2014 SUMMER
AQUATICS GUIDE A R L I N G T O N
P A R K S
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R E C R E A T I O N
D E P A R T M E N T
HOST YOUR PARTY AT THE POOL! Rent one of our Arlington outdoor pools for your next birthday party, private event or corporate outing. Lifeguards are provided for all rentals. PAGE 4
SWIM INTO A DIVE-IN MOVIE Lounge in and around the Randol Mill Pool with your friends and family while enjoying a family-friendly Disney feature on the big screen! PAGE 2
Arlington Parks & Recre TURN THIS BOOKLET OVER FOR INFORMATION ON OUR ARLINGTON PARKS & RECREATION CAMPS! 2014SUMMER Day CampDAY & Aquatics Guide
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pool promotions:
DIVE-IN MOVIE
TWO FOR TUESDAYS
RANDOL MILL POOL • FROZEN JULY 10 • 8:30-10:30 PM
Get 2-for-1 entry at all City of Arlington pools on Tuesdays.
Grab your swimsuit and join us for a Dive-In Movie at Randol Mill Pool. Lounge in and around the pool with your friends and family while enjoying a family-friendly feature on the big screen! Admission is $4 for under 48 inches and $4.50 for 48 inches and up.
BUDDY FOR A BUCK
Every Thursday, outdoor season pass holders can bring a buddy and get a $1.00 discount for each guest.
FAMILY NIGHTS
Brought to you by:
special events MILITARY DISCOUNT Present your military ID and receive 1/2 priced admission on Memorial Day (May 26). MAKE A SPLASH Join us for a fun-filled day of activities and water safety education at Allen Bolden Pool on June 14 from 9 am-12 PM. FATHER’S DAY Dads receive free admission at all City of Arlington pools with purchase of a child’s admission on Father’s Day (Sunday, June 15). TODDLER SPLASH Enjoy fun activities geared toward your toddler!
4 ON THE FOURTH Admission at BK and Randol Mill pools will be only $4.00 on July 4. $
BACK TO SCHOOL SPLASH Bring a new school supply item and receive 1/2 priced admission from August 2-15. Visit missionarlington.org/ services/schoolsupplies for more information on what is needed. SWIM PASS APPRECIATION Season Outdoor Swim Pass holders enjoy extended hours to swim from 6:00-8:00 PM on August 7 at Woodland West Pool.
Howard Moore Play Pool June 24 from 3-5 PM Helen Wessler Play Pool July 29 from 2-4 PM
DOUBLE DIP Enjoy TWO favorites: ice cream and swimming! The first 50 guests at Woodland West Pool’s Family Night on Aug. 4 receive free ice cream with purchase of admission. DIVE INTO READING Dive into the Library Reading Club! Each child who earns an Arlington Public Library reading club certificate will get a free swim pass good for one free admission at any City of Arlington Pool, Mon-Thurs between June 8-August 9. Additional family members receive $1.00 off the regular admission price.
WOODLAND WEST: Monday and Wednesday nights are Family Nights at Woodland West Pool. Bring your family for an after dinner swim. It’s the perfect way to have some fun and cool off on those hot summer nights! The Woodland West Pool will re-open after swim lessons for family swim time from 8 – 10 PM. Family Nights are $2.50 per person. One adult and one child are considered a family. RANDOL MILL: Monday nights are Family Nights at Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center. The price of admission will drop to $5.00 per person after 5 PM. BAD KÖNIGSHOFEN: Wednesday nights are Family Nights at Bad Königshofen Family Aquatic Center. The price of admission will drop to $5.00 per person after 5 PM.
SPLASH INTO SEPTEMBER
2014 Aquatics Season pass holders can continue their splashing fun throughout September at Hugh Smith Indoor Pool.
$1 HOT DOG FRIDAYS
Every Friday during the summer swim season you can get a hot dog for just $1.00 at Allen Bolden, Bad Königshofen and Randol Mill!
