Swim Lessons

Summer Dives, Turns, Streamlines, & Sprints Clinic

Perfect your technique with an Olympian! Join acac Downtown’s Summer Clinic. Your child will have the opportunity to work with the Diving Block Reaction System.

Please email [email protected] as soon as possible to secure your spot!

INFORMATION
Session Dates
June 10 – July 26 2024
Pricing
Members: $199 | Non-members: $220

SCHEDULE
Mondays
11:00-11:45am | Ages 7-9
11:45am-12:30pm | Ages 9–11
12:30-1:15pm | Ages 11-14
1:15pm-2:00pm | Ages 13+
3:00-3:45pm | Mixed ages
Tuesdays
11:00-11:45am | Ages 11+
11:45am-12:30pm | Ages 7-10
12:30-1:15pm | Ages 9-11
1:15-2:00pm | Ages 5-8
2:00-2:45pm | Mixed ages
2:45-3:15pm | Mixed ages
Wednesdays
11:00-11:30am | Ages 5-8
11:30-12:00pm | Ages 7-12

Elite Performance Program

The Elite Performance Program is designed for athletes striving to elevate their training and unlock their full potential. Small groups instructed by expert coaches include land-and water-based training specifically designed to meet the swimmer’s needs. This progressive program is ideal for athletes looking to advance their swim skills. Email [email protected] to sign up.

PRE-SUMMER CLINIC
Dates: April 6 – May 25 (8-week sessions)
Times: Saturdays at 11:30am – 12:30pm
Pricing: $200 members | $230 nonmembers
Give your swimmer a head start! The EPP Pre-Summer Clinic prepares swimmers for the challenges of a competitive team environment. It’s the perfect way to start for those who are not quite ready to swim a full competitive schedule but are looking for more than just a swim lesson. These practice-style classes focus on refining all four competitive strokes, starts, and turns while building endurance!

Dolphin Swim School

The Dolphin Swim School is an ideal learn-to-swim program for novice swimmers ages 3+. Our instructors are trained in the Starfish Aquatic International Swim School curriculum, focusing on creating safer swimmers by developing swim and safety skills. The program includes 8, 30-minute classes designed to help students develop a foundation of swimming skills in a child-centered environment. Group size may range from 3 to 6 participants, meeting 1/week for 8 weeks.

Spring registration now open!
Available at acac Albemarle Square, Downtown, and Crozet Park Aquatics & Fitness Center.

Member | $150

Non-member | $180

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training & Certification

Learn to respond to aquatic emergencies with this comprehensive training. Upon completion, participants receive certifications in Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR for the Professional, and AED.

All classes use a blended learning model, requiring students to complete eLearning modules at home. All students should complete this coursework 2 days prior to the start of the course. Participants not prepared for a class must transfer to a later class date.

Once registered, a letter will be sent out via email 10 days prior to the start of class explaining how to access online work. Please read and follow the directions carefully. Failure to follow these directions will cause a move to another class and a $65 change.

Students must be 15 years old by the last day of the course to participate.

Students must pass a preliminary pre-requisite swim test to continue with the rest of the course. This test includes a swim-tread-swim and timed-event sequence.
**Students should be able to comfortably swim 350 yards before participating. Those who do not pass the prerequisite resting will receive a 50% refund.

For questions, please email [email protected].

UPCOMING TRAININGS
Lifeguard Recertification Course
Sunday, September 15 | acac Albemarle Square
Pricing: Members | $150, Non-Members | $180
Lifeguard Certification Course
Friday, September 20 – Sunday, September 22 | acac Albemarle Square
Pricing: Members | $250, Non-Members | $290
Email [email protected] or sign up on the member app/portal.

Limited spots available. Contact us for more information.

Group Swim Lessons

acac offers group lessons for children ages 6 months to 9 years old.

acac Albemarle Square

*Swim lessons are available, but there is a current waitlist. Please fill out the interest form to be placed on the waitlist.

Swim Levels:

Level 1 – Cannot swim at all, will not get face wet, fear of the water
Level 2 – Cannot swim but loves the water
Level 3 – Can swim on the surface or underwater for short distances unassisted
Level 4 – Can swim on front and back 10 or more yards, comfortable in deep water
Level 5 – Can swim 25 yards on front or back, working on improving technique
Level 6 – Can swim 100 yards nonstop ready to build endurance and further improve technique

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Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday sessions – Once per week for 4 weeks

DOLPHIN BABIES | AGES 6 MONTHS TO 3 YEARS

One parent or caregiver must be in the water with each child. Swim diapers are required.

• Thursday | 9:30-10:00 AM
• Saturday | 9:30-10:00 AM | 10:15 – 10:45 AM

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MINI DOLPHINS | AGES 3 TO 5

[ 4:1*] | Levels 1 – 2

• Tuesday | 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM | 6:00 – 6:30 PM
• Thursday | 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM | 6:00 – 6:30 PM
• Saturday | 10:50 – 11:20 AM | 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM

* Max. swimmer to instructor ratio

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DOLPHINS | AGES 5 AND OVER

[5:1*] | Level 3

• Tuesday | 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM | 6:00 – 6:30 PM

* Max. swimmer to instructor ratio

[5:1*] | Level 4

• Saturday | 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM

* Max. swimmer to instructor ratio

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Price per session – includes 4 30-minute lessons (Dolphin Babies & Mini Dolphins)

• Member: $60
• Non-member: $70

Price per session – includes 4 45-minute lessons (Dolphins, ages 5 and up)

• Member: $80
• Non-member: $95

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acac Downtown

MINI DOLPHINS | AGES 3 YEARS TO 5 YEARS

One parent or caregiver must be in the water with each child. Swim diapers are required.

