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:
- Monday, May 22 (8 - 9 a.m.)
Low Sensory Gym Time (1 – 5 years)
Sensory drop-in times at Smiling Creek Activity Centre:
- Thursday, April 27 and May 4
Adapted Aqua Movement (19+ years)
- Thursdays from Jan. 12 (10:15 – 11 a.m.)
- Location: Shallow area of the leisure pool at Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (PSLC)
- Fee: $2 pre-registered drop-in
- Designed for those with physical and/or cognitive disabilities.
- Focus is on low impact exercises to improve activities of daily living.
- Those requiring one on one support to participate in the water are asked to bring their own support person at no additional charge.
- Register one week in advance of each class. Registration opens at 5 p.m. on Thursdays and closes at 12 p.m. on Tuesdays.
- Maximum 6 participants per class, support persons do not need to be registered. A waitlist will be available if the class is full.
- New participants will receive a phone call prior to the class to discuss support and equipment needs.
- Equipment available: hydraulic transfer lift, water wheelchair, float belt, pool noodle, ankle weights, and dumbbells.
Please reach out to Gord (604-927-6037) in Aquatics or Kayla (604-927-6942) or Kim (604-927-6093) in Community Services or if you have any questions about this adapted class.
Low Impact Aqua Fit (16+ years)
(formerly known as Adaptive Aqua Motion)
- Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 – 10 a.m.
- Location: Shallow area of the pool at Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex
- Fee: Regular drop-in fees apply
- Designed for individuals looking to increase their functional abilities with the use of water.
If you have any questions, Please reach out to Gord (604-927-6037) in Aquatics or Kayla (604-927-6942) or Kim (604-927-6093) in Community Services or if you have any questions about this adapted class.
Inclusive Sport Drop-In
- Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Location: Arena 2 dry floor, Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex
Everyone is welcome of all ages and abilities for this inclusive drop-in sports opportunity. Indoor sports available for only $2 are basketball, soccer, floor hockey and lacrosse.
To register for these and all of our recreation programs, visit our Recreation Registration page or call 604-927-4386.
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.
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
- 2023 Dates:
- Saturday, July 1 (8 - 10 a.m.)
- Monday, Aug. 7 (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.