Swimming Lessons
Swim Lesson Registration Information
How do I register?
There are three easy ways to register!
- Register Online - Fast, convenient and immediate confirmation
- Register by Mail - Download the registration form (PDF), complete and mail it, along with your payment, to PRNA, Attn: Swim Lessons, 912 Myers Park Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32301.
- Register in Person - Download the registration form (PDF), complete and bring it, along with your payment, to Trousdell or Jack McLean Aquatics Centers or Wade Wehint Pool.
Will I Get Confirmation?
All online registrations will receive immediate confirmation via email. In person and mailed registrations will be mailed a confirmation card, provided the registration was received more than one week before the session begins. Any received within one week of the session will receive telephone confirmation.
What if it Rains?
Determination of class cancellation will take place at class time. The first bad weather day of a session will generally result in a 'safety day' instead of an in-water class. Please ddo not assume cancellation if the weather is bad. Please see your site supervisor for our complete class rain out/make up policy.
What Should I Wear?
Proper swimming attire is required. Male and female swimmers of all ages must wear actual bathing suits. Basketball-style shorts are allowed. Female suits can be one or two-piece, however, sports bras and thongs are not permitted. All children in diapers must wear a swim diaper.
Refund Policy
In the event we are unable to place you in a class, a refund will be sent within 3-4 weeks of your request. Once placed in a class, refund requests will be considered in case of injury or illness at the supervisor's discretion.
Session Dates & Fees
| Monday - Thursday Classes - $43.50 per session | ||
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| Sessions consist of eight 30-minute classes held Monday - Thursday for two weeks | ||
| 1: April 27 - May 7 | 4: June 15 - June 25 | 7: August 3 - August 13 |
| 2: May 11 - May 21 | 5: July 6 - July 16 | 8: August 31 - September 11 |
| 3: June 1 - June 11 | 6: July 20 - July 30 | 9: September 14 - September 24 |
| Saturday Classes - $21.75 per session | ||
| Sessions consist of four 30-minute classes held Saturdays only for four weeks | ||
| 10: May 2 - May 30 | 12: July 11 - August 1 | 13: August 8 - August 29 |
| 11: June 6 - June 27 | ||
| Session Key for Table Below | ||
P: Parent/Child Y: Preschool & Youth A: Adult J: Junior Lifeguard |
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| Sessions | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forestmeadows Pool - 4750 North Meridian Road | 891-3922 | ||||||||||||
| 9:30 - 10:00am | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |||||
| 10:10 - 10:40am | PY | PY | PY | PY | PY | PY | PY | PY | |||||
| 10:50 - 11:20am | PY | PY | PY | PY | PY | PY | Y | Y | |||||
| 5:30 - 6:00pm | PY | PY | PY | PY | PY | ||||||||
| 6:10 - 6:40pm | PY | PY | PY | PY | PY | Y | Y | ||||||
| 6:50 - 7:20pm | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||||
| Jack McLean Aquatics Center - 700 Paul Russell Road | 891-1822 | ||||||||||||
| 9:30 - 10:00am | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||||||
| 10:10 - 10:40am | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | PY | PY | PY | ||||
| 10:50 - 11:20am | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | PY | PY | Y | Y | ||||
| 5:30 - 6:00pm | PY | PY | Y | YJ | YJ | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||
| 6:10 - 6:40pm | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||
| 6:50 - 7:20pm | YA | YA | YA | YA | YA | ||||||||
| Levy Pool - 625 West Tharpe Street | 891-3950 | ||||||||||||
| 9:30 - 10:00am | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | A | A | ||||||
| 10:10 - 10:40am | PY | PY | PY | PY | PY | Y | PY | PY | PY | ||||
| 10:50 - 11:20am | PY | PY | PY | PY | PY | PY | PY | Y | Y | ||||
| 5:30 - 6:00pm | Y | PY | PY | PY | PY | PY | PY | Y | Y | ||||
| 6:10 - 6:40pm | Y | Y | PY | PY | PY | PY | PY | Y | Y | ||||
| 6:50 - 7:20pm | YA | YA | YA | YA | YA | ||||||||
| Trousdell Aquatics Center - 298 John Knox Road | 891-3991 | ||||||||||||
| 8:50 - 9:20am | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||||||
| 9:30 - 10:00am | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||||
| 10:10 - 10:40am | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||||
| 10:50 - 11:20am | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||||
| 7:00 - 7:30pm | A | A | A | A | A | ||||||||
| Walker Ford Pool - 2301 Pasco Street | 891-3973 | ||||||||||||
| 10:10 - 10:40am | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||||||
| 10:50 - 11:20am | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||||||
| 5:30 - 6:00pm | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||||||
Class Descriptions
Parent/Child (6 Months - 3 Years Old): One adult (parent/guardian) will be required to get in the water with their child during this class. The class is designed to help parents learn different methods of teaching their children to float and kick and feel more comfortable with their children in the water. Children still in diapers must wear a swim diaper during class. Instructor to student ratio is 1:10.
Preschool (3-4 Years Old): Prepares 3-4 year olds for increased success in youth lessons and sets the tone for a lifetime of water enjoyment. Playful and nurturing instructors guide preschoolers through the basics of water adjustment and into water exploration in a safe and fun manner. Children will first be introduced to going underwater safely, progressing onto floating on their back and front. They will also be introduced to basic freestyle skills, such as gliding and arm strokes. Instructor to student ratio is 1:5.
Youth (5-12 Years Old): Children are taught in small groups and move to higher skill groups as they achieve the advancement goals of their present group. Starting with the most basic skill, blowing bubbles in the pool, swimmers advance through 10 skill stations from "roll over and float" to advanced stroke mechanics. Instructor to student ratio is 1:5.
Adult (13 Years and Older): These classes are designed to teach adults basic and intermediate swimming skills. In addition, water safety skills are taught to increase personal comfort levels around aquatics facilities. Instructor to student ratio is 1:10.
Jr. Lifeguard - Jack McLean Aquatics Center: Are you 11 – 14 years old and interested in becoming a lifeguard? Jr. Lifeguard improves swimming skills and develops leadership skills. This class includes Basic Lifeguarding Skills, CPR and First Aid, and emphasizes Prevention & Response along with Fitness, Leadership and Professionalism. Upon course completion, 14 year old Jr. Guards may volunteer at City of Tallahassee pools up to 6 hours a week!
Prerequisites
- Be able to swim the front crawl for 25 yards continuously while breathing to the front or side
- Tread water for one minute using arms and legs
- Submerge and swim a distance of 10 feet underwater