Recreation Inclusion
Coquitlam strives to provide community recreation experiences for people of all ages and abilities. Contact the Community Services team to discuss how we can best support your visit:
- Arrange for a facility tour
- Access to adapted equipment
- Discuss program options with a Community Services staff member
Children and Youth Programs
Families with children and youth in registered recreation programs are encouraged to complete Recreation Support Request Form a minimum of two weeks prior to the start of the program.
A recreation support plan can support your child’s experience by:
- Providing key information to program leaders on how best to support your child’s unique needs
- Identifying strategies to help your child stay engaged and having fun
- Having supports such as visual cards and noise minimizing headphones available
- Ensuring program spaces meet accessibility requirements
Note: recreation staff cannot administer medication or assist with dressing, feeding or toileting.
Patrons who require direct support to safely enjoy our services can bring a support person with them at no additional cost. It is expected the support person will be with the customer throughout their visit and be fully engaged in supporting them. Please let the front know upon arrival.
Recreation Social Stories
Is your child feeling nervous about participating in a camp or recreation program? Reference our Social Stories to help them prepare for the experience.
Sensory-Friendly Swims (All Ages)
An all-inclusive leisure swim time for those who may have sensory processing challenges, or are simply looking for a quieter swim. Music and all water features will be turned off and not available for the duration of the swim time. Drop-in rates apply.
Upcoming swims at Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex:
- Friday, Sept. 30 (8 - 9 a.m.)
- Monday, Oct. 10 (8 - 9 a.m.)
- Friday, Nov. 11 (8 - 9 a.m.)
Low Sensory Gym Time (1 – 5 years)
Sensory drop in times at Smiling Creek Activity Centre:
- Thursdays from Sept. 15 to Dec. 15 (5:30 - 6:30 p.m.)
Accessible Amenities at Indoor and Outdoor Pools
City Centre Aquatic Complex
- Accessibility Ramp – A ramp to assist those who prefer or require entry to the leisure pool via a gradual slope.
- Staircase – A staircase to assist those who prefer or require entry to the main pool
- Transfer Lift – A mechanical seated lift to assist patrons with entry to the pool.
- Water Wheelchair – A wheelchair specially designed for use in and around water.
Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex
- Accessibility Ramp – A ramp to assist those who prefer or require entry to the lap and leisure pools via a gradual slope.
- Transfer Lift – A mechanical seated lift to assist patrons with entry to the pool.
- Water Wheelchair – A wheelchair specially designed for use in and around water.
Eagle Ridge Outdoor Pool
- Accessibility Ramp – A 10m long ramp to assist those who prefer or require entry to the pool via a gradual slope.
- Transfer Lift – A mechanical seated lift to assist patrons with entry to the pool.
- Water Wheelchair – A wheelchair specially designed for use in and around water.
Spani Outdoor Pool
- Transfer Lift – A mechanical seated lift to assist patrons with entry to the pool.
Adapted Fitness Equipment
Our fitness centres at Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex and City Centre Aquatic Complex are equipped with:
- Assisted Dip/Chin Up Machine – Build strength and target muscles with less tension. The weight stack helps users offset some body weight as they work up to their goal.
- Nustep Machine – Inclusively-designed recumbent trainer (sit-down) allows users to experience a low-impact workout while seated.
- Upper Body Ergometer Machine – Resembling a hand bike, this machine allows users to remain seated while using their upper body to pedal. It also has a removable chair, allowing a wheelchair to be wheeled up to the machine.
We also offer a variety of products for reduced hand function which provides users with increased independence in the weight room. Active Hands, including gripping aids, d-ring aids and hook aids, are available in the weight room upon request.
Women's Only Time
- City Centre Aquatic Complex (CCAC) - 1210 Pinetree Way
- 2022 Dates:
- Monday, Oct. 10 (8 - 10 a.m.)
- Friday, Nov. 11 (8 - 10 a.m.)
- Monday, Dec. 26 (8 - 10 a.m.)
- The entire facility is only open to women and girls during this time. The lobby opens to the general public at 10:30 a.m.
- Women are welcome to bring male children up to the age of five years old.