Youth Swim Lessons
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.
All classes are Mondays-Thursdays for two weeks. Fridays are make-up days for the week only. June and July Sessions are Saturdays only.
Level 1: Beginner
Session 1 June 1 – 12 9:40-10:15AM $56/$66 15
Session 2 June 1 – 12 10:20-10:55AM $56/$66 12
*Session 3 June 3-24 6-6:35 PM $28/$38 15
*Session 4 June 3-24 6:40-7:15 PM $28/$38 15
Session 5 June 15- 26 9:40-10:15AM $56/$66 15
Session 6 June 15-26 10:20-10:55AM $56/$66 12
Session 7 July 6-17 9:40-10:15AM $56/$66 15
Session 8 July 6-17 10:20-10:55AM $56/$66 12
*Session 9 July 8-29 6-6:35 PM $28/$38 15
*Session 10 July 8-29 6:40-7:15 PM $28/$38 15
Session 11 Jul 20 -31 9:40-10:15AM $56/$66 15
Session 12 Jul 20-31 10:20-10:55AM $56/$66 12
*Wednesday class only.
Level 2: Stroke Preparation
Session 13 June 1 – 12 9:40-10:15AM $56/$66 15
Session 14 June 1 – 12 10:20-10:55AM $56/$66 12
*Session 15 June 3-24 6-6:35 PM $28/$38 15
*Session 16 June 3-24 6:40-7:15 PM $28/$38 15
Session 17 June 15- 26 9:40-10:15AM $56/$66 15
Session 18 June 15- 26 10:20-10:55AM $56/$66 12
Session 19 July 6-17 9:40-10:15AM $56/$66 15
Session 20 July 6-17 10:20-10:55AM $56/$66 12
*Session 21 July 8-29 6-6:35 PM $28/$38 15
*Session 22 July 8-29 6:40-7:15 PM $28/$38 15
Session 23 Jul 20 -31 9:40-10:15AM $56/$66 15
Session 24 Jul 20 -31 10:20-10:55AM $56/$66 12
*Wednesday class only.
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.
Level 3: Stroke Readiness
Session 25 June 1 – 12 9:40-10:15AM $56/$66 15
Session 26 June 1 – 12 10:20-10:55AM $56/$66 12
*Session 27 June 3-24 6-6:35 PM $28/$38 15
*Session 28 June 3-24 6:40-7:15 PM $28/$38 15
Session 29 June 15- 26 9:40-10:15AM $56/$66 15
Session 30 June 15- 26 10:20-10:55AM $56/$66 12
Session 31 July 6-17 9:40-10:15AM $56/$66 15
Session 32 July 6-17 10:20-10:55AM $56/$66 12
*Session 33 July 8-29 6-6:35 PM $28/$38 15
*Session 34 July 8-29 6:40-7:15 PM $28/$38 15
Session 35 Jul 20 -31 9:40-10:15AM $56/$66 15
Session 36 Jul 20 -31 10:20-10:55AM $56/$66 12
*Wednesday Class Only
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.
Level 4: Stroke Development
Session 37 June 1 – 12 9:40-10:15AM $56/$66 5
*Session 38 June 3 -24 6:40-7:15 PM $28/$38 5
Session 39 June 15-26 9:40-10:15AM $56/$66 5
Session 40 July 6-17 9:40-10:15AM $56/$66 5
*Session 41 July 8-29 6:40-7:15 PM $28/$38 5
Session 42 Jul 20-31 9:40-10:15AM $56/$66 5
*Wednesday Class Only
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.
Water Baby Lessons
*Session 44 June 6-27 10:20-10:55AM $28/$38 12
*Session 45 June 6-27 11-11:35AM $28/$38 12
Session 46 June 15-26 10:20-10:55AM $56/$66 12
Session 47 July 6-17 10:20-10:55AM $56/$66 12
*Session 48 July 11- Aug 1 10:20-10:55AM $28/$38 12
*Session 49 July 11- Aug 1 11-11:35AM $28/$38 12
Session 50 Jul 20-31 10:20-10:55AM $56/$66 12
Program Objective: 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 or guardian.
Aqua Toddler Swim Lessons
*Session 52 June 6-27 10:20-10:55AM $28/$38 12
*Session 53 June 6-27 11-11:35AM $28/$38 12
Session 54 June 15-26 10:20-10:55AM $56/$66 12
Session 55 July 6-17 10:20-10:55AM $56/$66 12
*Session 56 July 11- Aug 1 10:20-10:55AM $28/$38 12
*Session 57 July 11- Aug 1 11-11:35AM $28/$38 12
Session 58 Jul 20-31 10:20-10:55AM $56/$66 12
Program Objective: This program is for children ages 3-5 years old, who have had water experiences, and is an introduction to beginning swimming. Parent or guardian must accompany child in pool.
Ages: 3-5 Location: Washington Park Pool Min/Max: 6/12
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 swim lessons, If we are forced to cancel due to the weather, the next corresponding Friday will be the makeup day if possible.
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.
WATER JETS SWIM TEAM
Returning Swimmers: March 16-22
NEW Residents: March 23-29
NEW Non-Residents March 30
EACH ADDITIONAL SWIMMER IS $130/$140 All age divisions are based on child’s age as of June 1st, 2025
Division Fee-R/NR
Pre-Team $80/$90
U8 Girls $150/$160
9-10 Girls $150/$160
11-12 Girls $150/$160
13-14 Girls $150/$160
15-18 Girls $150/$160
Division Fee-R/NR
Pre-Team $80/$90
U8 Boys $150/$160
9-10 Boys $150/$160
11-12 Boys $150/$160
13-14 Boys $150/$160
15-18 Boys $150/$160
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.
PLEASE NOTE THESE CLASSES WILL ONLY RUN ONE DAY (MON OR WED) PER WEEK
Days/Dates: Mon OR Wed: April 28-May 21
Location: Five Points Washington Pool
For more information, see Washington Water Jets on Facebook or online at www.washingtonwaterjets.com
|
Age |
Days |
Dates |
Time |
Fee-R/NR |
Max |
|
8 & under |
Mon |
April 27-May 18 |
5:00-5:45PM |
$30/$35 |
28 |
|
9-10 |
Mon |
April 27-May 18 |
5:50-6:35PM |
$30/$35 |
28 |
|
11-14 |
Mon |
April 27-May 18 |
6:40-7:25PM |
$30/$35 |
28 |
|
8 & under |
Wed |
April 29-May 20 |
5:00-5:45PM |
$30/$35 |
28 |
|
9-10 |
Wed |
April 29-May 20 |
5:50-6:35PM |
$30/$35 |
28 |
|
11-14 |
Wed |
April 29-May 20 |
6:40-7:25PM |
$30/$35 |
28 |