Who We Are
Devoted to the development of children through sport, movement, and play β since 1999.
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Sport Builds
Better Kids
Wayland Sports is a children’s sports facility located at 12080 Horseshoe Way, Richmond, BC. We provide sport instruction and movement education to over 1,000 families per year β offering programs in swimming, gymnastics, lifesaving, strength training, birthday parties, and Swim & Gym camps.
We work with children ages 3 and up, meeting every child where they are and helping them grow β in skill, in confidence, and in their love of movement.
Whether your child is taking their first swimming lesson, earning a lifesaving certification, or training on the competitive gymnastics team β Wayland is where futures are built.
What Drives
Everything We Do
Wayland Sports Ltd. is devoted to the development of movement education, specializing in recreation, sport, and entertainment for children. Our goal is to create a lifelong love for fitness through fun, challenging sports and movement activities.
Participants enjoy swimming, gymnastics, tumbling, trampoline, lifesaving, school holiday & summer camps, birthday parties, weight gym training, and more.
We believe that every participant is special. We value each individual’s needs, aspirations, and abilities β and strive to provide a learning environment that is safe, nurturing, and fosters self-esteem.
“Our goal is to instill a desire for children to stay active and healthy β for a lifetime.”
β Wayland Sports Mission Statement
Three Things
We Stand For
Fun
Every session should be something kids look forward to β joyful, energetic, and memorable. When children enjoy moving, they keep moving. That’s the foundation everything else is built on.
Fitness
We’re building the habits, strength, and endurance that will serve children for life. Every class plants a seed β a relationship with physical activity that grows long after the lesson ends.
Fundamentals
Master the basics and every sport becomes accessible. We teach the core skills of movement, coordination, and body awareness that underpin everything a child will ever try.
Wayland
Means
Future
Our founder, Ying Wang, chose the name Wayland because when you say it aloud, it echoes the Chinese word ζͺζ₯ (WΓ¨ilΓ‘i) β which means future.
The name also carries a mythological weight: in ancient Teutonic legend, Wayland was the greatest craftsman in the world β a maker of extraordinary things. We like that too.
At Wayland Sports, we take both meanings seriously. Everything we do is in service of your child’s future. The fitness, the friendships, the confidence, the skills β they all build a foundation that lasts a lifetime.
How We Show Up
Every Day
Safety First
Every program, every session, every coach interaction is designed with your child’s safety as the first priority. Our facilities are maintained to the highest standard and all coaches hold relevant certifications.
Nurturing Environment
We meet each child where they are. Whether they’re nervous beginners or competitive athletes, every participant is supported, encouraged, and celebrated at every stage of their journey.
Building Self-Esteem
Sport teaches children that effort leads to growth. We create the conditions for small wins that build big confidence β because how a child feels about themselves changes everything.
Community
Wayland is more than a sports facility β it’s a community of families who believe in the power of active, healthy childhoods. We’ve been part of Richmond for over 25 years and we’re proud of every family we’ve grown with.
Ready to Get Started?
Registration is open for Summer 2026. Find the right program for your child and secure your spot today.