The City of Victoria aims to provide accessible, inclusive recreation opportunities for everyone. The City does so through programs and services that remove barriers and create a welcoming environment. If you require additional assistance or have questions about recreational accessibility and inclusion, please contact the Inclusion Coordinator.
Swimmers of all abilities are welcome at the City’s recreation facilities. Individuals with special accommodations have options available, including:
group lessons
private lessons
drop-in quiet swims for those with noise sensitivity
If you require support for registration and are looking for more information, please email the Aquatic Coordinator or call 250.361.0712.
Leisure Assistant Pass
The Leisure Assistant Pass is for people with disabilities of all ages. The pass allows a support person to join people with a disability during leisure activities. When presented, the pass grants one support person free or reduced admission. This supports participation without costing the person with a disability double for admission.
Passes are valid for a three-year term from the date of issue.
Youth Programs inclusion
We want your child to have the best possible experience at camp and receive the support they need to thrive. Children who receive assistance or one-on-one support in school or for daily activities may benefit from support at camp.
The City offers inclusion support to all families, regardless of access to funding. If your child is in need of support, please email the Child & Youth Programmer at least one week before program start.
Financial Support Resources
The LIFE program assists individuals and families of eligible low-income households. This program grants access to programs and services at recreation, community and senior centres across the city. Highlights of the LIFE program include:
eligible residents have unlimited access to City of Victoria recreation facilities for two years from their approval date
two-year cycle begins upon approval date, not limited to January application pass recipients will receive two full years of credit on their accounts at the time of issue
Bring your completed LIFE application forms to the Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre at 2275 Quadra Street.
Jumpstart offers programs intended to enrich the lives of kids in need. Jumpstart assists with registration costs for sport programs. Children aged 4-18 interested in sport, dance, or other organized physical activities may be eligible.
KidSport Victoria is part of a national network of community based volunteer groups. Its goal is to ensure that kids in financial need have access to sport and physical activity. Physical activity can encourage self-expression, goal setting and increased self-confidence in kids.
If a participant in a recreational program has an allergy, please describe the allergy on the registration form. For epinephrine injections and anaphylactic reactions, please complete the Anaphylaxis Action Plan below. All City programs are nut-free.
The City recognizes that scented products can cause adverse reactions for some people. To keep the air healthy for everyone, Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre is a scent-free facility. Signs around the facility encourage avoiding scented products while in the building.
