Things to Know!
- Water Safety Topics are reviewed during each lesson.
- The Swim Lesson Coordinator has the right to change class level based on swimmer’s skill after first lesson.
- Guardians are required to stay for their swimmer’s lesson in case of emergency. Seating is available.
- Swimming aids and equipment should not be brought to lesson. Instructors will provide appropriate teaching aids.
- Registration closes on the Thursday prior to the start of the session. Contact the Park District office after that date to register.
- Download the Rainout Line app for class cancellation and make up days due to inclement weather.
- Cancelled weekday classes will be made up on the Friday of the week. Saturday lessons will be made up at the end of the session. If a lesson cannot be rescheduled, a class credit is applied to the Household Account.
Swim Lesson Levels
Tadpole Swim Lessons
Ages: 6 mo-3
This class emphasizes early water adjustment for the child with a parent by their side. It introduces beginning swimmer techniques through water activities and songs.
Guppy Swim Lessons
Ages: 3-5
This class focuses on water adjustment to basic swimming skills mixed with fun water activities.
Jellyfish Swim Lessons
Level 1 Ages: 5+
Swimmers will gain confidence in the water by introducing entry level water skills such as blowing bubbles, submersion of face and assisted floats, and kicking.
Minnow Swim Lessons
Level 2 Ages: 5+
Swimmers will build confidence in the water by working on kicking and unsupported floats. Many skills are developed including unassisted freestyle, backstroke, and treading water.
Frog Swim Lessons
Level 3 Ages: 5+
Swimmers focus on entering deep water with confidence, swimming freestyle and backstroke unassisted and introduction to breaststroke and butterfly kick.
Dolphin Swim Lessons
Level 5 Ages: 5+
Swimmers are conditioned in all four strokes: freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly in addition to flip turns.
Private Pick & Swim Lessons
Ages: 3-18
Want a more personalized swim lesson experience? This instruction option offers private lessons at flexible times to fit your busy summer schedule. An assigned instructor or swim coordinator will contact you to schedule the dates and times of your private swim lessons. Lessons are purchased in multiple time block options which can be broken up into 30-minute or 1-hour lessons. These lessons are for one individual and are not transferable. Private Diving Lessons are available upon request.
