Recreation

Service Update: Crystal Pool Closed Until December 30

Due to an ongoing mechanical issue, the pool is currently closed. We have decided to begin our annual maintenance shutdown one week earlier than planned. Starting November 23, all drop-in activities, recreation and pool programs at Crystal Pool will be suspended until December 30 when the facility is scheduled to re-open.

During the closure, Crystal Pool memberships will be accepted at all partner facilities including municipal recreation centres and the downtown YMCA.

Apologies for the inconvenience, your patience and understanding is appreciated.

Recreation services are essential to active, healthy and connected communities. Finding the perfect recreation program is faster and easier than ever before with the new activity search tool. Learn more, 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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Winter Recreation Registration is Open

Stay fit and have fun this winter! Registration for the City of Victoria’s winter recreation programs is open.

Swimming Programs (including Lessons)
General Recreation and Skating Programs

View the program schedules online and start planning your winter activities today.

Winter Pickleball in Downtown Victoria

Winter pickleball is back for another year in downtown Victoria! Four temporary pickleball courts will be set up in Carson Hall at the Victoria Conference Centre with a combination of single court and group reservations, drop-in times plus lessons for all levels. 

December 18, 2024 – January 18, 2025 (excluding Dec. 25, 26 and Jan. 1) 
Victoria Conference Centre – Carson Hall 
10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Explore the indoor pickleball schedule online today. Registration opens December 4.

Join us at the Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre for a Victoria Pride Skate

Celebrate inclusivity, community and fun at the first-ever Victoria Pride Skate! Lace up your skates and hit the ice for an afternoon of celebration, recreation and community building. This all-ages, all-abilities social skate, presented in partnership with the Victoria Pride Society, promises guest appearances by local drag performers and a welcoming atmosphere for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind celebration of pride and recreation! 

Sunday, December 15 
2:30-4:30 p.m. 
Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre 
Advanced registration only (no drop ins). Limited spaces available, so secure your spot here today! 

The Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre has wheelchair accessible entrances and wheelchair accessible and gender-inclusive washrooms will be available at this event; Limited skating supports available for those who need, and a sensory inclusion room for anyone who needs a quieter space.

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.

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.