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Do we offer private lessons?: No, unfortunately due to the pool schedule we do not have the adequate time.

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Swimming Lessons

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1. Can a person sign up for more than one session?: Yes, it is possible to sign up for multiple sessions.

2. Do children have to wear swimwear?: Yes, everyone in the water is required to wear swim wear.

3. What do the children need to bring?: A bathing suit, sunscreen, and a towel.

4. Are babies required to wear swim diapers?: Yes, any child not restroom capable is required to wear swim diapers.

5. Are swim shoes, goggles, flippers, and snorkels okay to bring?: Swim shoes are allowed, and goggles are allowed with the instructor’s approval. No flippers or snorkels are allowed.

6. Are the instructors certified?: Yes, all instructors are certified through the American Red Cross.

7. Do we perform background checks on our instructors?: Yes, we perform background and reference checks on all our instructors.

8. Will there be a lifeguard on duty during swim lessons?: Yes, a lifeguard will be present anytime there are people inside the pool area.

9. What happens if we can not have class due to inclement weather?: Fridays are designated as make up days.

10. What happens if a person starts a class and an instructor recommends a different level?: A space will be provided in the appropriate level.

11. Can the parents be in the facility with the children during lessons?: Yes, but it is recommended that parents wait on the outside of the facility (with the exception of parent-tot classes).

12. Will there be open swim during swim lessons?: No the pool will be closed to the public.

13. Do we offer private lessons?: No, unfortunately due to the pool schedule we do not have the adequate time.

14. Will there be class during the Fourth of July weekend?: There will be no class on July 3.

15. Can an adult sign up for swim lessons?: Yes, although it is highly encouraged that adults sign up for the Masters Program because swim lessons are geared towards children.

16. Can children with special needs participate?: Yes, our staff will accommodate any special need to assure that everyone can learn.

17. Can a parent request an instructor of a different gender?: Yes, although it may require a move to a different time.

18. Do you have to attend all eight classes to complete the level?: No, but it is recommended that all classes are attended, You cannot advance to the next level without completing all the skills required for the previous level.