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2014 SUMMER SCHEDULE POOLS
Allen Bolden Pool 817-472-8950
Bad Königshofen Family Aquatic Center 817-459-5223
Helen Wessler Play Pool 817-275-7561
Howard Moore Play Pool 817-275-0712
Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center 817-275-7542
Woodland West Pool 817-277-0582
HOURS
OPEN DATES
HOLIDAY HOURS
DAILY ADMISSION FEE
Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri & Sat ..................12 – 6 PM Sun............................1 – 6 PM Mon ............................Closed
May 31 – June 1 June 7 – August 15
July 4th 12 - 6 PM
Under 48 inches — $3.00* 48 inches and above — $3.50* 12 months and under — Free
Memorial Day
Mon, Thurs, Fri & Sat ................. 12 – 7 PM Wed .......................... 2 - 9 PM Sun .......................... 1 – 6 PM Tue ..............................Closed
May 24 – 26 May 31 – Jun 1 Jun 7 – Aug 17 Aug 18-23 (12-5 PM) Aug 24 (1-5 PM) Aug 30 (12-5 PM) Aug 31 (1-5 PM) Sept 1 (12-5 PM)
Mon, Tues, Thurs ............... 10 am – 4 PM Fri & Sat ................... 12-5 PM Sun ............................ 1-5 PM Wed ............................Closed
May 31 – June 1 June 7 – August 10
July 4th 12 – 5 PM
Under 48 inches — $2.00 48 inches and above — $2.00 12 months and under — Free
Tues, Wed & Thurs ............ 10 am – 5 PM Fri & Sat ................... 12-5 PM Sun ............................ 1-5 PM Mon ............................Closed
May 31 – June 1 June 7 – August 15
July 4th 12 – 5 PM
Under 48 inches — $3.00 48 inches and above — $3.50 12 months and under — Free
Memorial Day
Mon ........................... 2-9 PM Tue, Thurs, Fri & Sat ................. 12 – 7 PM Sun .......................... 1 – 6 PM Wed ............................Closed
May 24 – 26 May 31 – Jun 1 Jun 7 – Aug 17 Aug 18-23 (12-5 PM) Aug 24 (1-5 PM) Aug 30 (12-5 PM) Aug 31 (1-5 PM) Sept 1 (12-5 PM)
May 31 – June 1 June 7 – August 10
July 4th 12 – 6 PM
Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri & Sat ..................12 – 6 PM Mon & Wed ........... 8 – 10 PM Sun .......................... 1 – 6 PM Tue ..............................Closed
(May 26)
12 – 6 PM July 4th 12 – 6 PM
Under 48 inches — $6.00* 48 inches and above — $6.50* 12 months and under — Free
Labor Day (Sept 1)
12 – 5 PM
(May 26)
12 – 6 PM July 4th 12 – 6 PM
Under 48 inches — $6.00* 48 inches and above — $6.50* 12 months and under — Free
Labor Day (Sept 1)
12 – 5 PM Under 48 inches — $3.00* 48 inches and above — $3.50* 12 months and under — Free
*TWILIGHT DISCOUNT: Take $0.50 off the admission fee when swimming after 5 PM! (Twilight fees are not valid with any other promotion).
AQUATICS SWIM PASSES OUTDOOR SEASONAL SWIM PASS PRICE Infants (12 months and under) ...................... FREE 48 inches and over ....................................... $60.00 Under 48 inches ............................................ $50.00
Seasonal Swim Passes are good at outdoor pools from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Passes are sold at all City of Arlington swimming pools. Only cash and credit cards are accepted at the outdoor pools. Quantities are limited so purchase today for a summer of fun in the sun! For more information, please call 817-459–5483. SEASON PASS PACKAGE DISCOUNTS: 3-pack discount of $20, 4-pack discount of $40, 5-or-more-pack discount of $50.
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HAVE A SPLASHING GOOD TIME Rent a pool for your next party! All outdoor pools are available to rent Thursday – Sunday for private parties, family gatherings, reunions, etc. Times vary depending on the pools’ operating hours. Lifeguards are provided for all rentals. Fee includes up to the maximum number of guests listed and a two hour rental. A 72-hour notice is required to book an outdoor pool. Call 817-459-5483 to rent an outdoor pool starting Tues., April 1. Changes or cancellations to pool reservations are subject to a $50.00 administrative fee. PAVILION RENTAL (DURING PUBLIC HOURS ONLY)
TABLES .
PRIVATE PARTY POOL RENTAL
Allen Bolden Pool ............................................ Bad Königshofen Family Aquatic Center........ Helen Wessler Play Pool .................................. Howard Moore Play Pool................................. Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center.................. Woodland West Pool .......................................
MAX GUESTS
Bad Königshofen Family Aquatic Center (baby pavilion) ...... 11 .................... Bad Königshofen Family Aquatic Center (slide pavilion) ....... 7 ..................... Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center (red pavilion) ................... 7 ..................... Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center (blue pavilion) ................. 7 ..................... Allen Bolden Pool ..................................................................... 6 ..................... Woodland West Pool ................................................................ 4 ..................... 4
City of Arlington Parks and Recreation
MAX GUESTS
WEEKDAY (M-TR) 3 HRS / 6 HRS
150 ........... 250 ........... 100 ........... 100 ........... 200 ........... 150 ...........
COST AM / PM $200 / $250 $450 / $500 $150 / $200 $200 / $250 $400 / $450 $200 / $250
WEEKEND (F-SU) 3 HRS / 6 HRS
50 ............................ $200 / $350 .................................... $250 / $400 50 ............................ $200 / $350 .................................... $250 / $400 50 ............................ $200 / $350 .................................... $250 / $400 50 ............................ $200 / $350 .................................... $250 / $400 50 ............................. $100 (3 hrs) ..................................... $100 (3 hrs) 50 ............................. $100 (3 hrs) ..................................... $100 (3 hrs)
Free Event!
MAKE A SPLASH FOR WATER SAFETY SATURDAY, JUNE 14TH Allen Bolden Pool • 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Join us for a fun-filled day of activities and water safety education! For more information, call 817-459-5483 or visit NaturallyFun.org/make-a-splash.
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ALLENPOOL BOLDEN 817-472-8950
Bad Königshofen FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER
VANDERGRIFF PARK 2800A S. CENTER ST. 76014
817-459-5223
SJ STOVALL PARK 2800 W. SUBLETT RD. 76017
Allen Bolden Pool is an L-shaped Olympic sized pool that meets the needs of virtually every swim enthusiast. The pool features a diving board, lap lanes and zero depth entry. Additional amenities include concessions, eight shade structures and a large grass campus.
