Swim Lessons

Fall & Winter

Swim lessons can save lives, and we're excited to offer a program that helps children develop the skills, confidence, and water safety awareness needed to become strong, independent swimmers. On the first day, your child will demonstrate their current water skills in a fun and supportive environment. Our instructors will gently assess abilities such as blowing bubbles, submerging underwater, floating, moving through the water, and demonstrating their best stroke to determine what they already know and what skills they're ready to develop next.

Based on this assessment, swimmers are placed with peers of similar ability so they feel comfortable, challenged, and ready to grow. With a low 4:1 student-to-instructor ratio, every child receives individualized attention and instruction tailored to their needs. Instructors continuously monitor progress and adjust goals as swimmers demonstrate confidence and mastery, introducing new skills and challenges to support continued growth and success in the water.

Our skill-based approach helps swimmers progress from water comfort and safety to independent swimming, advanced stroke development, and lifelong confidence in the water.

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS (1-on-1)

4 Yr Olds-Adults

Learning how to swim can save your life! Build confidence, develop lifelong water safety skills, and progress at your own pace with private swim lessons! One-on-one instruction allows swimmers of all ages (children, teens, adults) to receive personalized instruction tailored to their individual goals and abilities. With flexible scheduling and focused attention from an experienced instructor, private lessons are an excellent way to accelerate skill development and gain confidence in the water. Lessons are sold in bundles of three 30-minute sessions. 

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Cost: $99r/$114nr
  • Time: 7:00-7:30 PM
  • Location: Zeeland Recreation - East Warm Pool
  • Sept 14, 21, 28: Mon | Deadline: Sat, Sept 5
  • Sept 16, 23, 30: Wed | Deadline: Sat, Sept 5
  • Oct 5, 12, 19: Mon | Deadline: Sat, Sept 26
  • Oct 7, 14, 21: Wed | Deadline: Sat, Sept 26
  • Nov 2, 9, 16: Mon | Deadline: Sat, Oct 24
  • Nov 4, 11, 18: Wed | Deadline: Sat, Oct 24 
  • Nov 30, Dec 7, 14: Mon | Deadline: Sat, Nov 21
  • Dec 2, 9, 16: Wed | Deadline: Sat, Nov 21 
  • Jan 4, 11, 18: Mon | Deadline: Sat, Dec 26
  • Jan 6, 13, 20: Wed | Deadline: Sat, Dec 26
  • Jan 25, Feb 1, 8: Mon | Deadline: Sat, Jan 16
  • Jan 27, Feb 3, 10: Wed | Deadline: Sat, Jan 16
  • Feb 15, 22, Mar 1: Mon | Deadline: Sat, Feb 6 
  • Feb 17, 24, Mar 3: Wed | Deadline: Sat, Feb 6
  • Mar 8, 15, 22: Mon | Deadline: Sat, Feb 27 
  • Mar 10, 17, 24: Wed | Deadline: Sat, Feb 27 
  • Apr 12, 19, 26: Mon | Deadline: Sat, Apr 3 
  • Apr 14, 21, 28: Wed | Deadline: Sat, Apr 3 
  • May 3, 10, 17: Mon | Deadline: Sat, Apr 24
  • May 5, 12, 19: Wed | Deadline: Sat, Apr 24 

semi-private SWIM LESSONS (2-on-1)

4 Yr Olds-Adults

Enjoy the benefits of personalized swim instruction while learning alongside a friend or family member! Semi-Private Swim Lessons offer individualized coaching in a fun, supportive small-group setting for two participants. These lessons are ideal for children, teens, and adults looking to build confidence, improve swimming skills, and achieve personal goals together. 

Please Note: Semi-Private Swim Lessons are designed for two swimmers of similar ability who register together. One individual completes the registration and payment for both participants at the time of enrollment. 

