Swim Lessons

Dolphin Swim School

The Dolphin Swim School is an ideal learn-to-swim program for novice swimmers. 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. 

Currently offered at acac Albemarle Square and Crozet Park Aquatics & Fitness Center.

Member | $150

Non-member | $180

Dives, Turns, Streamlines, & Sprints Summer Clinic

Perfect your technique with an Olympian! Join acac Downtown’s, Svetlana Vanyo, for her Dives, Turns, Streamlines, & Sprints Summer Clinic.

Your child will have the opportunity to work with the Diving Block Reaction System.
Must be able to commit to once-a-week sessions (45 min ea).

Location: acac Downtown
Session Dates: June 12- July 29, 2023
Pricing: Members $199 | Non-Members $220

Mondays
 9:40-10:10am (5-8 years) Dolphins Warm Pool
10:15-11:00am (13-16 years)
11:00-11:45am (7-9 years)
11:45am-12:30pm (7-9 years)
12:30-1:15pm (12 and over)

Tuesdays
10:15-11:00am Sharks (6-8 years)
11:00-11:45am (7-10 years)
1:00-1:45pm (12 and over)

Wednesdays
9:40-10:10am (5-8 years) Dolphins Warm Pool
10:15-11:00am (6-8 years) Sharks

Thursdays
11:00-11:45am (mixed)

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 program requiring time at home to complete assignments and less lecture time on site. Participants can expect to spend six to eight hours of time before class dates to complete the work. 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.

All online work must be completed before your class begins.

Must be 15 years old, able to swim 300 yards without rest/stop, dive 10’ retrieve a 10lb. brick, and kick on your back with the brick for 20 yards, and tread water for two minutes without using your arms.

A $65 fee will be charged to those who do not pass the prerequisite skills, drop or transfer to another class.

*COVID-19 guidelines are being followed throughout each session. Each participant will be required to bring a family member who is a deep water swimmer to be their in-water victim each day. Family member should arrive at 1:00pm on Saturday sessions and 12:00pm on Sunday sessions.

Pricing

• Members | $245
• Non-members | $285
• Refunds only given for medical reasons or 10 days prior to class start. $65 non-refundable registration fee applies when a participant cancels or changes classes.

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

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Crozet Park Aquatics & Fitness Center

Saturday Sessions – Once per week for 4 weeks
Session 1: Sept 5 – 26
Session 2: Oct 3 – 24
Session 3: Oct 31 – Nov 21
Session 4: Nov 28 – Dec 19

Mini Dolphins | Ages 3 – 5
Levels 1 – 4 | 30-minute group lessons
Saturdays | 10:00 – 10:30am

Dolphins / Mighty Dolphins | Ages 5 – 10
Levels 1 – 6 | 45-minute group lessons
Saturdays | 10:30am – 11:15am

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Weekday Sessions – Twice per week for 3 weeks (Tuesday/Thursdays)
Session 1: Sept 22 – Oct 8
Session 2: Oct 13 – 29

Mini Dolphins | Ages 3 – 5
Levels 1 – 4 | 30-minute group lessons
Tuesday/Thursdays | 5:00-5:30pm

Dolphins / Mighty Dolphins | Ages 5 – 10
Levels 1 – 6 | 45-minute group lessons
Tuesday/Thursdays | 5:30-6:15pm

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Price per session – includes 4 30-minute lessons (Mini Dolphins)
Member $52 | Non-member $62

Price per session – includes 4 45-minute lessons (Dolphins / Mighty Dolphins)
Member $73 | Non-member $88

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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.

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