Bad Königshofen Family Aquatic Center offers a great value for the entire family. Features include an interactive spray pad, shallow water play pool, lap pool, diving area and two water slides (for riders over 48”). Other amenities include concessions, storage lockers, shower facilities, deck furniture and a shade pavilion.
Open:
May 31 & 1, June 7 – August 15
Open:
Hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday .................................. 12–6 PM Sunday ..................................................... 1–6 PM Closed on Mondays
May 24, 25, 26 & 31, June 1 June 7 – August 17 August 18-24 (closing at 5 PM) August 30, 31 and September 1 (closing at 5 PM)
Hours:
Monday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday.............................................. 12–7 PM Wednesday .............................................. 2–9 PM Sunday ..................................................... 1–6 PM Closed on Tuesdays
Daily Admission Fee:
Under 48 inches ......................................... $6.00* 48 inches and above .................................. $6.50* 12 months and under ................................... Free
Daily Admission Fee:
Under 48 inches ......................................... $3.00* 48 inches and above .................................. $3.50* 12 months and under ....................................Free *Twilight Fee applies after 5 PM (Not valid with any other promotion)
Swimming Lessons:
Monday–Friday............. 9 AM–12 PM & 6:30–8 PM
Rentals:
Available Thursday through Sunday during the regular season.
*Twilight Fee applies after 5 PM (Not valid with any other promotion)
Swimming Lessons:
Monday–Friday.................................. 9 AM–12 PM
Rentals:
Available Thursday through Sunday during the regular season. 6
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HELEN WESSLER PLAY POOL 817-275-7561
HOWARD MOORE PLAY POOL
HELEN WESSLER PARK 2310 GREENWAY 76010
817-275-0712
HOWARD MOORE PARK 1999 BEVER BLVD. 76013
Helen Wessler Play Pool is designed for children ages seven years and younger, but everyone is welcome. The pool includes an interactive water structure, family changing room, shade structure and small grass area. Limited drink and snack concessions are available.
Howard Moore Play Pool is an interactive shallow water play pool designed to accommodate the needs of children ages seven years and under. Amenities include an interactive water structure and shade umbrellas. Limited drink and snack concessions available.
Open:
May 31 & June 1, June 7– August 10
Open:
May 31 & June 1, June 7 – August 15
Hours:
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday ......... 10 AM–4 PM Friday & Saturday .................................. 12–5 PM Sunday ..................................................... 1–5 PM Closed on Wednesdays
Hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday .... 10 AM–5 PM Friday & Saturday .................................. 12–5 PM Sunday ..................................................... 1–5 PM Closed on Mondays
Daily Admission Fee:
Under 48 inches .......................................... $2.00 48 inches and above ................................... $2.00 12 months and under ................................... Free
Daily Admission Fee:
Under 48 inches .......................................... $3.00 48 inches and above ................................... $3.50 12 months and under ................................... Free
Rentals:
Available Thursday through Sunday during the regular season.
Rentals:
Available Thursday through Sunday during the regular season. Packages available for pavilion rental outside of the play pool.
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RANDOL MILL FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER 817-275-7542
WOODLAND WEST POOL
RANDOL MILL PARK 1924 RANDOL MILL PARK RD. 76012
817-277-0582
WOODLAND WEST PARK 3200 NORWOOD LN. 76013
The Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center offers something for all ages, including interactive elements such as a shallow water play structure, vortex pools, current channel, water slide (for riders over 48”), tot and leisure areas. Other amenities include two shade pavilions, shower facilities, deck furniture and concessions.
Woodland West Pool is a popular neighborhood pool that features shaded areas and grass. The back wall of the pool is elevated and is great place to jump off and make big splashes. The pool also features a large shallow end that is great for young children. Limited drink and snack concessions are available.
Open:
Open:
May 31 & June 1, June 7 – August 10
Hours:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday................................... 12–6 PM Sunday .................................................... 1 – 6 PM Closed on Tuesdays
Hours:
Daily Admission Fee:
May 24, 25, 26 & 31, June 1 June 7 – August 17 August 18-24 (closing at 5 PM) August 30, 31 & September 1 (closing at 5 PM) Monday .................................................... 2–9 PM Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday .................................. 12–7 PM Sunday .................................................... 1 – 6 PM Closed on Wednesdays Under 48 inches ......................................... $6.00* 48 inches and above .................................. $6.50* 12 months and under ................................... Free
Family Night Monday & Wednesday (8-10 pm) ............... $2.50 Daily Admission Fee:
Under 48 inches ......................................... $3.00* 48 inches and above .................................. $3.50* 12 months and under ................................... Free *Twilight Fee applies after 5 pm
*Twilight Fee applies after 5 PM
(Not valid with any other promotion)
(Not valid with any other promotion)
Rentals:
Available Thursday through Sunday during the regular season.
Swimming Lessons:
Monday–Friday.................................... 6:30–8 PM
Rentals:
Available Thursday through Sunday during the regular season.
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HUGH SMITH INDOOR POOL 817-275-0513
HUGH SMITH REC CENTER 1815 NEW YORK AVE. 76010
This is the City of Arlington’s only indoor aquatic facility and it serves a wide variety of needs for open swim, instructional programs, contract services and rental space. The pool is 25 yards in length and has five lap lanes.
