VPSC Fall Invitational

VPSC Invitational

UBC

Senior Black

Two Sessions on Saturday, 1 Session Sunday AM

VPSC  Fall Inv

  Itinerary & Updates  October 2026

 

With our first meet in the books, it’s time to build on everything we’ve learned. Second meets are where the real growth starts to show—taking those adjustments from practice and putting them right into your races.

Use this meet to:

• Challenge yourself: Target a race execution detail you've been working on (pacing, underwaters, fast turns).
• Track your progress: Use your times from Meet #1 as a benchmark to beat.
• Bring the energy: Keep supporting your teammates on the deck from start to finish!

Quick Reminders:

• Meet Date: Oct 17/18, 2026
• Location: UBC  Aquatic Center,  UBC Campus
• Meet Package: Full meet Package is available on club website
• Travel Time: Please allow time for travel and arrive on time for meet activation 

 

Meet Start Times (And Estimated Finish Time)

 

 

Warm Up/Building Notes:

• Accreditation will be required for athletes to enter the facility.  Wrist bands will be given that can be attached to their swim bags.
• Activation will be outside
• No outside chairs are permitted
• Warm Ups are open warm ups.
• Diving or jumping off the bulkhead is not permitted at any point and no diving is allowed in the south 25m pool. 
• Dive lanes will be open in the North pool (competition side, beneath the scoreboard) 15 minutes before the end of the warm-up session.
• The south pool will remain open for warm-up/cool-down for the duration of each session.  Do not use the recreation side of the pool or hot tubs.

 

What to Bring:

• Team Gear: Wear your team cap and team shirt with pride! Bring a couple of extra towels and a warm deck coat or parka to stay warm between events.
• Fuel & Hydration: Pack plenty of water/electrolytes and healthy, easily digestible snacks (fruits, granola bars, bagels) to keep your energy high.  Reminder No glass bottles or containers in the building.  Pack a lunch
• Positive Energy: Bring your loudest cheering voice! We are one team, and supporting your teammates behind the lanes is just as important as your own races.

 

Parking

• A parking map for the university can be found here. 
• The closest day rate parking to the venue is the North Parkade, 6115 Student Union Boulevard. 
• The most accessible hourly rate parking is the University Blvd lot.

 

Facility Entrance

1. The main lobby entrance is open for all coaches, athletes and event volunteers.

2. The entrance for spectators coming to view the event is located at the southeast corner of the building.  

• You can find this door by passing the main entrance and following the ramp along the south side of the building to the top mezzanine entrance located at the southeast of the building. 
• Access through emergency exits will not be permitted

Spectators

• Spectators will enter through the mezzanine doors on the southeast side of the
• Building.  
• Doors will be open for spectators at the start of warm up for each session.  
• Spectators are not allowed on deck and can only use the washrooms in the mezzanine.  
• Spectators will need to vacate the mezzanine with all their belongings at the end
• of each session for facility cleaning.

 

Goals for the Weekend:

1. Focus on the Process: Don't stress about the clock. Focus on sharp turns, strong finishes, and executing what we’ve been practicing.  The second half of the race is more important than the first half! 
2. Support the Team: Cheer for every heat, and celebrate each other's efforts.
3. Have Fun: Enjoy the excitement, the team spirit, and the rush of being back on the blocks!
4. Get Feedback:  Talk to your Coaches and get feedback on what you can improve over the next several workouts

 

See you on the pool deck and good luck!

SKSC COACHES