Swim Lessons
Learn to Swim Classes
Jump into the pool of excitement with our Learn to Swim classes! Whether you're a water wizard or a total newbie, our experienced swim instructors are all set to help you or your young enthusiasts boost their aquatic confidence. But act fast, as spots are vanishing faster than a cannonball into the pool!
Register online at our Membership Portal or by phone at 513-556-0604 ext 2.
Please note that registration should be made under the name of the swimmer.
Registration for Private and Semi Private lessons is full at this time.
April is national Adult learn to swim month. To celebrate this, we are hosting 3 days of free beginner lessons for Studnets and Members. These lessons will cover the basics of saftey and intro level skills to create a foundation and get you in the water!
This class is designed for swimmers of every level with a focus on swimmers with little to no experience.
Please register ahead on our memebership protal as spots will fill quickly
Cost : free for students and members
April 5th : 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
April 6th : 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
April 7th : 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Fees for Group Lessons covers the cost of a once a week of either a 3-week or 4-week lesson plan with instructor. The class schedule can be found below under adult and youth group lessons.
Class | Members | Non-Members | Next Session Start | Registration Opens |
3-week sessions | $24 | $33 | 1/11/2024 | 12/19/2023 |
4-week sessions | $32 | $44 | 1/10/2024 | 12/19/2023 |
Private Lessons* | $160 | $200 |
N/A | 1/23/24 |
Semi - Private Lessons* | $120/swimmer | $160/swimmer | N/A | 1/23/24 |
*Includes eight 45-minute private lessons that expire 6 months after purchase.
Private lessons fill up quickly and are subject to availabiltiy of instructors. All private lessons must be used within 6 months of purchase.
Adult lessons are available in 2 levels: Beginner and Intermediate. To ensure that applicants are in the appropriate level, participants are asked to demonstrate their swimming abilities and to outline their personal goals.
Adult lesson registration fills quickly, please register in advance if you wish to participate.
Swim Level | February Dates | March Dates | April Dates |
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Adult Intro to Swim | 4-week session 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28 | Wednesday 6 p.m. 3/6, 3/20, 3/27 | Tuesday 5 p.m. 4/2, 4/9, 4/16, 4/23 |
Adult Beginner | 4-week session 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24 | Thursdays 5 p.m. 3/7, 3/21, 3/28 | Thursdays 5p.m. 4/4, 4/11, 4/28, 4/25 |
Adult Advanced Beginner | 4-week session 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24 | none | none |
Adult Beginner | 4-week session 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22 | none | none |
Adult Intermediate/Fitness |
4-week session 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24 | none | none |
Welcome to the Adult Introduction to Swimming course, where safety is a top priority. This class is tailored for individuals who may have limited or no prior experience with water or swimming. Our primary focus will be on teaching fundamental swimming techniques and essential survival skills to ensure your safety in and around the water.
This course serves as a vital stepping stone towards future swimming lessons and is aimed at imparting both confidence and foundational skills. We believe that everyone should feel secure and at ease in aquatic environments, and this class will equip you with the necessary skills to achieve just that. Your safety is our utmost concern as we guide you through your swimming journey.
In this level, we'll work together to combine several basic skills and start moving towards developing full swimming strokes. To join this class, it's important to be able to float on your back and front and have some control over your breath while underwater. We'll start by practicing kicking and other ways to move in the water before we put all these skills together into complete swimming strokes.
At this level, participants will work on refining technique of several strokes including front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke, and elementary backstroke. Open turns, proper body position, and breathing techniques will be emphasized. Participants will be swimming the width of the pool (25 yards) as they work on their skills.
Group and Private youth Learn to Swim is available for swimmers of all levels. To find the class that best meets the needs of your swimmer - follow the information in the accordions below.
Youth group swim lessons will not be offered during the month of March. Week day evening lessons will be available during the month of April. Weekend Youth lessons will resume in May. We will be offering private and semi private swim lessons during March and April, please fill out the Private Lesson Request Form for more info.
We have an upcoming event offering FREE adult learn to swim classes for beginners on April 5th, 6th, and 7th. Check out our Events Page for more info on the Free Adult Learn to Swim Month weekend event.
