About the Richmond Rapids
The Richmond Rapids are a year-round swim club in Richmond, BC. We offer programs for age group swimmers of all abilities, from entry-level swim lessons to national and international development.
MIDSEASON ASSESSMENTS (Starting in November, except for Dec, March, May to August)
Last Monday of the month - 5:30-6:15 pm - Minoru Pool
Last Tuesday of the month - 4:00-5:00 pm - Watermania Pool
Last Monday of the month - 5:30-6:15 pm - Minoru Pool
Last Tuesday of the month - 4:00-5:00 pm - Watermania Pool
REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR NEW MEMBERS:
1. Drop in for one of the assessments listed above for a free assessment for your swimmer.
2. Bring a chequebook with you. Your swimmer will need a well-fitting suit and goggles.
3. Read through registration information package. (Posted above)
4. Once the assessment is completed, fill registration forms provided and provide registration payments. Post dated cheques or cash only.
5. Begin swimming with the Richmond Rapids and have fun!
Upcoming Team Events
Latest News
Mar 4, 2019
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LMR Champs Recap
LMR Champs Recap, by Morgan Mark On Feb 9-10, the Rapids hosted the 2019 LMR Championships at Watermania. 58 Rapids athletes from AGD1, AGD2,...
Mar 4, 2019
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Swim BC Age Group Championships Re-cap - Winter 2019
Swim BC Age Group Championships Re-cap, by Vlad Volchkov This past weekend 35 Rapids athletes from the AGD, RD, PAG, NAG, and Senior Provincial...
Feb 27, 2019
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The Rules of Pool: Navigating Etiquette at Swim Meets
The following article was written by Andrea Phillpotts, a writer, teacher, and Rapids parent. A Chinese translation is included below. The parent was huge,...
Dec 21, 2018
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The 12 Gifts of Swimming
The following article was written by Andrea Phillpotts, a writer, teacher, and Rapids parent. As we hit pause on swimming for the holiday break...
Dec 10, 2018
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Diving In the Deep End – Negotiating Rapids as a Parent
The following article was written by Andrea Phillpotts, a writer, teacher, and Rapids parent. It was early in the morning on a drizzly Saturday....
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