Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre closed permanently on Sept. 25, 2026 to allow for construction of the City’s new health and wellness facility.
Victoria Recreation Centre
The City will open Victoria Recreation Centre, at 851 Broughton St., in early 2027 to provide interim recreation services while the new facility is being built.
Crystal Pool Replacement Project
For the latest information on the Crystal Pool Replacement project and to subscribe to the project newsletter, visit crystalpool.ca.
Closure Information
Find answers to frequently asked questions about the facility closure, memberships, passes, programs and services below. If you have any further questions, please visit the front desk or call 250.361.0732.
Recreation services are moving to the City’s interim recreation facility at 851 Broughton St.
The interim facility, Victoria Recreation Centre, will provide continued access to recreation services while the permanent replacement facility is being built.
Repairs and upgrades are underway to prepare the facility for City use, with an opening planned for early 2027.
Victoria Recreation Centre will feature expanded fitness areas, group fitness rooms, a gymnasium and squash courts and limited swimming due to the pool’s smaller size.
Please allow two to three weeks for refund processing.
All locker rental terms will end on September 11.
Credits will be applied to your account for any unused rental time.
Locker use from September 11-25 will be available at no additional cost to allow time to remove personal belongings before the facility closes.
Please ensure your locker is completely emptied by September 25.
Any items remaining in lockers after September 25 will be removed as part of the facility closure process.
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.
All personal training sessions will remain on patron accounts and may be used at Victoria Recreation Centre once it opens.
To arrange a personal training session during the temporary closure, please contact your trainer directly.
A recreation reception desk will be available for limited in-person service at City Hall starting on October 19. Check back here for hours of operation.
The City of Victoria’s Leisure Involvement For Everyone (L.I.F.E.) program improves access to recreation services and programs for individuals and families living on a low income.
Applications
L.I.F.E. program applications will continue to be accepted during the temporary closure:
A recreation reception desk will be available for limited in-person service at City Hall starting on October 19. Check back here for hours of operation.
Can I visit other regional recreation centres after Crystal Pool closes?
Yes. Eligible participants may continue to use their 52 free drop-in visits at participating regional recreation centres. Please ensure your 52-visit sticker is current by checking the end date printed on it.
What if my sticker is expired? How do I get a new sticker?
Visit the Crystal Pool Front Desk before September 25 to request a current year new sticker.
At the recreation reception desk at the public service centre in City Hall starting in October. Check back here for the opening date.
LI.F.E. Credits
L.I.F.E. credits are provided for the full two-year term.
Credits may be used toward registration fees at Victoria Recreation Centre, as well as community and seniors centres within the city.
For other municipal services, including dog licences, extra garbage tags and compost bags, please visit the public service centre at Victoria City Hall.
Passes and Fees
Passes are available at Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre, including annual, monthly and 10-punch options. Save money and come for a swim or a workout as often as you like. Regional passes are issued on an annual basis only — no refunds or cancellations. Please note: Children five years old and under are free.
Adult (18–59)
Senior (60+) / Student
Youth (13–17)
Child (6–12)
Family
Single admission
$6.63
$5.25
$4.03
$3.44
$13.13
10x pass
$59.59
$47.20
$36.36
$30.94
$118.11
Regional pass
$600
n/a
Taxes are included in the above fees
Family passes include up to 2 adults and 3 children / youth
The Regional Recreation Pass is an annual pass that allows drop-in to 14 Greater Victoria recreation centres. LIFE Passes are available for eligible low-income individuals and families. For more information on LIFE Passes, see the LIFE Program page, email crystalpool@victoria.ca or call 250.361.0732.
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.
If you wish to withdraw from a program it must be done before the second class for a prorated refund or credit to be issued. After the second class, refunds will only be issued for illness or compassionate reasons and must be approved by a programmer. One or two-day programs require 72 hours’ notice before program start to request a refund or credit. All camps require seven days’ notice in order to receive a refund or credit.
