A Solution for Competitive Youth Swimming

Burlington, Ont.—August 1, 2025 - The City of Burlington is pleased to announce a solution for competitive youth swimming has been reached between the City, the Golden Horseshoe Aquatic Club (GHAC) and the Burlington Aquatic Devilrays (BAD).  

With the best interests of all youth swimmers and their families in mind, the City worked closely with both GHAC and BAD to determine each club's pool needs. Both clubs recognized and agreed to streamline their contemplated offerings and seek programming in private pool facilities to ensure that both organizations can offer competitive youth swimming options for residents of Burlington within the number of hours in City pools that have been set aside for that purpose. 

The City recognizes the collaborative efforts of GHAC, the successful bidder in the RFP process, and BAD in reaching agreements with the City that balance their operational needs with the recognition that both clubs will provide valuable programming in City pools now and in the years to come. 

Youth swimming plays a vital role in fostering healthy, active lifestyles and building strong community connections. Through swimming partners like GHAC and BAD, young people develop physical fitness, confidence, and discipline - skills that benefit them both in and out of the water. These programs also create inclusive spaces where youth can socialize, learn teamwork, and grow in a supportive environment. These are qualities that are important to the future of the City, and we are pleased to support them with partners like GHAC and BAD. 

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