Program Information
Pacific Coast Swimming is an athlete-focused, professionally-led and parent-supported swim club, committed to having swimmers at all levels achieve their full athletic potential. PCS swimmers range in experience from our youngest beginners to high performance international athletes. We are proudly affiliated with the University of Victoria Vikes Swim Program through the University of Victoria – Pacific Coast Swimming Association (UVPCS).
The Lightning Fast Swim Series has 5 levels and is based on a Swimming First Philosophy which introduces the techniques of competitive swimming right from the earliest levels, to develop improved levels of swimming efficiency and skills. It is designed primarily for 3 to 10 year olds who want to learn to swim with confidence, gain endurance and improve stroke technique. The series is designed by our award winning Pacific Coast Swimming Coaches and is an innovative skills-based swimming program designed to be mastered quickly by young children.
Whether you are learning to swim, training for a triathlon, or staying fit for life, we have a program for you. Our highly trained coaches provide a professional program to improve stroke technique and build fitness.
F.A.S.T. stands for Friends Achieving Skills Together. PCS FAST League provides affordable and high quality coaching to local elementary and middle schools, giving kids an opportunity to improve their swimming and have fun!
UVic/Pacific Coast Swimming is home to Vancouver Island's only dedicated Para Swimming Program, with the goal of providing both competitive and recreational opportunities for individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities. Training schedules and content are highly customizable, and include a wide range of formats including private in-water coaching, general fitness training, and high-performance programs designed to produce successful athletes on the international stage.