OKANAGAN VALLEY, BRITISH COLUMBIA
Backyard Swim Lessons
For Ages 3 and Up At All Skill Stages
Register for private backyard swim lessons in your pool this summer in 5 easy steps:
1 | Create An Account
The host family must have an account with WETS. If you are new to WETS, please set up an account through our CUSTOMER PORTAL and follow the prompts to set up your swimmer’s profile. *Please note all swimmer's in your session must have an account set up to participate in lessons.
2 | Select Your Preferred Session Dates
Review the schedule below and choose your preferred session dates.
3 | Choose A Lesson Plan
Choose a lesson plan to fit your needs.
4 | Complete The Backyard Lessons Registration Form
You'll receive a confirmation email from our member services team along with payment instructions to reserve your session dates.
5 | Invite Additional Families
New families must first create an account. Families will pay their host for their lesson plan.
SUMMER 2026
Backyard Lessons Session Dates
| SESSION | DATES |
|---|---|
| 1 | June 8 to 12 |
| 2 | June 15 to 19 |
| 3 | June 22 to 26 |
| 4 | June 29 to July 3 |
| 5 | July 6 to 10 |
| 6 | July 13 to 17 |
| 7 | July 20 to 24 |
| 8 | July 27 to 31 |
| 9 | Aug 4 to 7 (4 days) |
| 10 | Aug 10 to 14 |
| 11 | Aug 17 to 21 |
| 12 | Aug 24 to 28 |
Want to learn more about WETS Progressive Swim Program lessons?
Scroll down to dive deeper into our Skill Progression method and personalized instruction approach.
Backyard Lesson Plans
| PLANS | # OF STUDENTS | # OF DAYS | LESSON LENGTH | TUITION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 1 TO 5 | 5 | 1 HR | $660 + GST |
| B | 1 TO 6 | 5 | 1.5 HRS | $845 + GST |
| C | 1 TO 8 | 5 | 2 HRS | $1056 + GST |
Reserve Your Session
for Backyard Lessons
Request your preferred session dates and backyard lesson plan today!
Once your account is set up on our PORTAL, complete the REGISTRATION FORM to request your preferred session dates and plan.
Host Pool Checklist
Pool Water Quality & Temperature
- Maintain safe & proper pH, total alkalinity, calcium hardness, chlorine levels, and cyanuric acid.
- Minimum 82°F (28°C) for older children.
- Minimum 84°F (29°C) for younger children.
Swimmer Preparation
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- Goggles (optional)
- Hair Tie (long hair)
Special Instructions (Instructor or Guests)
Include any gate access codes or parking instructions in the Notes section of our registration form.
PERSONALIZED INSTRUCTION | PROGRESSIVE SKILL-BUILDING | MEASURABLE PROGRESS
WETS Progressive Swim Program
How It Works
At WETS, we teach swimming through personalized instruction tailored to each swimmer's stage of skill.
Our Progressive Swim Program helps students ages 3 and up build foundational swim skills, develop stroke techniques, improve endurance, and gain water safety knowledge at a pace that works for them.
Every swimmer follows a personalized progression plan, earning Skill Progression Tokens as they advance through WETS 1 (Foundations & Water Safety) and WETS 2 (Stroke Development & Endurance).
When swimmers have completed all of the skill progressions on their learn to swim journey, they graduate with an official certificate celebrating their swim skill development and achievements.
Summer 2026
Registration Form for
WETS
Private Swim Lessons in Your Backyard Pool
Fill out the form to register for WETS private swim lessons in your backyard pool this summer and click submit to request your preferred session dates. Our member services team will contact you to confirm availability, clarify the next steps and answer any questions you have.
Backyard Lessons Registration
MANAGE LESSONS AND TRACK PROGRESS
Download the WETS App
Once your account is set up on our Portal, download the WETS App to make future bookings even easier. Use our App to register for new sessions, get updates, and track your child's swim progress with just a few taps.
Testimonials
WETS offers small class sizes with excellent Instructors who take a real interest in your child.
In WETS Progressive Swim Program my three children have gone from reluctant to confident swimmers.
We have been thrilled to see our daughter's progress in WETS.
She is a fantastic swimmer!
