The Aquatic program runs May through August of each year.

Swim lessons are offered in two week sessions that run Monday-Thursday. Each session is taught for 40 minutes.

Instructors will test on the first day of class to confirm each child is placed in the correct level.

Fees: $45 for residents, $50 non-residents

Class Ratio: Tiny Tots: 1 instructor per 4 students

                    Beginner: 1 instructor per 6 students

                   Advanced: 1 instructor per 8 students

Session Dates:

Session I: May 21 - June 1 (Includes Friday, June 1st)

Session II:  June 4 - June 14

Session III: June 18 - June 28

Session IV: July 9 - July 19

Session V: July 23 - August 2

Morning Lessons:

Tiny Tot: 11:15am and 12Noon

Beginner: 11:15am and 12Noon

Parent Baby: 12Noon

Evening Lessons:

Parent Baby: 5:30pm

Tiny Tot: 4:00pm, 4:45pm, 5:30pm, 6:15pm. 

Beginner: 4:00pm, 4:45pm, 5:30pm, 6:15pm.

Advanced Beginner & Intermediate: 6:15pm.                                     

Class Descriptions

Parent/Baby - This course is designed for the 6month to 36 month old. A parent or both parents learn how to assist their child in water adjustment with the guidance of an instructor. Swim diapers are required, and a parent is required to be in the water.

Tiny Tot - This course is designed for pre-school, ages 3 - 5 years olds, and for the child who is ready to learn to swim. This is an introductory course that will help your child feel comfortable in the water as well as introduce them to basic water safety and swimming skills. Class ratio 1:4.

Beginner (Levels 1-3) - Introduction to water skills, Fundamental Aquatic Skills, Stroke Development. The beginner classes are designed to progress from 1 to 3. A student placed in a level 2 class must perform the skills required for level 1. This requirement continues from level to level. Some classes may be combined if the classes are not full. Class ratio 1:6.

Advanced Beginner (Levels 4-5) - Stroke Improvement and stroke refinement. These courses are for the more advanced swimmer. Skills learned in level 3 will be practiced to build student confidence. Stroke refinement includes additional guided practice. Swimming distances are required to build endurance. These courses require additional pool space so are offered at only limited times. Class ratio 1:8.

Intermediate (Levels 6) - Lifeguard & swim team preparation. Students must pass level 5 before registering for this class. The purpose of the Lifeguard Readiness class is to refine strokes so students swim them with more ease and smoothness over greater distances. Skills will be introduced and practiced that are required to successfully complete the requirements of the Lifeguard Training Program that is a course offered by the American Red Cross. Class ratio 1:8. Techniques will also be taught for swim team preparation.

Private Lessons

Private lessons can be arranged through the Recreation Department, and depending on instructor availability.

Classes fill-up quickly! Pre-registration is required.

*Scholarships are available on a limited basis. Please ask at the Recreation Office.

There are no refunds after the first day of class.