Swim Lessons at Willowood
Our highly respected swim lesson program is open to both members and the local community.
At Willowood, we believe that swimming is an essential life skill for children. Not only is it a fun activity and a great source of exercise, but it also plays a critical role in water safety. Learning to swim can truly save a life.
Who Can Participate?
- Lessons are available for children ages 3 and up.
- If your child is only 3, please consider whether they can follow instructions and cooperate in a small group setting (3 children per instructor) before registering.
Session Details
- Each participant will receive a personalized evaluation and a certificate of completion at the end of the session.
- Class sizes are limited, so we encourage early registration to secure a spot.
- To minimize distractions, parents are asked to remain on the grass near the Manager’s office during lessons.
Final Lesson & Special Activities
On the last day of the session, children will have the exciting opportunity to go down the slide and jump off the diving board as part of their progress celebration!
Interested in Private Lessons?
We also offer one-on-one swim lessons for those looking for personalized instruction. More details and signup will begin after the pool has opened for the season.
Swim Lesson Levels
Our swim program is designed to help swimmers build confidence and develop essential water safety and swimming skills at their own pace.
Level 1: Water Comfort & Safety
- Focuses on basic water safety and helping swimmers feel comfortable in the water.
- Introduces positive swimming habits and safe practices in and around the pool.
- Swimmers may begin their lessons in the wading (baby) pool to gradually build confidence.
Level 2: Fundamental Skills
- Builds on basic water skills by teaching swimmers to float without support and regain a vertical position.
- Introduces independent front and back swimming without assistance.
Level 3: Stroke Development & Water Survival
- Provides additional guided practice to refine skills.
- Introduces survival floating, seated diving, and treading water.
- Swimmers learn freestyle, elementary backstroke, scissor kick, and dolphin kick.
Level 4: Stroke Proficiency & Endurance
- Enhances confidence in previously learned strokes while introducing advanced techniques.
- Swimmers refine freestyle and elementary backstroke, increasing endurance with longer distances.
- Teaches backstroke, butterfly, breaststroke, and basic flip turns.
Each level is structured to ensure swimmers gain the skills and confidence needed to progress safely and successfully. If you’re unsure which level is best for your child, our instructors are happy to help with placement!
2026 Lesson Schedule
Morning Classes
- Duration: 30 minutes
- Days: Monday – Thursday
- Session Length: Two weeks
- Class Times: 9:00 AM, 9:40 AM, 10:20 AM, 11:00 AM
Evening Classes
- Duration: 30 minutes
- Days: Monday – Thursday (with the exception of 7/8 which will be made up on 7/10)
- Session Length: Two weeks
- Class Times: 6:00 PM, 6:40 PM, 7:20 PM
Make-Up Lessons
If a lesson is canceled due to inclement weather, we will attempt to schedule a make-up session on the following Friday (if possible). Additional make-up lessons may be scheduled during the week following the session.
Cancellation Policy
Swim lessons may be canceled if:
- Inclement weather occurs
- The outside temperature is below 68°F
In case of cancellation, you will receive a text message from the Swim Lesson Coordinator at least 45 minutes before the scheduled start time. Make-up dates will be announced as soon as staffing is confirmed.
- Session
Session 1: June 8-18
Session 2: July 6-16
Session 3: July 27 – August 6
- Days
- Morning Lessons
Week 1: June 8, 9, 10, 11
Week 2: June 15, 16, 17, 18Evening Lessons
Week 1: June 8, 9, 10, 11
Week 2: June 15, 16, 17, 18 - Morning Lessons
Week 1: July 6, 7, 8, 9
Week 2: July, 13, 14, 15, 16Evening Lessons
Week 1: July 6, 7, 9, 10
Week 2: July, 13, 14, 15, 16
**No evening lesson on 7/8 due to Willowood Invitational - Morning Lessons
Week 1: July 27, 28, 29, 30
Week 2: August 3, 4, 5, 6
Registration Information
Session Pricing
- Members: $90 per session
- Non-Members: $135 per session
How to Register
When registering your child, you will select the session, time slot, and skill level.
- Time slots include mixed skill levels.
- Each session is limited to 20 children.
- Children will be grouped by skill level before the session begins.
- Level 1 (beginner) swimmers in morning classes may spend time in the wading (baby) pool.
Registration Dates
- Members: Online registration opens April 1, 2026, at 8:00 AM – you must be logged into your account and dues paid for the season
- Non-Members: Registration opens April 8, 2026, at 8:00 AM
For any questions regarding swim lessons, please email [email protected].