Children's Swim Lesson Program
| Children's Swim Lesson Program |
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The Mt. Hood Aquatic Center uses the American Red Cross Learn–to–Swim progression. All instructors are certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors and Lifeguards.
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| Link to Children's Swim Lessons Descriptions And Requirements |
| Cost |
| $47 – $50 per session, per child. |
| Registration |
Mt. Hood Aquatic Center is able to accept telephone, online and mail-in registration. Please see Registration Information link on the left sidebar of this page.
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| Refund and Credit Policy |
| Refunds or transfer will be given only to requests made three or more working days prior to the first class period. You must present your receipt to be eligible for a refund. After the lesson session has started only one-half credit towards your next lesson purchase will be granted. |
| Waiting List & Class Cancellation Policies |
| To provide better service, waiting lists are available for all children's programs that have reached capacity. This list is used primarily as a courtesy for cancellations in existing classes. Adding classes in addition to those scheduled depends both on pool availability and on instructor availability. Please note that classes will be combined or cancelled if there are fewer than three children enrolled. |
Swimming Lesson Policies
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- For Preschool Levels 1 and 2, parents may observe classes only on the first and last day in the Learner pool. The spectator section is provided for your convenience.
- Parents are expected to promptly drop off and pick up their children.
- You may register for more than one class without waiting for your child to finish the current class. Please consult with Aquatic Staff for proper placement.
- No child 6 years of age or older shall accompany a parent into the opposite sex locker room.
Please note that classes may be combined or cancelled if there are fewer than three children enrolled.
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| Alternative Changing Areas |
| Mt. Hood Aquatics Center offers two different alternative changing areas for families who need more options. The Hydro pool area has a shower and is accessible from the pool deck near the men's locker room entrance. |
| Private Swim Lessons |
| Mt. Hood Aquatic Center offers private swim lessons. This program is intended to provide a service to individuals who may have needs beyond the scope of group swim lessons. These may include desiring a one-on-one environment, wanting to work on a specific set of skills, or having special needs that limit the student's ability to participate in a group. Lessons are offered for all levels, non-swimmer through advanced competitive skills. Please inquire at the Front Desk for more information. |
| Children Age Group Categories |
Infant / Toddler:
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Merbabes, a parent and child class, is available for children from 8 months through 3 years of age. Parent and Child class is available for children ages 30 months to 5 years.
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| Preschool Age (Preschool Aquatics): |
The child must be at least 3 years old to start preschool lessons and will continue in preschool programs until they have begun first grade. Instructor to student ratio is 1:6.
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School Age (Learn-to-Swim):
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| The child must be in first grade or older. Instructor to student ratio varies from 1:8 to 1:10 as a maximum. |
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Children's Lessons and Session Dates
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| Monday / WednesdayAfternoons and Evenings |
These lessons are two days a week for five weeks. Classes offered are designated by an X on the grids below.
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Fall Session 1
Oct. 1 – 31
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Winter Session 1
Jan. 7 – Feb. 6
No class Jan. 21
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Spring Session 1
April 1 – May 1
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Fall Session 2
Nov. 5 – Dec. 5
No class Nov. 12, 21
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Winter Session 2
Feb. 11 – March 13 |
Spring Session 2
May 6 – June 5
No class May 27
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Children's Lessons - Monday / Wednesday Afternoon & Evenings
2 Days a Week for 5 Weeks
(Merbabes and afternoon Parent/Child classes are once a week for 10 weeks)
Preschool
Afternoon M/W
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CLASS
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3-3:30
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3:30-4
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4-4:30
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4:30-5
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5-5:30
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P-1
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X
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P-2
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X
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X
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P-3
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X
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X
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P-4
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X
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P-5
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Merbabes
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X(M or W)
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Parent/Child
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X(M)
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School Age
Afternoon M/W
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CLASS
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4:05-4:45
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4:50-5:30
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S-1
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X
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S-2
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X
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S-3
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X
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S-4
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X
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S-5
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X
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S-6
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X
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Preschool & School Age
Evenings M/W
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CLASS
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6:30 - 7:00
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7 - 7:30
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7:30 - 8:10
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P-1
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X
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P-2
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X
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X
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P-3
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X
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P-4
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X
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P-5, 6
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X(8 pm)
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S-2.5
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X
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S-3.5
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X
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Children's Lessons - Tuesday / Thursday Afternoon & Evenings
2 Days a Week for 5 Weeks
| Tuesday / ThursdayAfternoons and Evenings |
These lessons are two days a week for five weeks. Classes offered are designated by an X on the grids below.
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Fall Session 1
Oct. 2 – Nov. 1
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Winter Session 1
Jan. 8 – Feb. 7 |
Spring Session 1
April 2 – May 2
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Fall Session 2
Nov. 6 – Dec. 6
No class Nov. 22
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Winter Session 2
Feb. 12 – March 14
No class Feb. 28 |
Spring Session 2
May 7 – June 6
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(Merbabes and afternoon Parent/Child classes are once a week for 10 weeks)
Preschool
T/Th
Afternoons |
CLASS
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2:55 - 3:25
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3:30 - 4
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4-4:30
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4:30-5
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5 - 5:30
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P-1
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X
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X
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P-2
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X
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X
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X
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P-3
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X
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P-4
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X
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P-5
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X
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Parent/Child
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X(T)
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School Age
Afternoon & Evening T/Th |
CLASS
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4:05-4:45
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4:50-5:30
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S-2
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X
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X
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S-2.5
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X
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X
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S-3
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X
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S-3.5
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X
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Preschool
Evening T/Th |
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6:30 - 7
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7 - 7:30
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7:30 - 8:10
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P-1
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X
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P-2
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X
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P-3
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X
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S-2
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X
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S-3
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X
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Parent/Child
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X
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Merbabes
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X(T 8)
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Children's Lessons - Saturday Mornings
This Session is Once a Week for 10 Weeks
| Saturday Mornings |
These classes are once a week for 10 weeks and are offered in one session. Classes offered are designated by an X on the grids.
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Fall Session
Sept. 29– Dec. 8
No class Nov. 24
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Winter Session
Jan. 5 – March 16
No class Feb. 9, 16 or
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Spring Session
April 6 – June 8
No class May 25
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Level 6
FALL: Fitness Swimmer
WINTER: Personal Water Safety
SPRING: Fitness Swimmer |
Preschool Age
Saturday Morn ing |
CLASS
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8:55 - 9:25
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9:30 - 10:00
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10:05 - 10:35
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10:40 - 11:10
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11:15 - 11:45
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P-1
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X
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X
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P-2
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X
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X
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X
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P-3
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X
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X
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P-4
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X
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Merbabes
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X(8-18 mos.)
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X(18-36 mos.)
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| School Age |
CLASS
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9:05 - 9:45
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9:50 - 10:30
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10:35 - 11:15
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11:20 - Noon
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S-1
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X
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S-2
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X
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X
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S-2.5
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X
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X
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S-3
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X
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X
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S-3.5
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X
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S-4
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X
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S-5
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X
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S-6
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X
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For more information call 491-7243 or stop by the pool for the complete schedule.