Summer Program 2025
🌞 Summer Session Registration Now Open!
Join the Riptides Summer Swimming Sessions
For new and returning swimmers interested in Olympic Way and Swim Skills programs.
🔹 Program Overview
Our summer classes are divided into 4 levels, based on swimmer ability.
For Summer Sessions ONLY, the age limit for Level 3 and 4 has been raised to 10 years to give swimmers a chance to develop and advance their skills.
Level Breakdown (Based on Parks & Rec Swim Kids Levels):
Level 1 = Swimmer Levels 1 & 2
Level 2 = Swimmer Levels 3 & 4
Level 3 = Swimmer Levels 5 & 6
Level 4 = Advanced swimmers Levels 7 and up
Location & Dates
Due to annual maintenance at the Nanaimo Aquatic Centre in July, all summer sessions will be held at NAC during the following weeks:
July 28 – August 1
August 5 – 8 (4-day session, prorated)
August 11 – 15
August 18 – 22
August 25 – 29
Classes run Monday to Friday, between 3 PM and 6 PM.
Schedule & Pricing
Level 1 & Level 2
40-minute classes
$90 per week
4 time slots available between 3:00–6:00 PM
⚠️ Important Note for Level 1:
Swimmers must be:
Comfortable entering the water
Able to fully immerse their head
Capable of working in a group and following instructions
We are unable to accommodate swimmers who require one-on-one attention.
Level 3 & 4
55-minute classes
$100 per week
3 time slots available between 3:00–6:00 PM
📌 Planning to register for multiple sessions?
Please register for the same level each week. Swimmers may repeat levels 2–3 times, and we will adjust their placement based on assessments. We’ve built in space for level advancement if needed.
Ready to Dive In?
Secure your spot and register today for a fun, skill-building summer with the Riptides!