School Fun Swims Information & Requests

Maximum: 80 students (NAC), 60 students (Beban)

Front Desk Check-In

• Students must stay on the bus or outside upon arrival.
• A representative checks in, pays admission, and collects lanyards.
• Lanyards identify the teacher/contact person during the swim.
• One lanyard is issued per class.

On-Bus Briefing

• A lifeguard will review rules and expectations on the bus.
• Teachers with lanyards must attend.

Change Rooms

• Students may use male, female, or universal change rooms.
• Chaperones must supervise behavior.
• Showering with soap is required before swimming.
• Students should use restrooms prior to swimming.
• No running, noise, or horseplay.
• No cell phone use (Privacy Act).
• Secure belongings in lockers.

Safety Supervision

• Ages 6 and under: 1 adult per 3 children, within arm’s reach in water.
• Adults must be in swimsuits and in the water with children.
• Ages 7 and up: teachers supervise on deck.
• Lifejackets required for weak swimmers.
• Teachers must remain visible and accessible.
• Slide height requirements:
  • NAC: 42" (red/blue), 48" (green)
  • Beban: 42"
• Hot tub is not available.

Booking Procedure

• Bookings are 1.5 hours max during public swim times.
• Limited availability due to programs.
• Swim to Survive is prioritized.
• SD68 schools get priority before Oct 15.
• Requests handled in order received.
• Out-of-district schools are welcome.
• Contact: krystal.cathcart@nanaimo.cakrystal.cathcart@nanaimo.ca or 250-755-7573

Admission Rates (Groups over 10)

• Child (3–12): $3.09
• Student (13–18): $4.33
• Locker token: $0.25

Teachers should inform students of costs in advance.

Acceptable payments include passes and tickets. Please bring a class list and highlight students with passes.

Payment is due at entry.

Thank you for participating in School Fun Swims. These guidelines help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all!