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Aquatics
RECREATIONAL SWIM
Recreational swim is a time to enjoy unstructured water activities with friends and family. A multi-visit pass is available for purchase on a Play More Card at a discounted rate. Times vary depending on scheduled activities. CR Fee: $4 NCR Fee: $9 CAMPUS HILLS POOL 15992 Jan 8-May 28 Sa 1pm-5pm
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SWIM LESSONS
SWIM LESSONS - AQUA TOT
The purpose of this American Red Cross program is to teach safe behaviors around the water and develop swimming readiness by leading parents and their children in water exploration activities with the objective of having fun and becoming comfortable in and around water. Age: 1.5-3 CR Fee: $46 NCR Fee: $61 EDISON JOHNSON AQUATIC CENTER 16034 Jan 8-Feb 26 Sa 2:15pm-2:45pm 16017 Feb 28-Mar 23 M,W 5:30pm-6pm 16050 Mar 12-May 14 Sa 2:15pm-2:45pm 16018 Apr 4-Apr 27 M,W 5:30pm-6pm
SWIM LESSONS - PRESCHOOL
This American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim program aims to promote the developmentally appropriate learning of fundamental water safety and aquatic skills by young children. It teaches aquatic and safety skills with a goal of independent swimming. The program offers a fun, challenging, and supportive learning environment for preschoolers. Age: 3-5 CR Fee: $46 NCR Fee: $61 EDISON JOHNSON AQUATIC CENTER 16053 Jan 8-Feb 26 Sa 3pm-3:30pm 16054 Mar 1-Mar 24 T,Th 5:30pm-6pm 16055 Apr 5-Apr 28 T,Th 5:30pm-6pm 16062 Mar 12-May 14 Sa 3pm-3:30pm
SWIM LESSONS - YOUTH
The American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim program consists of several comprehensive levels that teach children of varying abilities how to swim skillfully and safely. Each level includes training in basic water safety. All aquatic and safety skills are taught in a logical progression. Prerequisites for each leave are: Beginner: No pre-requisites; new to the pool, needing to learn water adjustment skills. Able to fully submerge head and swim short distances on front and back, with support. Intermediate: Able to swim at least 5 yards on front and back, unsupported. Able to swim at least 15 yards (half of pool length) of both front crawl and elementary back stroke. Advanced: Able to swim at least 25 yards of front and back crawl.
BEGINNER
Age: 6-12 CR Fee: $52 NCR Fee: $67 EDISON JOHNSON AQUATIC CENTER 16056 Feb 28-Mar 23 M,W 6:15pm-7pm 16057 Jan 8-Feb 26 Sa 3:45pm-4:30pm 16058 Mar 12-May 14 Sa 3:45pm-4:30pm 16059 Apr 4-Apr 27 M,W 6:15pm-7pm 16060 Mar 1-Mar 24 T,Th 6:15pm-7pm 16061 Apr 5-Apr 28 T,Th 6:15pm-7pm
This American Red Cross program is designed for beginners and intermediate-level swimmers. Students will be grouped according to skill level on the first day of class. Topics of instruction include basic aquatic skills, swimming strokes, personal water safety skills, and basic water rescue. If you want to become a better swimmer, or have dreamed of becoming a lifeguard, this program will help you reach those goals. There are no prerequisites for this course. Age: 18 and up CR Fee: $52 NCR Fee: $67 EDISON JOHNSON AQUATIC CENTER 16047 Mar 1-Mar 24 T,Th 7:10pm-7:55pm 16048 Apr 5-Apr 28 T,Th 7:10pm-7:55pm
SAFETY TRAINING
DURHAM AQUATIC SCHOOL
The purpose of this program is to offer free lifeguard certification training to area teens and adults willing to work for Durham Parks and Recreation (DPR) as lifeguards. To qualify for the Durham Aquatic School, participants must be at least 16 years of age. They must also register for the DAS Pre-Course Swim Test which will be held before the online course begins. Each participant must be able to pass the prerequisite tests. Pre-requisites: Participant must be at least 16 years of age. They must be able to swim 300 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. This may be performed using the front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination of both swimming strokes-no backstroke or sidestroke allowed. Additionally, participants must be able to tread water for two minutes using only their legs-arms must be out of the water or hands in the armpits. Lastly, participants must be able to swim 20 yards, retrieve a 10-pound object from a depth of, at least seven feet, and return to the starting point holding the object with both hands while swimming and exit the pool. The retrieval of the object, return to side and exit needs to be completed within 1 minute and 40 seconds or less. Both hands must be holding the object with the face at or near the surface. This is a blended learning class. Participants must complete the 7-hour online portion of the course prior to the first class. Space is limited, so apply early! Please contact DPRAquatics@DurhamNC.gov if you have any questions. Age: 16 and up No Cost EDISON JOHNSON AQUATIC CENTER 16079 Feb 25-Feb 27 F 5pm-8pm Sa 10am-5pm Su 12pm-5pm 16080 Mar 28-Apr 1 M-F 9am-2pm 16114 Apr 8-Apr 10 F 5pm-8pm Sa 10am-5pm Su 12pm-5pm 16115 May 20-May 22 F 5pm-8pm Sa 10am-5pm Su 12pm-5pm These are optional practice sessions for those who wish to participate in Durham Aquatic School. Age: 16 and up No Cost EDISON JOHNSON AQUATIC CENTER 16116 Feb 2-May 4 W 7pm-8pm
DAS LIFEGUARD PRE-COURSE SWIM TEST
