Program Information

Grassroots 1 

It's a twice-weekly training program designed specifically for new swimmers who are already able to swim a length without assistance. 

There are 2  GR1 groups: one in Coquitlam and one in New Westminster.

Pre-requisites:
completion of Stage 3 HSA (Hyack Swim Academy program) – or passed Swimmer 6.

**Please note that the pre-requisites are for reference only; swimmers will be put into an appropriate group following their assessment.

Grassroots 2  

This is is for swimmers capable of completing to multiple lengths. Our objective for the swimmers in these groups is ensure they learn about the basics swimming while HAVING FUN. 

There are 2  GR2 groups: one in Coquitlam and one in New Westminster.

Pre-requisites:
completion of Stage 3 HSA (Hyack Swim Academy program) – or passed Swimmer 8 / Ranger Patrol.

**Please note that the pre-requisites are for reference only; swimmers will be put into an appropriate group following their assessment.

Olympic Way White

This is the 3rd level of programming in our swim club. Here, swimmers are able to swim the freestyle and backstroke fairly well and they also are in the process of refining the breaststroke and learning the butterfly swim strokes. The main focus in this level is developing the swimmer's ability to swim the four competitive strokes to a level where they can demonstrate basic proper stroke mechanics. The concept of training is introduced at this level where they begin to use training aids such as kick boards and pull-buoys to assist in their physical development.

Our objective for the swimmers in this group is to continue the FUN aspect in every practice session started at the grassroots level. We also advance each swimmer's stroke technique, swimming speed, and overall fitness.

There are 2  OW White groups: one in Coquitlam and one in New Westminster.

Pre-requisites:

• completion of Stage 3 or passed Swimmer 9 / Star Patrol.
• Advancement from the Grassroots 2 program
• or an assessment from the Hyack coach

Since 1973, the Hyack Swim Club has developed competitive swimming excellence from Developmental Levels to world-class competition. In doing so, we hope to instill self-discipline, leadership and sportsmanship in all the athletes who swim with us. 

                   

 

The High School group  
This group attracts swimmers aged 13-17 who have already swum competitively and want to continue the sport, or swimmers who are new to the sport but have a swimming background.
Those who want to continue swimming competitively but also have other commitments. Those who also have a strong interest in swimming. Those who want to swim for fitness and fun. Competitions are not mandatory, but anyone wishing to participate must meet the entry requirements.

3 training sessions per week.

 

The Hyack Swim Club offers Masters training programs at 2 locations:

Coquitlam and Burnaby: suspended until further notice

All swimmers are registered members of Masters Swimming Association of BC. The training is based on skill development and endurance for all 4 competitive strokes.

There are a variety of levels of swimmers ranging from serious competitive swimmers to others who are just learning and developing their strokes. Many of our swimmers compete for Hyack at MSABC Swim meets, others are at practices for fitness and fun! There are 2 main groups of Hyack Masters as listed below. Please contact the appropriate person for more info on registering, scheduling, fees, etc.

 

Summer Squad Training program

Purpose:

The Summer Squad Training program is designed to help varsity swimmers maintain and enhance their competitive edge during the off-season. With a focus on technical refinement, endurance, strength, and race strategy, this elite training environment prepares athletes for Canadian Trials and summer competition. The goal is to bridge the gap between varsity seasons, ensuring swimmers stay in peak condition, continue their development, and enter their next competition stronger and faster.

For who? Varsity Swimmers or post grad swimmers

 * Please note swimmers with other Age Group or Varsity affiliations are not required to be registered as Hyack or SFU.  It is open to all Varsity aged or post secondary swimmers looking to enhance their swimming performance through the summer season.

* Space may be limited with priority to those Qualified for Trials

Focus:

1. Long Course season
2. Trials, Summer nationals and international competition

What we offer:

1. High Performance Training (8-9 x per week)
2. Access to Long course training
3. Access to Strength and Dry land program.
4. Stroke & Data Analysis.

 Location: New West  / SFU Pool
 Dates: May 1^st to End of July or last meet of the season
 Schedule: 3 x LCM sessions + 5-6 SCM session

Training Fees:

- SFU Varsity swimmers - No Charge

- Returning Hyack Swimmers from their Varsity programs - No Charge

- Other Varsity or post secondary swimmers - $200 for the summer

The new HSA starts on April 21, 2025. 
The registration date will be announced on the Hyack and City of Coquitlam websites.

Hyack Swim Academy* Program

This progressive 3-stage lesson style program teaches the 7 major skill progressions: water safety, butterfly, breaststroke, backstroke, freestyle, entries, and turns. Swimmers will learn to put together whole skill-sets, one step at a time. This program is very open-ended and promotes the development of a swimmer rather than a "pass-fail" method.

*This program is a partnership between the City of Coquitlam and the Hyack Swim Club.

Stage 1 – Max 6  kids 

Stage 2 – Max 10 kids

Stage 3 – Max 10 kids 

Stage 1: 

Children in this stage will develop the fundamental skills needed to learn to swim. Pre-requisites: Ages 5 and 7 years old; has passed Swimmer 2 or is comfortable in the water on their own and can kick on their front and back with a kick-board. 

Stage 2:

Focuses on learning freestyle and backstroke as well as learning breaststroke and butterfly kick. To enter Stage 2, children must be comfortable swimming freestyle and backstroke in the deep-water alone as the coach does not go in the water. Pre-requisite: Ages 6 – 10 years old; completion of Stage 1 or passed Swimmer 3.

Stage 3: 

It focuses on 4 competitive swimming: freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly. We also work on diving and increasing their endurance as well swimming in the deep end of the pool. The coach does not go in the water.  Pre-requisite: Ages 6 – 10 years old; completion of Stage 2 or passed Swimmer 5.

General Information

• Online registration! 
• Swimmer age is as of the first day of registration.
• In the Stage 2 and 3 groups the swimming is in deep water and the instructor does not go in the water
• Due to many incidents, we would prefer that parents be in the facility when lessons are happening.  Just as a reminder children may not be on deck until 2 minutes before the start of class. We meet in the deep end area across the pool by the gray storage bin.
• Registration coincides with municipal registration dates.
• Sessions are 40 minutes long and run weekly for 10 consecutive weeks. Swimmers can sign up for multiple sessions.
• New registration is not accepted two weeks after the start date.
• Groups with less than three participants registered may be combined or canceled.
• Children who do not meet the pre-requisites will be moved to a different stage or will be asked to withdraw.
• We do not cancel our practices for statutory holidays on Mondays unless communicated to you otherwise.
• Feel free to email memberservices@hyack.com anytime with questions. Coach Natasha receives these emails.

You do not need a Hyack assessment to register for an HSA. Everyone must register according to their age and level.

Hyack Swim Academy programs are only run at City Centre Aquatic Complex (CCAC) in Coquitlam.

Registration

For registration details and course offerings, please see the City of Coquitlam’s website or call 604-927-4386.

Questions: Coach Natasha memberservices@hyack.com