Pool Schedules
Schedules are subject to change, without notice. There is currently an industry-wide staffing shortage in aquatics; while we do our best to maintain a consistent schedule there will be times when we are forced to adjust the schedule without notice.
Y Aquatic Admission Criteria
The YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable aquatic experience. The following aquatic admission criteria allow us to meet both provincial and industry regulations and standards.
All children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a responsible adult 16+years of age at all times.
- Those with a serious medical condition should be accompanied by individual with knowledge of their condition and responsible for their direct supervision
| Age | Supervision Requirement | Other Information |
|---|---|---|
| Under 7 years | In the water, within arm’s reach of all children at all times.
Maximum 3:1 ratio. |
Applies to all pools. |
| 7-12 years* | In the water, not required to be within arms reach unless swimming ability of child necessitates it for safety.
Maximum 8:1 ratio. |
Applies to all pools. Adult has the ability to make frequent eye contact with the children. |
| 13 years and older | Can use the pool unaccompanied. | Swimming with a buddy is strongly recommended. |
*Y members who are under the age of 13 and are competitive swimmers or practicing for an advanced aquatic certification wishing to attend a lane swim time must contact your branches centre manager in advance.
WESTHILLS Y AQUATIC FACILITIES
Hot Tub, Sauna and Steam Room
The hot tub, steam room and sauna are open. The schedule is subject to change, based on staff availability, and is available via the pool schedule link above.
View Swirlpool, Steam Room & Sauna RulesWESTHILLS Y AQUATIC FACILITIES
Lane Pool – Lane Swim
For members ages 13 years and older. Circle swimming will be in effect, members are asked to follow signage posted at each lane. Aquatics staff will endeavour to ensure there is an appropriate distribution of abilities throughout the available lanes and may request that members relocate to another lane to ensure like abilities are in the same lane.
Leisure Pool – Water Walking
For members ages 13 years and older. Divided lanes are not available and members are expected to share the space.
Therapy Pool 4FT – Therapy/Water Walking
For members ages 13 years and older. Pool space may be shared with Parent and Tot Splash, pool dividers are not available and members are expected to share the space.
Therapy Pool 4FT – Parent and Tot Splash
Parent and Tot Splash is an opportunity for parents/guardians and their children ages 0-5yrs to enjoy and takes place in the warm water Therapy Pool (Note: pool depth is 4FT) . Pool space may be shared with Therapy/Water Walking, pool dividers are note available and members are expected to share the space.
Leisure Pool – Kids Splash
Kids Splash is an opportunity for parents/guardians and children to enjoy and takes place in Leisure Pool (waves and lazy river are unavailable, unless otherwise noted in the activity name, splash features will be operating). You must reserve a space for each person in your family who will attend.
Leisure Pool – Family Swim
Family Swim is an opportunity for parents/guardians and their families to enjoy and takes place in the Leisure Pool (waterslides, lazy river, waves and all splash features will be operating, unless otherwise noted in the activity name) and one double-wide lane in the Lane Pool. You must reserve a space for each person in your family who will attend.