Adult and Child Private Swimming Lessons

Availability

Private Swim Lessons are offered during the Fall and Spring semesters only.

• Spring Registrations Opens: Monday, January 12th
• Lessons Begin: the week of January 18th

Private Swim Lessons are not available during the summer semester.

Registration Requirements

• Participants must be current members of the Aquatics and Recreation Center (ARC).
• Registration mut be completed in person at the Campus Recreation Office.
• Lesson scheduling is coordinated based on instructor availability and participant preferences.
• Payment in full is required at the time of registration to confirm your spot.

Program Overview

We proudly offer Adult and Youth Private Swim Lessons for our members.  Participants receive one-on-one instruction from American Red Cross Certified Water Safety Instructors.  Whether you are a beginner learning basic skills or an advanced swimmer refining your stroke technique, our instructors are here to help you reach your goals.

• Each private lesson is 30 minutes in length
• Lessons are tailored to meet the participant's individual skill level and comfort in the water.
• Minimum Age: Participants must be at least 2 years old and potty trained.

Pricing

Policies

1. Cancellation & Rescheduling
   1. Participants must notify their instructor at least 24 hours in advance to reschedule a lesson.
   2. Cancellations with less than 24 hours' notice may result in forfeiture of that lesson.
2. No-Show Policy
   1. Failure to attend a scheduled lesson without prior notice will result in loss of that session without refund or makeup.
3. Refunds/Makeups
   1. Refunds/makeups are only issued in cases of instructor cancellation or documented medical circumstances.
4. Late Arrivals
   1. Lessons begin and end at the scheduled times.  Late arrivals will not receive additional time.
5. Parent/Guardian Guidelines (Youth Lessons)
   1. Parents and guardians may observe lessons from designated viewing areas.

How to Schedule Your Lessons

1. Visit the Campus Recreation Office to register and pay for your selected lesson package.
2. Complete the Private Swim Lesson Registration Form, including your availability and lesson goals.
3. You will be matched with an American Red Cross Certified Instructor based on your preferred days and times.
4. Your instructor will contact you directly to confirm your lesson schedule and start date.
5. Arrive a few minutes early for your first lesson, check in at the ARC Welcome Desk, and meet your instructor on the pool deck.

If you have any questions about our aquatics programs, please contact UTC Campus Recreation:

Kate Dennis
Phone:  (423) 425-4222
Email:  [email protected]