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Cost: $166r/$196nr per pair
  • Time: 7:00-7:30 PM
  • Location: Zeeland Recreation - East Warm Pool
  • Sept 14, 21, 28: Mon | Deadline: Sat, Sept 5
  • Sept 16, 23, 30: Wed | Deadline: Sat, Sept 5
  • Oct 5, 12, 19: Mon | Deadline: Sat, Sept 26
  • Oct 7, 14, 21: Wed | Deadline: Sat, Sept 26
  • Nov 2, 9, 16: Mon | Deadline: Sat, Oct 24
  • Nov 4, 11, 18: Wed | Deadline: Sat, Oct 24 
  • Nov 30, Dec 7, 14: Mon | Deadline: Sat, Nov 21
  • Dec 2, 9, 16: Wed | Deadline: Sat, Nov 21 
  • Jan 4, 11, 18: Mon | Deadline: Sat, Dec 26
  • Jan 6, 13, 20: Wed | Deadline: Sat, Dec 26
  • Jan 25, Feb 1, 8: Mon | Deadline: Sat, Jan 16
  • Jan 27, Feb 3, 10: Wed | Deadline: Sat, Jan 16
  • Feb 15, 22, Mar 1: Mon | Deadline: Sat, Feb 6 
  • Feb 17, 24, Mar 3: Wed | Deadline: Sat, Feb 6
  • Mar 8, 15, 22: Mon | Deadline: Sat, Feb 27 
  • Mar 10, 17, 24: Wed | Deadline: Sat, Feb 27 
  • Apr 12, 19, 26: Mon | Deadline: Sat, Apr 3 
  • Apr 14, 21, 28: Wed | Deadline: Sat, Apr 3 
  • May 3, 10, 17: Mon | Deadline: Sat, Apr 24
  • May 5, 12, 19: Wed | Deadline: Sat, Apr 24 

parent-child swim lessons

6-42 Month Olds

Introduce your little one to the water in a safe, playful environment! Children will learn to feel comfortable in the water through songs, games, and gentle movement, learn to blow bubbles, submerge their face, and practice basic kicking and arm movements, all while gaining confidence and interacting more independently with instructors. 

Note on 3 Year Olds: While Preschool Lessons begin at age 3, Parent-Child Lessons are often the best fit for children who are new to swimming or still building comfort and confidence in the water. This supportive, in-water experience allows children to learn alongside a parent while developing foundational skills. 

Why Parents Love It: These early skills build water comfort, safety awareness, and the foundation needed for independent swimming

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Cost: $88r/$103nr
  • Instructor to Swimmer Ratio: 4-1
  • Location: Zeeland Recreation Pools
  • Sept 14-Oct 19: Mon | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Sept 16-Oct 21: Wed | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Sept 19-Oct 24: Sat | 9:00-9:30 AM
  • Nov 2-Dec 14 (Skip Nov 16): Mon | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Nov 4-Dec 16 (Skip Nov 18): Wed | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Nov 7-Dec 19 (Skip Nov 28): Sat | 9:00-9:30 AM
  • Jan 4-Feb 8: Mon | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Jan 6-Feb 10: Wed | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Jan 9-Feb 13: Sat | 9:00-9:30 AM
  • Feb 15-Mar 22: Mon | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Feb 17-Mar 24: Wed | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Feb 20-Mar 27: Sat | 9:00-9:30 AM
  • Apr 12-May 17: Mon | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Apr 14-May 19: Wed | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Apr 18-May 22: Sat | 9:00-9:30 AM

preschool swim lessons

3-5 Yr Olds

For children ready to explore swimming on their own! In this class, children learn to enter and exit the water safely and confidently, submerge their face, blow bubbles, and float independently. They will practice gliding on their front and back, kicking with support, arm movements, swim short distances and explore early freestyle patterns through fun drills.

Why Parents Love It: Preschoolers gain independence, comfort, and control in the water, preparing them for more advanced swimming skills as they grow.

