Swim Lesson registration for the current term is now closed. Lessons will reopen after the summer season.

Welcome to Swim Lessons at the Kroc

Learning to swim is an important skill that children will keep with them for life. We offer classes for children as young as 12 months. With never more than five people per class, our intimate swim instruction provides a great environment for children learning to swim. At your child’s first swim class, we will assess their swimming proficiency and provide lessons for their specific skill level. To advance from one level to the next, participants must demonstrate the exit skills required and have the Aquatics Coordinator's approval.

It is important to note that children may progress at different rates, and some may need to repeat certain levels to ensure they have mastered the necessary skills before moving on to the next stage.

Please note that group lessons cannot be rescheduled or made up unless the cancellation is due to instructor availability or facility closure. Private lessons can be rescheduled as long as a cancellation notice is provided at least 24 hours in advance.

All lessons are based on instructor availability. Group lessons must have at least three participants or the group class will be rescheduled. We do not offer makeup lessons for any missed classes. We strictly enforce our cancellation policy. No cancellations are allowed within 7 days of the start of a new session. During Swim Lesson times, parents are invited to sit in the viewing area, just outside the pool on the other side of the glass.

Things to bring for your swim lesson:

• Swimsuit
• Change of clothes
• Goggles
• Towel

Group Lesson Pricing: $80 for members; $100 for potential members

Parent & Child - (Age: 6 months - 2 years) 

Parent and Child Aquatics introduces basic skills you learn to safely work with your child in the water, including how to appropriately support and hold your child in the water, and how to prepare and encourage your child to participate fully and try the skills. In addition, you are introduced to several water safety topics. Your child receives an introduction to basic skills that lay a foundation for learning to swim. Parent and Child Aquatics is not designed to teach children to become good swimmers or even to survive in the water on their own.

Pre-school Aquatics Levels 1, 2 & 3

For each level of Preschool Aquatics, our instructors follow a plan to introduce new swimming and water safety skills that are developmentally appropriate for young children. Preschool Aquatics puts the “fun” in fundamentals. Each class is loaded with enjoyable, engaging, and challenging activities that motivate children to want to perform and learn to swim. At every level, once all skills are achieved and the exit skills assessment is completed, your child receives a completion card, and they are ready to move up to the next level.

Pre-school Aquatics Level 1 Pre-school Aquatics Level 2 Pre-school Aquatics Level 3

Learn-to-Swim Levels 1, 2, 3 & 4

For every level of Learn-to-Swim, our instructors follow a plan to introduce new swimming and water safety skills and build on previously learned skills. Each class is packed with enjoyable, interactive, and stimulating tasks that inspire kids to be eager to participate and acquire new swimming skills. At every level, once all skills are achieved and the exit skills assessment is completed, your child receives a completion card, and they are ready to move up to the next level.

Learn-to-Swim Level 1 Learn to Swim Level 2 Learn to Swim Level 3 Learn to Swim Level 4

Private Lessons

Private Lessons  

Private lessons are offered for students who prefer a one-on-one experience. These lessons can be scheduled at the convenience of the instructor. The package includes 1 half-hour session twice a week for 4 weeks. Saturday Private lessons are an hour-long lesson for 4 weeks.

Private Swim Lesson Package includes 8 half-hour sessions.
Fees: $140 for members / $180 for potential members

Private lessons are by appointment only.

Red Cross Shallow Water Lifeguarding Classes

You have either enrolled in an instructor-led or blended learning lifeguarding class. If you enrolled in a blended learning class, your instructor will provide directions to access and complete your online session.

At the beginning of the first in-person session, your instructor will verify your identity and age and conduct a prerequisite swimming skills evaluation. The prerequisite swimming skills evaluation will vary based on the lifeguarding certification course you are taking. It consists of swimming, treading water, and a timed swimming event.

Shallow Water

Successfully complete the two prerequisite swimming skills evaluations:

Prerequisite 1: Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest:

• Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface, then swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed.)
• Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs, floating, or both.
• Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both.

Prerequisite 2: Complete a timed event within 50 seconds:

• Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. (The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed.)
• Submerge to a depth of 4 - 7 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.
• Return to the surface and walk or swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping the face out at or near the surface.
• Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

* If you are unable to successfully perform any of the prerequisite skills, you will not be eligible to enter the Lifeguarding class. Contact your instructor or training provider for further development and training opportunities to prepare for a future lifeguarding class

Become a Lifeguard

Shallow Water Lifeguard Certification Class

Location: The Salvation Army Kroc Center

Dates/Times: Wednesday - Sunday (4/2/25 - 4/6/25)

• 4/2 | 5 PM - 8 PM
• 4/3 | 5 PM - 8 PM
• 4/4 | 5 PM - 8 PM
• 4/5 | 8 AM - 12 PM
• 4/6 | 8 AM - 5 PM

Fee: Members ($100) | Guests ($150) + $20 Prerequisite Tryout fee for ALL participants

REGISTER

POOL RULES AND GUIDELINES

• Must shower off before entering the pool
• Parents must remain within arm’s reach of children, ages 5 and under, regardless of swim ability
• Children 2 and under must wear a swim diaper and plastic pant covering
• Only swim attire is allowed in the pool. NO COTTON. All swim trunks must have a liner. Street clothes, thong suits, speedos, revealing bathing suits, and bathing suits with metal ornaments or exposed zippers are not allowed. 
• No food or glass in the Aquatic area
• All participants must meet the height requirement (48”) to use the water slide
• Maximum weight limit for the slide is 300 lbs, in accordance with manufacturer safety standards
• Only one person is allowed on the slide at a time. All participants must slide on their bottom with feet first
• No running, climbing or rough-housing
• All participants must rinse off before entering the pool
• Entrance to the Aquatic Center is permitted only when a lifeguard is on duty
• Cover ups or clothing are required in hallways and at the entrance of the facility. Locker rooms are available for changing (must bring your own lock).
• Anyone with open sores or contagious sores is not permitted in the pool
• Swim toys must be approved by lifeguards
• These guidelines are in place to protect our members and guests. We thank you in advance for your cooperation and support as a participant.

*Monday–Friday from 10:00 AM–Noon, the pool is especially busy during the summer months. Please be aware of this as we often fill to capacity very quickly.

WATER FITNESS

Work cardio and strength with minimal impact on your joints. These in the water classes create a challenging and fun atmosphere. Shake up your routine, hit the water, and enjoy the variety. Check our fitness schedule for an Intensified water workout focusing on cardio and strength training.