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Saturday September 12, 2026
10:30 AM - 3:30 PM    Lifeguard Training Programs - Lifeguard Training -September 2026
The purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services personnel take over.To enroll in the Lifeguard course, you must be at least 15 years old before the last scheduled class session. To participate in the course, you must be able to pass a prerequisite skills evaluation that includes the following:Two Distance/Times Events Swim freestyle or breaststroke 150 yards, tread water without using arms for 2 minutes, swim 50 yards. Goggles may be used. Swim 20 yards, do a surface dive to depth of 7-10 feet, retrieve a 10-pound diving brick from the bottom and return to the surface, swim 20 yards holding the brick at the surface, then climb out of the pool. Goggles may not be used. Class includes Lifeguard Training, Standard First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and AED training.Fee Reimbursement from the Town Available Under Certain Criteria: * Must be hired within 9 months of taking the course* Must work for the Town for 3 months at a minimumTaking this class does not guarantee being hired by the Town. All candidates must apply, interview and be extended an employment offer. Participants should come prepared with:*pen & paper*comfortable clothing*suit & towel*Lunch/Snack/Water BottleClass time may be added or subtracted depending on the progress of the class.For more information, please review the attached sheet below! BOOK PICKUP BEGINS WEEK OF AUGUST 31ST. UPDATE FROM FALL BROCHURE: - Price is $355.00/participant- Class times on 9/12 and 9/19 extended to 3:30 p.m. 
 
Sunday September 13, 2026
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM    Lifeguard Training Programs - Lifeguard Training -September 2026
The purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services personnel take over.To enroll in the Lifeguard course, you must be at least 15 years old before the last scheduled class session. To participate in the course, you must be able to pass a prerequisite skills evaluation that includes the following:Two Distance/Times Events Swim freestyle or breaststroke 150 yards, tread water without using arms for 2 minutes, swim 50 yards. Goggles may be used. Swim 20 yards, do a surface dive to depth of 7-10 feet, retrieve a 10-pound diving brick from the bottom and return to the surface, swim 20 yards holding the brick at the surface, then climb out of the pool. Goggles may not be used. Class includes Lifeguard Training, Standard First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and AED training.Fee Reimbursement from the Town Available Under Certain Criteria: * Must be hired within 9 months of taking the course* Must work for the Town for 3 months at a minimumTaking this class does not guarantee being hired by the Town. All candidates must apply, interview and be extended an employment offer. Participants should come prepared with:*pen & paper*comfortable clothing*suit & towel*Lunch/Snack/Water BottleClass time may be added or subtracted depending on the progress of the class.For more information, please review the attached sheet below! BOOK PICKUP BEGINS WEEK OF AUGUST 31ST. UPDATE FROM FALL BROCHURE: - Price is $355.00/participant- Class times on 9/12 and 9/19 extended to 3:30 p.m. 
 
Saturday September 19, 2026
12:00 PM - 3:30 PM    Lifeguard Training Programs - Lifeguard Training -September 2026
The purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services personnel take over.To enroll in the Lifeguard course, you must be at least 15 years old before the last scheduled class session. To participate in the course, you must be able to pass a prerequisite skills evaluation that includes the following:Two Distance/Times Events Swim freestyle or breaststroke 150 yards, tread water without using arms for 2 minutes, swim 50 yards. Goggles may be used. Swim 20 yards, do a surface dive to depth of 7-10 feet, retrieve a 10-pound diving brick from the bottom and return to the surface, swim 20 yards holding the brick at the surface, then climb out of the pool. Goggles may not be used. Class includes Lifeguard Training, Standard First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and AED training.Fee Reimbursement from the Town Available Under Certain Criteria: * Must be hired within 9 months of taking the course* Must work for the Town for 3 months at a minimumTaking this class does not guarantee being hired by the Town. All candidates must apply, interview and be extended an employment offer. Participants should come prepared with:*pen & paper*comfortable clothing*suit & towel*Lunch/Snack/Water BottleClass time may be added or subtracted depending on the progress of the class.For more information, please review the attached sheet below! BOOK PICKUP BEGINS WEEK OF AUGUST 31ST. UPDATE FROM FALL BROCHURE: - Price is $355.00/participant- Class times on 9/12 and 9/19 extended to 3:30 p.m. 
 
