Swim Start
At Swim Start, we help kids ages 3-12, and adult swimmers develop safety, technique, and confidence in the water through a foundation-first approach. Structured progression. Individualized coaching. Real results.
Program Snapshot:
Monthly Subscription Plans | Private & Small-Group Training | Individualized Coaching & Progressions
This is where your swim journey begins.
Water you waiting for?
Why Choose Swim Start?
Because Great Swimming Starts With a Strong Foundation.
At Swim Start, we believe success in the water isn’t accidental — it’s built from the very beginning. Everything we do is rooted in how you START:
S.T.A.R.T.
Safety • Technique • Attitude • Resilience • Trainability
We don’t just teach swimmers how to move through water — we develop confident, capable athletes who feel strong, safe, and empowered in every aquatic environment.
By combining competitive swim training methods with Swim for Life water safety principles, Swim Start delivers a balanced, intentional program focused on what matters most:
Technique proficiency
Stroke & athletic development
Lifelong aquatic skills
Whether you’re a swimmer new to the water, building fundamental skills, or ready to sharpen their competitive edge, Swim Start provides expert coaching, structured progression, and the confidence needed for all swimmers to rise to their highest potential.
If you’re ready to become a strong, capable swimmer from the very first stroke — Swim Start is ready to dive in with you.
Behind the Goggles!
Meet Alicia — Swim Instructor & National Lifeguard. With over two decades of experience, as both a competitive swimmer and coach, she brings an ocean of knowledge and expertise to the pool that has helped swimmers of all ages build confidence, master technique, and unlock their full potential in the water.
Swimming isn’t just a sport — it’s a lifelong skill that builds resilience, focus, and self-belief. Through encouragement, skill-development, and fun — we ensure every swimmer feels supported and motivated from their very first splash to every milestone thereafter.
Our Mission: To help every swimmer feel capable, confident, and excited to grow — one kick, one stroke, one splash at a time. Let’s dive in!
Visit Us
Fitness 2000 Athletic Club
9304 Salish Court
Burnaby, BC V3J 7B5
Hours
Monday–Friday
9am-3:30pm
Wednesday–Thursday
7pm–9pm