Learn-to-Dive

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The Program

If your child is comfortable in the deep end of the pool, they can learn the exciting sport of diving!

We offer fun learn-to-dive classes for all levels, from beginner to intermediate and more advanced. Classes are available for children, teens and adults.

We run three sessions — in fall, winter, and spring.

Although the attraction to diving is quite often the thrill of jumping off a high platform, our learn-to-dive classes incorporate an emphasis on power, control and grace.

Learn-to-dive participants often progress into our pre-competitive and competitive diving program.

What to expect

Participants are introduced to diving in a fun, active and safe environment.

The program consists of four progressive skill levels. Each skill needs to be performed comfortably before a diver advances to the next level.

Each class lasts 60 minutes, and includes a warm-up poolside and diving instruction at the Canada Games Aquatic Centre.

Divers learn on the 1m and 3m boards. Depending on their comfort, instructors may allow them to jump off the higher diving boards.

Each season ends with a mini-meet that allows divers to show off the skills they’ve learned in a low-pressure environment run by our older divers.

  • "I can't say enough about the wonderful dedicated coaches and the volunteers who run the club."

    Vanessa S.

  • “My daughter started diving last September and is loving it. FCDC is a great club… It's a very nurturing and inclusive club. Well done FCDC! Highly recommend.”

    - Mark G.

  • "Great fun. I take the adult class (I had never dived before) and it is a great hour to do some diving and try your hand at a different type of sport. Cannot recommend it enough."

    Michael G.

Program Guidelines

Program length differs in each session, please refer to the session registration for details.

  • Classes are  60/90 min in duration, once a week.

  • No age specific groups.

  • One instructor to 8 divers in a class depending on the level and age of class.

  • Attendees must be comfortable in deep water with ability to swim to edge.

Adult classes available (please inquire via email at forestcitydivingclub@gmail.com).

Details

Program Schedule

Please refer to the schedule link for details: Winter 2026 FCDC Learn to Dive Schedule

Equipment

  • Bathing suit

  • Towel

  • Flip flops

***Due to circumstances out of our control, some classes are shortened due to other pool commitments***

For more information, please email forestcitydivingclub@gmail.com