Sunday September 20, 2026
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Lifeguard Training Programs - Lifeguard Training -September 2026
The purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services personnel take over.To enroll in the Lifeguard course, you must be at least 15 years old before the last scheduled class session. To participate in the course, you must be able to pass a prerequisite skills evaluation that includes the following:Two Distance/Times Events Swim freestyle or breaststroke 150 yards, tread water without using arms for 2 minutes, swim 50 yards. Goggles may be used. Swim 20 yards, do a surface dive to depth of 7-10 feet, retrieve a 10-pound diving brick from the bottom and return to the surface, swim 20 yards holding the brick at the surface, then climb out of the pool. Goggles may not be used. Class includes Lifeguard Training, Standard First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and AED training.Fee Reimbursement from the Town Available Under Certain Criteria: * Must be hired within 9 months of taking the course* Must work for the Town for 3 months at a minimumTaking this class does not guarantee being hired by the Town. All candidates must apply, interview and be extended an employment offer. Participants should come prepared with:*pen & paper*comfortable clothing*suit & towel*Lunch/Snack/Water BottleClass time may be added or subtracted depending on the progress of the class.For more information, please review the attached sheet below! BOOK PICKUP BEGINS WEEK OF AUGUST 31ST. UPDATE FROM FALL BROCHURE: - Price is $355.00/participant- Class times on 9/12 and 9/19 extended to 3:30 p.m. 
 
Wednesday September 23, 2026
5:45 PM - 6:10 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 0 5:45 p.m. Class Wednesday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
5:45 PM - 6:10 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 3 5:45 p.m. Class Wednesday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
5:45 PM - 6:10 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 4 5:45 p.m. Class Wednesday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
5:45 PM - 6:10 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Tots 5:45 p.m. Class Wednesday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
6:15 PM - 6:40 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 1 6:15 p.m. Class Wednesday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
6:15 PM - 6:40 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 2 6:15 p.m. Class Wednesday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
6:15 PM - 6:40 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 4 6:15 p.m. Class Wednesday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
6:15 PM - 6:40 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 5 6:15 p.m. Class Wednesday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
Saturday September 26, 2026
10:30 AM - 10:55 AM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 2 10:30 a.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
10:30 AM - 10:55 AM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 3 10:30 a.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
10:30 AM - 10:55 AM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Tots 10:30 a.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
11:05 AM - 11:30 AM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Infant 11:05 a.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
11:05 AM - 11:30 AM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 4 11:05 a.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
11:05 AM - 11:30 AM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 6 11:05 a.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
11:40 AM - 12:05 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 2 11:40 a.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
11:40 AM - 12:05 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 5 11:40 a.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
11:40 AM - 12:05 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Tots 11:40 a.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
12:15 PM - 12:40 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 1 12:15 p.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
12:15 PM - 12:40 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 3 12:15 p.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
12:15 PM - 12:40 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 4 12:15 p.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
12:50 PM - 1:15 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 1 12:50 p.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
12:50 PM - 1:15 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 2 12:50 p.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
12:50 PM - 1:15 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 5 12:50 p.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
Sunday September 27, 2026
10:30 AM - 10:55 AM    Private Swim Lessons - Session 1 10:30am Private Lessons
Achieve your swimming goals with personalized, one-on-one instruction designed just for you. Our Private Swim Lessons provide a customized learning experience for swimmers of all abilities, whether you’re learning the fundamentals, building water confidence, improving stroke technique, or preparing for more advanced skills. Each lesson is tailored to the participant’s individual needs, allowing swimmers to progress at their own pace while receiving focused attention in a supportive and encouraging environment. Participants will only be able to sign up for 1 session max.CHANGE FROM THE BROCHURE: - Session 1: 9/27 - 10/18- Session 2: 10/25 - 11/15- Session 3: 11/22 - 12/13 (FEE WILL BE SAME AS SESSIONS 1 & 2, ADDED 4TH WEEK)
 
