2026–2027 SEASON • KINGSTON & AMHERSTVIEW, ONTARIO
YOUR LANE. YOUR PACE. YOUR PEOPLE.

Swim stronger.
Together.

Discover the joy of swimming with a supportive community of adults who love the water. Expert coaching, structured workouts, and a place to belong, right here in Kingston.

Indoor swimming pool at Queen's Athletic and Recreation Centre
COACHED ADULT SWIMMING · KINGSTON, ON
✦ Structured, coach-led workouts
◉ Two convenient pool locations
↗ Technique, fitness & community
WELCOME TO THE CLUB

More than laps. A better way to swim.

Kingston Masters Swim Club brings adult swimmers together for purposeful, coached training. Whether you're developing your technique or building endurance, every practice is designed to help you progress with your lane mates.

01 · Coaching

Expert guidance

Written workouts, intervals, stroke correction and support from experienced coaches.

02 · Progress

Train with purpose

Varied sessions that build skills, fitness and confidence throughout the season.

03 · Community

Find your people

Share the water with swimmers who value encouragement, effort and connection.

FIND YOUR LANE

Choose how you swim.

Explore the club's published inaugural fall session, October 11 to December 20, 2026. Pricing and availability for future sessions will be confirmed by the club.

3 swims / week

Queen’s Group

Train at Queen’s Athletic & Recreation Centre.

$295 / fall session
  • Sunday · 8:15–9:45 AM
  • Monday · 6:30–7:30 PM
  • Friday · 7:45–8:45 AM
  • 29 scheduled swims
3 swims / week

W.J. Henderson Group

Early-morning training plus Sunday at Queen’s.

$275 / fall session
  • Sunday · 8:15–9:45 AM (Queen’s)
  • Monday · 6:00–7:00 AM (Henderson)
  • Wednesday · 6:00–7:00 AM (Henderson)
  • 29 scheduled swims
1 swim / week

Sunday-Only Group

A great way to make coached swimming part of your week.

$125 / fall session
  • Sunday · 8:15–9:45 AM
  • Queen’s Athletic & Recreation Centre
  • 10 scheduled swims

Registration note: The published fall fees exclude the mandatory $72.50 Swim Ontario annual registration fee, valid through August 31, 2027. No swims on November 15; no Monday swim on October 12. These are historical fall 2026 prices shown for demonstration, not a claim of current availability.

WHERE WE SWIM

Two pools. One community.

Enjoy coached sessions at convenient facilities in Kingston and Amherstview. Facility access is included with club membership.

Queen's swimming pool

Queen’s Athletic & Recreation Centre

284 Earl Street, Kingston, Ontario
Club members can enter up to 15 minutes before practice. Check in at the front desk if you're not an ARC member.

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W.J. Henderson swimming pool

W.J. Henderson Community Centre

322 Amherst Drive, Amherstview, Ontario
Check in at the customer service desk and identify yourself as part of the Masters Swimming group.

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THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE PROGRAM

Meet your coaches.

Experienced swimmers and dedicated coaches helping you get more from every session.

Lee Gour

Lee Gour

Queen’s Group Coach

A former Kingston Blue Marlins swimmer with over a decade of coaching experience. Lee brings a passion for coaching, community and helping others thrive.

Sarah Sine

Sarah Sine

Queen’s Group Coach

A former University of Waterloo swimmer and experienced masters coach with a love for sprint freestyle, backstroke and open-water swimming.

Dirk Helmstaedt

Dirk Helmstaedt

W.J. Henderson Group Coach

A former Kingston Blue Marlins and University of Calgary swimmer who returned to Kingston and to coaching after an adventurous career and life abroad.

GOOD TO KNOW

Frequently asked questions.

Do I need a membership at Queen’s or W.J. Henderson?

No. The club rents pool space privately and facility access is included in the club membership fee.

Are practices coached or open lane swimming?

Every session is structured and coach-led, with written sets, intervals, stroke focus and technique feedback. This is not an unguided public lap swim.

Can workouts be modified for my ability or an injury?

Yes. Talk to the coach before or during practice so they can help adapt the workout appropriately.

What is the Swim Ontario registration fee?

The published 2026–2027 annual fee is $72.50 and covers insurance and other registration-related services. It remains valid through August 31, 2027.

How do I complete my Swimming Canada registration?

After the club processes your registration and payment, you'll receive an email invitation to complete the required Swimming Canada registration before swimming.