WINNIPEG · MANITOBA

Stronger strokes.
Greater confidence.

Foundational and developmental swim training for young swimmers ages 6–13, with clear instruction and steady, skill-focused progress.

Primarily serving Chinese and Chinese-Canadian families, while welcoming swimmers from every background.

WEEKLY TRAINING 6training days each week
  • Regular sessions60 min
  • Weekend extended sessions90 min
  • Dryland trainingTuesdays
See the weekly schedule below for current times and locations.

ABOUT US

Building real swimming ability from strong fundamentals.

Great Wall Swim Club provides foundational and developmental swim training for young swimmers in Winnipeg. Our structured approach emphasizes sound technique, efficient learning, and steady progression.

Our programs are designed for swimmers ages 6–13. We primarily support Chinese and Chinese-Canadian families through accessible communication, and we warmly welcome families from all communities.

Training priorities are adapted to each swimmer’s comfort in the water, current skills, and stage of development.

01

Structured instruction

Progressive learning from water confidence to stronger technique.

02

Strong fundamentals

Attention to body position, breathing, kicking, and coordination.

03

English & Chinese communication

Clear communication helps families understand training and progress.

PROGRAMS

Clear pathways for learning and development.

FOUNDATIONS

Water confidence and core skills

For children developing comfort in the water, breathing patterns, and basic swimming movements. Coaches recommend groups based on each swimmer’s current level.

  • Water confidence and body position
  • Breathing and foundational kicking
  • Progressive skill development
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SKILL DEVELOPMENT

Technique and training ability

For swimmers with an established foundation who are ready to improve technique, efficiency, and sustained swimming.

  • Stroke detail and coordination
  • Turns, starts, and focused skill work
  • Fitness and positive training habits
Discuss your swimmer’s level →
TUESDAYS

Dryland and swim-specific training

Land-based movement develops coordination, body control, and foundational fitness related to swimming.

  • Session 1: 5:35–6:35 PM
  • Session 2: 7:00–8:30 PM
  • Location: 80 Barnes
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TRAINING IN ACTION

Everyday practice. Confident starts.

These two clips offer a look at regular in-water practice and dive-start training. Videos do not autoplay; select play to watch.

01 · IN-WATER TRAINING

Everyday pool training

A look at stroke work, rhythm, and coordinated movement during regular practice.

02 · DIVE START TRAINING

Dive-start training

Practising the ready position, push-off, water entry, and streamlined transition.

Training content is adapted to each swimmer’s age, experience, and stage of development. Please contact the coaches to discuss the most suitable program.

WEEKLY SCHEDULE

Current training schedule

Sessions are 60 minutes unless marked as a 90-minute extended session. Please speak with a coach to confirm the most suitable time for your swimmer.

DaySession 1Session 2Location
Monday6:00–7:00 PM60 minutes—EKElmwood Kildonans Pool
Tuesday5:35–6:35 PMDryland · 60 minutes7:00–8:30 PMFocused training · 90 minutes80 BarnesDryland training location
Wednesday5:30–6:30 PM60 minutes6:50–7:50 PM60 minutesEKElmwood Kildonans Pool
Thursday7:20–8:20 PM60 minutes—EKElmwood Kildonans Pool
Friday6:00–7:00 PM60 minutes7:10–8:10 PM60 minutesSTSt. James Assiniboia Centennial Pool
Saturday10:00–11:00 AM60 minutes12:05–1:35 PMExtended · 90 minutesEKElmwood Kildonans Pool
EK

Elmwood Kildonans Pool

909 Concordia Ave, Winnipeg, MB R2K 2M6

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ST

St. James Assiniboia Centennial Pool

644 Parkdale St, Winnipeg, MB R2Y 0X4

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OUR COACHES

Meet the people supporting every swimmer.

Professional coach photographs will be added after the photo session and final approval.

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HEAD COACH

Emory

Emory began formal swim training in China at age nine and trained and competed for many years with an athletic training team, earning strong competitive results. Emory holds a competitive swimming coaching certificate and emphasizes fundamentals, sound technique, and progressive development.

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SWIM COACH

Ayden

Ayden is a Canadian swim coach with long-term experience in swim instruction and working in aquatic facilities. His approach emphasizes clear communication and helping young swimmers develop consistent, positive training habits.

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CONTACT & REGISTRATION

Tell us about your swimmer, and we’ll discuss a suitable program.

We welcome enquiries in English or Chinese. Please include your child’s age, current swimming ability, and preferred training times.