Aquatica Synchro’s High Performance program is for those athletes who want to compete at a national level and specialize in the sport of artistic swimming. They have previously competed at the provincial/interprovincial level. Athletes are placed by the coaches according to their age and skill level.
High performance athletes participate at local, provincial, national, and sometimes international competitions or camps. Athletes at this level have opportunities to try out for Artistic Swimming Manitoba Provincial Teams as well as Artistic Swimming Canada National Teams.
IMPORTANT DATES:
- Registration deadline for competitive programs – August 10, 2026
- Kick off Camp including parents meeting – Saturday, Sept 12, 2026 from 1pm
- Competitive Classes Start – Monday, Sept 14, 2026
- No Classes – CAS Camp – Saturday, Sept 19, 2026
- Choreography Camp – Friday, Oct 23 – Sunday, Oct 26, 2026
- Winter Watershow – TBC
- Last Day & Year-End Watershow – Thursday, May 20, 2027
NO CLASSES:
- National Day for Truth and Reconciliation – September 30, 2026
- Thanksgiving – October 12, 2026
- Remembrance Day – November 11, 2026
- Winter Break – December 21 2026 to January 1, 2027
- Louis Riel Day – February 15, 2027
- Spring Break – March 27 to April 2 2027
COMPETITIVE COMPETITION DATES
November Skills – November 8, 2026
all athletes figures or partial figures
- Catherine Kerr Classic – December 18 – 20, 2026
- all athletes compete figures
- routines (at the discretion of the coach) competed by HP athletes, 13-15 and 16-20 athletes only
Marj Simpson Invitational – TBD
all athletes compete routines and figures
Land Legacy Provincial Championships – TBD
all athletes compete routine and figures
events for Limited Competitive teams.
- Canadian Prairie Championships (CPC) – April 29 – May 2, 2027, Regina, SK
- 11-12 HP athletes compete, competition rotates between Winnipeg, Saskatoon and Regina
Included in the training fee:
- A swim cap and nose clip
- Participation in a weekend Choreography Camp
- Participation in Club Watershows
Not included in the training fee:
Association Fees – fees for Manitoba Artistic Swimming and Canada Artistic Swimming will be paid through RAMP when registering.
Apparel: Athletes in the competitive streams will require:
- Black swimsuit, white cap and plain goggles for figure competitions.
- Wardrobe Kit (requirements vary by program).
- Routine suits and headpieces are selected by the coach and ordered through the club. Costs will be added to your account.
Competition Fees: There are 4-6 competitions per year, and athletes are charged fees for each event in which they participate. These fees range from $35 to $75 per event at each competition. “Events” include figures, team, solo, duet or combo at a given meet. All provincial stream athletes compete in the figure event and a routine event (usually team).
Volunteer Levy: Competitive families are required to participate in the club’s volunteer program. Requirements vary by program and are outlined in the Volunteer Plan on our website : VOLUNTEER PLAN
Fundraising Levy:Parents/guardians of competitive swimmers are expected to participate in the club’s fundraising program. As a non-profit organization, fundraising helps keep program fees affordable for all athletes.
A $400 fundraising levy per family is collected by cheque or e transfer and is fully earned back by selling the club’s designated fundraising items.
Fundraising packages will be available for pickup at the Kickoff Event on September 12. Payment of the fundraising levy must be paid by September 12 to receive your fundraising package. Families requiring an alternate payment arrangement must contact the club in advance.
Travel Costs: Travel amounts to be confirmed once competition schedules have been released.
Note: Programs are subject to minimum registration and pool confirmation. Final schedules and locations for classes up to December 31, 2026 will be confirmed in August 2026. January 2027 schedules and locations will be confirmed once pool allocations are finalized, expected in December 2026.
In the 2026-2027 competition year, please register for the appropriate program as outlined:
| 11- 12 (High performance) | born in 2015 and 2016 |
| Youth (High Performance) | born in 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Junior (High performance) | born in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
| Senior (High performance) | born in 2007 or earlier |
2026–2027 Travel Plans (Preliminary Information)
Travel plans for the 2026–2027 season have not yet been finalized. As a club, we recognize the financial commitment involved in attending national competitions and remain dedicated to keeping programming as affordable as possible.
11–12 Age Group
Athletes in the 11–12 category will travel to the Canadian Prairie Competition to be held in Saskatchewan in May.
