Flora & Sutton Pools

OPENING DAY: MAY 28

Pool hours are the same at both Flora and Sutton Pools.

Pre-Season Pool Hours

TUESDAY, MAY 28 - FRIDAY, JUNE 7

Monday - Friday

• Adult Swim 7 - 9 a.m.

• Adult Swim & Water Playground 12 - 1 p.m.

• Open Swim 1 - 4:30 p.m.

• Adult Swim 5 - 6 p.m.

• Open Swim 8 - 8 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday

• Adult Swim & Water Playground 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

• Open Swim 1 - 4:30 p.m.

Regular Pool Hours

STARTING SATURDAY, JUNE 8

Monday - Friday

• Adult Swim 1 - 8:30 a.m.

• Adult Swim & Water Playground 12 - 1 p.m.

• Open Swim 1 - 4:30 p.m.

• See evening swim schedule for 5 - 8 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday

• Adult Swim & Water Playground 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

• Open Swim 1 - 4:30 p.m.

• Rentals/Special Events 5 - 7 p.m.

Evening Swim Schedule

In order to provide both evening swim lessons and evening open swim, the evening schedule at each pool will alternate every two weeks.

June 10 - 20

• Flora: Adult Swim 5 - 6 p.m. / Open Swim 6 - 8 p.m.

• Sutton: Evening Swim Lessons

June 24 - July 5

• Flora: Evening Swim Lessons

• Sutton: Adult Swim 5 - 6 p.m. / Open Swim 6 - 8 p.m. (No evening open swim on July 3 - 4)

July 8 - 18

• Flora: Adult Swim 5 - 6 p.m. / Open Swim 6 - 8 p.m.

• Sutton: Evening Swim Lessons

July 22 - August 1

• Flora: Evening Swim Lessons

• Sutton: Adult Swim 5 - 6 p.m. / Open Swim 6 - 8 p.m.

Daily Admission

Children 3 & Under FREE!

Youth (4 - 17) $3

Adults (18+) $5

Seniors (55+) $3

2024 Annual Swim Pass Fees

Children 3 & Under FREE!

Youth (4 - 17) $42/R, $50/NR

Adults (18+) $74/R, $89/NR

Seniors (55+) $53/R, $63/NR

Each individual must have their own swim pass with photo, regardless of age. They are available for purchase at the Leisure Services office located at 1157 Central Ave. You may also pre-pay online at www.cityofdubuque.org/pools, then visit the office to get your photo taken and receive your pass. Swim pass renewals may be purchased online. No visit to the office is required. The renewal is applied directly to the existing pass. Swim passes are not sold at the pools.

Swim passes may be purchased with Family Scholarship funds. Swim passes are half-price for low-income individuals who do not have scholarship funds available. For questions about swim passes, call the Leisure Services office at 563-589-4263.

Swim Lesson Options

Group Lessons

Per Two-Week Session, $32/R, $38/NR

Lessons are held in two-week sessions, Monday - Friday the first week and Monday - Thursday the second week. The second Friday will be used as a make-up day if there are two or more cancellations due to weather. Lessons are held rain or shine; however, if severe weather exists, there may be a need to cancel. Please contact the pool office or visit the Dubuque Leisure Facebook page for weather cancellations. No refunds are given due to weather.

Private Lessons - SWM5200

4 Lessons: $80/R, $96/NR

Private Lessons will be held Monday-Thursday each week, with Friday used as a make-up day if needed. Each session consists of four 30-minute lessons. Register online for your preferred session, then complete the private lesson form at www.cityofdubuque.org/swimlessons and return it to lessonsmanager@cityofdubuque.org

Adapted Lessons - SWM5300

$32/R, $38/NR

Adapted lessons are provided to individuals with physical and cognitive disabilities. Swimmers will be taught swimming and lifesaving skills based on their ability and goals. The schedule coincides with the group lessons schedule. If a guardian chooses, they may be in the water with the child and receive verbal instruction from the teacher. Register online and then complete the adapted lesson form at www.cityofdubuque.org/ swimlessons and return it to lessonsmanager@cityofdubuque.org

Swim Lessons Sections

Preschool Beginner

For swimmers ages 3-5 years old AND be supervised with a guardian age 14 and older who remains in the water. Children in this level will become comfortable to submerge head, jump into pool by self, and complete front and back glides, floats, and supporting arms.

