Department Programs : Aquatics

SLO Swim Center
902 Southwood Drive
(805) 781-7288

Activity Guide
The Activity Guide includes a full listing of current Aquatics programs.
Click here to view the most recent Activity Guide!

2011 Pool Closures (Updated 10/27/11)

November 18:  5:30-7 pm for Seahawk Gobbler Meet

November 19:  11:30 am-1:30 pm for Seahawk Gobbler Meet

November 20:  11:30 am-1:30 pm for Seahawk Gobbler Meet

November 24:  Thanksgiving

December 25:  Christmas

January 1:  New Year’s Day
 

Therapy/Tot Pool Recreational Swimming

The Therapy/Tot Pool not only offers new and unique programs, it also accommodates people of all ages. The shallow section of the pool is available for toddlers and accompanying adults, while the deeper section is available for adults and seniors to enjoy the pool for exercise and self-directed activities.

Aquatics Instruction Levels Check back for 2012 details in the spring!
Don't know the right class for your child? The Aquatics Instruction Level Enrollment Information for 2011 can help!

ARC Swimming Levels Check back for 2012 details in the spring!
ARC Swimming Levels - Courses 2011 contains an overview of the skills included and the exit skill requirements for each course offered.

Monthly Rates, Passcards and Swim Scripts
Fees for Aqua Aerobics and Lap Swimming may be paid monthly: $45 per month ($35 per month for youth/seniors). Passcards are $60 ($50 for youth/seniors) and are good for 20 swims. Swim scripts (books of 10 passes) are available for Aqua Aerobics, Lap Swimming and Recreation Swimming and may be purchased for $22.50/youth and seniors, $27/adults.

Aqua Aerobics

For a guided workout, try the shallow water aqua aerobics classes. This class is conducted in the shallow end of the main pool, in water that is kept at 80 degrees.

Lap Swimming
The Lap Swimming Program is time that can be utilized for several types of aquatic activities including: walking, kicking, physical therapy, aqua jogging, triathlon training, or working one-on-one with children.

*Therapy pool also available during these times.

Summer Recreational Swimming
This recreational aquatic program is open to people of all ages to swim, dive or play; makes for a great opportunity to have a family outing or a party. Diving boards are available and a few lanes will be open for adult lap swimmers. Check back for 2012 details in the spring!

Specialty Classes

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training
Title 22 First Aid/CPR for the Professional Rescuer
To register, call Robin or Graeme at 781-7288.
Session 1

*A check for $27 is collected the first night of training to cover American Red Cross administration fees and certificates.

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Training
To register, call Robin or Graeme at 781-7288.

*A check for $35 is collected the first night of training to cover American Red Cross administration fees and certificates.

Swim Lessons
Refer to the Activity Guide for information on private lessons and Therapy/Tot Pool Parent/Child Time. As our online registration is currently unavailable, please contact the SLO Swim Center during regular business hours at 781-7288 or email rperrin@slocity.org.

Warm Water Exercise Class
An instructor led exercise class conducted in the 88 degree waters of the therapy pool.

General Information
The SLO Swim Center, is located in Sinsheimer Park at the end of Southwood Drive (902 Southwood Drive). This is a 50 meter by 25 yard outdoor pool. The temperature controls are calibrated in an effort to keep the water between 79 and 81 degrees. In addition to the main pool, a therapy/tot pool is available year-round, with depths ranging from 1' to 4'. The temperature of the therapy pool is maintained at 88 degrees. The facility is equipped to meet all ADA requirements and staffed by certified and trained rescue personnel.

Safety is, and always will be the primary factor in determining the specifics of any activity offered at the SLO Swim Center.

For more information on Aquatics Programs, call the SLO Swim Center at 781-7288. Call 781-7284 for the monthly recorded message or email Robin Perrin, Recreation Supervisor, at rperrin@slocity.org to receive monthly email updates.

 

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