Swim Lessons

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Adult Swim Lessons

Swimming Is For Everyone

It's never too late to learn how to swim or improve your skills in the water. Our adult swim programs are designed with your comfort and progress in mind.

Beginner Level

Our beginner classes are perfect for adults looking to build comfort and basic skills in the water. You'll learn essential techniques including floating, treading water, basic front crawl, and backstroke. These foundational skills help build water confidence in a supportive, adult-focused environment.

Each session includes seven 60-minute lessons. Fee: $120 for residents, $154 for non-residents. Lesson registration will open May 1, 2026.

Intermediate Level

For adults with some swimming experience who want to refine their techniques and build endurance. Classes focus on improving your front crawl and backstroke while introducing additional strokes and skills. You'll work on breathing techniques, coordination, and efficiency in the water.

Each session includes seven 60-minute lessons. Fee: $120 for residents, $154 for non-residents. Lesson registration will open May 1, 2026.

Discover the joy and benefits of swimming at any age!

Adult Only Beginner Swim Lessons

Session 1A-Thursday, June 18-July 30, 7:30-8:30 p.m. 

Session 1B-Sunday, June 21-Aug.9, 9-10 a.m. (no lessons July 5)

Adult Only Intermediate Swim Lessons

Session 1A-Tuesday, June 16-July 28, 7:30-8:30 p.m. 

Session 1B-Sunday, June 21-Aug.9, 10-11 a.m. (no lessons July 5)

 

Youth Group Swim Lessons

Swimming for Every Age and Stage

We offer group swim lessons for children starting from as young as 6 months. Our classes are designed to help swimmers of all levels develop important water safety skills and swimming techniques in a fun, supportive environment.

Class Information

Each session includes seven 30-minute lessons where our experienced instructors work closely with your child. We keep our class sizes small to ensure each swimmer receives personal attention and guidance.

Registration Details

Lesson Fee: $60 for residents, $77 for non-residents

Please note that swimmers must meet the ability requirements for their level. If your child needs special placement, please contact us for instructor approval before registering.

Lesson registration will open May 1, 2026.

Give your child the gift of swimming confidence and water safety skills. Spaces fill quickly, so reserve your spot today!

Session 1 -  June 20 – Aug 8 (no lesson July 4)

Session 2 – June 21 – Aug 9 (no lessons July 5)

 

Time

Level

9:50 - 10:20 a.m.

Guppies

Tiger Sharks

Mako Sharks

Dolphins

10:30-11 a.m.

Guppies

Hammerhead Sharks

Dolphins

Minnows

11:10-11:40 a.m.

Goldfish

Dolphins

Minnows

Goldfish

11:50 a.m.-12:20 p.m.

Goldfish

Mako Sharks

Minnows

Goldfish

1-1:30 p.m.

Minnows

Mako Sharks

Dolphins

Goldfish

1:40-2:10 p.m.

Minnows

Dolphins

Goldfish

Goldfish

2:20-2:50 p.m.

Minnows

Dolphins

Mako Sharks

 

3-3:30 p.m.

Goldfish

Mako Sharks

Dolphins

 

3:40-4:10 p.m.

Goldfish

Mako Sharks

Minnows

 

4:20-4:50 p.m.

Minnows

Dolphins

Goldfish

 

​GUPPIES

This program helps toddlers ages 1​ to 3 years old and their parent or adult to become comfortable in the water and to learn skills needed for continued comfort and enjoyment in the water.

GOLD FISH

​A class for 3 and 4 your old swimmers who are just starting off. Swimmers will be in the water with only the instructor and will work on getting comfortable in the pool and some important basic skills. (sessions with less than 2 students registered by June 16 will be cancelled)

MINNOWS

This class will work on building the basic skills in the water. Your 5 and 6 year old beginner swimmers will work towards more independence in the water. They will be challenged to float and move through the water on their own. ​ (sessions with less than 3 students registered by June 16 will be cancelled)

DOLPHINS

Fundamental aquatic skills for those who can fully submerge head, float independently, blow bubbles and feel comfortable in the water.(sessions with less than 3 students registered by June 16 will be cancelled)

MAKO SHARKS

Beginning stroke development for those who can push off the side, flutter kick on back/front with arm actions and float on their front and back comfortably. (sessions with less than 3 students registered by June 16 will be cancelled)

HAMMERHEAD SHARKS

Intermediate stroke development for those who can swim front and back crawl for 10 yards, demonstrate elementary backstroke and enter deep water comfortably.(sessions with less than 3 students registered by June 16 will be cancelled)

TIGER SHARKS

Full stroke development for those who can swim front crawl for 15 yards with rotary breathing, swim backstroke for 15 yards and tread water for at least 30 seconds.(sessions with less than 3 students registered by June 16 will be cancelled)

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Private Swim Lessons

Looking to build confidence in the water, improve technique, or learn to swim for the first time? Our private swim lessons offer one-on-one instruction tailored to each swimmer’s unique needs. Whether you're a beginner, refining your strokes, or need extra support, our experienced instructors will help you reach your goals.

These lessons are perfect for:

  • Young swimmers (ages 3+) learning essential water safety skills

  • Adults who want to gain confidence and improve their technique

  • Swimmers with unique needs who benefit from a personalized approach

Each 30-minute session is customized to meet your abilities and comfort level, helping you become a safer, stronger swimmer.

Registration will begin May 1, 2026.

 Fee: Half hour $22 resident; $30 nonresident.

Saturdays, May 31 –Aug. 9, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sundays , June 1–Aug. 10, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Monday-Friday, May 27-June 13, 4-7:30 p.m.
Monday-Friday, June 16- Aug 8 , 11:00 a.m. 6 p.m. (no lessons July 4)

1519 Fuller Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Gayle Hurn,
Recreation Supervisor​

Phone icon734.794.6236

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