Advanced Preschool Beginner

For swimmers ages 3-5 years old who are comfortable in the water with swim instructor and do not require additional assistance with guardian. This class will focus on bobbing, rhythmic breathing, front and back floats with kick, and jumping into deeper water with assistance.

Beginner I

It is not required that the child take Preschool Beginner class first; the level depends on the swimmer’s comfort in the water. Child must be at least 6 years of age. Primary skills are taught to include water exploration, front and back floats, rhythmic breathing, glides with kicks, and jumping into deep water with assistance.

Beginner II

Stroke Readiness: Swimmers will learn to front and back glide the length of the pool, and be introduced to beginner crawl, back crawl, and elementary back stroke.

Advanced Beginner I

Stroke Development: Students will be able to complete 25 yards of the front crawl, back crawl, and elementary backstrokes. Deep water exploration will be encouraged with deep water dives, swims, and treading water.

Advanced Beginner II

Stroke Refinement: Swimmers will demonstrate alternate rhythmic breathing, deep water bobs, and diving from board. Fifty yards of continuous swims will be performed for both front and back crawls, as well as 25 yards of breaststroke, sidestroke, and elementary backstroke.

Intermediate - Skill Proficiency

These advanced swimmers will perform each stroke continuously for 100 yards without breaks, using flip turns. Pike and tuck dives will be introduced, as well as basic water rescues and safety.

Swimmer - Advanced Skills

Students in this level are at the most advanced stage. During this session they will be expected to swim 200 yards front crawl, 100 back crawl, 50 side stroke, and become introduced to the Butterfly.

Flora Swim Lessons

The following swim lessons will be held at Flora Pool.

• Flora Session 1: June 10 - 20

• Flora Session 2: June 24 - July 5

• Flora Session 3: July 8 - 18

• Flora Session 4: July 22 - Aug. 1

Visit www.cityofdubuque.org/letsgo for information and to register.

Flora Aquatots Class

The following swim lessons will be held at Flora Pool. 2525 Green Street Dubuque, IA 52001

$32/R, $38/NR

For children 1 - 3 years of age with a guardian age 14 and older. Children will be encouraged to explore and experience the joys of the water. Guardians will learn how to teach the child basic swimming skills while promoting a safe water environment.

Flora Pool Contact Info

Phone: 563.589.424

Questions about swim lessons?

Email lessonsmanager@cityofdubuque.org

Flora Pool Rental

Saturday & Sunday Evenings

Flora Pool is available for evening rental from 5 - 7 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays from June 1 - Aug. 10. Renters may bring food and non-alcoholic beverages into pool enclosure; glass containers are not permitted. Capacity is 300 people. The rental fee is $495. For available dates or to make a reservation, call 563-589-4263 or book online today!

Sutton Swim Lessons

The following swim lessons will be held at Sutton Pool.

• Sutton Session 1: June 10 - 20

• Sutton Session 2: June 24 - July

• Sutton Session 3: July 8 - 18

• Sutton Session 4: July 22 - August 1

Visit www.cityofdubuque.org/letsgo for information and to register.

Sutton Aquatots Class

For children 1 - 3 years of age with a guardian age 14 and older. Children will be encouraged to explore and experience the joys of the water. Guardians will learn how to teach the child basic swimming skills while promoting a safe water environment.

Sutton Pool Contact Info

Phone: 563.589.4247

Questions about swim lessons?

Email lessonsmanager@cityofdubuque.org

Sutton Pool Rental

Saturday & Sunday Evenings

Sutton Pool is available for evening rental from 5 - 7 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays from June 1 - Aug. 10. Renters may bring food and non-alcoholic beverages into pool enclosure; glass containers are not permitted. Capacity is 300 people. The rental fee is $367.

For available dates or to make a reservation, call 563.589.4263 or book online today!