Programs

Youth Program (ages 12+, sessional or full-season)

Our Youth swim program is for ages 12+ and runs from September until May OR as a drop-in rate. Geared for youths, triathletes, and swim enthusiasts who want to swim up to three times per week focusing on competitive strokes, starts, and turns. You must be able to swim 1,000 metres in one hour of front crawl and backstroke or breaststroke. No evaluation is required. Attendance at fun meets 3x/year is highly recommended and encouraged.

Last Updated on Sunday, 19 February 2012 22:01

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Pre-competitive (Minnows, Guppies & Whales)

Swim Ottawa offers three distinct programs called Minnows, Guppies and Whales for those aged 6-11 who might be interested in joining the competitive program when they develop further skills. New swimmers may be required to do a 10 minute evaluation PRIOR to registering. You can attend evaluations at the SJCC pool. Please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and include name, age of swimmer and desired level. We will confirm the evaluation date/time.
Kids Developmental and Pre-Competitive (ages 6-11, Oct-Dec, Jan-Mar, Mar-May).  These programs take place at the Soloway JCC, Brewer, and Carleton University.
 
*Sessions fill up fast so please ensure you schedule an evaluation and mail the cheque should you be granted registration acceptance! Mail cheques BEFORE the first practice to Swim Ottawa, PO Box 23100, Ottawa  ON K2A 4E2.
 
Fall Session: Oct -Dec
Winter Session: Jan - Mar 8
Spring Session: Mar 20 - May 26

Last Updated on Sunday, 26 February 2012 18:50

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Competitive Programs

Our Swim Ottawa Age Group Competitive Swim Club is for ages 8 and up and runs from September to mid-June (July for Provincial and National qualifiers). If you think you've got what it takes to compete with the best, contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and we will send you the Swimmer/Parent handbook that details everything from commitments, fees, practice schedule, and club philosophy. It's imperative to know what it takes to join our sucessful club!

Competitive: Committed to excellence through a dedicated training program and swim competitions. 

Last Updated on Monday, 26 March 2012 14:44

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