Participants in DAS must attend a pre-course swim test session to be able to participate in DAS. Age: 16 and up No Cost EDISON JOHNSON AQUATIC CENTER 16195 Feb 16 W 7pm-8pm 16196 Mar 16 W 7pm-8pm 16197 Mar 30 W 7pm-8pm 16198 Apr 6 W 7pm-8pm Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be certified to teach American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and its components. Course fee includes a Lifeguard Training Participant Manual (revised 2012) and a Lifeguard Training Instructor Manual. Pre-Requisites: Participants must be at least 17 years of age. They must have a current American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED, or an equivalent certificate from another organization. They must successfully complete the Red Cross on-line session for the course (information will be given to participants after registration). Participants must also successfully complete a pre-course session which tests swimming and rescue skills. Participants must possess a pocket mask. Course registration will close April 4. Age: 17 and up CR Fee: $209 NCR Fee: $234 EDISON JOHNSON AQUATIC CENTER 16199 Apr 22-May 1 F 5pm-9pm Sa 9am-5pm Su 9pm-5pm
SPRAYGROUNDS
Durham Parks and Recreation operates four spraygrounds. Spraygrounds are playground areas with water features that allow residents fun places to cool off when the temperature rises! Spraygrounds are free, with the exception of the Hillside Park location. EAST END PARK SPRAYGROUND
1200 N. Alston Ave. Open End of May-End of September 10 a.m.-8 p.m. EDISON JOHNSON SPRAYGROUND
FOREST HILLS PARK SPRAYGROUND
1639 University Drive Open End of May-End of September 10 a.m.-8 p.m. HILLSIDE PARK SPRAYGROUND
1221 Sawyer St. Monday – Sunday 1 – 5 p.m. Free admission on Wednesdays. Weekends only August 15-September 7. Open Labor Day.
The Hillside Park sprayground is located inside the pool area and is only open during pool hours. Pool fees apply.
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be certified to teach a variety of American Red Cross water safety programs, including all levels of the “Learn-to-Swim” program. Course fee includes two manuals. Participants must be at least 16 years old; must pass a swimming pre-test consisting of 25 yards front crawl, 25 yards back crawl, 25 yards breaststroke, 25 yards elementary backstroke, 25 yards sidestroke, 15 yards butterfly, back float for one minute, tread water for one minute; and they must successfully complete the Red Cross on-line session for the course (information will be emailed to participants after registration). Course registration will close April 15. Age: 16 and up CR Fee: $209 NCR Fee: $234 CAMPUS HILLS POOL 16044 Feb 21-Mar 5 M,W 5pm-9pm Sa 9am-5pm 16045 May 9-May 21 M,W 5pm-9pm Sa 9am-5pm
WATER EXERCISE
SHALLOW WATER EXERCISE
This class offers a total workout while protecting joints from the pounding of a traditional land aerobics class. The program is designed to utilize the natural resistance of water allowing for muscle toning, cardiovascular endurance, and increased flexibility. Participants do not need to know how to swim to join. A multi-visit pass is available for purchase on a Play More Card at a discounted rate per class. Age: 13 and up CR Fee: $5 NCR Fee: $10 CAMPUS HILLS POOL 15991 Jan 5-May 25 W 12pm-12:45pm EDISON JOHNSON AQUATIC CENTER 16041 Jan 5-May 25 W 6:15pm-7pm
SPRING EGG DIVE
It’s an Eggstravaganza! Dive, splash, and swim for eggs and win prizes at our Spring Egg Dive event. All swim levels are welcome and life vests will be provided. An adult will need to enter the water with children nine years of age and younger. Registration is limited. CR Fee: $6 NCR Fee: $11 CAMPUS HILLS POOL 16043 Apr 2 Sa 1pm-5pm
BIMBÉ TEEN PARTY
Teens! Come celebrate the end of the school year and kick off the summer right at Campus Hills Teen Pool Party! There will be games, music, food, and give-a-ways! Grab your friends to cool off at the pool and turn up to the sound of the beat. Participants must wear appropriate pool attire. Participants 18 years old will be asked to present a valid high school ID in order to participate. Age: 13-18 No Cost CAMPUS HILLS POOL 16046 May 20 F 7pm-10pm - Lap swim reservations will last for a 45-minute timeframe. - Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance and can be made up to 7 days in advance. - Two swimmers will be allowed per lane. To request to not share a lane, please email dpraquatics@durhamnc.gov. - Patrons should plan to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to their reservation timeslot. - All individuals while indoors are required to wear face coverings except when swimming or showering. - Patrons may bring personal swimming or fitness equipment. - Patrons are encouraged to arrive with their swimsuit on underneath their clothes. - Patrons will have access to the locker rooms to shower or to change after swimming. - If the patron who is swimming needs someone to accommodate them on their visit they must also follow facility requirements. - Drop-in swimmers are allowed if space is available. Reservations have priority. - In the case of inclement weather, DPR staff will communicate with patrons if a reservation will need to be canceled.
LAP SWIM HOURS
- Visit the Indoor Pool Lap Lane Reservations page (DPRPlayMore.org/LapSwim) for lap swim hours and online reservations. - All lap swim hours are subject to change. Lap swim reservations can be made up to seven days in advance. - If you have questions regarding lap swim reservations, please email DPRAquatics@DurhamNC.gov or call one of the phone numbers listed above.
INDOOR AQUATIC CENTERS
CAMPUS HILLS POOL
2000 South Alston Avenue 919-560-4444
EDISON JOHNSON AQUATIC CENTER
500 W. Murray Avenue 919-560-4265