TOGETHER WE CAN PREVENT DROWNING SAFETY CHECKLIST: DO YOU HAVE? • Assigned “Water Watcher” or Certified Lifeguard • Swimming lessons to include water safety skills • Proper isolation fencing around pools
Open:
Year Round
Hours:
Monday, Wednesday & Friday ............ 1:30–4 PM Tuesday & Thursday ................................ 1–4 PM Saturday .................................................. 1–5 PM Sunday...................................................... 3–5 PM
• Self closing and self latching pool gates
Family Night: Friday (6-8 pm) ........................................... $2.50
• Ring Buoy, Personal Flotation Devices, Shephard’s crook
Daily Admission Fee:
• Pool and gate alarms
24 months and under ................................... Free 2-11 years old ............................................. $3.00* 12 years and above .................................... $3.50* Guest pass.................................................... $6.00 *Facility card required
Rentals:
Available year round Friday-Sunday.
NOTE: Hugh Smith Indoor Pool may be closed Summer 2014 due to ADA construction. For up-to-date closure information, please visit NaturallyFun.org or the City of Arlington Aquatics Facebook page.
• Locks and alarms on doors leading to pool • Safety cover on your spa or whirlpool (at all times) • Cell phone by pool • Infant, Child/Adult CPR & First Aid training • Pool Safety rules posted • Emergency 9-1-1 and CPR signs posted • Touch Supervision - Keep within arms length (at all times) • Toilet seat locks (infant and toddler) • Awareness of Danger Zones: bathtubs, wading pools, toilets, sinks and buckets
DROWNING IS A SILENT KILLER. FIX THE RISK.
Information courtesy of the Texas Drowning Prevention Alliance. For additional information and resources, please visit TXDPA.com.
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SWIM CLASSES The City of Arlington Outdoor Learn to Swim program offers a variety of classes and schedule times to meet your needs during the busy summertime! Classes are offered mornings and evenings, Monday through Friday for two weeks. The American Red Cross Learn
to Swim program includes parent/tot, preschool, and school age swimming lessons. We also offer private lessons for all ages. For more information or to register for the City of Arlington’s Learn to Swim program, please call 817-459-5483.
CLASS SCHEDULES ARE LOCATED ON PAGES 13-17.
PRESCHOOL
STARFISH — AGES: 6-35 MONTHS 10 Classes (25 Minutes Each).................. $60 Maximum Enrolled: 8 • One parent or adult will assist the child in developing water adjustment, games and underwater exploration. • Instructor will be leading the group • Child must wear a swim diaper TADPOLE— AGES: 3 YEARS 10 Classes (25 Minutes Each).................. $60 Maximum Enrolled: 4 Prerequisite: • Little or no comfort level. Goals: • Independent face float. • Independent forward motion. GUPPY— AGES: 3 YEARS 10 Classes (25 Minutes Each).................. $60 Maximum Enrolled: 4 Prerequisite: • Independent face float. Independent forward motion. Goals: • Swim five feet, roll to back, float on back for five seconds. CLOWNFISH - PSA1 — AGES: 4-5 YEARS 10 Classes (25 Minutes Each).................. $60 Maximum Enrolled: 4 Prerequisite: • Little or no comfort level. Goals: • Glide on front two body lengths, roll to back and float for three seconds, then recover to standing position.
Goals: • Swim on front 10 feet, roll to back, float for five seconds, roll to front and swim 10 feet. WHALE - PSA3 — AGES: 4-5 YEARS 10 Classes (25 Minutes Each).................. $60 Maximum Enrolled: 4 Prerequisite: • Swim on front 10 feet, roll to back, float for five seconds, roll to front and swim 10 feet. Goals: • Swim on front 20 feet, roll to back, float 15 seconds, roll to front and swim 20 feet.
YOUTH
LEVEL 1 — AGES: 6-12 YEARS 10 Classes (40 Minutes Each).................. $60 Maximum Enrolled: 6 Prerequisite: • Little or no comfort level. Goals: • Glide on front 10 feet, roll to back and float for three seconds, recover to standing position. LEVEL 2 — AGES: 6-12 YEARS 10 Classes (40 Minutes Each).................. $60 Maximum Enrolled: 6 Prerequisite: • Glide on front 10 feet, roll to back and float for three seconds, recover to standing position. Goals: • Swim on front 20 feet, roll to back, float 15 seconds, roll to front and swim 20 feet.
DOLPHIN - PSA2 — AGES: 4-5 YEARS 10 Classes (25 Minutes Each).................. $60 Maximum Enrolled: 4
LEVEL 3 — AGES: 6-12 YEARS 10 Classes (40 Minutes Each).................. $60 Maximum Enrolled: 6
Prerequisite: • Glide on front two body lengths, roll to back and float for three seconds, then recover to standing position.
Prerequisite: • Swim on front 20 feet, roll to back, float 15 seconds, roll to front and swim 20 feet.
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Goals: • Jump in deep water, swim front crawl 15 yards, tread water 30 seconds and swim 15 yards elementary back crawl.
