Swim Lessons

Red Cross-Certified Beginner to Advanced Swim Lessons

Swim lessons are offered under the instruction of certified instructors and their assistants. Classes follow the American Red Cross standards, focusing on levels of water exploration, primary skills, stroke readiness and stroke development. Class space is limited, so please register early to ensure availability. Adult lessons and specific stroke training are available upon request; call 574-533-7616. Beginner lessons are for ages 5+ and are $55 per session.

Swim Lesson Session Dates

All sessions are Monday–Friday

Session I June 5–16

Session II ............. June 19–30

Session III ............ July 3–14

Session IV ........... July 17–28

Swim Lesson Session Times

9:30–10 am | 10:15–10:45 am | 4:45–5:15 pm | 5:30–6 pm

Join Friends and Family at Shanklin Pool for Dive-In Movie Night!

When: Saturday, June 10 at 8 pm

Fee: $3 per person

Guests can float with the aid of water noodles (not provided), relax on the floatables (not provided) or lounge on the poolside chairs while they enjoy “The Water Horse,” a popular, family-friendly movie. No need to register. Doors will open at 7:30 pm. Pool rules will apply to all patrons.

Please note: The diving board and slide will be closed during and after the movie. NO OPEN SWIM DURING THE MOVIE. Pool capacity is limited to the first 200 guests. Dive-in movies are not available for rental or private events. The concession stand will be open during the movie.

Red Cross-Certified Parent and Child Swim Lessons

Our skilled instructors provide a fun learning environment for toddlers while they explore the pool. Swim diapers are required and may be purchased at the pool. During Class A, a parent will accompany the child in the water. During Class B, a parent will accompany 3-year-old children for the first few classes to assist in transition. Fee is $55 per session.

Class A: Ages 6 months to 2 years

Class B: Ages 3–4

Parent and Child Swim Session Dates

All sessions are Monday–Friday from 4 to 4:30 pm

Session I .............. June 5–16

Session II ............. June 19–30

Session III ............ July 3–14

Session IV July 17–28

Shanklin Pool Special Events

College Student Thrifty Thursdays

You won’t need a loan for this! Enjoy some fun in the sun. Each Thursday, college students with a college photo ID will be admitted all day at the twilight rate of $2.

Grandparents’ Summer Sittin’ Tuesdays

Baby-sitting? Spend a day at the pool. Each Tuesday, grandparents receive free admission when accompanied by children 3 years and older. Regular fees apply for grandchildren.

Teen Scene Mondays

Mondays aren’t dreary when it’s summer! Each Monday, teens are admitted all day at the evening rate of $2. Bring your school ID and your friends—and celebrate summer Mondays.

Daddy’s Day Dip

Kids, on Sunday, June 18 bring your dad to Shanklin for his Father’s Day gift. Picnic in the park or “dine” at Shanklin’s concession stand. Fathers accompanied by children will be admitted free. Regular rates apply for children.