Join PICK
start your swim journey
Interested in joining Pickering Swim Club? We welcome swimmers at different stages of development and help each swimmer find the program and training group that best supports their skills, goals, and experience.
All new swimmers begin their journey with an assessment before joining a program. Our coaching staff will evaluate each swimmer and recommend the appropriate placement based on their current skills, experience, and development.
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How to Join Pickering Swim Club
1. Register for an Assessment
New swimmers complete an assessment with a club coach before joining a program. This allows our coaching staff to understand each swimmer's abilities and determine the best starting point.
2. Receive Program Placement
Following the assessment, our coaching staff will recommend the program and training group that best supports your swimmer's development.
3. Complete Registration
Once placement has been confirmed, families will receive registration instructions for the appropriate program.
Assessment Details
Assessments are offered during scheduled assessment periods throughout the year. Our main assessment period takes place at the start of the season, with additional opportunities typically offered in December and March, provided space is avaliable.
Before Registering for an Assessment
Pickering Swim Club is not a learn-to-swim program. To participate in an assessment, swimmers should be able to:
- Swim 25 metres unassisted Front Crawl
- Swim 25 metres unassisted Back Crawl
- Be comfortable swimming in deep water
Upcoming Assessment Dates
Our September assessments have now been completed.
Our next assessment opportunity is expected to take place in December, provided space remains available in our programs. Assessment dates and registration information will be posted here once confirmed.
A Volunteer-Supported Club
Pickering Swim Club is more than a place to swim—it is a community built by swimmers, coaches, and families working together. The opportunities our swimmers have to train, compete, and grow are made possible through the dedication of our coaching staff and the support of our club families. Our hosted swim meets depend on family volunteers to help provide safe, organized, and positive experiences for our swimmers.
Volunteering is a requirement of membership in our competitive program. Families are expected to volunteer at 4 of our 5 hosted swim meets each season and complete the volunteer commitment associated with their highest-level swimmer.
No previous experience is required. Many families begin by timing races, helping with meet setup, or supporting other meet activities. Our team provides the guidance and training needed to get involved, with opportunities to take on additional roles over time.
Questions?
We are happy to help families learn more about our programs, assessment process, and what it means to be part of Pickering Swim Club.
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