Race With the Pirates
Summer Swimming
Train hard, race often and spend the summer as part of one of Squamish’s most energetic team communities.
The Squamish Pirates compete in the Vancouver & District Region of the BC Summer Swimming Association.
A Summer at the Pool
More Than a Swim Program
Summer swimming combines skill development, racing, teamwork and a season full of opportunities to compete alongside your friends.
The Pirates are part of the Vancouver & District Region of the BC Summer Swimming Association. Throughout the season, swimmers have opportunities to compete at regional meets, challenge themselves and work toward qualification for Provincial Championships.
It’s competitive swimming with a distinctly summer feel: busy pool decks, cheering teammates, family involvement and plenty of Pirate spirit.
Find Your Crew
Summer Training Groups
From a first experience with the Pirates through senior competitive swimming, our summer program offers a progression for athletes at different ages and stages.
Ages 4–6
Minis
A fun introduction to the Pirates for young swimmers beginning to build comfort, skills and confidence in the water.
Divisions 1 & 2
Mateys & Buccaneers
Developing swimmers build stronger strokes, fitness and race skills while becoming part of the competitive team environment.
Divisions 2 & 3
Gunners
More training, stronger racing skills and continued development for swimmers ready to take another step forward.
Divisions 4–6 + Junior OCAT
Swordsmen
A higher-volume competitive group focused on continued technical development, fitness and race performance.
Senior OCAT + Division 7+
Captains
The senior summer group for experienced competitive swimmers pursuing higher levels of training and performance.
Race the Region
Summer Meet Season
Swim meets are a big part of the summer experience. Pirates race against clubs throughout the Vancouver & District Region, with the season building toward Regional and Provincial Championships.
It Takes a Crew
Families Make Meets Happen
Swim meets are volunteer-run. Families are expected to help with a role or shift at meets their swimmer attends, and no previous experience is required. Training and support are available for new volunteers.
Ready for Summer?
Join the Pirates
Summer swimming registration is completed through the BCSSA Active registration system.
The registration link below will take you to the external Active website to view current availability and complete the BCSSA registration process.