Youth Swim Lessons (Signups begin April 4, 2022)
The Washington Park District swim lessons are divided into four different levels. Please sign your child up in the level you feel best fits them. At the start of each session children will be tested and placed in the appropriate level if needed. Weekday lessons consist of eight class periods. For all aquatic lessons, if we are forced to cancel due to the weather, the next corresponding day will be the makeup day if possible.
The Washington Park District swim lessons are divided into four different levels. At the start of each session, children will be tested to make sure they are in the appropriate level based on their swimming ability. When registering, please refer to the below descriptions to register your child for what you feel works best for their current abilities.
Level 1: Beginner
Swimmers must be comfortable in the water without a parent. An instructor will assist swimmers to build confidence in the water.
Swimmers must be able to fully submerge their head underwater independently, and perform front and back floats with assistance. An instructor will encourage swimmers to do tasks independently in order to progress to the next level.
Swimmers but be able to perform all tasks independently such as floats, glides, and front crawl/back crawl (5 yds). An instructor will teach swimmers basic swim strokes, diving, and improve endurance in the water.
Swimmers must be able to perform all the tasks such as front crawl/back crawl (15 yds), tread water (1 min), basic diving, and display the basics of other strokes. An instructor will improve the swimmer's technique and endurance in preparation for lifelong swimmers or swim teams.
Level 1 – 3-2010-22-A M,W,F June 6-June 22 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 15
Level 2 – 3-2010-22-B M,W,F June 6-June 22 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 20
Level 3 – 3-2010-22-C M,W,F June 6-June 22 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 10
Level 4 – 3-2010-22-D M,W,F June 6-June 22 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 5
Level/Code Days Dates Times Fee-R/NR Max
Level 1 – 3-2010-22-E T, Th June 7-June 30 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 12
Level 2 – 3-2010-22-F T, Th June 7-June 30 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 15
Level 3 – 3-2010-22-G T, Th June 7-June 30 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 8
Level 4 – 3-2010-22-H T, Th June 7-June 30 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 5
Level 1 – 3-2010-22-I T, Th June 7-June 30 10:20-10:55AM $44/$53 10
Level 2 – 3-2010-22-J T, Th June 7-June 30 10:20-10:55AM $44/$53 15
Level 3 – 3-2010-22-K T, Th June 7-June 30 10:20-10:55AM $44/$53 10
Level/Code Days Dates Times Fee-R/NR Max
Level 1 – 3-2010-22-L M,W,F June 27-July 15 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 15
Level 2 – 3-2010-22-M M,W,F June 27-July 15 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 20
Level 3 – 3-2010-22-N M,W,F June 27-July 15 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 10
Level 4 – 3-2010-22-O M,W,F June 27-July 15 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 5
No class July 4
Level 1 – 3-2010-22-P T, Th July 12-Aug 4 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 12
Level 2 – 3-2010-22-Q T, Th July 12-Aug 4 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 15
Level 3 – 3-2010-22-R T, Th July 12-Aug 4 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 8
Level 4 – 3-2010-22-S T, Th July 12-Aug 4 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 5
Level 1 – 3-2010-22-T T, Th July 12-Aug 4 10:20-10:55AM $44/$53 10
Level 2 – 3-2010-22-U T, Th July 12-Aug 4 10:20-10:55AM $44/$53 15
Level 3 – 3-2010-22-V T, Th July 12-Aug 4 10:20-10:55AM $44/$53 10
Level 1 – 3-2010-22-W M,W,F July 18-Aug 3 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 15
Level 2 – 3-2010-22-X M,W,F July 18-Aug 3 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 20
Level 3 – 3-2010-22-Y M,W,F July 18-Aug 3 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 10
Level 4 – 3-2010-22-Z M,W,F July 18-Aug 3 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 5
Level 1 – 3-2011-22-A Sat June 11-Aug 6 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 12
Level 2 – 3-2011-22-B Sat June 11-Aug 6 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 15
Level 3 – 3-2011-22-C Sat June 11-Aug 6 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 8
Level 4 – 3-2011-22-D Sat June 11-Aug 6 9:40-10:15AM $44/$53 5
Level 1 – 3-2011-22-E Sat June 11-Aug 6 10:20-10:55AM $44/$53 12
Level 2 – 3-2011-22-F Sat June 11-Aug 6 10:20-10:55AM $44/$53 15
Level 3 – 3-2011-22-G Sat June 11-Aug 6 10:20-10:55AM $44/$53 8
Level 4 – 3-2011-22-H Sat June 11-Aug 6 10:20-10:55AM $44/$53 5
Program Objective: Provide youth with a positive, fun-filled opportunity to learn skills that can be enjoyed and improved on throughout their lifetime and provide them with the knowledge to reduce the number of water/aquatic accidents.
Swim Lesson Weather and Cancellation Policy: During a session when air temperature is cool or the weather condition is questionable, it is still possible that class will be held. On days when weather is questionable, you may call to hear a recorded message at (309) 444-9432. The Washington Park District staff does its best to make a clear, safe decision; however, the weather is out of our control.
For all aquatic lessons, if we are forced to cancel due to the weather, the next corresponding day will be the makeup day if possible.
Aqua Toddler Swim Lessons
Code Day Dates Time Fee-R/NR Max
3-2080-22-A T, Th June 7-June 30 9:45-10:15AM $32/$40 12
3-2080-22-B T, Th July 11-Aug 4 9:45-10:15AM $32/$40 12
3-2080-22-C Sat June 11-Aug 6 11:00-11:35AM $32/$40 12
Ages: 3-5 Location: Washington Park Pool Min/Max: 6/12
Water Baby Lessons
Provide a fun water experience for children ages 3 and under to get accustom to early water sensations. The child must be accompanied in the water by a parent/guardian.
3-2070-22-A T, Th June 7-June 30 10:20-10:50AM $30/$35 12
3-2070-22-B T, Th July 11-Aug 4 10:20-10:50AM $30/$35 12
3-2070-22-C Sat June 11-Aug 6 11:00-11:35AM $30/$35 12
Washington Water Jets Swim Team
Competitive swimming on the Washington Water Jets will offer an opportunity for children to develop their skills as a swimmer in a competitive atmosphere. Techniques will be improved in butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle strokes. This program is not intended to be a substitute for swim lessons. The ability to independently swim the length of the pool is required. Being part of a swim team fosters social development for the swimmer as well as the whole family. Signups are typically held in April/early May. Practices begin in early June and are typically held in the morning hours. Meets and invitationals are held on Tuesday/Thursday evenings and Saturdays. See our summer brochure for further information or check out the website.
https://www.teamunify.com/team/ilwwj/page/home
Water Jets Stroke Clinic
Join the Washington Water Jets in our pre-season stroke clinic. Stroke efficiency along with starts and turns will be worked on to make your child a better swimmer for our Washington Water Jets Summer Swim Team. This clinic is designed for participants that are interested in swimming on the summer team but is NOT a requirement.