Swim lessons at Central Pool

Central Pool swim lessons are for kids taller than 48" or those self sustaining in the water

When participating, please remember:

  • Everyone who enters the pool must take a thorough shower before class.
  • Children should use the bathroom before class.
  • The Recreation Department is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Please bring a lock. 
  • Parents are responsible for their own children before, during, and after swimming lessons. 
  • When schools close due to weather, the pools close as well.

*If your child is not able to stand or isn't self -sustaining in the pool he/she will be transferred out of the class*

Central Pool is located at 843 Jefferson Ave

Click here to read FAQ and guidelines for Central Pool

Fall 2025

$24 Resident ($36 Non-resident)

Develops flutter kick, floating on back and front and introducing front crawl and swimming on back.
In addition to the age requirement of 7+ years, your child must also be at least 48” tall

September/October

Tuesday
5:30 - 6:10 pm

September 16 - October 21
Register here (Code 2669)

Thursday
4:30 - 5:10 pm
September 18 - October 23
Register here (Code 2670)

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November/December

Tuesday
4:30 - 5:10 pm
November 4 - December 9
Register here (Code 2671)


Thursday
5:30 - 6:10 pm

November 6 - December 11
Register here (Code 2672)

For the child age 7 and under who may not be ready for a larger pool. All Step 3 skills are introduced except diving.

$24 Resident ($36 Non-resident)

Rhythmic breathing for front crawl, back crawl, and diving is introduced. Also, elementary backstroke and scissors kick.
In addition to the age requirement of 7+ years, your child must also be at least 48” tall

September/October

Tuesday
4:30 - 5:10 pm

September 16 - October 21
Register here (Code 2673)

Thursday
5:30 - 6:10 pm
September 18 - October 23
Register here (Code 2674)

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November/December

Thursday
4:30 - 5:10 pm

November 6 - December 11
Register here (Code 2675)

$24 Resident ($36 Non-resident)

4 Perfects both front crawl and back crawl. Breaststroke and elementary backstroke are also taught. Added endurance and standing dives.
In addition to the age requirement of 7+ years, your child must also be at least 48” tall

September/October

Thursday
6:30 - 7:10 pm

September 18 - October 23
Register here (Code 2676)


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November/December

Tuesday
5:30 - 6:10 pm

November 4 - December 9
Register here (Code 2677)

$24 Resident ($36 Non-resident)

Combination of both Step 4 and 5. Perfect for the child in between the steps.
In addition to the age requirement of 7+ years, your child must also be at least 48” tall


November/December

Thursday
6:30 - 7:10 pm

November 6 - December 11
Register here (Code 2678)

Summer 2025 ☀️

Develops floating on front and back, flutter kicking, and introduces the front crawl. Rhythmic breathing and treading is also introduced.


FREE SUMMER SWIM LESSONS:


Monday - Thursday

June 16 - June 26
12:30 - 1:10 pm 
Register here (Code 2414)

June 16 - June 26
4:30 - 5:10 pm 
Register here (Code 2415)

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July 7 - July 17
1:30 - 2:10 pm 
Register here (Code 2416)
 

July 7 - July 17
3:30 - 4:10 pm
Register here (Code 2417)

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July 21 - July 31
2:30 - 3:10 pm 
Register here (Code 2418)


July 21 - July 31
4:30 - 5:10 pm 
Register here (Code 2419)

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August 4 - August 14
12:30 - 1:10 pm 
Register here (Code 2420)


August 4 - August 14
2:30 - 3:10 pm
Register here (Code 2421)

Rhythmic breathing for front crawl, back crawl, and diving is introduced. Also, elementary backstroke and scissors kick.

FREE SUMMER SWIM LESSONS:


Monday - Thursday

June 16 - June 26
1:30 - 2:10 pm
Register here (Code 2422)

June 16 - June 26
3:30 - 4:10 pm
Register here (Code 2423)

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July 7 - July 17
2:30 - 3:10 pm
Register here (Code 2424)


July 7 - July 17
4:30 - 5:10 pm
Register here (Code 2425)

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July 21 - July 31
12:30 - 1:10 pm
Register here (Code 2426)


July 21 - July 31
3:30 - 4:10 pm
Register here (Code 2427)

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August 4 - August 14
1:30 - 2:10 pm
Register here (Code 2428)


August 4 - August 14
4:30 - 5:10 pm
Register here (Code 2429)

Perfects all strokes and adds endurance to all.

FREE SUMMER SWIM LESSONS:


Monday - Thursday

June 16 - June 26
2:30 - 3:10 pm
Register here (Code 2430)

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July 7 - July 17
12:30 - 1:10 pm
Register here (Code 2431)

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July 21 - July 31
1:30 - 2:10 pm
Register here (Code 2432)

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August 4 - August 14
3:30 - 4:10 pm
Register here (Code 2433)

Private Lessons

Would your child benefit from one-on-one lessons with one of our instructors? Does your child have any special needs? We can help you overcome any fears you may have with water. Caring, patient instructors will provide 30-minute private lessons at James Madison or Central Pool depending on availability.

Fee: $28 per person for a 30-minute lesson

Contact Geri Rusch to arrange a private lesson at 920-459-6739 or grusch@sasd.net.