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 10 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. |
| 7-9 years* | On deck viewing area, not required to be in water 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. |
| 10 years and older | Can use the pool unaccompanied unless swimming ability of child necessitates supervision for safety. | Swimming with a buddy is strongly recommended. |
*Y members who are under the age of 10 and are competitive swimmers or practicing for an advanced aquatic certification wishing to attend a lane swim time must contact your branch’s centre manager in advance.
WESTHILLS Y AQUATIC FACILITIES
Hot Tub, Sauna and Steam Room
The hot tub, steam room and sauna are open during regular scheduled pool hours, please refer to Pool Schedule link above for specific operating hours.
View Swirlpool, Steam Room & Sauna RulesLane Pool – Lane Swim
For members ages 10 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. Please note: not all five lanes may be available due to programming.
*Y members who are under 10 years of age and are competitive swimmers or practicing for an advanced aquatic certification and wish to attend a lane swim time must contact your branch’s Program Coordinator in advance.
Lane Pool – Adult Lane Swim
For members ages 16 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. During Adult Lane Swim all hot areas are also reserved for users 16 years and older. Please note: not all five lanes may be available due to programming.
Leisure Pool – Water Walking and Parent and Tot Splash
The Leisure Pool is a shared space during this swim- water walkers are welcome to use the deeper areas of pool and families with small children can enjoy the shallower beach access area with splash features. Users are reminded to be respectful of each other and share the space.
Leisure Pool – Kids Splash
For members of all ages! Kid Splash is an opportunity for families to enjoy the Leisure Pool and it’s splash features (lazy river is unavailable, unless otherwise noted in the activity name).
Leisure Pool – Family Swim
For members of all ages! Family Swim is an opportunity for families to enjoy all the most fun features – waterslides, lazy river, waves and all splash features will be operating, unless otherwise noted in the activity name. A Leisure Lane is available in the Lane Pool for swimmers wanting to practice dives and deep water play (the Leisure Lane may not be available during all swims due to other programming).
Therapy Pool 4FT – Therapy/Water Walking
For members ages 16 years and older. Therapy Pool is dedicated to users water walking and working on therapy exercises; users are expected to share the space. During Therapy/Water Walking availability that coincides with Adult Lane Swim all hot areas are also reserved for users 16 years and older.
Therapy Pool 4FT – All Ages Access
During All Ages Access the Therapy Pool is available to all members. If there is significant usage, pool may be intermittently closed to ensure lifeguard safety ratios are maintained. Aquatics Admission Criteria applies.
Therapy Pool 4ft – Kids Splash/Family Swim
The Therapy Pool is available to participants attending Kids Splash or Family Swim in the Leisure Pool. Note: if there is significant attendance, pool may be intermittently closed to ensure lifeguard safety ratios are maintained.