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Cost: $88r/$103nr
  • Instructor to Swimmer Ratio: 4-1
  • Location: Zeeland Recreation Pools
  • Sept 14-Oct 19: Mon | 5:00-5:30 PM
  • Sept 14-Oct 19: Mon | 5:40-6:10 PM
  • Sept 16-Oct 21: Wed | 5:00-5:30 PM
  • Sept 16-Oct 21: Wed | 5:40-6:10 PM
  • Sept 17-Oct 22: Thur | 9:55-10:25 AM
  • Sept 19-Oct 24: Sat | 9:40-10:10 AM
  • Sept 19-Oct 24: Sat | 10:20-10:50 AM
  • Nov 2-Dec 14 (Skip Nov 16): Mon | 5:00-5:30 PM
  • Nov 2-Dec 14 (Skip Nov 16): Mon | 5:40-6:10 PM
  • Nov 4-Dec 16 (Skip Nov 18): Wed | 5:00-5:30 PM
  • Nov 4-Dec 16 (Skip Nov 18): Wed | 5:40-6:10 PM
  • Nov 5-Dec 17 (Skip Nov 26): Thur | 9:55-10:25 AM
  • Nov 2-Dec 24 (Skip Nov 28): Sat | 9:40-10:10 AM
  • Nov 2-Dec 24 (Skip Nov 28): Sat | 10:20-10:50 AM
  • Jan 4-Feb 8: Mon | 5:00-5:30 PM
  • Jan 4-Feb 8: Mon | 5:40-6:10 PM
  • Jan 6-Feb 10: Wed | 5:00-5:30 PM
  • Jan 6-Feb 10: Wed | 5:40-6:10 PM
  • Jan 7-Feb 11: Thur | 9:55-10:25 AM
  • Jan 9-Feb 13: Sat | 9:40-10:10 AM
  • Jan 9-Feb 13: Sat | 10:20-10:50 AM
  • Feb 15-Mar 22: Mon | 5:00-5:30 PM
  • Feb 15-Mar 22: Mon | 5:40-6:10 PM
  • Feb 17-Mar 24: Wed | 5:00-5:30 PM
  • Feb 17-Mar 24: Wed | 5:40-6:10 PM
  • Feb 18-Mar 25: Thur | 9:55-10:25 AM
  • Feb 20-Mar 27: Sat | 9:40-10:10 AM
  • Feb 20-Mar 27: Sat | 10:20-10:50 AM
  • Apr 12-May 17: Mon | 5:00-5:30 PM
  • Apr 12-May 17: Mon | 5:40-6:10 PM
  • Apr 14-May 19: Wed | 5:00-5:30 PM
  • Apr 14-May 19: Wed | 5:40-6:10 PM
  • Apr 15-May 20: Thur | 9:55-10:25 AM
  • Apr 17-May 22: Sat | 9:40-10:10 AM
  • Apr 17-May 22: Sat | 10:20-10:50 AM

youth swim lessons

6-12 Yr Olds

This class is designed for children ready to refine their skills and become confident, well-rounded swimmers. Participants will learn freestyle with controlled breathing and backstroke while building confidence through floating, gliding, kicking, and water safety skills. Swimmers will practice swimming longer distances, treading water, and jumping into deeper water while developing the foundation needed for advanced stroke development. 

Why Parents Love It: Youth swimmers progress from basic independent swimming to confident freestyle and backstroke while building endurance, water safety skills, and the foundation needed for advanced stroke development. 

Ready for the Next Challenge? Swimmers who have mastered foundational swim skills and are comfortable in deep water may be eligible for our Deep Water Swim Skills program. Unsure if your swimmer is ready? Contact Programming Secretary Robyn DeYoung at rdeyoung@zps.org to schedule a free 10-minute swim assessment. 

