PEPS - Université Laval

This is truly a world-class facility. I came here for a Masters swimming competition in the "Olympic Pool" (the 10 lane x 50 meter, Pool 1), but also got to swim in Pool 2 for warmups and cooldowns. Both are meticulously maintained, super clean, with lots and lots of lifeguards.

They did enforce a "swimming cap required" in Pool 2, which was kind of odd since there was a large contingent of divers using the platforms and obviously not wearing caps. Maybe divers are normally cleaner people than swimmers :) ?? Just bring a cap.

One other thing to note is that they will sometimes setup Pool 2 (8 lane x 50 meters) widthwise for lap swimming and the lifeguards told me the widths are 21.5 meters. Lots of synchronized pace clocks, and everything you need and this fantastic facility for a great swim.

This is an outstanding college facility. For visiting swimmers, here are some tips not mentioned elsewhere in the listing:
1) Swim caps and sandals are required for everyone;
2) The custom here is to circle swim even when there are only two swimmers in the lane, unless the two specifically agree to split.
3) The campus area can be a bit confusing. The pool facility is in a building called the Hall of Physical Education and Sports, which can be seen on a map at 46.7840865, -71.2769426).

A world-class facility with 10 lanes in a 50m pool, including a diving well. If you are in the Quebec City area and are looking for a great pool, take the drive to St. Foy. It's an impressive facility.

The facility remains in excellent condition and was relatively uncrowded on a Friday afternoon and Monday morning. Pull-buoys and kickboards are available; a swim cap is required.