The High Performance Pathway (HPP) Program prioritizes supporting high-performance sport user groups, individual athletes and fitness enthusiasts.
Currently, the HPP program is only for aquatic-based sport user groups.
After the fieldhouse rehabilitation project, we will be looking to expand the program to dryland sport user groups.
The Purpose of the Program
The purpose of the Pathway is to enhance, inspire, promote and celebrate participation as Edmontonians strive for excellence in sport.
It was created based on criteria considered important for delivering quality sports programs and includes input from high-performance sports experts, leading practice and literature review (2018/2019) from across Canada, including:
- Interviews and information provided by similar high-performance facilities from across Canada
- High-performance sports literature reviews
- Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport and Recreation - University of Alberta
- Sport for Life Quality Sport Checklist
- Sport for Life Long-Term Athlete Development Framework
- Canadian High Performance Sport Strategy
Program Criteria
The following criteria must be met by sport user groups wanting to be considered for the High Performance Pathway Program:
- Sport user group affiliation with the Provincial Sport Organization (PSO) and/or National Sport Organization (NSO)
- Categorization of athletes within the sports Long-Term Athlete Development stages
- Certified National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) coaches
- Sport science services availability for their athletes
- Use of a yearly training plan aligned with the sports Long-Term Athlete Development Framework
- Athletes have a comprehensive and accessible total athlete wellness program
- Sport user group athletes train for a minimum of 5 months per year
High Performance Pathway Program Clubs (2026 - 2027)
*PSO - Provincial Sports Organization affiliation
Artistic Swimming Clubs
Alberta Artistic Swimming is one of Canada’s top Provincial Sport Organizations, consistently ranking among the nation’s top 3 programs. Alberta clubs and provincial teams regularly achieve podium finishes at National Championships and dominate at the Canada Games. Athletes frequently advance to National Team programs and U.S. collegiate scholarships, reflecting the province’s sustained high-performance excellence.
Edmonton Aurora Artistic Swimming Club develops high-performance athletes in technical precision and artistic excellence. Training at the Kinsmen Sports Centre, swimmers follow a structured pathway from foundational skills to elite competition. With expert coaching and a culture of discipline and teamwork, Aurora prepares athletes to excel at provincial and national levels.
Excel Artistic Swimming Club is committed to high-performance development within a respectful and positive training environment. The club supports athletes of all abilities, fostering technical excellence, confidence and teamwork. Through athlete-centered coaching and structured programming, Excel empowers swimmers to reach their full competitive potential in artistic swimming.
Nova Artistic Swimming Club develops high-performance athletes in a culture built on respect, dedication and sportsmanship. The club provides structured training for swimmers of all abilities and backgrounds, supporting individual growth and team excellence. Nova empowers athletes to achieve their personal best as competitors and leaders in artistic swimming.
Swim Clubs
Edmonton Keyano Swim Club is one of Edmonton’s most historic swim clubs, boasting the #1 development program in the city. Keyano has produced 33 Olympic swimmers, including the 2024 Paris team. Swimmers start as soon as they can swim full lengths, progressing toward their highest potential in both competitive and lifelong swimming opportunities.
Olympian Swim Club has been developing competitive swimmers in Edmonton and surrounding communities since 1974. The club offers programs from grassroots Mini O’s to elite National groups, focusing on skill development and high-performance training. OSC athletes consistently achieve success at provincial, national and international competitions.
Swim Alberta is Alberta’s provincial governing body for competitive swimming, dedicated to making the sport accessible and achievable for all athletes. With a vision to inspire the swimming community to reach its full potential, Swim Alberta provides leadership, support and development pathways for swimmers, coaches and clubs across the province.
Diving Clubs
Edmonton Diving and Swimming Academy Ltd. supports swimmers and divers of all levels, from beginners to competitive athletes. With a focus on high-performance skill development, the academy prepares athletes for advanced competition, including NCAA opportunities, while fostering a lifelong love of diving and swimming through inclusive, expert coaching.