High Performance Athletes
HP athletes will participate in MAS competitions throughout the 2026–2027 season. Dates for these events have not yet been confirmed. A travel information meeting will be scheduled for September once the location and dates for Qualifiers and National Championships have been released.
Athletes interested in solo and/or duet opportunities must indicate their interest during registration. Solos and duet assignments are selected and approved by HP coaches based on performance, attendance, and training commitment.
HP extra routine training will take place on Tuesdays or Wednesdays beginning September 22 or 23. Athletes wishing to compete a solo or duet at Qualifiers and Nationals must complete a minimum of 1.5 hours of extra routine training per week. Please note that meeting this requirement does not guarantee advancement to Qualifiers or Nationals. Selection of solo and duet routines for Qualifiers will be based on placement at the Marj Simpson Invitational competition.
Fees include pool time, coaching time on deck, as well as coach preparation time for choreography, practice planning, and music editing.
Additional Training Fees High Performance Stream
| Solo Fees* | $810 |
| Duet Fees (per athlete)* | $700 |
This covers 1 hour/week of training from 22nd September until Nationals.
| Solo Fees* | $1215 |
| Duet Fees (per athlete)* | $1050 |
This covers 1.5 hours/week of training from 22nd September until Nationals.
| Solo Fees* | $1620 |
| Duet Fees (per athlete)* | $1400 |
This covers 2 hours/week of training from 22nd September until Nationals.
*Athletes swimming solos or duets will require additional competition suits and headpieces and will be invoiced for the additional competition fees. Participation in solos and duets is in addition to regular program training fees.
Other Additional Training for all Competitive Athletes
| Extra Figure 1 on 1 | $475 |
| Extra Figure 2 on 1 (per athlete)* | $237.50 |
This covers 1 hour/week of training from the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving weekend until CPC and/or Nationals
| Extra practice hourly rate HP Coach | $35 |
This is just for 1 hour of training (not repeating) and dependent on coach availability.
Note: If a scheduled training session conflicts with a holiday pool closure or competition, a make-up session will be arranged. Coaches and parents will communicate to determine the most appropriate time for rescheduling.
Mandatory for all Youth, Junior and Senior High Performance athletes
Aquatica partners with certified strength and conditioning professionals to deliver age-appropriate, athlete-focused dryland training for all Provincial and High Performance swimmers. These sessions help build strength, improve movement quality, and reduce injury risk—developing athleticism on land that translates into power, stability, and confidence in the water.
Strength and conditioning is mandatory and athletes will attend one weekly session, with three options available: two sessions offered by Sublime and one session offered by Strive (see below for times and details).
Program Details
Location: Sublime Strength & Conditioning, 1980 Main Street
Day | Time | Cost | Session Dates | Total Sessions |
Wednesday | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | $616 | Sept 16 –Apr 28 (No classes during | 28 |
Sunday | 11:00am – 12:00pm | $638 | Sep 27 –May 2 (No classes during | 29 |
Location: Strive Fitness & Therapy: Unit 2-1140 Waverley Street
Day | Time | Cost | Session Dates | Total Sessions |
Wednesday | 6:15pm – | $915 | Sept 16 –Apr 28 (No classes during | 29 |
Note: All training sessions are subject to a minimum number of registered participants.
Optional Add on Training
Aquatica is excited to offer an optional add-on training opportunity in partnership with BEND Academy to help athletes build the physical foundations that support artistic swimming performance. These sessions will focus on improving flexibility, mobility, range of motion, stability, strength, and overall movement quality, helping athletes move more efficiently, reduce injury risk, and perform at their best both in and out of the water.
Location: Bend Academy: Unit 5, 2 Donald St.
Day | Time | Cost | Session Dates | Total Sessions |
Saturday | 8:00am – | $460 | Sept 26 –May 1 (No classes | 29 |
Note: All training sessions are subject to a minimum number of registered participants.
program information
Athletes born in 2015 and 2016
Athletes will be split into teams after tryouts, athletes that are unsuccessful in obtaining a spot on the HP teams will be offered a spot on the equivalent age Provincial team.
Day | Time | Location |
Tuesday | 5:00 – 8:00pm | Pan Am |
Wednesday | 5:00 – 8:00pm | Pan Am |
Saturday | 9am – 12:00pm | CKRC |
Total time commitment – 9 hours per week including 3 hour land and 6 hours water.
