Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex

BC Special Olympic Swim Meet

On, Sunday, March 17, due to a BC Special Olympics Swim Meet, the pool area will be closed to the public from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. only. All regularly scheduled programming will resume after the event hours.

Closure Hours

  • Date: Sunday, March 17
    Hours: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.  

Annual Maintenance Closure

Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex will undergo its annual maintenance closure from Tuesday,  April 2 to Sunday, May 5, reopening Monday, May 6. The closure is vital for maintenance and cleaning that cannot be completed while the facility is open. 

Closure Dates

  • Pool: Tuesday, April 2  
    reopening: Monday, May 6
  • Fitness Centre: Tuesday, April 2 
    reopening Monday, April 8

The reception desk will be open Tuesday, April 2 to Sunday, April 7 from 9 – 5 p.m. Regular hours resume Monday, April 8 onward.

Alternative Aquatic and Fitness Options Available 

Patrons can still swim in Coquitlam at City Centre Aquatic Complex (CCAC) at 1210 Pinetree Way. The fitness centre at CCAC will be open for drop-in fitness classes and weight room access.

Special Access to Bettie Allard YMCA Coquitlam

In partnership with the Bettie Allard YMCA (555 Emerson Street), Coquitlam residents are offered special rates and access to their indoor pool and fitness centre. To learn more about the specific times of access and rates, view the YMCA Coquitlam resident page.

Amenities

The Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex is a 190,000-square-foot aquatic, ice and fitness facility with:

  • Diving boards
  • Indoor fitness track - not available during ticketed events
  • Lap pool
  • Licensed café 
  • Leisure-therapy pool
  • Multipurpose rooms
  • Number of accessible features
  • Relaxation area with whirlpool 
  • Steam room and dry sauna 
  • Fully equipped fitness centre 

Availability of amenities will vary during hours of operation. 

It offers a variety of ice skating, aquatic, fitness and dry floor programs, as well as pre-registered drop-in classes. It’s also home to the Coquitlam Sports Hall of Fame, great amateur, championship-level hockey and lacrosse, as well as a licensed café.

Hours of Operation

  • Seven days a week, 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Note: The front desk closes 15 minutes prior to the facility closing.

Register for Programs and Activities

To register for a course or for more details, please visit the Recreation Registration page.

Parking

View a map of available parking in the Poirier Precinct area (PDF).

Drop-in Schedules

View PDF drop-in schedules below or check out the most up-to-date information in our online registration system. Drop-in rates apply.

Pool Schedule

Group Fitness Schedule

Arena Schedule

Drop-in swimming does not require pre-registration. Schedules are subject to change without notice. Please check online or call ahead to confirm class schedule.

Adapted Aqua Movement (19+ years) 

  • Date: Thursdays
  • Time: 10:15 – 11 a.m.
  • Location:  Shallow area of the leisure pool 
  • Cost: $2 | Pre-register to Drop-in
    • Designed for those with physical disabilities and/or cognitive impairments.
    • Focus is on low impact exercises to improve activities of daily living.
    • Those requiring one on one support to participate in the water are asked to bring their own support person at no additional charge.
    • Register one week in advance of each class. Registration opens at 5 p.m. on Thursdays and closes at 12 p.m. on Tuesdays. 
    • Maximum 6 participants per class, support persons do not need to be registered. A waitlist will be available if the class is full. 
    • New participants will receive a phone call prior to the class to discuss support and equipment needs. 
    • Equipment available: hydraulic transfer lift, water wheelchair, float belt, pool noodle, ankle weights, and dumbbells.

Please reach out to Gord (604-927-6037) in Aquatics or Kayla (604-927-6942) or Kim (604-927-6093) in Community Services or if you have any questions about this adapted class.

Low Impact Aqua Fit (16+ years)

 (formerly known as Adaptive Aqua Motion)

  • Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays
  • Time: 9 – 10 a.m.
  • Location: Shallow area of the pool 
  • Cost: Regular drop-in fees apply
    • Designed for individuals looking to increase their functional abilities with the use of water. 

If you have any questions, please reach out to Gord (604-927-6037) in Aquatics.

Learn to Skate

New to skating? Review these frequently asked questions (PDF) before you start.

Rental Information

We have rental space available for meetings, family celebrations and social opportunities. For more information phone 604-927-4386 (press 4) or email Bookings. If you prefer, view our Park and Facility Rentals page for more information.

Accessibility

Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex is an accessible facility with adaptive programs, services, and equipment available. For details and to learn more, visit the Recreation Inclusion web page.

Volunteer Opportunities

  1. Learn more about volunteering in recreation with the City.