Bodwell Aquatics Opens Its Pool to the Community for Swim Classes 

For years, Bodwell High School’s on-campus pool in North Vancouver has been used exclusively by our day and boarding students to develop confidence, discipline, and life-long swimming skills during PE and after their school day.  
 

Starting in March 2026, we’re opening our private, indoor pool to families across the North Shore and Greater Vancouver. Bodwell Aquatics will offer community programming, starting with group and private Swim for Life swimming lessons for kids ages 7-17.
 

Register Now for Swimming Lessons in North Vancouver
 

Across Metro Vancouver, many families face long waiting lists and crowded swimming lessons. Bodwell Aquatics will provide families with a focused learning environment with small class sizes and individualized instruction, where swimmers will receive meaningful feedback and support as they progress towards their goals.  Lessons are appropriate to the child’s level and designed to help them develop strong technique, endurance, and confidence in the water.   

 

Why Choose Bodwell Aquatics? 

• Small class sizes (maximum 6 swimmers per group class) 

• Two, 45-minute lessons a week on Mondays and Thursdays with measurable skill progressions. 

• Certified, experienced instructors. 

 

A Structured Pathway for Swimmers 

Bodwell Aquatics’ Swim For Life Program offers three small-group training levels designed to support swimmers as they advance through the Swim for Life framework. 

1. Foundation Group (Levels 4–5) 

Swimmers focus on building strong fundamentals in front crawl and back crawl while increasing comfort in deeper water. Swimmers work on breathing coordination, body positioning, kicking efficiency, and short-distance endurance.

2. Development Group (Levels 6–7)  

Swimmers refine stroke technique and improve endurance while being introduced to breaststroke fundamentals. Structured drills and training sets help swimmers build stamina while improving efficiency and consistency. 

3. Advanced Group (Levels 8–9) 

Swimmers focus on advanced stroke refinement, endurance development, and performance skills across front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke. Swimmers may begin structured training sets designed to improve pacing, aerobic capacity, and technical precision. 

 

The Future of Bodwell Aquatics, Swim Lessons 

As this program grows, we will be creating opportunities for swimmers to progress into advanced recreational and pre-competitive pathways. We will also be offering lifesaving certification programs. Stay tuned.  

Meet the Manager of Bodwell Aquatics 

Shayan Esfahanizadeh Hajjar is a Bodwell alumnus and former member of Iran’s national Swim Team. He has over a decade of competitive swimming experience and has coached swimmers of all ages and skill levels, including as the coach for Bodwell’s competitive Swim team.   

Shayan is joined by a team of experienced, certified swim instructors who are ready to support Bodwell Aquatics students to learn and grow into strong, capable swimmers with a focus on technique and appropriate progressions, and a positive learning environment. 

Register your Child for Swim Classes 

Classes are held twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays at Bodwell High School, 955 Harbourside Drive, North Vancouver. 
 
Three after-school lesson times are available: 

• 3:45–4:30pm 

• 4:30–5:15pm 

• 5:15–6:00pm 
  
   

Ready to get started? Register Your Child Online Now
 

If you are unsure of your child’s swim level, evaluation sessions are available by contacting swim@bodwell.edu. 

 

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Bodwell Aquatics is part of Bodwell’s new Enrichment Programs: community programs, camps, and workshops that support learning, creativity, and personal growth. 
 
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