2026-27 Olympians White

White 3

The White 3 group is an advanced component of our Senior Stream, designed for swimmers aged 13 and older who are looking to improve their fitness, further refine their technical skills, and embrace a healthy, active lifestyle. This year-long program supports lifelong participation in a structured yet flexible environment and can be paired with our Leadership Development programs for those interested in coaching, lifeguarding, or officiating.

Main Objectives

• Enhance cardiovascular fitness and swimming endurance.
• Further refine all four competitive stroke techniques for greater efficiency and power.
• Foster an enjoyment of swimming for continued engagement in the sport beyond competitive pathways.

Criteria

Target Age: 13 to 17 Years as of March 15th
(While the target age provides general guidance, swimmers aged 13 to 18 years may be considered to accommodate individual differences in growth, development, and experience.)

Ability: Demonstrate a dive start and a legal 200m IM (Individual Medley) under 4:00. Final placement rests exclusively with the senior coaching staff.

Commitment: Foundational Commitment

Equipment

Swimmers must arrive fully prepared for each session with the following:

• Team Uniform: Olympians Swimming team gear must be worn at all practices and dryland sessions. 
• Training Gear: Swimmers are responsible for their swimwear and goggles.

Note: Additional equipment recommendations may be provided by the group coach.

Practice Schedule

• 3 X 75 Minute Sessions per Week (15 Minutes On Deck + 60 Minutes In Water).

Note: For year-long groups, schedule changes may be possible only if space permits.

Competition

Swimmers in the White 3 group may participate in Swim BC sanctioned competitions, including Olympians All-Squad, Regional Development, and select Invitational level meets. 

Registration

Registration for White 3 is year-long, covering the full competitive season from October through June. 

Fees

Below is a summary of the fees for the White 3 group. For comprehensive details on all financial matters, please refer to the Financial Matters section of the 2026-27 Member Handbook. 

• Member Registration Fee: $370.00 / Season A consolidated one-time annual fee due upon registration. It includes club administration, Swim BC/Swimming Canada membership, and the Team Uniform Starter Kit (one white team t-shirt, one team swim cap, and one bag tag).
   
• Swim Challenge Assessment: $210.00 / Season A mandatory annual fee, due at time of registration, contributing to staffing and pool costs. This can be offset by earning sponsor pledges during the annual Swim Challenge event.
   
• Program Fees: Please contact the Olympians office for the current annual fee schedule.
   
• Payment Options:
  • Lump Sum: Due September 1st.
  • Installment Plan: 9 equal monthly payments with a 5% surcharge applied.

Important Notes

• Non-Refundable Policy: All fees are strictly non-refundable once committed.
   
• Processing Fees: Online payments incur fees for Credit Card (3.1% + $0.40) or Pre-Authorized Debit (1.2% + $0.50).
   
• Late Fees: A $50.00 administrative fee applies to any late payments.
   
• Financial Aid: Information on external grants (Jumpstart, KidSport, etc.) and fee reduction through Swim Challenge pledges is available on our website.

White 2

The White 2 group is a foundational component of our Senior Stream, designed for swimmers aged 13 and older who wish to improve their fitness, refine technical skills, and enjoy a healthy, active lifestyle. This year-long program supports lifelong participation in a structured yet flexible environment and can be paired with our Leadership Development programs for those interested in coaching, lifeguarding, or officiating.

Main Objectives

• Improve overall physical fitness through structured swimming workouts.
• Refine stroke technique for increased efficiency and endurance.
• Foster an enjoyment of swimming to encourage continued participation beyond the competitive pathway.

Criteria

Target Age: 13 to 17 Years as of March 15th
(While the target age provides general guidance, swimmers aged 13 to 18 years may be considered to accommodate individual differences in growth, development, and experience.)
Ability: Able to complete a 200m continuous choice swim under 4:30.  Final placement rests exclusively with the senior coaching staff.

Commitment: Foundational Commitment

Equipment

Swimmers must arrive fully prepared for each session with the following:

• Team Uniform: Olympians Swimming team gear must be worn at all practices and dryland sessions. 
• Training Gear: Swimmers are responsible for their swimwear and goggles.

Note: Additional equipment recommendations may be provided by the group coach.

Practice Schedule

• 2 X 75 Minute Sessions per Week (15 Minutes On Deck + 60 Minutes In Water).

Note: For year-long groups, schedule changes may be possible only if space permits.

Competition

Swimmers in the White 2 group focus on fitness and skill development and do not participate in the competitions.

Registration

Registration for White 2 is year-long, covering the full competitive season from October through June. 

Fees

Below is a summary of the fees for the White 2 group. For comprehensive details on all financial matters, please refer to the Financial Matters section of the 2026-27 Member Handbook. 

• Member Registration Fee: $220.00 / Season A consolidated one-time annual fee due upon registration. It includes club administration, Swim BC/Swimming Canada membership, and the Team Uniform Starter Kit (one white team t-shirt, one team swim cap, and one bag tag).
   
• Swim Challenge Assessment: $210.00 / Season A mandatory annual fee, due at time of registration, contributing to staffing and pool costs. This can be offset by earning sponsor pledges during the annual Swim Challenge event.
   
• Program Fees: Please contact the Olympians office for the current annual fee schedule.
   
• Payment Options:
  • Lump Sum: Due October 1st.
  • Installment Plan: 9 equal monthly payments with a 5% surcharge applied.

Important Notes

• Non-Refundable Policy: All fees are strictly non-refundable once committed.
   
• Processing Fees: Online payments incur fees for Credit Card (3.1% + $0.40) or Pre-Authorized Debit (1.2% + $0.50).
   
• Late Fees: A $50.00 administrative fee applies to any late payments.
   
• Financial Aid: Information on external grants (Jumpstart, KidSport, etc.) and fee reduction through Swim Challenge pledges is available on our website.