Bonsor Recreation Complex

Bonsor Recreation Complex is a one-stop destination for active families, offering indoor swimming pools with family swim times, ice skating rinks, and drop-in sports programs all under one roof. This well-rated community facility provides year-round fun regardless of Vancouver's rainy weather, making it perfect for families looking to burn energy and try multiple activities in a single visit.

• ✓Indoor swimming pools with designated family swim times and shallow areas for young children
• ✓Ice skating rink with skate rentals available on-site
• ✓Drop-in sports programs including basketball, badminton, and pickleball courts
• ✓Year-round indoor facilities perfect for rainy Vancouver weather
• ✓Affordable admission prices compared to private facilities

1. 1.Check the online schedule before visiting as pool times, public skating, and drop-in sports run on rotating schedules throughout the day.
2. 2.Bring Canadian dollars or a credit card, as some facilities require payment. International cards work fine but check with your bank about foreign transaction fees.
3. 3.Arrive 15-20 minutes early for swimming sessions as change rooms can get busy during family swim times.
4. 4.Rent skates on-site if traveling internationally rather than packing your own to save luggage space.
5. 5.Visit on weekday mornings for the quietest experience, especially during school hours when local kids are in class.

Weekday mornings (9:00 AM to 12:00 PM) offer the least crowded experience. Weekends and after-school hours (3:00 PM to 6:00 PM) are busiest with local families.

Admission fees vary by activity (typically $5-8 CAD per person). Ample free parking is available on-site. There's a small cafe inside, but no full restaurant, so plan meals accordingly.

Operating year-round with consistent hours. Summer months may have extended family swim times and special programs. Holiday periods like Christmas and spring break often feature extra family sessions.

Metrotown shopping center is a 10-minute drive away with extensive food courts offering international cuisine. For a quick family meal, there are several Asian restaurants and casual dining spots along Kingsway within 5 minutes of the complex.