11:00 AM - 11:25 AM    Private Swim Lessons - Session 1 11:00am Private Lessons
Achieve your swimming goals with personalized, one-on-one instruction designed just for you. Our Private Swim Lessons provide a customized learning experience for swimmers of all abilities, whether you’re learning the fundamentals, building water confidence, improving stroke technique, or preparing for more advanced skills. Each lesson is tailored to the participant’s individual needs, allowing swimmers to progress at their own pace while receiving focused attention in a supportive and encouraging environment. Participants will only be able to sign up for 1 session max.CHANGE FROM THE BROCHURE: - Session 1: 9/27 - 10/18- Session 2: 10/25 - 11/15- Session 3: 11/22 - 12/13 (FEE WILL BE SAME AS SESSIONS 1 & 2, ADDED 4TH WEEK)
 
11:30 AM - 11:55 AM    Private Swim Lessons - Session 1: 11:30am Private Lessons
Achieve your swimming goals with personalized, one-on-one instruction designed just for you. Our Private Swim Lessons provide a customized learning experience for swimmers of all abilities, whether you’re learning the fundamentals, building water confidence, improving stroke technique, or preparing for more advanced skills. Each lesson is tailored to the participant’s individual needs, allowing swimmers to progress at their own pace while receiving focused attention in a supportive and encouraging environment. Participants will only be able to sign up for 1 session max.CHANGE FROM THE BROCHURE: - Session 1: 9/27 - 10/18- Session 2: 10/25 - 11/15- Session 3: 11/22 - 12/13 (FEE WILL BE SAME AS SESSIONS 1 & 2, ADDED 4TH WEEK)
 
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Fall/Winter Recreation & USA Swim Teams - Introduction to Swim Team
NOTICE: Pre-Season Screening has been moved to Addison Pool on August 25th beginning at 5:00 p.m. The Fall/Winter Recreation Swim Teams consist of 7 different practice groups that are both age and skill based. Recreation meets will be held with area teams through early February, concluding with Championships.  USA Swimming program is an additional option for for swimmers who may want additional meets in the USA swimming format. Those interested in USA Swimming must also be on the Fall/Winter Recreation Team.Below are the practice groups. The day and times listed  are NOT the final practice times. Finalized times will be emailed before the start of the season.To participate on the team swimmers must compete in three meets to be eligible for championships.Coaches reserve the right to move kids between practice groups at their discretion and at the best interest of the swimmer.Practices will start September 21.Intro to Swim Team *NEW* (Registration begins on Tuesday, August 11th at 8:00 a.m.) A perfect fit for those looking to take the next step and explore the swim team program. Swimmers will learn freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly, as well as technical fundamentals. Must be comfortable swimming in water 12’ deep and, at maximum, 800 yards. Must have passed Level 4 of swim lessons. No meet or practice requirement. Practice Groups (Registration begins on Thursday, August 27th at 8:00 a.m.)DevelopmentalGenerally ages 7-10. Must be able to swim 25 yards freestyle with head in the water and rotary breathing without stopping and swim 25 yards backstroke; demonstrate fundamental breaststroke or butterfly for 25 yards. Estimated practice is Monday and Wednesday evenings and Saturday afternoons.Junior 1 & Junior 2Generally ages 9-12. Junior 1 swimmers must perform all four competitive stokes for 25 yards and swim continuously for 300 yards and practice continuously for up to 1.75 hours. Junior 2 swimmers must perform all four competitive stokes for 50 yards and swim continuously for 300 yards and practice continuously for up to 2 hours. Estimated practice is on Wednesday, Saturday Sunday at GHS Pool and Tuesday/Thursday at Trinity College Pool. SeniorsGenerally ages 13 & up. Must be able to perform all four competitive strokes for 100 yards, swim continuously for 600 yards and practice at a high level for 2 hours. Estimated practice is Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday at the GHS Pool and Monday & Wednesday at the Trinity College Pool.High Schools GirlsGirls competing on the fall high school team and will compete on the recreation team at the completion of their high school season. Practice with the Senior group or at coaches discretion. High School Girls 2Girls  competing on the high school team and will compete on recreation and USA teams until the completion of of the high school season. Additional meets after the high school season starts will depend on high school schedule and CIACC restrictions. Fee includes prorated recreation and USA Short Course fee (below) fee combined. High School Boys 1Boys competing on the high school team and will compete on recreation team until the start of the high school season. Practice with the Senior group or at coaches discretion. High School Boys 3Boys competing on the high school team and will compete on recreation and USA teams until the start of the high school season. Additional meets after the high school season starts will depend on high school schedule and CIACC restrictions. Fee includes prorated recreation and USA Short Course fee (below) fee combined. USA Short Course SwimmingThis is optional to any swimmer on the Recreation Swim Team that has signed up or one of the practice groups. Recreation meets still required as well. Swimmers will also need to pay the USA Fee of $85/swimmer plus additional meet fees. (Fees to the Town only pays for coaches to attend USA Meets).USA swimming membership dues will be handled separately as well as USA meet fees. Both will be coordinated by the GSPO (Glastonbury Swim Parents Organization)USA Short Course Payment: A deposit of $25.00 is required at the time of registration with the remainder of the balance due by October 5th. A late fee of $10.00 will be added onto the overall fee on October 6th.
 
