Swim Lessons

Discover the joy of swimming at any stage of life with our comprehensive swim lessons designed to accommodate all ages. Whether you are a child taking your first plunge, an adult looking to enhance your aquatic skills, or a senior aiming to stay active and confident in the water, our inclusive program offers personalized instruction and a welcoming environment for learners of every generation.

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2026 Summer Schedule

  • Swim Lessons are offered at Emeryville Center of Community Life (ECCL) Aquatic Facility

  • Registration starts on Wednesday, March 11 2026 @ 9:00am

  • Summer Swim Lessons take place June 22 - September 27

  • Summer Swim Lessons will be offered in the following formats.

Weekdays (Monday - Thursday)

  • Weekday group swim lessons are two week session (8 lessons). Swim lesson classes are 25 minutes each.

  • Weekday private swim lessons are one-week sessions (4 lessons M-Th, 25 minutes each).

Weekends (Saturdays)

  • Saturday group swim lessons are 2-week sessions (2 lessons). Swim lesson classes are 25 minutes each.

  • Saturday private swim lessons are 2-week sessions (2 lessons).

Types of Swim Lessons

Group Lessons

  • Group Lessons can be found in 2 or 8-day class sessions

  • Lessons meet Monday - Thursday or Saturdays only.

  • Each class is 25 minutes

Private Lessons

  • Meets for 2 or 4-day class sessions

  • Lessons meet either Monday - Thursday or Saturdays only.

  • Each class is 25 minutes

Fees:

Lesson Type

Fees

Weekday Group

$109R/$115NR

Weekday Private

$109R/$115NR

Saturday Group

$27.25R/28.75NR

Saturday Private

$54.50R/57.50NR

R: Resident NR: Non-Resident

Which Swim Lesson Level Am I?

The Aquatics staff advises you to enroll your child in the class that best fits your child's ability. Some types also have age requirements.

You can find an overview of the skills learned at each level with our Swim Lesson Placement Chart(PDF, 365KB).

Swim Lessons Helpful Tips

  • Arrive on time and ready to swim.

  • Please check in at the front desk of Pool/Gym lobby before entering the Aquatic Facility

  • All swim lessons involve hands-on instruction by Emeryville staff

  • Please review our swim attire policy

Still unsure about swim lesson levels? Feel free to contact james.ginley@emeryville.org 

Emeryville Community Services Credit and Refund Policy

 Please refer to ourCommunity Servicesmain page for the Credit and Refund Policy

 

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