RICHMOND RAPIDS SWIM CLUB

Richmond Rapids 2025 Summer Programs

Assessment & Camp Information

 

In July & August, Richmond Rapids will be holding summer camps for children 6-16 years old.  A variety of camps will be offered for specific age groups and swimming ability.  These camps will focus on technique, competitive swimming skills, and some endurance training where appropriate. The goal is to develop a child's understanding of technical concepts and to enhance their skill development.    Please note that acceptance into the summer camps does not guarantee eligibility for our 2025-2026 season. 

 

Non-members are eligible to register May 9-July 20 (pending camp availability)

  • Non-members must be assessed before registering.
    • Any children who participated in Rapids camps before but did not register for the 2024-2025 season must be assessed again. 
  • Following a successful assessment, you will be provided with:
  1. ​Your child's assessed level, their eligible camps and online registration instructions. 
  2. An email to login into the Rapids website (within 24 hours) to register for summer camps. 
  • Assessments do not guarantee that summer camps will be available. 
  • Children assessed for summer camps are not required to be re-assessed for the 2025-2026 season. 

If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected]. 

Assessment Dates & Location

ALL ASSESSMENTS & SUMMER CAMPS TAKE PLACE AT WATERMANIA

May 8 - June 27 

  • Thursdays from 4pm -5pm 

June 30 - 3:00-4:00pm

July 8, 10, 15,17 - 2:00-3:00pm

CLICK HERE TO BOOK AN ASSESSMENT (booking page will be available on April 29 at 8pm)

Assessment procedures:

1. Arrive at Watermania 5 minutes before the assessment time and inform the front desk staff that you are there to complete a Richmond Rapids Assessment.

2. Proceed to the pool deck via the changerooms.  No street shoes are allowed on the pool deck.

3. Meet the Rapids Summer Camp Leader at the Rapids office. Assessments will take place in the shallow end, near the lane closest to the bleachers. 

4. All swimmers must be prepared to swim upon arrival and have properly fitting goggles and a swimsuit.

5. If the swimmer meets the minimum requirements for our summer camps and space is available, then further registration instructions will be provided.  

 

 2025 Summer Camps

 

Full information, including schedules and fees, can be found by clicking on the Camp name.

 

Rapids Summer Swim School 

  • Introductory swim lessons for children 6-10 years old.
  •  Two-week sessions during July & August. Monthly options are available for levels 1 & 2, and 3. 
  • Level 1 - 6-8 yrs old 
    • Prerequisite: Ability to swim 25 meters of freestyle and backstroke unassisted. 
  • Level 2 - 6-9 yrs old 
    • Strong ability to swim front crawl & back crawl, and swim 50m of each stroke, some knowledge of breaststroke arms or kick
  • Level 3 - 6-10 yrs old
    • Strong ability to swim freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and dolphin kick. 

Intro to Competitive Swimming Skills & Technique Camps 

1. The Blue Camp will be for children aged 8-11 years old who are not current members of the Rapids Swim Club or another competitive swim team that are assessed for our Swim School level 4, AGD 1, TD or Youth 1 levels. 

2. The Red Camp will be for children 12-15 years old assessed for our  Youth 1 (Non-LMR qualified) Youth Fitness or Senior Fitness level, or currently enrolled in these groups. 

  • Camp Details:
    • The camp will focus on skills and techniques used in competitive swimming. 
    • Swimmers will be exposed to all four competitive strokes, starts & turns. 
    • There are two levels in this camp based on age.
    • Requirements:  Ability to swim 100 meters Freestyle, 100 Backstroke & 100 Breaststroke. Knowledge of dolphin kick and/or Butterfly.

REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT CAMPS

  • Camp Details: 
    • These camps are for Rapids swimmers in RSS 4, AGD 1, Youth 1 and TD swimmers.
      • AGD 1, Youth 1 swimmers who are LMR qualified may register for the REGIONAL B camp. See details below.  It may be in your child's best interest to swim in this camp. Please check with Coach Alex (AGD) or Darryl (Youth) if you are unsure. 
    • These camps will focus on skills and techniques to further develop their progression in all four strokes. 
    • Weekly, biweekly, and monthly options are available. 
    • Swimmers from other Swim BC clubs at a PASS meet level may participate.   Email Dennis Silva at [email protected]. An assessment may be required. Swimmers must inform their club coach that they wish to participate. The Rapids recommends that swimmers only participate if their club does not provide any July training and their club coach approves. 

INTRODUCTION TO COMPETITION STARTS

  • Small group class sessions will be available for swimmers to learn the basics of using a starting block and how a competition starts. 
  • These are available for Rapids swimmers RSS 3, RSS 4, AGD 1, and TD.

INDIVIDUAL STROKE TECHNIQUE CAMPS

Camps will be divided by age and ability. 

1. Regional Development  - RSS 4, TD,  AGD1, and  Youth 1 non-LMR qualified swimmers. 

2. Regional -  AGD 2 & Up and  AGD 1 & Youth - 1 LMR qualified swimmers

  • These multi-day camps will specialize in techniques for individual strokes. 
  • These camps are open to Rapids swimmers in RSS 4, TD, AGD, Youth 1, Youth 2, Youth 3, Senior Regional & Senior Fitness. 
  • Swimmers from other Swim BC clubs must be at least LMR qualified and have previously competed at a regional meet. Proof of time is required. Email Dennis Silva at [email protected]. An assessment may be required. Swimmers must inform their club coach that they wish to participate. The Rapids recommends that swimmers only participate if their club does not provide any July training and their club coach approves. 

REGIONAL GROUPS JULY TRAINING CAMPS 

1. REGIONAL A CAMP - This camp is for swimmers in AGD 3, Youth 2, and SR Regional not competing at Provincial Championships. 

2. REGIONAL B CAMP - This camp is for swimmers in AGD 2. As well as AGD 1 & Youth 1 swimmers who are LMR qualified. 

  • Camp Details:
    • Skill & endurance development for Swim BC registered swimmers
    • Swimmers are expected to participate in the Surrey Knights meet on July 26-27. 
    • Swimmers must be LMR qualified.
    • Swimmers from Swim BC clubs must be at least LMR qualified and have previously competed at a regional meet. Proof of time is required. Email Dennis Silva at [email protected]. An assessment may be required. Swimmers must inform their club coach that they wish to participate. The Rapids recommends that swimmers only participate if their club does not provide any July training and their club coach approves. 

 PROVINCIAL SWIMMERS TRAINING CAMP

  • The Provincial Camp is for swimmers currently in Youth 3 & SRP.  Youth 2 & Senior Regional swimmers who are qualified and attending the Swim BC Provincial Championship may register for this camp as well.  
  • Those registering for this training must fill out this form to confirm which July meet will be their final competition and practice.
    • Edmonton Keyano Invitational - July 3-6 
    • Swim BC Summer Provincials (UBC) - July 17-20 
    • SKSC Summerfest - July 26-27 
  • Swimmers in the NATIONAL groups will have their July schedule sent to them by Coach Rob.  
    • Fees are included in 2024-2025 season fees
    • No online registration is required.