adult lessons

Just learning to swim? Improving your backstroke? We will pair you with an expert matched to your skillset to help you with everything from getting started to fine-tuning your skills.

Adult introduction to swimming

Fearful of water? Fear no more. Learn the basics of how to balance, float, and become comfortable in the water. There’s no pressure to learn how to swim.

BEGINNER (ADULT 1)

For those who are comfortable in water but haven’t had any formal lessons. Independent swimming is not required. Learn basic movements in the water including gliding, breathing techniques, basic freestyle, and backstroke.

EXPERIENCED BEGINNER (ADULT 2)

For those who have completed Adult 1 (or a comparable level). Class will focus on improving the finer points (efficiency and endurance) of freestyle and backstroke. You will also learn basic techniques for elementary backstroke, breaststroke, and treading water. Must be able to swim 25 yards of freestyle continuously with side breathing, as well as 25 yards backstroke. Classes will generally be held in the teaching pool to start but with the goal of moving to the deep pool midway through the session (water is 9 feet deep).

ADVANCED (ADULT 3)

Continues to work on extended distances for freestyle and backstroke. Will work to improve on both breaststroke and treading water. Class will introduce or expand on butterfly, open turns/flip turns, diving (from both the side and dive block), distance/endurance for all strokes, stroke drills, and swim workouts. Must be able to swim 50 yards (2 lengths in deep water) of freestyle and backstroke and have a good understanding of breaststroke kick and timing.

WOMEN ONLY

Women only options are now available. Males may be in or around the pool during class, but the teacher and participants are all female.

children and teen lessons

Whether your child is new to swimming, learning techniques or ready to join swim team, we offer lessons to children of all levels and ages 3-15 years old.

Children must be able to perform skills listed prior to entering the program level. Our instructors are experts with individuals of all ages and abilities and they specialize in providing an enjoyable and comfortable experience.

PRESCHOOL 1/YOUTH 1 (Ages 3-12)

Beginner level, no experience required.

YOUTH BREASTSTROKE (Ages 6-12)

Focus on improving your breaststroke technique. Perfect complement to regular group lessons.

TINY BUBBLES (Ages 3-5)

Suited to children new to the water, fearful of water, or those who are transitioning to swimming independently (without parental assistance).

PRE-COMPETITION (Ages 6-12)

Must successfully complete Youth 5 or pass tryouts. Crawl stroke with alternate side breathing and backstroke (100 yards). Breaststroke with proper technique and timing (100 yards). Butterfly with proper technique combining arm movement, kick and breathing (25 yards). Dive from starting blocks.

PRESCHOOL 2/YOUTH 2 (Ages 3-12)

Submerge head in a rhythmic pattern (5 times). Front float, face-down and back float independently. Independent swim on front, face-down (20 feet).

PRE-COMPETITION PLUS (Ages 6-12)

Must successfully complete Pre-Competition or pass tryouts. Crawl stroke with alternate side breathing and backstroke with flip turns (150 yards). Breaststroke with proper technique and timing (150 yards). Butterfly with proper technique combining arm movement, kick, and breathing (50 yards). Dive from starting blocks.

PRESCHOOL 3/YOUTH 3 (Ages 3-12)

Front, face-down glide and back glide. Front crawl stroke with rhythmic breathing by rolling onto back (15 yards). Independent swim on back with flutter kick and horizontal body position. Backstroke (15 yards). Elementary backstroke (10 yards).

TEEN 1 (Ages 12-15)

For teens who are comfortable in water but haven’t had any formal lessons. Independent swimming is not required. Learn basic movements in the water including gliding, breathing techniques, basic freestyle, and backstroke. Introduction to breaststroke and butterfly skills.

PRESCHOOL 4/YOUTH 4 (Ages 3-12)

Crawl stroke with side breathing, backstroke and elementary backstroke (25 yards). Breaststroke with proper arm movement and kick (25 yards). Comfortable swimming in water up to 9 feet deep.

TEEN 2 (Ages 12-15)

Submerge head in a rhythmic pattern (5 times). Front float, face-down and back float independently. Independent swim on front, face-down (20 feet).

PRESCHOOL 5/YOUTH 5 (Ages 3-12)

Crawl stroke with alternate side breathing and backstroke (50 yards). Breaststroke with proper technique combining proper arm movement, kick and breathing (50 yards). Butterfly with proper dolphin kick (25 yards). Dive in kneeling and standing position. Tread water for 1 minute. Swim underwater (5 yards).

baby aquatics

Our Baby Aquatics classes introduce your child to water in a safe, structured and inviting environment using songs, games and repetition. An adult water companion is required for baby and toddler level classes (except 2 Plus 2). Swim diapers are required and available for purchase in the Aquatics Concierge office.

BABY 1 (6-17 months)

Emphasis is on developing comfort in the water, assisted locomotion, and building basic water skills.

TODDLER 2 (18-36 months)

Parent/child program for those who are comfortable in the water. This class helps acclimate students to skills taught in our preschool program and includes floats, kicks with kickboard, bubbles, and alternate arm action.

TODDLER 1 (18-36 months)

Parent/child program for first timers or returning students who wish to increase their comfort level on their back, bubbles, and kicks. Emphasis is on comfort in and movement through the water.

2 PLUS 2 (24-36 months)

Lessons for 2-year-olds in groups of two. Perfect for toddlers who are ready to transition to independent swimming without parental assistance. Students are taught swimming skills including blowing bubbles, floats, kicks and arm movement.

private lessons

Offered for both children and adults. Lessons may be scheduled at any time, based on instructor availability. Whether you have a preference for a specific instructor or need help finding one, we’re happy to assist you. Cancelations received less than 24 hours in advance are charged the full rate. Rates based on instructor’s experience. Private swim lessons are also available for two, three and four students. Please contact the Aquatic Center Concierge for instructor availability, rates, and for availability in the Multi-Purpose Pool. Prices do not include sales tax.

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adult lessons

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private lessons