• Sunday | 2:45 PM-3:15 PM | Level 1-2
• Thursday | 5:10 PM-5:40 PM | Level 3-4

Cost | $88 for 4 lessons *must commit to 3 sessions—no make-up lessons.
Location | Downtown Warm pool & Activity Pool.
Coaches | Svetlana Vanyo, Athena Vanyo, Iris Rodriguez, Debbie JO McGowan.

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BABY AND ME SWIM CLASS | AGES 6 MONTHS TO 3 YEARS

One parent or caregiver must be in the water with each child. Swim diapers are required.

• Sunday | 4:00 PM

Cost | $88 for 4 lessons *must commit to 3 sessions—no make-up lessons.
Location | Downtown Warm Water Pool
Coach | Athena Vanyo

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acac Adventure Central Waterpark | 2023

Private Swim Lessons
Quality, individualized instruction for all levels and ages of swimming.

• Six 30-minute classes or Four 45-minute classes
• Scheduled at your convenience

30-Minutes:
1 pack | Members $45 | Non-members $52
6 pack | Members $220 | Non-Members $270

45-Minutes:
1 pack | Members $66 | Non-members $77
4 pack | Members $200 | Non-Members $245

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Semi-Private Lessons
Semi-private lessons allow you to have more quality time with your instructor while having the support of another swimmer. Two swimmers are required.

• Six 30-minute classes or Four 45-minute classes
• Scheduled at your convenience

30-Minutes:
1 pack | Members $31 | Non-members $38.50 (per person)
6 pack | Members $160 | Non-Members $200 (per person)

45-Minutes:
1 pack | Members $46 | Non-members $55 (per person)
4 pack | Members $143 | Non-Members $182 (per person)

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Special Group Lessons (3 People)
Special Group lessons allow you to have more quality time with your instructor while having the support of other swimmers. Three swimmers are required.

• Six 30-minute classes or Four 45-minute classes
• Scheduled at your convenience

30-Minutes:
4 pack | Members $68 | Non-members $80 (per person)

45-Minutes:
4 pack | Members $91 | Non-Members $108 (per person)

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Mini Dolphins
Ages 3-5 | Levels 1-4 | 30-Minute Group Lesson
Mon-Thurs 9:50-10:20am
Member $70 | Non-Member $80

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Mighty Dolphins
45-Minute Group Lesson
Member $80 | Non-Member $100

Semi-Private Swim Lessons

Semi-private swim lessons allow you to have more quality time with your instructor while having the support of another swimmer. Two swimmers minimum required.

• Six, 30-minute lessons
• Scheduled at your convenience

Rates

• Members | $159/per child
• Non-members | $199/per child

Private Swim Lessons

Quality, individualized instruction for swimmers of all ages & levels.

• Six, 30-minute lessons
• Scheduled at your convenience

Rates

• Members | $220
• Non-members | $269

Family Swim

At acac, we want community members of all ages to feel comfortable enjoying an active, healthy lifestyle–including youth and young adults.

Family Swim time is a dedicated time for our youth members and their families to enjoy the warm water pool.

Click here for the full aquatics schedule and to see updated time slots for Family Swim at acac.

Family Swim Policies:
1. Families (with children under 13) are allowed to use the warm water pool, for recreational swimming, only during designated Family Times.  Children under the age of 14 need to be supervised by their parents when in the Aquatics Center when there is not a guard on duty. Additionally, we do not cancel family time if there is not a guard available. During these times parents MUST closely monitor their children.
2. Outside of Family Time, families with children, who can swim a lap independently, may reserve both sides of a lane (A&B) for lap swimming or to work with their kids on swimming (we do not allow outside swim instructors to provide instruction within acac).  We do not allow families to reserve a lane for recreation during or outside of Family Time. 
3. During Family Time, we ask that all swimmers be mindful of all members using the space, regardless of why they are using the space. We do not allow “horse-play,” this would include chicken fights, play fighting with equipment, excessive breath holding competitions, etc. 
4. Families with children under the age of 8 need to be next to their children, preferably in the water at all times. 
5. Lifeguards, at any time, may ask weak swimmers to perform a swim test before being allowed into the deep portions of the pool. 
6. Children who are not potty-trained are required to wear swim diapers.
7. Families with swimmers in swim lessons, outside of family time, may not use the warm water pool with their other children who are not in lessons at the time.

Masters Swimming

Calling all beginner, intermediate and advanced lap swimmers: Masters Swimming continues with acac’s experienced coaches.

• Individual training sets in a group ‘swim team’ atmosphere (without the swim team commitment)
• Great for triathletes, former swimmers and new lap swimmers
• Train at your level
• Free with membership

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acac Albemarle Square

• Tuesdays |   8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

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Aquatics Small Group Training

acac Downtown

Swim with an Olympian!
Join acac Downtown Aquatics Instructor, Svetlana Vanyo, for her Small Group Training sessions!

Svetlana is specifically looking for athletes and swimmers who want to improve techniques and endurance. You must be able to swim 1,000 meters minimum per practice. This is a 6-month
program that is billed monthly.

• The program runs from August 21, 2023- June 8, 2024.
• Sessions will last 45 minutes and will occur once or twice a week.
• Dates and times of classes differ based on swimmers’ level and age.
• Four 45-minute sessions
• Members $88

Terrified Adult Swimmer Conquered | Albemarle Square

Most swim classes for adults teach floating and kicking first, then breathing. Our Terrified Adult Swimmer Conquered program teaches breathing first while standing on the bottom of a shallow pool. Each student decides when he or she is comfortable in the water, and then we introduce the floating stroke. All strokes are broken down into pieces and taught while standing. Repetition is key! 

Rates

• Members | $73
• Non-members | $88