LEVEL 4 — AGES: 6-12 YEARS 10 Classes (40 Minutes Each).................. $60 Maximum Enrolled: 6 Prerequisite: • Jump in deep water, swim front crawl 15 yards, tread water 30 seconds and swim 15 yards elementary back crawl. Goals: • Swim front crawl 25 yards with rotary breathing, elementary backstroke 25 yards, backstroke 15 yards and breaststroke 15 yards. LEVEL 5 — AGES: 6-12 YEARS 10 Classes (40 Minutes Each).................. $60 Maximum Enrolled: 6 Prerequisite: • Swim front crawl 25 yards with rotary breathing, elementary backstroke 25 yards, backstroke 15 yards and breaststroke 15 yards. Goals: • Shallow angle dive, swim front crawl 50 yards, elementary backstroke 50 yards, backstroke 25 yards and breaststroke 25 yards. LEVEL 6 — AGES: 6-12 YEARS 10 Classes (40 Minutes Each).................. $60 Maximum Enrolled: 8 Prerequisite: • Shallow angle dive, swim front crawl 50 yards, elementary backstroke 50 yards, backstroke 25 yards and breaststroke 25 yards. Goals: • Swim 500 yards continuously. Retrieve an object from bottom of pool (depth 7-10 feet), return to surface and swim to start point.
TEENS & ADULTS: Teen and adult swim classes are offered during the summer. For more information, please call us at 817459-5483. 10
REGISTRATION
Register Online at NaturallyFun.org, register by phone at 817- 459-5483 or register in person at any City of Arlington Recreation Center.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Swim classes may reach maximum capacity quickly. Please remember to register early so you will not be disappointed. If your class is full, please allow us to put you on the waiting list. We will contact you as soon as possible if a spot becomes available. • Students must meet the age requirements and prerequisite prior to the first day of the class that they are registered for. • Parents, please allow yourself extra time on the first day of class for completing class release forms and meeting your child’s instructor.
PRIVATE LESSONS
One-on-one instruction provides the fastest progress possible due to the undivided attention of the instructor and individual lessons planned to meet the child’s needs. Private Swim Lessons are scheduled throughout the summer and are available at different times during each session. Fees are five classes, 25 minutes each for $100, per single student. For more information or to register for outdoor swim lessons please call 817-459-5483. To register for swim lessons at Hugh Smith Indoor Pool please call 817-275-0513. PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS AT BAD KÖNIGSHOFEN Come join us for a week of Private Swim Lessons on August 4-8 and August 11-15 at Bad Königshofen! Private lessons will be offered every 30 minutes from 10 am–12 pm. Fees are $100 per student for five 25-minute classes. For more information or to register please call (817) 459-5483. DATE
TIME
Aug 4-8................ Aug 4-8................ Aug 4-8................ Aug 4-8................
10:00 AM .................. Bad Königshofen...................... 10:30 AM .................. Bad Königshofen...................... 11:00 AM .................. Bad Königshofen...................... 11:30 AM .................. Bad Königshofen......................
LOCATION
CODE 152953 152954 152955 152956
Aug 11-15............ 10:30 AM .................. Bad Königshofen...................... 152957 Aug 11-15............ 11:00 AM .................. Bad Königshofen...................... 152958 Aug 11-15............ 11:30 AM .................. Bad Königshofen...................... 152959
• To ensure quality instruction and safety every effort is made to adhere to strict student-to-teacher ratios. Classes have a maximum enrollment of 4-8 students depending on the level. Only those registered for classes will be allowed in the water while classes are in session. • The tot pool at Bad Königshofen pool is not available for use during class hours. • Participants must be withdrawn from the class three days prior to the class start date to receive a refund, otherwise, the participant cannot be withdrawn and no refund will be given. • The Arlington Parks and Recreation Department welcomes people of all ability levels to enjoy and participate in its wide variety of quality programs and services. Questions regarding special accommodation should be directed to the Assistant Director of Park Community Programs at 817–459–5474 or email parksdepartment@arlingtontx.gov. The Parks and Recreation Department complies with Title II Standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
CANCELED CLASSES
• In the event that a class is canceled, every effort will be made to notify you by telephone. On the first day of class please verify that the pool staff has the correct phone number. • If a class is canceled for any reason, we will try to make up time by adding on time to remaining classes. However, if for some reason this is not possible, a session is considered complete if 8 out of 10 classes are taught. • Classes may be canceled due to low enrollment.
AQUATICS RAIN OUT NUMBER 11
817-462-3326
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SPECIALTY CLASSES
READY, SET, GUARD! JUNIOR GUARD CLASS
Learning Objectives: Lifeguarding is a serious and rewarding job! Junior guard volunteers learn what it’s like to be a lifeguard and gain the skills necessary for future employment. You will receive basic water training and classroom type activities with interactive videos.
LIFEGUARD TRAINING
Learning Objectives: Recognize specific characteristic behaviors of distressed swimmers and active and passive drowning victims; recognize aquatic emergencies and act promptly and appropriately; perform equipment-based rescue skills and techniques used by professional lifeguards; recognize and care for possible spinal cord injuries; learn to provide first aid and CPR. Prerequisite: Must be at least 15 years old to enroll in this class and be able to swim a total of 300 yards, demonstrating freestyle and breaststroke. Must be able to swim 20 yards, submerge and retrieve a 10 lb. brick, return to the surface, and swim 20 yards back to the starting point within 1 minute 40 seconds. Must be able to tread water for 2 minutes using legs only. Candidates successfully completing the class will be certified in Lifeguarding, Standard First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer.
