showcase.
sarah@bcaquasonics.com