Swim Lessons

Swim for Life®

The Trail Aquatic & Leisure Centre transitioned from Red Cross swim lessons to Swim for Life® in 2023.

The change is the result of the Canadian Red Cross winding down its role in aquatics and water safety to focus more on humanitarian efforts.

Swim for Life® is a comprehensive swim instruction program that focuses on the acquisition and development of fundamental swim strokes and skills for learners of all ages and abilities. Swim for Life® is accessible, flexible, success-oriented and fun. Instructors ensure swimmers get lots of in-water practice in every lesson. Swim for Life® flows seamlessly into the Canadian Swim Patrol program and then into the Society’s lifesaving training awards. The Society provides instructors with a variety of tools to make this drowning and injury prevention education last a lifetime.

Transition chart

Please review the lesson transition chart to determine which level to register your child in.

Aquatic Programs Schedule

The swim lesson programs fill quickly, so online registration is encouraged.
Click here to read the Leisure Program Guide and find out important registration dates.
Click here to register online.

Please contact Trail Parks and Recreation Aquatic Coordinator at 250-364-0839 for further information.