2STGD Swim and Gym - Summer Dates

Weekly schedule

About this program

The 2STGD Swim is drop-in only and does not require or accept pre-registration. This weekly event grew out of a previous volunteer-run event called the "All Bodies Swim," though it is now focused specifically on 2STGD people and is commonly known as the "Trans Swim" Participants This program is for children, teens, adults and seniors, who are Two Spirit, Trans, and Gender Diverse people (2STGD). Cis people 19+ are welcome if they are anchoring the attendance of a 2STGD participant. Cis parents / guardians with 2STGD children are asked to read “Family Participation” in the 2STGD Swim Community Agreements available at the info table in the pool lobby. 2STGD parents are always welcome to bring their cis gender children. Program Overview Connect with other members of the 2STGD community and enjoy swimming and socializing in the pool or heat areas. The entire pool area (including 25m pool, hot tub, sauna, wading pool, and fitness centre) is available exclusively for this program. Program Leader The pool area is supervised by lifeguard staff who have had 2STGD Inclusion Training. The lobby area and info table are supervised by a member of the Queer Inclusion Program Assistant team, who is either 2STGD or has extensive experience supporting 2STGD programs. Plan Ahead Personal belongings can be secured in lockers. We do not recommend bringing valuables to swimming pools. Do not bring anything scented (hair care or body products, towels or clothing with residue from scented laundry products) Kick boards, pool noodles, float dumbbells and foam mats are available to use. The 25m pool, wading pool, and hot tub have stair access. The 25m pool also has ladder access. A chair lift is available for use to enter the 25m pool, see lifeguards for assistance. Ground floor washrooms and change rooms have “Universal" signage during this program. Ground floor access is level, no stairs. Swimwear Specifics Wear whatever you will be comfortable wearing! Clean – clothing you have brought specifically for swimming, needs to be worn during a cleansing shower before you enter the pool. The minimum requirement is that genitals are covered – bottom front pelvic area (thongs are okay, see-through underwear is not okay) Chest coverage is optional for people of any gender, at any swim – chest tissue and breast tissue is fine, visible signs of gender affirming surgery are also fine Safe for swimming – you should be able to move through the water, without risk of excess fabric floating over your head or tangling you or other swimmers (A dress is okay, a ball gown is not okay) Examples of things that people have worn to this swim: Shorts and a t-shirt Dress and pantyhose Thong swim bottoms One piece swim suit with straps Two piece swim suit Burkini or other full coverage suit Attire for swimming that is considered unacceptable includes, but is not limited to: Items designed for sexual/intimate purposes Clothing which absorbs water and becomes heavy such as jeans or sweatpants Attire with long/flowing fabric that may limit movement or cause a safety risk Program Specifics This program is weekly on Sundays, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM at a swimming pool in East Vancouver. As a part of our program safety protocols and to help create safe and welcoming spaces for Two Spirit, Trans, and Gender Diverse (2STGD) program participants and staff, we only share location information about 2STGD programs with folks who are part of the community or who are supporting a 2STGD person’s participation. For location details and more information about this program, email 2STGD@vancouver.ca .