Prerequisite: You must have completed Level 5 swimming skills or demonstrate the ability to swim 100 yards, tread water for two minutes and submerge to a depth of at least 8 feet. Cost: $75 Call 817-459-5483 for more information. Ages 12-15 DATE
TIME
LOCATION
CODE
June 23-July 3......... 10 am-12 pm .......... Bad Königshofen Pool.......... 153044
JUNIOR GUARD MENTORING VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
This is two week mentoring program designed to teach and prepare Junior Guards to become Lifeguards. To apply for the program write a letter of interest to Maria Campbell, Aquatics Manager. Limited spots are available applicants will go through an interview process to determine if they will be selected.
Mar 12-16................. TBD .......... Hugh Smith Indoor Pool................... 152130 April 4-6, 11-13......... TBD .......... Hugh Smith Indoor Pool................... 152131 June 9-13................. TBD .......... Woodland West Pool........................ 152132
Prerequisite: • Must be 12-15 years of age • Must have completed the Guard Start Class • Must be knowledgeable, reliable, mature, positive and demonstrate initiative. • Must have appropriate swim skills. • Recommendation from teacher or instructor.
WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR
WATER SAFETY AIDE TRAINING & VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
Cost: $235 Attendance at all classes is required! Times are subject to change. DATE
TIME
LOCATION
CODE
Learning Objectives: Through classroom learning and hands on experience, the American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Course will help you learn how to teach people of all ages to swim and to be safe in and around water. Participants must be at least 16 years old. Prerequisite: 25 yards Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, Sidestroke, Elementary Backstroke and 15 yards Butterfly. All strokes must be performed at Level 4 skill level. Cost: $275 Attendance at all classes is required! Times are subject to change. DATE
TIME
LOCATION
CODE
Through extensive training you will learn how to assist Water Safety Instructors in teaching swim lessons. The first portion of this training class is spent on stroke refinement and learning how to teach. The second portion is spent observing other swimming classes. Participants who are interested in working or volunteering in the Arlington Learn to Swim program will be required to apply and interview before being placed. Call Olivia Bradley, Aquatics Program Coordinator, at 817-575-8292 for more information regarding Water Safety Aide volunteer and employment opportunities. Prerequisite: • Must be 12-16 years of age • Able to demonstrate Level 5 swimming skills from the Red Cross Learn to Swim Program
March 7-12............... TBD .......... Hugh Smith Indoor Pool................... 152133 June 16-20............... TBD .......... Woodland West Pool........................ 152134
Cost: $75
LIFEGUARD INSTRUCTOR TRAINING
June 23-July 3......... 10 am-12 pm .......... Allen Bolden Pool................. 153045
Learning Objectives: This class is for currently certified Lifeguards who are seeking advanced training to train prospective Lifeguards. Must hold a current Lifeguard certification and be at least 17 years old. Cost: $235 DATE
TIME
LOCATION
CODE
March 9-12............... TBD .......... Hugh Smith Indoor Pool................... 152135 June 27-29............... TBD .......... Woodland West Pool........................ 152136
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DATE
TIME
LOCATION
CODE
SESSION 1 SWIM LESSONS • JUNE 9-20, 2014 TIME
ALLEN BOLDEN
COURSE CODE
BAD KÖNIGSHOFEN
COURSE CODE
WOODLAND WEST
COURSE CODE
9:00 AM
Tadpole
152727
Clownfish
152605
9:00 AM
Dolphin
152680
Private
152960/152961
9:00 AM
Level 2
152822
Level 1
152777
9:00 AM
Level 5
152928
Level 2
152820
9:00 AM
Level 1
152783
9:00 AM
Level 4
152904
9:30 AM
Private
152970/152971
Dolphin
152679
9:30 AM
Clownfish
152608
Private
152962/152963
9:45 AM
