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Gillette Swim Lessons
Lesson Registration Information
Swim lessons are offered year round at various times.
Cost is $40 per child, per session. Please view the Recreational Brochure for details.
Patrons may register online only the first day of lesson registration beginning at 7 a.m. Registration is first come, first serve basis and there is no guarantee that a spot will be available. In person and online registration will continue the following day beginning at 7 a.m.
For online registration you will need to contact the Recreation Center at (307) 682-8527 to get a username and password at least one hour prior to online registration beginning.
If a child is signed up in the wrong class and there is not a correct spot available in the correct class, they may not be able to participate in lessons. Refunds will be available if you are unable to register for the correct class.
All spectators are asked to remain in designated spectator areas during the swim lessons.
If your child has not been in a lesson with the Red Cross material or has never participated in swimming lessons through the Recreation Center, they must have a swim test. The Campbell County Pool offers a free swimming evaluation for any child wishing to participate in swim lessons. Please call (307) 682-8527 and speak to Michaela or Kay to schedule a swim test.
Swim Lesson Schedule
Session 1: Registration- online only September 9
Online and in person registration September 10-15
Session Dates: September 16 - October 17
Session 2: Registration- online only October 21
Online and in person registration October 22-27
Session Dates: October 28 - December 3 ( No lessons November 27 & 28)
Tuesday/Thursday Morning Lessons | |
9:00 - 9:30 a.m. | Aqua Baby* |
9:35 - 10:05 a.m. | Aqua Tot* |
10:10 - 10:40 a.m. | Aqua Toddlers** |
10:45 - 11:15 a.m. | Guppies |
11:20 - 11:50 a.m. | Polliwogs |
11:55 - 12:25 a.m. | Tadpoles |
Monday/Wednesday Evening Lessons | Tuesday/Thursday Evening Lessons | ||
4:15 - 4:45 p.m. | Tadpoles Level 3 | 4:15 - 4:45 p.m. | Polliwogs Level 2 |
4:50 - 5:20 p.m. | Guppies Level 2 | 4:50 - 5:20 p.m. | Aqua Tot* Guppies |
5:25 - 5:55 p.m. | Aqua Baby* Level 4/5 | 5:25 - 5:55 p.m. | Aqua Toddler** Level 1 |
*Parents must accompany child in the water*
**Teachers may ask parents to accompany child in water**
Read more about Red Cross Swimming Lessons!
Special Events
Special No School Swim Days
Time: 1 - 4 p.m.
Dates:
- September 2
- October 17
Time: 1 - 5 p.m.
Dates:
- October 18
Special Early Release Swim Days
Time: 1:30 - 4 p.m.
Dates:
- September 25
- October 16
Milk Splash Friday's
Enjoy a carton of milk and a special snack after family swim. Family swim is designated time for parents and their children (ages 6 and under) to socialize with other families and enjoy the water together. Parents must accompany their children in the water.
Dates:
- September 13 & 27
- October 11 & 25
Time: 10 a.m. - noon
Family Swim
This swim is designated for their parents and children (ages 6 and under) to enjoy the zero depth area together and to socialize. Parents must be with their children in the water.
Days: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
Time: 10 a.m. - noon
Gillette Private Swim Lessons
If you are interested in private lessons for yourself or your child, please call 682-8527 and speak with Michaela or Kay. Pool Staff will arrange a time that is convenient for both the student and the instructor. All lessons must be paid in advance.
Fee: $25.00 per one-half hour, per person
Ages: 5 years of age and older
Wright Swim Lessons
Wright Recreation Center swim lessons are not currently being offered. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Special Open Pool Hours: 1 - 4 p.m.
- September 2
- December 23 - January 2, 2020
Tot Splash
Come enjoy the zero depth area of our pool with your little one. This dedicated pool time is for children 6 years old and younger with their parents. This is a perfect opportunity to socialize with other families while having fun in the water. Parents must accompany their children in the water and stay in the zero-depth area.
Dates: August 23 - December 20
Day: Friday
Time: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Fee: No charge for patrons with passes or $3 drop in fee for both