General Info
The Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre is located next to the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena and a few minutes walk from the Merritt Civic Centre. The Facility is also fully accessible and staff welcome all to visit.
Features
- 6 lanes 25 metre Main Pool
- Lazy River & Vortex
- Leisure Pool
- Tot’s Pool & Water Sprays
- Viewing Deck
- Fully Equipped Fitness Room
Opening Hours (Pool & Gym)
Mon-Fri | 6am-6pm
Sat-Sun | 12pm-4pm
Both pools closed for cleaning Monday to Friday between 1:00-2:00 pm.
CONTACT
PO Box 189, 2040 Mamette Avenue
Merritt BC V1K 1B8
(250) 378-6662 Phone
(250) 378-3504 Fax
nvac@merritt.ca
Fall Schedule Coming Soon
Admission Fees
| Category | Drop-In | 10 Punch Card | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tot (0-2 years) | Free | n/a | n/a |
| Child (3-12 years) | $2.40 | $21.60 | $25.90 |
| Youth (13-18 years) | $3.00 | $27.00 | $32.40 |
| Adult (19-59 years) | $4.00 | $36.00 | $43.20 |
| Senior (60+) | $3.00 | $27.00 | $32.40 |
| Student | $3.20 | $28.80 | $34.60 |
| Lions Den Fitness Room | $3.00 | $27.00 | $32.40 |
| Family First Person | $3.00 | n/a | n/a |
| Family Additional | $2.20 | n/a | n/a |
| Family Pass | n/a | n/a | $140.00 |
Please note punch cards expire 1 year after the date of purchase.
Aquatic Programs
Senior Free Swim
When?
Wednesday | 9:00 – 10:00 AM
Starting Sept 29 – ongoing
Cost?
Free
Junior Lifeguard Club (7-14 yrs)
When?
Monday | October 18 – December 13 | 9 sessions
Where?
NVAC Main Pool
Cost?
$45
Learn the basics of lifeguarding in a safe & fun atmosphere.
This is a program that continues to build on child’s abilities.
- Lifesaving Skills
- Stroke Improvement
- Team Building
- Endurance
- Lifesaving Sports
- First-Aid Skills
Craft & Splash Tots (3-6 yrs)
When?
Friday | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Ongoing
Cost?
$12.75
Mermaid School
When?
Wednesday | October 20 | 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Where?
NVAC Main Pool
Cost?
$15
(Aquatic) Fitness Programs
Aqua Board
Challenge your balance to the core! Learn how to get on and off the anchored aqua boards while focusing on strength and cardio!
This class is targeted for all levels of fitness, come have some fun and try it out!
Thursday | 6:15 – 6:45 am
October 7 – 28| 4 weeks
November 19 – December 9 | 4 weeks
Cost: $34.40
Stretch & Stability
Ongoing
Monday & Wednesday & Friday | 10:00-10:45 am and 12-12:45 pm
Tuesday & Thursday | 7:00-7:45 am
Cost: regular admission
16+ years
Want to increase your muscular strength, balance, stretch and flexibility? This class will build on maintaining proper form by keeping a well-aligned spine and stable core.
Aqua Fit
Ongoing
Monday, Wednesday & Friday | 11:00-11:45 am
Cost: regular admission
16+ years
This class combines running, interval training and a variety of exercises designed to decrease body fat, increase cardiovascular efficiency, improve strength, and help people get into a routine of regular exercise.
Pre-school Lessons
Prices:
6 lessons: $24.30 | 7 lessons: $28.65 | 8 lessons: $32.60
Available Time Periods:
Oct 4 – Nov 28 (8 lessons)
Nov 1 – Nov 25 (7/8 lessons)
Nov 29 – Dec 16 (6 lessons)
Starfish 🌟 (4-12 Months)
Parent participation is required and progression is based on age
Tuesday/Thursday | 10:00 – 10:30 AM
Duck 🦆 (13-24 Months)
Parent participation is required and progression is based on age
Tuesday/Thursday | 10:00 – 10:30 AM
Sea Turtle 🐢 (2-3 Years)
Parent participation is required and progression is based on age
Tuesday/Thursday | 10:00 – 10:30 AM
Sea Otter 🦦 (3-6 years)
Parent participation is required. Front & back floats & glides & 1 metre swim with help
Monday/Wednesday | 4:30 – 5:00 PM
Tuesday/Thursday | 9:30 – 10:00 AM or 3:30 – 4:00 PM
Salamander 🦎 (3-6 years)
Parent participation is required. Front & back floats & swims, rollover swims & 2 metre swim
Tuesday/Thursday | 10:30 – 11:00 AM
Sunfish 🐠 (3-6 years)
Parent participation is required. Front, back, roll-over & side swims, deep water activities & 5 metre swim
Tuesday/Thursday | 10:30 – 11:00 AM
Crocodile 🐊 (3-6 years)
Parent participation is required. Front, back & side swim & basic front crawl, deep water swimming & 10 metre swim
Tuesday/Thursday | 11:00 – 11:30 AM
Whale 🐳 (3-6 years)
Parent participation is required. 10 metre front, back & side swim & basic front crawl, deep water swimming & 15 metre swim
Tuesday/Thursday | 11:00 – 11:30 AM
School Age Lessons | Age: 5-14 years
Prices | Level 1-5
6 lessons: $24.30 | 7 lessons: $28.65 | 8 lessons: $32.60
Prices | Level 6-7
6 lessons: $27.40 | 7 lessons: $32.15 | 8 lessons: $36.50
Prices | Level 8-10
6 lessons: $36.30 | 7 lessons: $42.50 | 8 lessons: $48.40
Swim Lesson Transition for Pre-school to School Age
When completed:
- Starfish, Duck, Sea Turtle, Sea Otter, Salamander
➜ Level 1
- Sunfish
➜ Level 2
- Crocodile
➜ Level 3
- Whale
➜ Level 4
Level 1
Parent participation is required. Front & back floats, swims, roll-over swims, basic back crawl & 5 metre swim.