Monday September 28, 2026
6:30 PM - 6:55 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 0 6:30 p.m. Class Monday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
6:30 PM - 6:55 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 1 6:30 p.m. Class Monday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
6:30 PM - 6:55 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 2 6:30 p.m. Class Monday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
6:30 PM - 6:55 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 4 6:30 p.m. Class Monday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
7:00 PM - 7:25 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 1 7:00 p.m. Class Monday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
7:00 PM - 7:25 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 3 7:00 p.m. Class Monday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
7:00 PM - 7:25 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 5 7:00 p.m. Class Monday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
7:00 PM - 7:25 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 6 7:00 p.m. Class Monday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Swimming Lessons- Adults - Fall 2026 Adult Swimming Lessons
It is never too late to learn to swim or fine tune your strokes! This program is for adults of all abilities.
 
Wednesday September 30, 2026
5:45 PM - 6:10 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 0 5:45 p.m. Class Wednesday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
5:45 PM - 6:10 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 3 5:45 p.m. Class Wednesday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
5:45 PM - 6:10 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 4 5:45 p.m. Class Wednesday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
5:45 PM - 6:10 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Tots 5:45 p.m. Class Wednesday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
6:15 PM - 6:40 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 1 6:15 p.m. Class Wednesday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
6:15 PM - 6:40 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 2 6:15 p.m. Class Wednesday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
6:15 PM - 6:40 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 4 6:15 p.m. Class Wednesday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
6:15 PM - 6:40 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 5 6:15 p.m. Class Wednesday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
Saturday October 3, 2026
10:30 AM - 10:55 AM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 2 10:30 a.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
10:30 AM - 10:55 AM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 3 10:30 a.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
10:30 AM - 10:55 AM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Tots 10:30 a.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
11:05 AM - 11:30 AM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Infant 11:05 a.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
11:05 AM - 11:30 AM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 4 11:05 a.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
11:05 AM - 11:30 AM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 6 11:05 a.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
11:40 AM - 12:05 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 2 11:40 a.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
11:40 AM - 12:05 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 5 11:40 a.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
11:40 AM - 12:05 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Tots 11:40 a.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
12:15 PM - 12:40 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 1 12:15 p.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
12:15 PM - 12:40 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 3 12:15 p.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
12:15 PM - 12:40 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 4 12:15 p.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
12:50 PM - 1:15 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 1 12:50 p.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
12:50 PM - 1:15 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 2 12:50 p.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
12:50 PM - 1:15 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 5 12:50 p.m. Class Saturday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
Sunday October 4, 2026
10:30 AM - 10:55 AM    Private Swim Lessons - Session 1 10:30am Private Lessons
Achieve your swimming goals with personalized, one-on-one instruction designed just for you. Our Private Swim Lessons provide a customized learning experience for swimmers of all abilities, whether you’re learning the fundamentals, building water confidence, improving stroke technique, or preparing for more advanced skills. Each lesson is tailored to the participant’s individual needs, allowing swimmers to progress at their own pace while receiving focused attention in a supportive and encouraging environment. Participants will only be able to sign up for 1 session max.CHANGE FROM THE BROCHURE: - Session 1: 9/27 - 10/18- Session 2: 10/25 - 11/15- Session 3: 11/22 - 12/13 (FEE WILL BE SAME AS SESSIONS 1 & 2, ADDED 4TH WEEK)
 
