Learn to Swim
The Learn to Swim Program provides individuals with a solid foundation of water safety knowledge and skills. We feature a variety of knowledgeable and responsible instructors who create the fun and excitement of our swim lessons.
2007-2008 Schedule |
|
| Fall I | Fall II |
| Spring I | Spring II |
| Summer I & II | Summer III |
| Summer I classes will be in session on May 19-22 and 27-29. Summer II classes will be in session on June 2-5 and 9-11. Summer III classes will be in session from June 16-August 10. |
|
2008-2009 Schedule |
|
| Fall I | Fall II |
| Spring I | Spring II |
| Summer I & II | Summer III |
| Summer I classes will be in session on May 18-21 and 26-28. Summer II classes will be in session on June 1-4 and 8-10. Summer III classes will be in session from June 15-August 9. |
|
Class Descriptions
View complete listing of all class descriptions, including prerequisites.
Registration
Find out how to register for Learn to Swim here. If you would like to request a Learn to Swim brochure, contact the LTS Program at (612) 625-3794 or lts@umn.edu.
Private Lessons
Private lessons are available and scheduled individually with the instructor to meet both of your schedule needs. They can be held on either the Minneapolis or St. Paul campus and are generally 30 minutes long. Semi-private lessons (two participants with one instructor) are also available. Private and semi-private lessons can be purchased in advance by contacting the Learn to Swim office.
Pools
The Learn to Swim program utilizes state of the art swimming facilities on the University of Minnesota Campus.
Minneapolis
• Cooke 10: Warm, shallow water (3.5’ -7’) pool with ramp accessibility [map]
• Cooke 15: Cool, deep water (12’) pool [map]
• Natatorium: Cool, deep water (7’) competition pool [map]
• Diving Well: Warm, deep water (12’ – 18’) pool with 1 meter and 3 meter springboards and platforms [map]
St. Paul
• St. Paul Gym Pool: Warm, shallow water (3.5’ – 5’) pool with ramp accessibility [map]
Instructors
Our instructors are University of Minnesota students. All Learn to Swim instructors receive continual training following American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor guidelines and are certified in First-Aid, CPR and AED.
Fee Structure
|
Group Swimming/Diving Classes |
|
|
University Rate* |
$45 per participant |
|
Community Rate |
$50 per participant |
|
Competitive |
|
|
University Rate* |
$60 per participant |
|
Community Rate |
$65 per participant |
|
Private |
|
|
Three 30-minute lessons |
$45 |
|
Semi-Private |
|
|
Three 30-minute lessons |
$30 per participant |