Training Sessions in Victoria, BC for swimming, cycling, running, triathlon & fitness
Training Schedule:
Swimming:
- Swim Fit Plus: M/W/F 12-1pm (Commonwealth Place)
- Swim Fit Plus: T/Th 12-1pm (Commonwealth Place)
- Swim Fit: M/W 10:45-12 noon (September-June) (Commonwealth Place)
- Evening Swim Fit Plus: T/Th 7:45-8:45pm (Commonwealth Place)
- Open Water (May-Aug): F 7:30-8:45am (Thetis Lake)
Biking:
- Indoor Bike Training: T/TH 6-7:15pm (October-May)
05/23/2026
What a day!
It was a beautiful Friday morning at Thetis Lake enjoyed by a record 92 swimmers! The water temperature has moved up a full degree to almost 19C (18.8C). Swimmers of all different speeds enjoyed the session and welcomed swimmers visiting for the Ironman 70.3 and the 94 Forward Youth Triathlon Camp.
We hope to see you next Friday.
05/17/2026
Holiday Monday!
As per usual, this Monday’s 10:45am and 12noon sessions will be offered.
The evening session will NOT be held as the facility closes at 4:00pm (this has been accounted for at the time of registration)
Enjoy your long weekend 🌞
05/16/2026
Great Start to Friday Morning Swims!
Nearly 40 swimmers hit the waters of Thetis Lake this past Friday to begin the open water season. The water temperature was a pleasant 18C (the warmest starting temperature in many years) and it was great to be back in the open water in the beautiful surroundings of Thetis Lake.
You are invited to join in next Friday!
Here's how...
- Every Friday morning (until early September), 7:30am arrival, 7:45am in the water
- Location: Thetis Lake, Main Beach
- Season Pass: $75 (click below) or $10 drop-in on site (cash)
- Bonus for early Season Pass Purchasers: A bright swim cap for the open water
- An On-line Waiver signing is also required (once for the season)
To sign up:
https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=FSK2A389FA7KE
Waiver:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/zh7DwU1/VictoriaWaiver
All swimmers are welcome, whether an individual swimmer or a member of a local swim or triathlon program. Swimmers should be comfortable in open water and able to swim continuously with comfortable breathing (speed is not required). Wetsuits are recommended for May and June.
We hope to see you there!
05/13/2026
Friday Morning Thetis Lake!
May 15th.
We could see 20C for the first swim which will be a very comfortable way to start the open-water season!
7:30am arrival - Main Beach
7:45am in the water
Confirm your spot!
Sign up and please sign the one-time waiver at the bottom of this page: www.pinnaclefitness.ca/local
05/05/2026
Thetis Lake Swim Update!
Start Date: Friday, May 15th.
The recent warm sunny weather has driven water temperature up – it is already at 19C!
We may be at 20C for the first swim which will be a very comfortable way to start these amazing training sessions. It is time to sign up and confirm your spot.
Here is some more information:
Start your Fridays off the right way at beautiful Thetis Lake!
Join us Friday mornings where swimmers of all levels will meet to swim on the calm, safe waters of majestic Thetis Lake. The session is led by certified coaches and includes a structured workout designed to improve your open water swimming skills and fitness (choice of workout distances will be given). Coaches will be present with kayaks on the water.
All swimmers are welcome, whether an individual swimmer or a member of a local swim or triathlon program. Swimmers should be comfortable in open water and able to swim continuously with comfortable breathing (speed is not required). Wetsuits are recommended for May and June.
- Every Friday morning (until early September), 7:30am arrival, 7:45am in the water
- Location: Thetis Lake, Main Beach
- Season Pass: $75 (click below) or $10 drop-in on site (cash)
- Bonus for early Season Pass Purchasers: A bright swim cap for the open water
- An On-line Waiver signing is also required (once for the season)
To sign up:
https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=FSK2A389FA7KE
Waiver:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/zh7DwU1/VictoriaWaiver
We hope to see you there!
04/28/2026
TC 10K - Congratulations!
Congrats to all of the Saturday Morning Runners who competed in the TC10K this past Sunday. It was a glorious day out there.
Well done everyone!
04/24/2026
Provincials!
The Masters Provincial Swimming Championships took place this past weekend in Kelowna, BC.
Congratulations to SwimFit Swimmers and Coaches... Coach Cindy Mabee, Coach Pat Pennock, Scott Cosper, Alicia Slade, Jordan Ryan, Dale Robinson, James Downey, Clayton Dicks, and the rest!
Special mentions to...
🌟 Scott who broke the 100m butterfly Provincial Record
🌟 Coach Pat who broke the 800m and 1500m free Provincial Records
🌟 Coach Cindy who broke 4 Canadian Records
🌟 Coaches Pat and Cindy were on a Relay Team that broke a Provincial Record in the 4x50 medley
Pictured here, Pat, Jordyn, Scott and James 📸
Well done everyone!