The iDive community is a welcoming group of first-time and long-time springboard and platform divers that train for fun, fitness, community, and competition. This is the only group of its kind in the City of Vancouver and has been thriving since 2011. Losing the programs that this club offers would break up a community of passionate amateur athletes who don't have any other options for facilities to train in.

The City of Vancouver has proposed scheduling changes that threaten the existence of the iDive Masters and Learn to Dive Programs. These changes eliminate training times making it nearly impossible for members to continue their practice. These programs serve as an important social and fitness outlet, providing much-needed physical exercise and mental well-being to its participants. Vancouver is a city that prides itself on supporting physical fitness, mental health, and community engagement. It is crucial to preserve programs and organisations like the iDive Club that align with these values. The loss of these programs would not only undermine these principles but also remove an inclusive space that encourages lifelong fitness and social connections. We should be looking to expand and support such community-centered organizations, not limit them.

Diving is not just a sport but a practice that builds resilience, perseverance, and self-confidence. Members of the iDive have participated in various local and national competitions, bringing recognition to Vancouver's athletic spirit. Canceling these programs would be a loss to the city's sports and fitness community, diminishing opportunities for athletes young and old to pursue their passion. We urge the City of Vancouver to reconsider these scheduling changes and allow iDive to continue its operations at full capacity. Let's come together to support this unique and irreplaceable community. Sign this petition to save the iDive Masters and Learn to Dive programs from cancellation.