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Cost: $88r/$103nr
  • Instructor to Swimmer Ratio: 4-1
  • Location: Zeeland Recreation Pools
  • Sept 14-Oct 19: Mon | 5:00-5:30 PM
  • Sept 14-Oct 19: Mon | 5:40-6:10 PM
  • Sept 16-Oct 21: Wed | 5:00-5:30 PM
  • Sept 16-Oct 21: Wed | 5:40-6:10 PM
  • Sept 19-Oct 24: Sat | 9:40-10:10 AM
  • Sept 19-Oct 24: Sat | 10:20-10:50 AM
  • Nov 2-Dec 14 (Skip Nov 16): Mon | 5:00-5:30 PM
  • Nov 2-Dec 14 (Skip Nov 16): Mon | 5:40-6:10 PM
  • Nov 4-Dec 16 (Skip Nov 18): Wed | 5:00-5:30 PM
  • Nov 4-Dec 16 (Skip Nov 18): Wed | 5:40-6:10 PM
  • Nov 2-Dec 24 (Skip Nov 28): Sat | 9:40-10:10 AM
  • Nov 2-Dec 24 (Skip Nov 28): Sat | 10:20-10:50 AM
  • Jan 4-Feb 8: Mon | 5:00-5:30 PM
  • Jan 4-Feb 8: Mon | 5:40-6:10 PM
  • Jan 6-Feb 10: Wed | 5:00-5:30 PM
  • Jan 6-Feb 10: Wed | 5:40-6:10 PM
  • Jan 9-Feb 13: Sat | 9:40-10:10 AM
  • Jan 9-Feb 13: Sat | 10:20-10:50 AM
  • Feb 15-Mar 22: Mon | 5:00-5:30 PM
  • Feb 15-Mar 22: Mon | 5:40-6:10 PM
  • Feb 17-Mar 24: Wed | 5:00-5:30 PM
  • Feb 17-Mar 24: Wed | 5:40-6:10 PM
  • Feb 20-Mar 27: Sat | 9:40-10:10 AM
  • Feb 20-Mar 27: Sat | 10:20-10:50 AM
  • Apr 12-May 17: Mon | 5:00-5:30 PM
  • Apr 12-May 17: Mon | 5:40-6:10 PM
  • Apr 14-May 19: Wed | 5:00-5:30 PM
  • Apr 14-May 19: Wed | 5:40-6:10 PM
  • Apr 17-May 22: Sat | 9:40-10:10 AM
  • Apr 17-May 22: Sat | 10:20-10:50 AM

deep water skills for advanced swimmers

6-12 Yr Olds (with prerequisites)

Designed for advanced swimmers who are comfortable in deep water, this class focuses on refining stroke technique, building endurance, strengthening water safety skills, and increasing confidence swimming independently. Participants should be able to jump into deep water and return to the surface on their own, swim 25 yards each of freestyle and backstroke without assistance, tread water continuously for 60 seconds, maintain both a front and back float in deep water, and recover to a safe position and continue swimming independently. 

Not sure if your swimmer is ready? We offer a free 10-minute swim assessment to help determine whether Deep Water Swim Skills is the best fit. Email our Programming Secretary, Robyn DeYoung, at rdeyoung@zps.org to schedule an assessment prior to enrollment.

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Cost: $88r/$103nr
  • Instructor to Swimmer Ratio: 4-1
  • Location: Zeeland Recreation Pools
  • Sept 14-Oct 19: Mon | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Sept 16-Oct 21: Wed | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Nov 2-Dec 14 (Skip Nov 16): Mon | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Nov 4-Dec 16 (Skip Nov 18): Wed | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Jan 4-Feb 8: Mon | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Jan 6-Feb 10: Wed | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Feb 15-Mar 22: Mon | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Feb 17-Mar 24: Wed | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Apr 12-May 17: Mon | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Apr 14-May 19: Wed | 6:20-6:50 PM

teen swim lessons

13-17 Yrs Old

Learning to swim as a teenager can feel intimidating, especially if you haven’t had many opportunities to be in the water or feel unsure of your abilities. This class is designed specifically for teens ages 13–17 who are new to swimming or want to strengthen their foundational skills in a supportive and encouraging environment. Lessons focus on building comfort and confidence in the water through essential skills such as breathing, floating, body position, and safe movement. As swimmers become more comfortable, they will begin learning beginner-level front and back strokes while developing the skills needed for recreational swimming and water safety. Whether you're learning for the first time, preparing for aquatic activities with friends, or simply looking to become more confident around water, our instructors are here to help you succeed every step of the way.

