SWIMMING BUDDIES    

The American Red Cross Learn to Swim program Levels 1, 2 and 3 will be used to instruct children in groups of 2 or 3.  Some children benefit from the individual attention of these lessons taught by certified instructors.  Space is limited, so sign up early!  
AGE:  4 and older                                   FEE:  $35.00

WEE WET WIGGLERS 

Aquatic Program promotes water safety knowledge and water adjustment.  Swimming readiness skills, fun and enjoyment, and parental involvement are all important components of this program.  Parents only must attend orientation the first class.  There will be no swimming during the orientation.

AGE:  6 months-4 years

MINI-ONES 

The American Red Cross has updated the Learn to Swim Program as we are happy to offer the new program to your children.  Mini-Ones is a new transition class for children ages 4-5 years of age with no previous swim lesson experience to enter the Learn to Swim program.  Parents, please take advantage of the smaller class size for your children who may need more individual attention or who may be reluctant to participate in a regular Level One class.

AGE:  4-5 years old

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RED ROVER IS AT THE POOL!

Adults and kids both love to play on Red Rover, our huge inflatable hound dog.  Check the schedule for when he will be floating in the Derby Recreation Center Pool.  He is also available for a small fee to use at pool rentals.  For more information, call 788-3781.

LAP DAWGS

Whether you are a novice or an expert swimmer, start lapping up the miles in our Lap Dawg program.  As you swim, count your laps, and whether you swim two laps or 20 laps, write it down and let us add them up.  We reward you with certificates for periodic milestones.  Lane availability varies according to day and time.  Check the pool desk or ask a lifeguard for more information and a pool schedule.

W.O.W.-WORKOUT OF THE WEEK

Is your swimming routine getting old?  Check this out!  We have a variety of workouts for you to try next to the Lap Dawg tally sheet.  Workouts can be adapted to any level or ability.  Please feel free to ask the lifeguards if you have questions.

WATER WALKING AND JOGGING

Splash into your next workout!  Water walking and jogging have all the benefits of land, but without pounding on your joints.  Water gives you balance and buoyancy that land can’t.  Jump in the pool to get a great workout.  Ask aquatic staff for exercise tips and demonstrations.  Jogging belts available.

FAMILY NIGHT SWIM

Stay in the swim this winter on Saturday evenings at the pool!  Drop by for a splashingly good time with family and friends—it’s always summer in the pool.  Recreation swimming rules apply.  Children under 8 must be accompanied by a participating, swimming adult.  No part of membership privileges.

DATE:  Saturday, January 22 OR February 26

TIME:  5:30-7:15pm

FEE:  $3.00 family of four/50¢ each additional

SWIMMING WITH SANTA     

Santa in a Speedo?  Well, maybe not quite, but Santa will be at the pool to welcome holiday swimmers as they enjoy a little water play while mom and dad do some last minute shopping.  Santa’s helpers will be available to accompany children under 8 into the water.  Milk and cookies will finish off an afternoon of festive fun!

DATE:  Saturday, December 18

AGE:  5-10 years old

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  December 17

STANDARD FIRST AID  

American Red Cross Standard First Aid is used to provide basic first aid care for any individual and adult CPR.  Students must be 14 years of age, perform all critical skills and correctly answer at least 80% of the written test questions.  Successful candidates will receive a certification card which is renewable every three years.  Class space is limited, so sign up early.  For more information call 788-3781.

DATE:  February 1 & 3

TIME:  6:00-10:00pm

FEE:  $40.00

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  January 31

LIFEGUARD TRAINING 

This is the updated American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, which  includes CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, PDT, and First Aid.  Students must be 15 years of age and complete the prerequisites: (1) a 500-yard continuous swim using front crawl and breaststroke, (2) swim 20 yards, surface dive to retrieve a 10-pound brick from a depth of 7-10 feet and swim 20 yards back with the brick.  Successful candidates must attend every class session, pass the written exams, perform all critical skills, and three final skill scenarios.

DATE:  January 10-17

DAY:  Monday/Wednesday/Saturday/Sunday

TIME:  6:00-10:00pm January 10 & 12, 8:00am-5:00pm January 15-17

FEE:  $150.00

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  January 7

DISCOVER SCUBA 

Discover the sport of S.C.U.B.A.!  P.A.D.I. Instructor Kevin Runkle will be on deck and in the pool to assist you and give you an opportunity to find out just how much fun scuba diving can be.  Explore the depths of the diving well and experience the wonder of being underwater.  Participants must be at least 12 years old and those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.  Sign up in advance so we can be prepared for everyone.

DATE:  January 6, February 10 OR March 10

DAY:  Thursday

AGE:  12 & older

SCUBA 

Start enjoying one of the fastest growing sports and explore the underwater world of the DRC pool.  PADI instructor Kevin Runkle will conduct a Part 1 SCUBA class.  Price includes books, materials and equipment rental.  Register early to be able to read the manual and complete the reviews prior to class.

DATE:  January 13-16, February 17-20 OR March 17-20

DAY:  Thursday-Sunday

TIME:  5:00-9:00pm Thursday/Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm Saturday and 12:00-5:00pm Sunday

AGE:  12 & older

FEE:  $155.00

AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIM LEVELS 1-6

If your child can perform all skills in one level, they would advance to the next.