11:00 AM - 11:25 AM    Private Swim Lessons - Session 1 11:00am Private Lessons
Achieve your swimming goals with personalized, one-on-one instruction designed just for you. Our Private Swim Lessons provide a customized learning experience for swimmers of all abilities, whether you’re learning the fundamentals, building water confidence, improving stroke technique, or preparing for more advanced skills. Each lesson is tailored to the participant’s individual needs, allowing swimmers to progress at their own pace while receiving focused attention in a supportive and encouraging environment. Participants will only be able to sign up for 1 session max.CHANGE FROM THE BROCHURE: - Session 1: 9/27 - 10/18- Session 2: 10/25 - 11/15- Session 3: 11/22 - 12/13 (FEE WILL BE SAME AS SESSIONS 1 & 2, ADDED 4TH WEEK)
 
11:30 AM - 11:55 AM    Private Swim Lessons - Session 1: 11:30am Private Lessons
Achieve your swimming goals with personalized, one-on-one instruction designed just for you. Our Private Swim Lessons provide a customized learning experience for swimmers of all abilities, whether you’re learning the fundamentals, building water confidence, improving stroke technique, or preparing for more advanced skills. Each lesson is tailored to the participant’s individual needs, allowing swimmers to progress at their own pace while receiving focused attention in a supportive and encouraging environment. Participants will only be able to sign up for 1 session max.CHANGE FROM THE BROCHURE: - Session 1: 9/27 - 10/18- Session 2: 10/25 - 11/15- Session 3: 11/22 - 12/13 (FEE WILL BE SAME AS SESSIONS 1 & 2, ADDED 4TH WEEK)
 
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Fall/Winter Recreation & USA Swim Teams - Introduction to Swim Team
NOTICE: Pre-Season Screening has been moved to Addison Pool on August 25th beginning at 5:00 p.m. The Fall/Winter Recreation Swim Teams consist of 7 different practice groups that are both age and skill based. Recreation meets will be held with area teams through early February, concluding with Championships.  USA Swimming program is an additional option for for swimmers who may want additional meets in the USA swimming format. Those interested in USA Swimming must also be on the Fall/Winter Recreation Team.Below are the practice groups. The day and times listed  are NOT the final practice times. Finalized times will be emailed before the start of the season.To participate on the team swimmers must compete in three meets to be eligible for championships.Coaches reserve the right to move kids between practice groups at their discretion and at the best interest of the swimmer.Practices will start September 21.Intro to Swim Team *NEW* (Registration begins on Tuesday, August 11th at 8:00 a.m.) A perfect fit for those looking to take the next step and explore the swim team program. Swimmers will learn freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly, as well as technical fundamentals. Must be comfortable swimming in water 12’ deep and, at maximum, 800 yards. Must have passed Level 4 of swim lessons. No meet or practice requirement. Practice Groups (Registration begins on Thursday, August 27th at 8:00 a.m.)DevelopmentalGenerally ages 7-10. Must be able to swim 25 yards freestyle with head in the water and rotary breathing without stopping and swim 25 yards backstroke; demonstrate fundamental breaststroke or butterfly for 25 yards. Estimated practice is Monday and Wednesday evenings and Saturday afternoons.Junior 1 & Junior 2Generally ages 9-12. Junior 1 swimmers must perform all four competitive stokes for 25 yards and swim continuously for 300 yards and practice continuously for up to 1.75 hours. Junior 2 swimmers must perform all four competitive stokes for 50 yards and swim continuously for 300 yards and practice continuously for up to 2 hours. Estimated practice is on Wednesday, Saturday Sunday at GHS Pool and Tuesday/Thursday at Trinity College Pool. SeniorsGenerally ages 13 & up. Must be able to perform all four competitive strokes for 100 yards, swim continuously for 600 yards and practice at a high level for 2 hours. Estimated practice is Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday at the GHS Pool and Monday & Wednesday at the Trinity College Pool.High Schools GirlsGirls competing on the fall high school team and will compete on the recreation team at the completion of their high school season. Practice with the Senior group or at coaches discretion. High School Girls 2Girls  competing on the high school team and will compete on recreation and USA teams until the completion of of the high school season. Additional meets after the high school season starts will depend on high school schedule and CIACC restrictions. Fee includes prorated recreation and USA Short Course fee (below) fee combined. High School Boys 1Boys competing on the high school team and will compete on recreation team until the start of the high school season. Practice with the Senior group or at coaches discretion. High School Boys 3Boys competing on the high school team and will compete on recreation and USA teams until the start of the high school season. Additional meets after the high school season starts will depend on high school schedule and CIACC restrictions. Fee includes prorated recreation and USA Short Course fee (below) fee combined. USA Short Course SwimmingThis is optional to any swimmer on the Recreation Swim Team that has signed up or one of the practice groups. Recreation meets still required as well. Swimmers will also need to pay the USA Fee of $85/swimmer plus additional meet fees. (Fees to the Town only pays for coaches to attend USA Meets).USA swimming membership dues will be handled separately as well as USA meet fees. Both will be coordinated by the GSPO (Glastonbury Swim Parents Organization)USA Short Course Payment: A deposit of $25.00 is required at the time of registration with the remainder of the balance due by October 5th. A late fee of $10.00 will be added onto the overall fee on October 6th.
 
