Aquatics

It’s never too early for your child to become a better swimmer and build confidence in the water! These specially designed lessons are available to the children, grandchildren and dependents of SRC members during the summer. We offer classes for all ability levels, and all lessons are taught utilizing American Red Cross guidelines and teaching techniques. Participants must have a valid SRC summer membership in order to register for swim lessons.

• Conveniently located at the SRC Rec Pool
• Five 40-minute sessions
• Cost: $25 per session
• Register at the SRC Front Desk

Summer 2024

Session 1
Saturdays, June 1 – 29

Session 2
Saturdays, July 13 – Aug. 10

Register during SRC operating hours beginning Monday, May 20 until Friday, June 30 at Noon.

Any non-member who wants to sit on the deck and watch must purchase spectator passes at the front desk for $1.

Please be advised that parents will be required to bring the following items on the first day of lessons:

• Swim lesson card from prior SRC swim lesson (if applicable)
• Child’s birth certificate to be presented at the front desk. (This is mandatory unless you have previously presented these documents at the SRC and a profile has already been made for your child.)

Please arrive at least 15 to 30 minutes prior to the lesson in order to give sufficient time for sign-ins.

*Parents & Me requires at least one parent per child to be in the water. Non-members who want to get in the water must purchase a guest pass for $10.

Parents can request a FREE swim diaper from any lifeguard. Swim diapers are required for the following levels:

• Parent & Me
• Tiny Tots
• Level 1
• Level 2 (optional)

For any questions, please contact Ryan Hairapetian at 818-677-5804 or via email.

Children’s Swim Lesson Prerequisites 

Parent & Me: (Ages 6 months to 3 years) Little to no experience in the water. Parent required.
Tiny Tots: (Ages 3 to 4) Little to no experience in the water. Can begin to perform basic water movement, including kicking and gliding.
Level 1: (Ages 5+) Little to no experience in the water. Can begin to perform basic water movement, including gliding, kicking, arm movement and floating on front and back
Level 2: (Ages 5+) Some experience in the water. Can push off wall and kick. Comfortable placing face in water and floating on front or back with assistance.
Level 3: (Ages 5+) Can push off wall and perform the front crawl and backstroke for 10 feet without assistance.
Level 4: (Ages 5+) Ability to swim 25 yards front crawl and backstroke, 25 yards of butterfly and breaststroke; can tread water for up to 30 seconds.

The Lap Swim and Stay Fit Workout Program is a fun and healthy balance between fitness and instruction. We offer a variety of aquatic workouts to meet individual needs and goals. This program allows you to swim your way into shape on your own time.

• Location: Rec Pool and Plaza Pool
• No registration needed

See an SRC aquatics staff member to learn how to make your next workout a splash at the pool. 

Sharpen your swimming skills with Adult Swim Lessons at the Student Recreation Center of the University Student Union. Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or just want to perfect your stroke, this is a fun, affordable and effective way to improve your overall fitness while developing your swimming abilities.

Beginner Lessons

Beginner swim lessons are for adults with little or no comfort in the water. Participants will learn how to perform basic water safety skills, hold their breath and perform simple strokes in the pool.

• Mondays and Wednesdays: 9 – 9:45 a.m., 10 – 10:45 a.m., 5 – 5:45 p.m. or 6 – 6:45 p.m.
• Location: SRC Rec Pool
• Two classes each week for four weeks
• Cost: $30 for students, $45 for non-students
• Register at the SRC front desk or online via the SRC Portal

Intermediate Lessons

Intermediate Swim Lessons are for adults who have completed Adult Beginner Swim Lessons or have equivalent skills. Participants will continue stroke development (freestyle, backstroke and breaststroke) and improve their water fitness.

• Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9 – 9:45 a.m., 10 – 10:45 a.m., 5 – 5:45 p.m. or 6 – 6:45 p.m.
• Location: SRC Rec Pool
• Two classes each week for four weeks
• Cost: $30 for students, $45 for non-students
• Register at the SRC front desk or online via the SRC Portal

The purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatics emergencies. Participants will learn how to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel are able to take over.

• Register online via the SRC Portal

Registration closes one week prior to first class session.
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Mandatory requirements: 

• Clothing: Participants will need a bathing suit for all six meetings.

All Lifeguard Certification participants will need to demonstrate these prerequisites:

Prerequisite 1

1. Swim 150 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both.
   • Swimming on the back or side is not permitted.
   • Swim goggles are allowed.
2. Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs.
3. Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both.

Prerequisite 2

1. Starting in the water, swim 20 yards.
   • The face may be in or out of the water.
   • Swim goggles are not allowed.
2. Surface dive (feet-first or head-first) to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.
3. Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping the face at or near the surface.
4. Exit the water without using a ladder or steps

If participants fail to demonstrate these prerequisites, they will receive a refund for the full amount. 

Certification Requirements:

• Attend all six class sessions
• Receive an 80% or better on the written test in all sections (CPR/AED/First Aid/Lifeguarding)
• Successfully demonstrate all skills and rescues in the water

For any questions, contact Ryan Hairapetian at 818-677-5804.