Swim Level | Day | Febuary 4-Week Session | April 4-week session |
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Infant and Toddler | Saturday | 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24 11 a.m. | none |
Preschool 1 | Saturday | 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24 11 a.m. | none |
Preschool 2 | Saturday | 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24 11 a.m. | none |
Beginner 1 (level 1) | Saturday | 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24 12 p.m. | none |
Beginner 2 (level 2) | Saturday | 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24 12 p.m. | none |
Advanced Beginner 1 (level 3) | Saturday | 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24 12 p.m. | none |
Advanced Beginner 2 (level 4) | Saturday | 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24 1 p.m. | none |
Intermediate (level 5) | Saturday | 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24 1 p.m. | none |
Advanced (level 6) | Saturday | 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24 1 p.m. | none |
Infant and Toddler | Monday | none | 4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22 - 4 p.m. |
Preschool 1 | Monday | none | 4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22 - 4 p.m. |
Beginner 1 (level 1) | Monday | none | 4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22 - 5 p.m. |
Beginner 2 (level 2) | Monday | none | 4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22 - 5 p.m. |
Advanced Beginner 1 (level 3) | Monday | none | 4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22 - 5 p.m. |
Beginner 1 (level 1) | Wednesday | none | 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24 - 4 p.m. |
Beginner 2 (level 2) | Wednesday | none | 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24 - 4 p.m. |
Advanced Beginner 1 (level 3) | Wednesday | none | 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24 - 4 p.m. |
Advanced Beginner 2 (level 4) |
Wednesday | none | 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24 - 5 p.m. |
Intermediate (level 5) | Wednesday | none | 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24 - 5 p.m. |
Advanced (level 6) | Wednesday | none | 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24 - 5 p.m. |
Introducing "Baby's First Splash" - Perfect for little ones aged 6-24 months!
Join us for a delightful 30-minute class, where one adult and one child can embark on an exciting water adventure. We'll focus on introducing your precious little one to the water, teaching essential water safety, and, most importantly, having loads of fun together!
Our water comfortability class is specially crafted to ensure your child's first encounters with water are enjoyable and educational. They'll learn basic positioning and become familiar with the water, setting the stage for future water-based learning success. Give your child the gift of a positive water experience right from the start!
This class is designed for preschool-aged kids of all skill levels
Dive into "Introduction to Water Skills" - Ideal for kids aged 2-5 years!
Give your little one the perfect chance to take their first solo splash! With our skilled instructors supervising, your child will build the essential skills to become a confident swimmer.
This class is tailored to concentrate on early developmental skills, such as floating, entering and exiting the water safely, submerging below the water's surface, and more. It's the first step towards a lifetime of aquatic enjoyment!
Fundamental Water Skills - Age 4-6 years old
Re-enforce foundational skills and safety while introducing first concepts and strokes. participants will practice with assistance. Participants will be introduced to front crawl, backstroke, and breaststroke.
Stroke Development - Age 5-7 years old
Swimmers will spend time refining front crawl, backstroke, and breaststroke as well as being introduced to advanced swim skills like treading, diving, and flip turns.
Stroke Improvement
Intermediate swimmers will have time to perfect their swim strokes and be exposed to swim etiquette for recreational swimming. They will be exposed to advanced drills and techniques needed to become proficient swimmers.
Not sure what class is best for you or your simmer? Take this swim level quiz for a recommendaton
Please email Sarah Zeman for any questions.
We are now accepting requests for Private Lessons for Spring semester 2024.
If interested, please fill out the Private Swim Lesson Request Form
Private lessons include eight 45-minute private lessons that expire six months after purchase. Our private lesson instructors are certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors that will work closely with you and the swimmer to ensure high quality swim instruction. Private lessons are available for all swimmers over the age of 3 years old – including adults!
Once the form is complete, the aquatics staff will review the form and contact you within 10 business days to match you with an instructor.*
Please email Sarah.zeman@uc.edu with any additional questions regarding swim lessons
*Private lessons are subject to instructor availability