Edmonton Kinsmen Diving Club has trained divers at the Kinsmen Sports Centre since 1979, producing national champions across all age groups. The club excels in talent identification and development for young divers, providing expert coaching and a structured pathway that nurtures high-performance skills and competitive success.
Edmonton Springboard and Platform Diving Club is one of Canada’s leading competitive diving clubs, producing dozens of national champions and 3 Olympic team members. The club also offers a large, successful Learn to Dive program for beginners and adults, combining expert coaching with pathways for high-performance and lifelong enjoyment of diving.
The Sport for Every Child Club - Excel Diving and Swim Gym runs the Excel Diving and Swim Gym programs, guiding participants from foundational skill development to elite competition. Athletes progress through provincial, national and international levels, supported by expert coaching and a structured pathway that fosters high-performance growth, confidence and a lifelong love of aquatic sports.
Triathlon Clubs
Tri-CHAMPS Triathlon Club is committed to building a strong, inclusive, and high-performing triathlon community in Edmonton. We aim to provide a clear pathway for youth athletes who choose to specialize in triathlon and represent our province and country.
Our program emphasizes long-term athlete development, and our coaches create a supportive team environment that nurtures physical performance, technical excellence and personal growth.
Canoe Polo
Edmonton Whitewater Paddlers develops paddlers from foundational skills to elite competition in canoe polo, slalom and sprint disciplines. The club has advanced youth athletes to national team levels and supported masters competitors at international events. With structured training and recreational programs, Edmonton Whitewater Paddlers fosters lifelong excellence in kayaking.
Water Polo
Alberta Water Polo Association is a non-profit provincial sports organization governed by a volunteer board and executive director. Alberta is home to two National Development Centers - the Calgary Legacy Centre and Edmonton Regional Development Centre - supporting high-performance athletes. AWPA provides funding, scholarships, and operational support, ensuring alignment with Water Polo Canada’s athlete development pathway.
Edmonton Riptides Water Polo Club fosters a fun, inclusive environment that develops future high-performance water polo athletes. The club focuses on growing the sport in Edmonton while supporting athlete, coach and referee development. Riptides combines skill-building, teamwork and community engagement to nurture excellence both in and out of the pool.
Edmonton Tsunami Water Polo Club offers programs for athletes 12 and older, developing competitors for Canada’s highest levels. Since 1981, Tsunami has produced Canadian Olympic Team members, NCAA Division 1 scholarship recipients, Age-Group National Teams, and Alberta Provincial athletes. Programs focus on growth, respect, excellence, teamwork and passion.
Thunderbirds Water Polo Club offers a dynamic program for athletes aged 5–17 to learn, train, and compete in water polo. The club provides skill development, structured coaching and competitive opportunities at multiple levels, fostering growth, teamwork and a love for the sport from beginner to advanced athletes.
Safe Sport
The Kinsmen Sports Centre is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and respectful environment for everyone participating in sport and recreation. In alignment with the Canadian Sport Integrity Framework, we are dedicated to promoting a culture of trust, fairness and wellbeing for all athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers, staff and spectators.
We believe that sport should be a positive and empowering experience - free from abuse, harassment, discrimination and any form of maltreatment.
As such, the Kinsmen Sports Centre endorses and supports the principles outlined in the Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport (UCCMS) and acknowledges the authority of the Office of the Sport Integrity Commissioner (OSIC) as the independent body designated to oversee complaints and concerns related to safe sport.
Our commitment to safe sport includes:
- Championing ethical and inclusive participation at all levels
- Providing education and training to help prevent maltreatment in sport settings
- Encouraging and supporting individuals to speak up through safe, confidential reporting mechanisms
- Ensuring transparency, accountability, and a timely response to concerns
- Upholding the rights of everyone involved to participate in a welcoming and safe environment
- Together, we are building a sporting community in Edmonton where integrity, respect and safety are at the core of every activity
For more information about the Canadian Sport Integrity Framework or to file a safe sport complaint, please visit Sport Integrity Canada.