Masters Swimming
A program for adults focused on improving fitness, technique, and performance through coached group workouts and community participation.
This is not a Learn to Swim program
Participants should be proficient in 2-3 competitive strokes.
Note:
This program is for Carleton members only (Staff/Faculty, Students, and Community members in All-Inclusive, Morning, Senior Ravens, or Swim-Only categories).
Masters Swimming Program
The Masters Swim Club is a coached program designed for adult swimmers of all levels who want to improve their fitness, refine their technique, and enjoy the camaraderie of group training. Whether you’re a former competitive swimmer, a triathlete, or someone returning to the pool for fitness, our sessions offer structured workouts tailored to varying abilities and goals. Practices focus on stroke development, endurance, speed, and efficiency, with an emphasis on personal progress and team spirit. Participation also provides opportunities for social connection and optional competition at Masters swim meets.
Age Requirement
- 14 years +
Dates & Times
Fall 2025 Session
No workout
On Monday October 13th
| Groups | Days | Dates | Times | # of workouts | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early Birds Group #1 | Mon, Wed, & Fri (deep lanes) | Sept 3 – Dec 19 | 7:35 – 8:35am | 46 | $210 + HST |
| Early Birds Group #2 | Mon, Wed, & Fri (deep lanes) | Sept 3 – Dec 19 | 8:40 – 9:40 am | 46 | $210 + HST |
| Early Birds Group #3 | Saturdays (shallow lanes) | Sept 6 – Dec 20 | 8:15 – 9:25 am | 16 | $106 + HST |
| Groups | Days | Dates | Times | # of workouts | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitecaps Group #4 | Mon, Tues, & Thurs (shallow lanes) | Sept 2 – Dec 18 | 6:00 – 7:10pm | 46 | $227 + HST |
| Whitecaps Group #5 | Mon, Tues, & Thurs (shallow lanes) | Sept 2 – Dec 18 | 7:10 – 8:10pm | 46 | $210 + HST |
Holiday ‘Bonus’ Master’s Drop-In Swim Workout Sessions
Join us for a couple ‘Bonus’ coached swim workouts over the holiday designed specifically for existing Master’s swimmers – swimmers of the Fall 2025 program or those registered for the up-coming Winter 2026 offering. These drop-in coached workouts are also a perfect opportunity bring along a friend or family member and introduce them to our Master’s program. Swimmers pay a drop-in fee of $7.00 per session and each Master’s swim is welcome to bring along a friend or family member (aged 14+) who is not enrolled in the Master’s program to participate as well.
Please note:
Those who are not currently Master’s Swim members must be accompanied by a Master’s swimmer to participate in these sessions.
- Drop-In Fee: $7.00 per swimmer
- Payment Process: Payment is provided at the Welcome Center up on arrival. Please bring your receipt to the coach on deck to verify that you’ve paid for that individual session.
Session Dates & Times:
Mon. December 22nd 6:00 – 7:00pm (Deep end lanes)
Mon. December 29th 7:30 – 8:30pm (Deep end lanes)
Tues. December 30th 7:00 – 8:00pm (Shallow end lanes)
Fri. January 2nd 7:30 – 8:30am (Deep end lanes)
Winter 2026 Term
Winter 2026 Program Registration Opens
December 10th @ 10:00am
| Groups | Days | Dates | Times | # of workouts | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early Birds Group #1 | Mon, Wed, & Fri (deep lanes) | Jan 5 – April 10 | 7:35 – 8:35am | 40 | $196.92 + HST |
| Early Birds Group #2 | Mon, Wed, & Fri (deep lanes) | Jan 5 – April 10 | 8:40 – 9:40 am | 40 | $196.92 + HST |
| Early Birds Group #3 | Saturdays (shallow lanes) | Jan 10 – April 11 | 8:15 – 9:25 am | 14 | $107.69 + HST |
No workout
On (Mon) February 16 and (Fri) April 3
| Groups | Days | Dates | Times | # of workouts | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitecaps Group #4 | Mon, Tues, & Thurs (Shallow lanes) | Jan 5 – April 9 | 6:00 – 7:10pm | 41 | $217.30 + HST |
| Whitecaps Group #5 | Mon, Tues, & Thurs (Shallow lanes) | Jan 5 – April 9 | 7:10 – 8:10pm | 41 | 200.90 + HST |
No workout
On (Mon) February 16
Spring Term
There are currently no dates for this term yet
Please come back later!
Summer Term
There are currently no dates for this term yet
Please come back later!
Location
- Carleton Pool – Alumni Hall
Important Notes
- Bring your membership ID for check-in at the Welcome Centre Desk (Alumni Hall).
- Please check-in/swipe-thru at the Welcome Centre Desk in Alumni Hall. Please arrive (10-15) minutes before the start of your swim workout.
- Showers are available in each main locker room for brief usage, and lockers are available for daily usage.
- Members can register for more then one group but can not mix and match coached workouts between groups.
To see membership, go to the general membership/passes page
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