Level 1
152782
Level 4
152902
9:45 AM
Level 3
152866
Level 5
152927
9:45 AM
Level 6
152944
9:45 AM
Level 2
152823
10:00 AM
Whale
152709
Whale
152708
10:00 AM
Dolphin
152681
Clownfish
152606
10:30 AM
Starfish
152755
Tadpole
152726
10:30 AM
Tadpole
152728
Level 3
152864
10:30 AM
Private
152968/152969
Level 2
152821
10:30 AM
Level 4
152905
Level 1
152778
10:30 AM
Level 3
152867
10:30 AM
Level 1
152781
11:00 AM
Clownfish
152609
Starfish
152754
11:00 AM
Dolphin
152682
11:00 AM
Private
152966/152967
11:15 AM
Level 2
152824
Level 1
152779
11:15 AM
Level 1
152780
Level 3
152865
11:15 AM
Level 3
152868
Level 4
152903
11:30 AM
Clownfish
152610
Clownfish
152607
11:30 AM
Private
152964/152965
TIME
ALLEN BOLDEN
COURSE CODE
BAD KÖNIGSHOFEN
COURSE CODE
WOODLAND WEST
COURSE CODE
06:30 PM
Starfish
152756
Tadpole
152730
06:30 PM
Tadpole
152729
Clownfish
152612
06:30 PM
Level 1
152784
Level 1
152786
06:30 PM
Level 2
152825
Level 2
152827
06:30 PM
Level 3
152869
Level 3
152871
06:30 PM
Level 4
152906
07:00 PM
Whale
152710
Starfish
152757
07:00 PM
Clownfish
152611
Whale
152711
07:15 PM
Level 3
152870
Level 2
152828
07:15 PM
Level 1
152785
Level 1
152787
07:15 PM
Level 2
152826
Level 4
152907
07:15 PM
Level 5
152929
07:30 PM
Private
152972/152973
Private
152974/152975
07:30 PM
Dolphin
152683
Dolphin
152684
SESSION 2 SWIM LESSONS • JUNE 23-JULY 3, 2014
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TIME
ALLEN BOLDEN
COURSE CODE
BAD KÖNIGSHOFEN
COURSE CODE
9:00 AM
Clownfish
152615
Clownfish
152613
9:00 AM
Dolphin
152699
Private
152976/152977
9:00 AM
Level 3
152874
Level 1
152788
9:00 AM
Level 5
152931
Level 2
152829
9:00 AM
Level 2
152831
9:00 AM
Level 4
152909
9:30 AM
Tadpole
152732
Dolphin
152685
9:30 AM
Clownfish
152616
Whale
152712
9:45 AM
Level 1
152791
Level 4
152908
9:45 AM
Level 2
152832
Level 1
152789
9:45 AM
Level 5
152932
9:45 AM
Level 3
152875
10:00 AM
Starfish
152759
Starfish
152758
10:00 AM
Whale
152713
Clownfish
152614
10:30 AM
Dolphin
152687
Tadpole
152731
10:30 AM
Clownfish
152617
Level 3
152872
10:30 AM
Private
152980/152981
Level 2
152830
10:30 AM
Level 4
152910
Level 5
152930
10:30 AM
Level 4
152926
10:30 AM
Level 1
152792
11:00 AM
Clownfish
152618
Dolphin
152686
11:00 AM
Guppy
153036
11:00 AM
Private
152982/152983
11:15 AM
Level 2
152833
Level 1
152790
11:15 AM
Level 1
152793
Level 3
152873
11:15 AM
Level 3
152876
Level 6
152947
11:30 AM
Private
152984/152985
Private
152978/152979
TIME
ALLEN BOLDEN
COURSE CODE
BAD KÖNIGSHOFEN
COURSE CODE
6:30PM
Tadpole
6:30 PM
WOODLAND WEST
COURSE CODE
No classes will be held Friday, July 4th. Session 2 course fees are $54 for 9 classes.
WOODLAND WEST
COURSE CODE
152734
Starfish
152761
Clownfish
152619
Guppy
153037
6:30 PM
Level 1
152794
Level 1
152796
6:30 PM
Level 2
152834
Level 2
152836
6:30 PM
Level 3
152877
Level 3
152879
6:30 PM
Level 5
152933
7:00 PM
Starfish
152760
Clownfish
152621
7:00 PM
Dolphin
152688
Dolphin
152689
7:15 PM
Level 2
152835
Level 3
152880
7:15 PM
Level 3
152878
Level 1
152797
7:15 PM
Level 1
152795
Level 4
152912
7:15 PM
Level 4
152911
7:30 PM
Whale
152714
Whale
152715
7:30 PM
Clownfish
152620
Private
152990/152991
City of Arlington Parks and Recreation
SESSION 3 SWIM LESSONS • JULY 7-18, 2014 TIME
ALLEN BOLDEN
COURSE CODE
BAD KÖNIGSHOFEN
COURSE CODE
WOODLAND WEST
COURSE CODE
9:00 AM
Private
152996/152997
Tadpole
152736
9:00 AM
Dolphin
152691
Private
152992/152993
9:00 AM
Level 3
152883
Level 1
152798
9:00 AM
Level 6
152945
Level 2
152837
9:00 AM
Level 2
152839
9:00 AM
Level 4
152914
9:30 AM
Private
152998/152999
Clownfish
152622
9:30 AM
Clownfish
152624
Dolphin
152690
9:45 AM
Level 1
152801
Level 2
152838
9:45 AM
Level 2
152840
Level 3
152881
9:45 AM
Level 5
152935
9:45 AM
Level 3
152884
10:00 AM
Clownfish
152625
Whale
152716
10:00 AM
Whale
152717
Clownfish
152623
10:30 AM
Dolphin
152692
Guppy
153038
10:30 AM
Clownfish
152626
Level 4
152913
10:30 AM
Tadpole
152748
Level 1
152799
10:30 AM
Level 4
152924
Level 5
152934
10:30 AM
Level 3
152899
10:30 AM
Level 1
152802
11:00 AM
Starfish
152763
