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-7pm
Sat | 10am-5pm
Sun | 12pm-4pm
CONTACT
PO Box 189, 2040 Mamette Avenue
Merritt BC V1K 1B8
(250) 378-6662 Phone
(250) 378-3504 Fax
nvac@merritt.ca
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?
Check back in the fall.
Cost?
Free
Junior Lifeguard Club (8+ yrs)
When?
Monday | July 4 – August 22 | 7 sessions | 1:00-2:00 PM
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?
Tuesdays & Thursdays | 12:30PM-2:30PM
Cost?
$12.75|session
(Aquatic) Fitness Programs
Aqua Board
Check back later!
Stretch & Stability
Monday & Wednesday & Friday | 10:00AM-10:45AM
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
Monday, Wednesday & Friday | 11:00AM-11:45AM
Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday | 5:45PM-6:30PM
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
Starfish 🌟 (4-12 Months)
Parent participation is required and progression is based on age
Duck 🦆 (13-24 Months)
Parent participation is required and progression is based on age
Sea Turtle 🐢 (2-3 Years)
Parent participation is required and progression is based on age
Sea Otter 🦦 (3-6 years)
Front & back floats & glides & 1 metre swim with help
Salamander 🦎 (3-6 years)
Front & back floats & swims, rollover swims & 2 metre swim
Sunfish 🐠 (3-6 years)
Front, back, roll-over & side swims, deep water activities & 5 metre swim
Crocodile 🐊 (3-6 years)
Front, back & side swim & basic front crawl, deep water swimming & 10 metre swim
Whale 🐳 (3-6 years)
10 metre front, back & side swim & basic front crawl, deep water swimming & 15 metre swim
Red Cross Swim Kids | 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
Private Lessons
Interested in private lessons? Enjoy some one on one instruction! Our private lessons offer flexibility and personalized attention.
Semi-private lessons are available by request, and swimmers must be in similar level or have similar swimming abilities.
Fridays|July 8-29 and August 5-26
9:00AM-9:30AM|9:30AM-10:00AM|10:00AM-10:30AM|10:30AM-11:00AM
Birthday Parties at NVAC
Fun Leader Party 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
Bronze Medallion
Cost: $205
100% attendance is required.
13 years old or Bronze Star.
Bronze Cross
Cost: $165
100% attendance is required.
National Lifeguard
Cost $395
Water Safety Instructor
Cost $550
Standard First Aid (OFA 1)
Cost $145
