Aquatics/Swimming

Important Rules For Your Pool Visit

• Parents/guardians are responsible for actively supervising children when using Lakewood aquatic facilities

• Anyone under 7 years of age must be accompanied by an adult in the pool .

• Anyone 7-10 years of age must be accompanied by a swimmer 12 years of age or older or an adult present in the pool area

• No water wings or swimming suits with flotation devices built in are allowed in Lakewood aquatic facilities Only Coast Guard-approved life jackets or life floats may be worn by swimmers Life jackets are available at all facilities .

• Swim diapers are required for all non-toilet-trained swimmers Appropriate diapers are available for purchase at each facility .

• Proper swimming attire is encouraged at all facilities .

• All indoor and outdoor pools are nonsmoking facilities

• Additional rules are posted at each facility .

• The lifeguards have the authority to enforce these and any additional rules based on participant safety

• Glass containers are not allowed near any pool areas

• No alcohol allowed, as stated in Community Resources Department rules, found at Lakewood org/CRRules

Specialty Classes

Masters Swim Team

Join the Lakewood Dawgs Masters team where beginning swimmers and seasoned athletes master their goals! Coaches will lead participants through workouts designed for all abilities and provide ongoing stroke feedback Competitive swimming experience is not required, but participants should have an understanding of basic strokes. Set your alarm, grab your goggles and hit the pool!

Information: MasterSwimTeam@lakewood org or view swim team details at Lakewood org/AdultSwim

Required: A Lakewood Master’s Swim Team pass is required for all Master’s Swim Team practices Drop-ins are not allowed for this swim team

Ages: 18+

Lifeguard Training

GROUP SWIM LESSONS (YOUTH)

Kids will learn the fundamentals of swimming while building confidence in the water Lessons offered at Carmody and Link pools .

Information: SwimLessons@Lakewood org

Register at: Lakewood .org/Register OR through one of the Lakewood Recreation Center Front Desks

Keyword: SwimLessons

Swim lesson sessions and registration dates are:

The American Red Cross Lifeguarding class combines classroom and online learning . Successful candidates will receive an American Red Cross certification in Lifeguard Training, CPR/AED, and First Aid and learn the duties and responsibilities of becoming a Professional Lifeguard . Lifeguard certification requirements: candidates must be 15 years of age by the end of the class; pass prerequisite skills before the first day of class; attend all sessions; complete online modules prior to the start of class .

Information: Lakewood org/Register search keyword: Lifeguard

Required: See Lifeguard certification requirements above Ages: 15+

$175 Resident, $205 Nonresident Lifeguard positions available! Guards who work the full summer season will be refunded for the cost of their class .

Challenge Levels

LEVELS 1 & 2

• Basic moves

• Feet on the ground

• Conversational pace

LEVELS 2, 3 & 4

• Basic + challenging moves

• Feet on the ground + some moves with feet off the ground

• Increased pace

LEVELS 4 & 5

• Challenging moves

• Feet off the ground

• Challenging pace

Aqua Fitness Classes

MAY 30 – SEPT. 2

Current Class Schedule: Lakewood org/AquaFitness Lakewood’s Aqua Fitness team provides inclusive, effective programs for any level of fitness . Each class is designed to provide a great total-body workout Ongoing participation will help build strength, improve balance and improve overall fitness .

AQUA AI CHI

Challenge Level 1-3

Ai Chi is a contemplative, breath-focused, stretch and strengthening form of exercise that quiets the mind and recharges the spirit and body Led in soothing warm water, Ai Chi is just the exercise you need to let go in order to balance your natural healing systems .

Arthritis Movement

Challenge Level 1-2

Classes are designed for individuals with arthritis but are open to anyone Led in shallow, warm water pools, classes focus on improving range of motion for all joints, developing balance and coordination and maintaining independence for daily living .

DEEP WATER

Challenge Level 3-5

These no-impact classes are designed for individuals looking for a new twist on the energizing workouts found in the shallow water . Led in cooler water pools, each class uses the resistance of the water, equipment and intervals to provide a total body workout Participants should be comfortable in 10-12 feet of water

SHALLOW WATER

Challenge Level 2-4

Shallow water classes are moderate-impact classes designed for individuals looking for an energizing workout of higher intensity Led in both warm and cooler water pools, each class uses the resistance of the water along with resistance equipment and structured intervals to provide a total body workout

AQUA ZUMBA

Challenge Level 2-4

Zumba® in the water! An intermediate fitness level is recommended for this energetic dance-based aqua class .

GLIDE FIT

Take your total body workout to the next level on GlideFit boards during drop-in classes at Morse Park pool! Using aquatic-based stability training (ABST), this class incorporates yoga, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), core strength and cool-down exercise to maximize the benefits of floating fitness

Cost And Pass Options

AQUA FITNESS

Drop-in (per class): $7 Resident, $9 Nonresident

6 Classes: $38 Resident, $45 Nonresident

6 Classes Senior: $32 Resident, $38 Nonresident

10 Classes: $60 Resident, $70 Nonresident

10 Classes Senior: $50 Resident, $60 Nonresident

GLIDEFIT

Drop-in (per class): $10 Resident, $12 Nonresident

10 Classes: $80 Resident, $100 Nonresident

INSURANCE-BASED MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

If you are a member of an insurance-based membership, all aqua fitness classes are included in your pass, except for GlideFit

Learn more about insurance-based memberships at Lakewood .org/RecMemberships .