Monday October 5, 2026
6:30 PM - 6:55 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 0 6:30 p.m. Class Monday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
6:30 PM - 6:55 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 1 6:30 p.m. Class Monday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
6:30 PM - 6:55 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 2 6:30 p.m. Class Monday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
6:30 PM - 6:55 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 4 6:30 p.m. Class Monday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
7:00 PM - 7:25 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 1 7:00 p.m. Class Monday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
7:00 PM - 7:25 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 3 7:00 p.m. Class Monday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
7:00 PM - 7:25 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 5 7:00 p.m. Class Monday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
7:00 PM - 7:25 PM    Swimming Lessons- Children - Level 6 7:00 p.m. Class Monday Lessons
The Parks and Recreation Department follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Lessons are for all ages. It's a progressive program with 6 levels, each with specific skill requirements. *If your child has taken lessons with us previously, please reference their most recent Achievement Card for the appropriate level. If not, please reference the American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level Requirements to choose the appropriate level based on their skills. American Red Cross Swim & Water Safety Level RequirementsPlease make sure your child(ren) is in their swimwear and are ready to go at the start of the lesson. Changing facilities are available to use at the pool.Parent/Child Swim ClassesInfant/Toddler: Ages 6 months-3 years with a parent/guardian in the water. Tots: Ages 3 and 4 years with parents; parents work with their children to learn breath control, submerging in the water, buoyancy/floating on the water; and moving through the water on their front and back.Independent Preschool Swim ClassesLevel 0: Independent Preschool *NEW FOR FALL*Appropriate for the 4 year old who has prior experience in the water. Must be comfortable submerging and is ready to follow instructions in a small group setting. Your child will learn to blow bubbles, float, kick and use arm strokes on both front and back. Parents are not in the water for this class. Child-Only Swim ClassesLearn to Swim Program for Levels 1-6This program features an inclusive approach to teaching swimming and water safety together.To enter level 1 children must be at least 5 years old. To move to the next level students must successfully complete the exit skills for each level before progressing to the next level. An Achievement Card will be given at the end of each session with level recommendations for future classes. All levels include water safety discussions and skills. To enroll for a level, your child must meet the following criteria:Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsAt least 5 years old with little or no prior water experience.Level 2: Fundamentals of AquaticsParticipants should be comfortable in and under the water; to be able to float on front and back; and to perform elementary front and back strokes for at least 2 body lengths with or without support.Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentParticipants should be able to independently enter; submerge and blow bubbles; tread water 15 seconds and to move through the water using simultaneous and alternating leg and arm actions for at least 5 body lengths.Level 4: Stroke ImprovementParticipants should be able to survival float; tread water 30 seconds; swim front crawl and elementary backstrokes for 15 yards; perform the dolphin kick for 5 body lengths; scissor kick for 10 yards; and to do a head first entry into the water.Level 5: Stroke RefinementParticipants should be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each; swim the side stroke, the breast stroke and the butterfly stroke each for 15 yards; tread water 2 minutes; change direction doing an open turn at the wall; and do a foot first surface dive.Level 6: Fitness SwimmingParticipants should be able to swim both front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards; swim the back crawl, breaststroke, side stroke and butterfly each for 25 yards; tread water 5 minutes; flip turn using both front and back strokes; dive from pool side and to do tuck and pike surface dives and to scull on the back.Both groups will focus on stroke development as well.
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Swimming Lessons- Adults - Fall 2026 Adult Swimming Lessons
It is never too late to learn to swim or fine tune your strokes! This program is for adults of all abilities.