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CLASS REGISTRATION
Improve your swimming skills with the American Red Cross programs offered by the City of Lancaster. From 6 months to adulthood, we provide swim courses and classes tailored to your needs.
In 2025, the City of Lancaster Aquatics Division achieved the Gold Level Learn-to-Swim Provider award from the Red Cross-National Provider Recognition Committee for their outstanding contributions to community aquatics. With over 1,500+ individuals benefiting from swimming lessons, this prestigious award highlights our commitment to excellence..
Winter & Spring Programs for 2026
To register, follow the instructions below:
- Read the course descriptions below or Class Placement
- Select your preferred session.
- Click "Enroll Now," under "Activities," search for "swim."
- Registration opens once a month at 8:00 a.m. for each class session
Session Registration Classes Fees Times A Tuesday, January 20 Group Lessons
Private Lessons$47 ($56 NR)
$160 ($181 NR)
$181 ($272 NR)Classes vary
4 - 30 min.
8 - 30 minB Monday, February 23 C Monday, March 23 D Monday, April 27
Program Schedule - January 26, 2026!
| M/W | T/Th | M-Th | Fri | Sat |
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A: 1/26-2/23 B: 3/2-3/25 C: 3/30-4/22 |
A: 1/27-2/19 B: 3/3-3/26 C: 3/31-4/23 |
D: 5/4-5/14 |
A: 1/30-2/20 B: 3/6-3/27 |
A: 1/31-2/21 B: 3/7-4/4 C: 4/11-5/2 |
Please note that the schedule of classes, days, and times may be modified. The pool is closed on Federal Holidays. We do not offer refunds once the session beings. Refunds are not provided for classes shortened due to inclement weather; there will be no make-ups or pro-rating.
LEVEL PLACEMENT
Click here to determine the appropriate level for you or your swimmer!
AQUA DUCKS
Our certified and friendly instructors deliver top-notch group swim lessons, covering water safety and basic swimming skills. As children progress, they move through the different levels, honing their abilities. Whether it's 8, 30-minute weekday sessions or 4, 45-minute weekend sessions, we ensure a quality learning experience for all. Class times vary based on the pool temperature and participant's ages.
| Classes | Age | Descriptions |
| Seal & Pups Parent Tot |
6mo-3yrs. | Participation from both child and parent. Learn skills including water entry, bubble blowing, kicking, underwater exploration and more. |
| Baby Coral Preschool |
4-5 yrs. | Introduction to independent pool safety and basic swimming skills. Bubble blowing, floating, and underwater exploration. |
| Starfish Level 1 |
6-14 yrs. | Learn the basics of swimming and water safety. Bubbles, floats, kicks, and underwater exploration. Beginner friendly! |
| Otters Level 2 |
6-14 yrs. |
Participants begin independent swimming with minimal instructor support. Front and back glides, independent recovery, and side breathing. |
| Squid Level 3 |
6-14 yrs. |
Master side breathing, increase endurance and learn new strokes! Learn the survival stroke, beginner breaststroke, and the foundations of dives! |
| Dolphin Level 4 |
6-14 yrs. |
Develop proper breaststroke technique and increase swimming distances. Learn sidestroke, treading water, and dolphin kick. |
| Sharks Level 5 |
6-14 yrs. |
Refine mastery and technique of all 6 swimming strokes. Continue to increase swimming fitness and learn proper turns and dives. |
| Aqua Adventures Level 6 | 6-17 yrs. |
Dive into fun and fitness with our Aqua Adventures! Intro to swim team, water polo, and junior lifeguarding! |
| Adult Swim | 15+ yrs. | Learn to swim class! Class is designed with "menu" options that focus on each individual's skill set. |
AQUA PALS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS
The City of Lancaster offers adaptive swim lessons for clients with disabilities. Water can be a great equalizer for our adaptive community. It is our mission to make sure that every person is water safe. Quality swim lessons save lives. A "pool buddy" must be provided by the caregiver; they can be a parent, ABA therapist or older sibling at least 18+ years or older. Ages requirements are listed below.
| Classes | Age | Descriptions |
| Sea Coral Preschool |
4-5yrs. | Introduction to independent pool safety and basic swimming skills. Bubble blowing, floating, and underwater exploration. A pool buddy (18+) is required to accompany the student in the water to provide 1:1 supervision. |
| Level 1 High-Functioning Sea Horse |
6+ yrs. | This class teaches water safety and fundamental skills, advancing swimming abilities at a pace without pool buddy support, focusing on one to two-step instructions. |
| Level 2 Moderate Sea Turtles |
6+ yrs. | This class emphasizes water safety and core swimming skills, tailored to each student’s individual pace. Participants may practice independently or with 1:1 support, encouraging gradual and confident progress. If the instructor recommends a pool buddy (18+), it is to support overall class safety and student success, and this requirement must be followed. |
| Level 3 Sea Lion Severe |
6+yrs. . |
This class helps students become more comfortable in the water and learn basic fundamental skills. A pool buddy (18+) is required to accompany the student in the water to provide 1:1 supervision. |
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
Personalized one-on-one instruction to help improve your skills and reach your goals! Open to ages 4+ years. Registration is first come, first serve.
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