Program Information
Sackville Swim Club Competitive Programs allow for our members to fully immerse themselves in the competitive world of swimming. From beginner competitive (Train to Train) swimming to National level competition (Train to Win), there is a program carefully curated to benefit each swimmer's needs. Members of our competitive program have the opportunity to represent our club on a Provincial, National and International stage.
Our recreational style Junior Masters Swim Group is designed for swimmers who have developed strong fundamentals and are looking to continue improving their technique, endurance, and overall fitness in a supportive team environment. This program bridges the gap between competitive age-group swimming and “fit-for-life” swimming, offering structured workouts that focus on stroke development, aerobic conditioning, speed, and race skills. Swimmers are encouraged to set personal goals, challenge themselves, and enjoy the social and lifelong benefits of the sport. The group welcomes motivated swimmers who want to stay active, improve their performance, and be part of a positive swimming community.
Sackville Swim Club Pre-Competitive Program focuses on the FUNdamentals and Learn to Train phases of the Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) plan. Our goal, first and foremost, is to introduce kids to physical activity in a fun and safe environment. Members of our pre-competitive group will learn the basic and correct competitive swimming techniques so they are prepared to advance to the competitive stream when ready.
Saturday Swim for Life program emphasizes lots of in-water practice to develop solid swimming strokes and skills. We incorporate valuable Water Smart® education that will last a lifetime. We offer two (2) modules of the National Lifesaving Society Swim for Life program here: Preschool and Swimmer. These modules flow together seamlessly and allow for children to grow their confidence in and around water.
Autism Swim Program
Our Autism Swim Program is a specialized, inclusive swimming instruction program designed for children and youth on the autism spectrum. Using evidence-based teaching methods, our certified instructors provide one-on-one support in a safe, understanding environment.
The program's primary focus is drowning prevention through vital water safety skills. Participants learn essential safety rules including always waiting for permission before entering water, never swimming alone, and recognizing water hazards. Our adaptive teaching approach helps swimmers build confidence and competence through skills such as floating, climbing along pool sides, safe deck walking, and comfort in deep water.
We understand that individuals with autism often have a strong attraction to water, making specialized 1-on-1 swim instruction critical for safety. Our patient, individualized approach addresses water anxiety, accommodates sensory needs, and celebrates each swimmer's progress at their own pace. By creating an inclusive space where every child can achieve their full potential, we're helping families enjoy water activities safely while building life-saving skills—one safety rule at a time.
Lifeguarding is an exciting and rewarding job that carries great responsibility. Lifeguards train hard for events they hope will never happen and which they work hard to prevent. When prevention fails, lifeguards are ready to respond as expert rescuers.
How to become a lifeguard
Lifeguards are good swimmers who take lifesaving and first aid training in the Society’s Bronze medal and first aid awards. Bronze Cross is the Lifesaving Society’s assistant lifeguard award and a prerequisite to National Lifeguard certification. To earn National Lifeguard certification you must be a minimum 15 years of age and hold Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid certifications.