Starfish
152762
11:00 AM
Dolphin
152693
11:00 AM
Clownfish
152641
11:15 AM
Level 2
152841
Level 3
152882
11:15 AM
Level 1
152803
Level 1
152800
11:15 AM
Level 3
152885
Level 2
152856
11:30 AM
Private
153000/153001
Private
152994/152995
TIME
ALLEN BOLDEN
COURSE CODE
BAD KÖNIGSHOFEN
COURSE CODE
WOODLAND WEST
COURSE CODE
6:30 PM
Starfish
152766
Tadpole
152739
6:30 PM
Guppy
153039
Clownfish
152628
6:30 PM
Level 1
152804
Level 1
152806
6:30 PM
Level 2
152842
Level 2
152843
6:30 PM
Level 1
152807
Level 5
152937
6:30 PM
Level 4
152915
7:00 PM
Clownfish
152627
Starfish
152764
7:00 PM
Dolphin
152694
Dolphin
152695
7:15 PM
Level 3
152886
Level 3
152887
7:15 PM
Level 1
152805
Level 1
152817
7:15 PM
Level 5
152936
Level 4
152916
7:15 PM
Teen
152952
7:30 PM
Private
153002/153003
Private
153004/153005
7:30 PM
Whale
152718
Clownfish
152629
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SESSION 4 SWIM LESSONS • JULY 21-AUGUST 1, 2014
16
TIME
ALLEN BOLDEN
COURSE CODE
BAD KÖNIGSHOFEN
COURSE CODE
WOODLAND WEST
COURSE CODE
9:00 AM
Private
153010/153011
Clownfish
152630
9:00 AM
Dolphin
152697
Private
153006/153007
9:00 AM
Level 3
152890
Level 5
152938
9:00 AM
Level 5
152939
Level 1
152808
9:00 AM
Level 2
152847
9:00 AM
Level 4
152918
9:30 AM
Clownfish
152632
Starfish
152765
9:30 AM
Tadpole
152742
Whale
152719
9:45 AM
Level 1
152810
Level 3
152888
9:45 AM
Level 2
152848
Level 2
152844
9:45 AM
Private
153019/153022
9:45 AM
Level 3
152891
10:00 AM
Private
153025/153026
Tadpole
152740
10:00 AM
Whale
152720
Clownfish
152631
10:30 AM
Dolphin
152698
Dolphin
152696
10:30 AM
Clownfish
152633
Level 1
152809
10:30 AM
Private
153012/153013
Level 4
152917
10:30 AM
Level 4
152919
Level 2
152845
10:30 AM
Level 3
152892
10:30 AM
Level 1
152812
11:00 AM
Private
153014/153015
Guppy
153040
11:15 AM
Level 2
152849
Level 2
152846
11:15 AM
Level 1
152811
Dolphin
152707
11:15 AM
Level 6 DIVING
152950
Level 3
152889
11:30 AM
Guppy
153041
Private
153008/153009
11:30 AM
Clownfish
152634
11:30 AM
Private
153016/153017
TIME
ALLEN BOLDEN
COURSE CODE
BAD KÖNIGSHOFEN
COURSE CODE
WOODLAND WEST
COURSE CODE
6:30 PM
Starfish
152768
Starfish
152767
6:30 PM
Clownfish
152635
Dolphin
152701
6:30 PM
Level 1
152813
Level 6
152948
6:30 PM
Level 2
152850
Level 2
152852
6:30 PM
Level 5
152940
Level 3
152895
6:30 PM
Level 4
152920
7:00 PM
Private
153018/153020
Private
153034/153035
7:00 PM
Dolphin
152700
Whale
152722
7:15 PM
Level 1
152814
Level 1
152816
7:15 PM
Level 3
152893
Level 3
152894
7:15 PM
Level 2
152851
Level 4
152921
7:15 PM
Level 6
152946
7:30 PM
Guppy
153042
Dolphin
152702
7:30 PM
Whale
152721
Clownfish
152636
City of Arlington Parks and Recreation
SESSION 5 SWIM LESSONS • AUGUST 4-15, 2014 TIME
ALLEN BOLDEN
COURSE CODE
9:00 AM
Whale
152723
9:00 AM
Dolphin
152703
9:00 AM
Level 5
152941
9:00 AM
Level 2
152863
9:00 AM
Level 4
152922
9:30 AM
Private
153028/153029
9:30 AM
Tadpole
152743
9:45 AM
Level 2
152853
9:45 AM
Level 6 DIVING
152951
9:45 AM
Level 3
152896
10:00 AM
Private
153030/153031
10:00 AM
Whale
152724
10:30 AM
Dolphin
152704
10:30 AM
Clownfish
152638
10:30 AM
Level 4
152923
10:30 AM
Level 3
152897
10:30 AM
Level 1
152815
11:00 AM
Private
153032/153033
11:00 AM
Dolphin
152705
11:15 AM
Level 2
152854
11:15 AM
Level 1
152818
11:15 AM
Level 5
152942
11:30 AM
Guppy
153043
11:30 AM
Clownfish
152639
TIME
ALLEN BOLDEN
COURSE CODE
6:30 PM
Starfish
152769
6:30 PM
Clownfish
152640
6:30 PM
Level 2
152855
6:30 PM
Level 5
152943
6:30 PM
Level 4
152925
7:00 PM
Private
153021/153027
7:00 PM
Dolphin
152706
7:15 PM
Level 1
152819
7:15 PM
Level 3
152898
7:15 PM
Level 6
152949
7:30 PM
Tadpole
152747
7:30 PM
Whale
152725
BAD KÖNIGSHOFEN
COURSE CODE
WOODLAND WEST
COURSE CODE
Allen Bolden Session 5 Lessons meet Mon-Thurs. No Friday classes are held. Course fees are $48 for 8 classes. Private lessons at Bad Königshofen meet Mon-Fri. Private
152953
Private
152954/152957
Private
152955/152958
Private
152956/152959
BAD KÖNIGSHOFEN
COURSE CODE
WOODLAND WEST
COURSE CODE
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