Let the Leisure Services Department waterproof your kids this fall. Swimming lessons are offered on Sunday afternoons at the Hempstead High School swimming pool located at 3715 Pennsylvania Avenue.
Fall swimming lessons will be held on Sunday afternoons from September 18th through November 6th.
For ages 1-3 with a parent, we will be offering Aquatots from 12:45-1:15 p.m. Aquatots is a class that both parents and children can share in the water experience. Children will be encouraged to explore, experience and enjoy the water. Parents will learn how to teach their child basic swimming skills while promoting a safe water environment. A swim diaper is required for children who are not potty-trained. Cost is $23 if resident, $26 if non-resident.
For ages 6 on up, we will be offering Beginner I, Beginner II, Advanced Beginner I, Advanced Beginner II, Intermediate and Swimmer at 1:30 p.m., 2:10 p.m. or 2:50 p.m. Cost is $18 if resident, $21 if non-resident.
The Leisure Services Department also offers an Adapted Aquatics program for mentally and physically disabled individuals. One-on-one instruction arranged through our department with pool personnel or integration into scheduled swim lessons with an instructor aide for individualized attention as needed.
If you have any questions, please contact the Leisure Services Department at 563-589-4263 or email us at parkrec@cityofdubuque.org.