Clubs
If you or a family member is just starting out, swimming lessons at your local swimming pool is a great place to start. These lessons typically cover the basics including floating, water safety and some entry level stroke skills. Most communities provide some form of swimming lesson, often using programs like the Red Cross or the Lifesaving Society. However, swimming lessons typically teach only the basics, are typically focussed on water safety and do not develop strong confident swimmers.
Taking the next step into Swim NS programs, (our member clubs that are listed below) will introduce you to swimming with confidence and competence. A stronger swimmer is a swimmer. Swim NS programs typically start around ages of 6 or later. Geared towards a competitive outcome, the programs Swim NS clubs offer help develop confidence and strength in the water, fitness and metabolic health, and set you up with a skill you can use throughout your life. Most clubs also provide recreational and skills programs to progress to after completing swimming lessons but aren’t ready to step into competition.
All of our clubs are the only programs held to strong SafeSport guidelines. Our programs are required to be aligned with Sport Canada’s Universal Code of Conduct, and the policies of Swimming. Swim NS ensures our members are protected by comprehensive insurance policies and adhere to accountability guidelines.
Find one of Nova Scotia teams in your area to join the competitive side of the sport and improve your swimming skills. Clubs offer a variety of programming for everyone from kids just starting out to adult masters who have been swimming for decades. Contact these teams directly to learn about the many options on how to join a Club and enjoy swimming at any level!
Many Clubs offer free trial periods to swimmers of all ages and abilities.
2024-2025 Year-Round Clubs (September-July):
Halifax Wavecutters Aquatic Club
Port Hawkesbury Antigonish Swim Team
2024-2025 Masters Swim Clubs- Training available for all levels of swimmers 18 & older (September-June):
Canada Games Centre Swimming Academy
Dalhousie Masters Swim Club - Email
Dartmouth Whalers Masters Swim Club
Halifax Chronos Masters Swim Club
2024 Summer Clubs (June-August):
Canada Games Centre Swimming Academy
Middleton Missiles (no webpage)