Group Swimming Lessons
The Dallas Aquatic Center offers swimming lessons for swimmers of all ages and abilities. Our goal is to allow swimmers of all ages to explore the water in a safe, comfortable setting while learning new swimming skills and becoming confident in the water. All lessons offered include a certified lifeguard on deck at all times.
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Session Length
| Type |
Length |
| Standard Lessons |
30 minutes 2x a week for 9 lessons |
| Saturday Lessons |
30 minutes 1x a week for 9 lessons |
| Parent-Tot |
30 minutes 1x a week for 4 lessons |
Prices for Group Lessons
| Member |
Standard/Sat. Lessons |
Parent-Tot |
| DAC Member |
$54 |
$27 |
| Non-Member |
$60 |
$30 |
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Preschool Classes
Ages: 3 - 5 years old
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Regular Level Classes
Ages: 6 years old and older
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| Preschool 1:
Minimum 3/ Maximum 4 swimmers in each class
Introduction to swimming for beginners. Independence from the parents is reinforced. Basic water safety skills are stressed.
Preschool 2:
Minimum 3/ Maximum 4 swimmers in each class
Students become more confident in the water. Back/ Front floats are accomplished independently to ensure safety when in the water.
Preschool 3:
Minimum 3/ Maximum 5 swimmer sin each class
Utilizing arm and leg motions, students will begin applying distance to their swimming. |
Level 1:
Minimum 3/ Maximum 6 swimmers in each class
Water exploration for beginners. Swimmers learn floats, glides, bobs and getting comfortable in the water.
Level 2:
Minimum 3/ Maximum 6 swimmers in each class
Swimmers begin developing stroke mechanics and apply distance to their swimming. Front crawl and side breathing skills are emerging.
Level 3:
Minimum 3/ Maximum 6 swimmers in each class
Students learn to breathe on both sides during the front crawl and enhance their mechanics in backstroke. Diving and dolphin kicks are introduced. |
Level 4:
Minimum 3/Maximum 8 swimmers in a class
Students enhance their swimming endurance as well as learn butterfly, breaststroke, and other diving techniques.
Level 5:
Minimum 3/ Maximum 8 swimmers in a class
Swimmers swim 100 yards of front crawl and backstroke as well as apply their other strokes in a 100 I.M. |
Private & Semi-Private Swimming Lessons
Private lessons are offered to swimmers who need individual work with their strokes and water skills. We challenge each swimmer with skills based on their personal goals and what is needed to attain those goals.
Water Aerobics
Want an alternative to a regular workout? Looking for a new and refreshing way to get in shape? Tired of sore muscles and aching joints? Water exercise may be the answer!
Water Aerobics classes are intended for adults age 18 and older.
Lifeguard Classes
Lifeguard, CPR/AED/First Aid Certification Course: December 22-24, 2024
Sunday, December 22nd from 8:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Monday, December 23rd from 8:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tuesday, December 24th from 8:00 pm - 12:00 pm
To participate in the American Red Cross Lifeguard course you much first pass the prerequisites.
An individual may come in to practice these skills anytime we are open and may use the lap lane.
If an individual thinks they can pass the prerequisites, they need to have either Gretchen or Kiley supervise and observe them do the skills. If they pass the skills, the individual will be able to register for the course and will be sent a link for the online video portion.
*Prerequisite skills must be completed and passed before the first day of the class.
There is no registration for prerequisites at this time. Please call ahead to schedule a time to come in and complete all prerequisites.
| Prerequisite Skills |
Swim-Tread Sequence:
Swim goggles are allowed. Jump into the water, submerge, resurface and swim 150 yards(6 pool lengths) using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Once you have swam 150 yards, immediately begin treading water at the surface using only your legs for 2 minutes. Once 2 minutes is up, immediately swim 50 yards(2 pool lengths) using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. The swim is not timed, but this sequence must be completed without stopping or taking breaks.
Timed brick retrieval:
For this skill, no goggles, nose clips or ear plugs are allowed. Starting at the shallow end, swim to the deep end and perform a surface dive to pick up a 10 pound brick from the bottom of the pool and bring it to the surface. Then, without touching the bottom, swim on your back to the shallow end while keeping both hands on the brick; the brick must be breaking the surface of the water and your face is out of the water as well. This task must be done within 1 minute and 40 seconds. |
Junior Lifeguards
Are you a responsible swimmer between the ages of 11 and 15? Consider becoming a Junior Lifeguard! Junior Guards volunteer at the Aquatic Center and learn basic skills and professional attitudes to help them become a lifeguard. There are minimum hour requirements, and mandatory attendance at a monthly training.