Monday/Wednesday | 3:30 – 4:00 PM
Tuesday/Thursday | 4:00 – 4:30 PM
Level 2
Parent participation required. Side swim & basic front crawl, deep water activities & 10 metre swim.
Monday/Wednesday | 3:30 – 4:00 PM
Tuesday/Thursday | 4:00 – 4:30 PM
Level 3
Parent participation required. Front & back floats, swims, roll-over swims, basic front crawl & 15 metre swim.
Monday/Wednesday | 4:00 – 4:30 PM
Tuesday/Thursday | 4:30 – 5:00 PM
Level 4
Parent participation required.15 metre back swim, 10 metre front swim & 25 metre swim.
Monday/Wednesday | 4:00 – 4:30 PM
Tuesday/Thursday | 4:30 – 5:00 PM
Level 5
15 metre front & back crawl whip kick on back & 50 metre swim
Tuesday/Thursday | 5:00 – 5:30 PM
Level 6
25 metre front & back crawl, 15 metre elementary backstroke & 75 metre swim
Tuesday/Thursday | 5:00 – 5:45 PM
Level 7
50 metre front & back crawl, 25 metre elementary backstroke, whip kick on front & 150 metre swim
Tuesday/Thursday | 5:00 – 5:45 PM
Level 8
75 metre front & back crawl, 15 metre breaststroke & 300 metre swim
Monday/Wednesday | 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Level 9
100 metre front & back crawl, 25 metre breaststroke & side stroke & 400 metre swim
Monday/Wednesday | 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Level 10
100 metre front & back crawl, 50 metre elementary backstroke, breaststroke & side stroke & 500 metre swim
Monday/Wednesday | 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Family Lessons
Want to get your kids back into swimming and stay within your bubble? Then family lessons are for you! Are your kids at different swimming levels? Don’t worry, our instructors are ready to create a lesson plan just for your family!
Prices
Child
4 lessons (30 min.): $60
Additional child
4 lessons (30 min.): $7.20
Adult
4 lessons (30 min.): $63.00
Private Lessons
Interested in private lessons? Please contact the front desk to request a private lessons set up. Options of 1 or multiple days per week are available if scheduling permits.
Prices
Child
4 lessons (30 min.): $60
Additional child
4 lessons (30 min.): $7.20
Adult
4 lessons (30 min.): $63.00
Birthday Parties at NVAC
Basic Party Package | $59
Fun Leader Parky Package | $80
Themed Pool Party | $175
All packages include admission for 10 children. Up to 1 adult per child under 7 years old.
*Please inquire regarding parties requesting 10 or more children as additional fees apply.
Becoming a Life Guard & Advanced Leadership Programs
For more information on becoming a lifeguard and the Advanced Leadership Programs, please consult the Merritt Activity Guide.
Bronze Medallion
When:
Thursday Oct 14 | 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday Oct 15 | 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Saturday Oct 16 | 11:00 -4:00 PM
Saturday Oct 17 | 11:00 -4:00 PM
Cost: $205
100% attendance is required.
13 years old or Bronze Star.
Bronze Cross
When:
Thursday Oct 21 | 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday Oct 22 | 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Saturday Oct 23 | 11:00 -4:00 PM
Saturday Oct 24 | 11:00 -4:00 PM
Cost: $165
100% attendance is required.
National Lifeguard Recert
When:
Saturday December 4| 12:00 – 4:00 PM
Cost: $125
Standard First Aid (OFA 1)
When:
Saturday Oct 16 | 9:00 -5:00 PM
Saturday Oct 17 | 9:00 -5:00 PM
Cost: $145
100% attendance is required.
Minimum 6 candidates required.