Training Fee: | $ 2658 |
Volunteer Points: | 220 |
Fundraising Levy*: | $ 400 |
Club Travel Costs*: | ~ $ 300 for CPC |
Wardrobe Costs: | ~ $ 250 |
Competition Fees: | ~ $70 – $95 per competition (figures and team) |
Please note that association fees for Canada Artistic Swimming and Manitoba Artistic Swimming are not included in our pricing and will need to be paid separately through RAMP during enrollment.
* Only one Fundraising Levy per family; Levy can be earned back through fundraising activities throughout the year
Additional Training Fees 11-12 HP
| Solo Fees* | $525 |
| Duet Fees (per athlete)* | $420 |
| Extra Figure 1 on 1 | $475 |
This covers 1 hour/week of training from the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving weekend until CPC.
| Extra practice hourly rate HP Coach | $35 |
| Extra practice hourly rate PS Coach | $25 |
Coach Assignment: Solo and duet fees are based on the assigned coach. While the club may assign a higher-level coach when appropriate, Aquatica Synchro reserves the right to adjust coaching fees accordingly. Families will be notified in advance of any fee adjustment.
Early Pre-Season Training
To help athletes transition back into training before the season begins, Youth and Junior High Performance athletes will participate in three pre-season training sessions at Pan Am Pool.
Training Dates:
- Tuesday, September 8th – 6:00–8:00 PM
- Wednesday, September 9th – 6:00–8:00 PM
- Thursday, September 10th – 6:00–8:00 PM
These sessions are included in your training fees at no additional cost and are an important part of preparing for the season. Athletes are expected to attend all three sessions.
Athletes born in 2012, 2013, 2014
Athletes will be split into teams after tryouts, athletes that are unsuccessful in obtaining a spot on the HP teams will be offered a spot on the equivalent age Provincial team.
Day | Time | Location |
Monday | 5:00 – 8:30pm | Pan Am |
Thursday | 5:00 – 8:30pm | Pan Am |
Saturday | 9:30am – 12:30pm | Pan Am |
Total time commitment – 11.5 hours, including 8.5 hours of water training, 2 hours of land training, and 1 hour of strength and conditioning. Saturday training includes a 30-minute small-group session dedicated to figure development.
Training Fee: | $ 3000 plus S&C costs |
Volunteer Points: | 260 |
Fundraising Levy*: | $ 400 |
Club Travel Costs*: | ~ $ 2500 – $3000 per competition |
Wardrobe Costs: | ~ $ 350 |
MAS Competition Fees | ~ $95 per competition (figures and team) |
CAS Competition Fees | ~ $250 per competition (figures and team) |
Please note that association fees for Canada Artistic Swimming and Manitoba Artistic Swimming are not included in our pricing and will need to be paid separately through RAMP during enrollment.
* Only one Fundraising Levy per family; Levy can be earned back through fundraising activities throughout the year
Athletes born in 2011 or earlier
Athletes will be split into teams after tryouts, athletes that are unsuccessful in obtaining a spot on the HP teams will be offered a spot on the equivalent age Provincial team.
Day | Time | Location |
Monday | 5:00 – 8:30 pm | Pan Am |
Thursday | 5:00 – 8:30 pm | EK |
Saturday | 10 am – 1:30 pm | Pan Am |
Total time commitment – 11.5 hours, including 8.5 hours of water training, 2 hours of land training, and 1 hour of strength and conditioning.
Training Fee: | $ 3000 plus S&C costs |
Volunteer Points: | 280 |
Fundraising Levy*: | $ 400 |
Club Travel Costs*: | ~ $ 2500 – $3000 per competition |
Wardrobe Costs: | ~ $ 350 |
MAS Competition Fees | ~ $60 ( team) |
CAS Competition Fees | ~ $200 per competition (team) |
Please note that association fees for Canada Artistic Swimming and Manitoba Artistic Swimming are not included in our pricing and will need to be paid separately through RAMP during enrollment.
* Only one Fundraising Levy per family; Levy can be earned back through fundraising activities throughout the year
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Early Registration Incentive
Competitive athletes registered before August 14, 2026 for any programming will pay fees as listed. After that time, there will be a $200 late registration fee added to listed prices. Registering by this date gives our coaches time to plan accordingly and our Board time to budget based on a more accurate representation of what our enrollment will look like.
If you are unsure at which level to register your athlete, please reach out to admin@aquaticasynchro.com We will have scheduled “Try It” days at the beginning of September prior to classes starting to ensure swimmers are placed in appropriate programs.