We are currently working with the City of Coquitlam on possible pool availability for Fall and Winter maintenance training. The Covid-19 pandemic substantially affects our ability to provide our usual aquatics programs as there is still much uncertainty on pool availability at this time. Once we have program information we will provide updates on our website, Instagram and twitter. If you have been a member of the Sharks at any time during 2019-2020 seasons you will receive an email with the program plan for Fall and Winter. We hope to provide new information by mid-September. Thank you for your patience.
The City of Coquitlam is reaching out to let pool users know that a public engagement survey is kicking off today to ask: What’s possible for improvements at Spani Pool?
This survey is a first step in the renewal planning process. In the fall focus group meetings with pool user groups and clubs will be arranged and these meetings will be held via “Zoom” or another on line platform.
Spani Pool is entering its 50th year of service and the City has identified the renewal of the pool as a priority. The city wants to expand aquatic services and experiences by adding a leisure pool and enhanced spray deck, and other improvements to benefit the community.
Please participate in our survey and tell us what you think is possible for the future as well as what you have enjoyed in the past!
Your input will help to:
-Build a cohesive vision that supports and enhances the existing attractions at the pool
-Develop an understanding of the spaces required to improve access and inclusion at the enhanced pool
Please also share this information with others: https://letstalkcoquitlam.ca/spani
If you have any questions or would like more information please reach out to civicprojects@coquitlam.ca
The city of Coquitlam has authorized in-pool practices starting this week. Please refer to communication from our coaches and the calendar on our website for specific details of each sport and training group. An athlete may not enter a pool unless the documents emailed out by our registrar are electronically signed and submitted.
Cancellation of Remaining Winter Maintenance Practices for Swimming and Diving
Due to the COVID-19 situation, the City of Coquitlam has closed Poirier Sports and Leisure Centre and City Centre Aquatic Complex until April 30, 2020.
A complete list of City of Coquitlam facility closures can be found here: Coquitlam Closures
Due to these closures we have cancelled all remaining Winter Maintenance practices for swimming and diving.
Sharks Executives are calculating refunds for the cancelled Winter Maintenance practices. This will take some time and we appreciate your patience as we prepare the refunds.
Stay safe everyone!
Sincerely,
Shark Team
The situation with COVID-19 Pandemic has been quickly changing. The Coquitlam Sharks is operating within the recommendations of the BC Centre for Disease Control. At this time, all Winter Maintenance practices are operating as scheduled.
Updates from Canadian health agencies are available on the links below:
Office of the Provincial Medical Health Officer
BC Centre for Disease Control
Public Health Agency of Canada
Naturally, our coaching staff will not be attending practice sessions if they are ill. Likewise, if your child has any symptoms of illness, it is important that you keep your child home.
Coquitlam Sharks is in contact with the City of Coquitlam. We will inform you of pool closures; however, for your convenience, you can also check the City of Coquitlam website.
Changes to any Sharks programmes will be updated through our website, email, and social media.
We appreciate your patience and individual efforts to keep all our athletes, coaches, and parents safe during the COVID -19 Pandemic.
Sincerely,
Shark Team
Registration forms are live. Please look at the registration menu.
We would like to inform you that afternoon training sessions are running as usual today – Thursday, January 16th, 2020. Road conditions in our area are generally good or fair. That said, please travel safely, and allow extra travel time.
Due to current weather conditions and to keep our swimmers and caoches safe there will be no training today, Wednesday, Jan 15. in the afternoon and Thursday, Jan. 16 in the morning.
Please keep an eye on instagram and website for updates on the status of Thursday evening and Friday training sessions.
We are hiring head and lead coaches for all 4 disciplines (swim, polo, dive, synchro).
Click on the JOB OPPORTUNITIES tab at the top of the page for details.
