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Update: Crystal Pool Replacement Project

The Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre will close permanently at on Friday, Sept. 25, to allow for construction of the City’s new health and wellness facility. For more information, visit crystalpool.ca.

Recreation services are essential to active, healthy and connected communities. Check out drop-in schedules and register for programs. Victoria is home to several facilities that offer recreational and community programming. Learn more about these facilities, including their services, hours and locations at the links below.

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Drop-In Schedules

Join us for a week of themed celebrations. Drop-in schedules are below. Sign the memory wall and pick up a commemorative sticker with admission all week long. Stop by the photo booth and spin the prize wheel on Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Thursday. On Monday's Pro D Day, kids can enjoy a bouncy castle with admission by donation in support of the Campership Program. You can also join the fun in drop-in '80s Aerobics on Throwback Thursday and one final Bootcamp with Chris on Friday.

Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre will close permanently at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 25. Last entry is at 3 p.m.

Find answers to frequently asked questions about the facility closure, memberships, passes, programs and services on the Crystal Pool page. If you have any further questions, please visit the front desk or call 250.361.0732.

Aquatics Drop-in Schedule - Final Week Sept 19-25

Fitness Drop-in Schedule

Weight Room Drop-in Schedule

Registration Information

This September, we're offering a variety of condensed programs for the final month at Crystal Pool including adult health and wellness classes, Island Swimming club lessons, guided outdoor recreation and creative arts programs.

Arena programs, including skating lessons and drop-in public skating will continue this fall following the closure of Crystal Pool. Registration is now open.

Activities & Registration

Get registered here! Find the perfect programs by filtering by age, schedule and type of activity.

Crystal Pool & Fitness Centre

Find information about fitness and aquatics program offerings.

Accessibility & Inclusion

Learn more about recreational accessibility and inclusion, including the LIFE program.

Program Guide

See a broad overview of all the seasonal recreation offerings available.

Outdoor Recreation Facilities

Several mixed-use sports fields and tennis and pickleball courts are available for drop-in use.

Royal Athletic Park

This natural grass stadium provides practice and playing space for local and visiting teams.

Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre

This state-of-the-art facility hosts public skating programs and special events.

Community & Seniors Centres

Discover community recreation programming offered at one of our community or seniors centres.

Code of Conduct

Safety and respect is everyone’s responsibility. The City of Victoria is committed to providing a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Abusive, disrespectful, threatening or violent language or actions by anyone will not be tolerated. Any behavior or action deemed to violate the Code of Conduct may lead to disciplinary action including verbal or written warnings, access restrictions or loss of facility access.

Any inquires regarding the Code of Conduct can be directed to crystalpool@victoria.ca

Recreation for All Newsletter

Recreation for All highlights exciting recreational opportunities for all ages and information on the Crystal Pool & Fitness Centre. Sign up here.