Mountain Kids Swim Lessons

Website Closing - Not running 2026-27

As the time comes to renew the Mountain Kids website and domain for another year, I have made the very difficult decision not to for now. This doesn't mean that Mountain Kids is no more, but I realized that being in limbo makes me miss it more, so it would be better that I spend the next 2 years focusing on my studies and being an Aunty. I still hope to be able to train someone to take over the business and/or return to teach at some point, but only time will tell, I'm unsure what the future holds.
Thank you all for this once in a lifetime opportunity of being able to teach all your amazing swimmers over the last 5 and a half years, indoors and outdoors in our beautiful local lakes. It was an absolute joy and blessing. I'm so grateful I got to teach these past 20 seasons, I will miss it so much, and it will forever hold a big place in my heart.

Our page and email address will still remain active if there's anything you need!

Website Closing Hi swimmers, I hope you're all enjoying a little extra snow and looking forward to more Spring sunshine! Melbourne is still sunny and warm for now, and I'm settling into my 4th week of my Masters of Occupational Therapy Practice program, which has been excellent so far. I'm really missing the mounta...

Swim Lesson Options in the Elk Valley

Swim Lesson Options in the Elk Valley Many of you have been asking, what's next for swimming lessons? Without anyone to hand the business over to (for now, but I may be back at some point, or train someone at a later time), I wanted to share what other options are available in our local communities. Fernie, Sparwood and Cranbrook pools....

🏊We're one week away from reopening the pool and we have some important updates!

🔸New Wristband System:
To increase swimmer safety, starting Sept. 9, all patrons will be issued a wristband each time they use the facility. The new system will assist lifeguards to quickly identify swimmers who require direct adult supervision and distinguish public swimmers from participants in registered programs.

🔸Drop-in Hush Swims:
Starting Sept. 14, the Aquatic Centre is offering Hush Swims – an opportunity to enjoy the water with less sensory distractions.
Drop-In Sundays from 10:00am – 11:00am.

ℹ️For more information visit fernie.ca/recreation

❗Please note: the Aquatic Centre will be closed to the public on Sept. 4 & 5 to facilitate network upgrades. During this time the phone and internet systems will also be disconnected. For any recreation inquiries please email [email protected] and we will get back to you as soon as we can.

Only 2 spots remaining for our final Fall set - for Saturday mornings at the Fernie Aquatic Center. These 45 minute, small group classes of 4 include stroke development, deep water survival skills and Lifesaving skills. Suitable for 7-14 year olds who are competent in deep water and can swim around 25m independently; from strong beginners to advanced swimmers.​

Check out all the details here:
https://www.mountainkidsswimlessons.com/fall-2025

Fall 2025 - Last Spots at Fernie Aquatic Center

Fall 2025 - Final Spots Thank you to those who signed up for our final season! Our Babies and Toddlers classes are now full, as are all our beginner lessons at the hotel pool. We have 2 spots remaining for Saturday mornings at the Fernie Aquatic Center. These 45 minute, small group classes of 4 include stroke development,....

Hope you can join us at Rotary Park in Fernie tomorrow for an event that Chrisy from CBAL and I have organized!

What is Neurodiversity?
Come find out! We will be on hand .ev 's Neurodiversity Fair on Saturday, August 23rd at Rotary Park. We are ready to learn more about local resources. Come find us at our table where Mel will be available with a selection of books for purchase.
Link to Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Hei4xgfh2/
Link to resources: https://polarpeekbooks.ca/lists/LDKFJ7aw28mA

Fall Registration Now Open!

After teaching over 500 swimmers over the last 5 years, this will be our 20th and final season running. Come join us for privates, semi-privates, family lessons or babies & toddlers at a hotel pool in Fernie, or small groups of intermediate-advanced swimmers (including lifesaving skills) at the Fernie Aquatic Center. Adaptive, calm and compassionate approach; specialized in supporting swimmers with diverse learning needs, disabilities or strong fears around the water (plus Autism Swim certified).

https://www.mountainkidsswimlessons.com/fall-2025

Fall 2025 - Registration Opens Monday 8pm

Fall 2025 - Opening Monday Reminder - Registration Opens: 8pm Monday 18th August After teaching over 500 swimmers over the last 5 years, this will be Mountain Kids Swim Lessons' 20th and final season operating! Please check out all the details and learning options on our new Fall 2025 page below. Get in fast, I will wait unti...

Fall 2025 - Registration Opens Soon

Fall 2025 Opening Soon! Registration Opens: 8pm Monday 18th August* After teaching over 500 swimmers over the last 5 years, this will be Mountain Kids Swim Lessons' 20th and final season operating! Trying not to cry... Please check out all the details and learning options on our new Fall 2025 page below. Get in fast, I wil...