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Cost: $88r/$103nr
  • Instructor to Swimmer Ratio: 4-1
  • Location: Zeeland Recreation Pools
  • Sept 14-Oct 19: Mon | 7:00-7:30 PM
  • Nov 2-Dec 14 (Skip Nov 23): Mon | 7:00-7:30 PM
  • Jan 4-Feb 8: Mon | 7:00-7:30 PM
  • Feb 15-Mar 22: Mon | 7:00-7:30 PM
  • Apr 12-May 17: Mon | 7:00-7:30 PM

adult swim lessons

18 Yrs Old+

Learning to swim as an adult can feel intimidating, especially if you haven't had the opportunity, have limited experience in the water, or want to overcome long-standing fears. This class is designed specifically for adults ages 18 and older who are ready to build confidence and develop essential swimming skills. Our supportive, judgment-free environment allows participants to learn at a comfortable pace while focusing on water safety, breathing techniques, floating, body position, and basic movement through the water. As confidence grows, swimmers will progress to beginner-level front and back strokes and gain the skills needed to enjoy aquatic activities with greater comfort and independence. No matter your starting point, our instructors are committed to helping you feel safe, capable, and confident in the water while celebrating every milestone along the way.

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Cost: $88r/$103nr
  • Instructor to Swimmer Ratio: 4-1
  • Location: Zeeland Recreation Pools
  • Sept 16-Oct 21: Wed | 7:00-7:30 PM
  • Nov 4-Dec 16 (Skip Nov 25): Wed | 7:00-7:30 PM
  • Jan 6-Feb 10: Wed | 7:00-7:30 PM
  • Feb 17-Mar 24: Wed | 7:00-7:30 PM
  • Apr 14-May 19: Wed | 7:00-7:30 PM

homeschool swim program

5-12 Yr Olds

This class is designed for children ready to build confidence and become stronger, more well-rounded swimmers. Participants will develop freestyle with side breathing, backstroke, floating, gliding, kicking, treading water, and other essential water safety skills while increasing endurance and confidence in deeper water. Each session includes a 30-minute instructor-led lesson followed by 30 minutes of free swim time, giving swimmers extra opportunities to practice skills, build endurance, and enjoy time with their homeschool peers. Swimmers who master these foundational skills may be ready for our Deep Water Swim Skills program. If you're unsure whether your swimmer is ready, contact Programming Secretary Robyn DeYoung at rdeyoung@zps.org to schedule a free 10-minute swim assessment.

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Cost: $88r/$103nr 
  • Sept 14-Oct 19: Mon | 9:00 AM
  • Sept 14-Oct 19: Mon | 10:00 AM
  • Nov 2-Dec 14 (Skip Nov 23): Mon | 9:00 AM
  • Nov 2-Dec 14 (Skip Nov 23): Mon | 10:00 AM
  • Jan 4-Feb 8: Mon | 9:00 AM
  • Jan 4-Feb 8: Mon | 10:00 AM
  • Feb 15-Mar 22: Mon | 9:00 AM
  • Feb 15-Mar 22: Mon | 10:00 AM

  • Location: Zeeland Rec - East Warm Pool

homeschool family open swim

All Ages

Take a midweek break and make a splash together! Homeschool Family Open Swim offers dedicated pool time for families of all ages—from infants to adults—to swim, play, and enjoy the water at their own pace. Families can take advantage of the diving board, youth slide, basketball hoops, and a variety of toys, floats, life jackets, puddle jumpers, and infant floats. Whether you're building water confidence, practicing skills, or simply having fun together, this open swim provides a welcoming space for family recreation and connection.

Note: Open Swim is open to the general public on school half-days, snow days, and select holidays and may not be exclusive to homeschool families on those dates. 


Free Open Swim While Enrolled In GROUP Swim Lessons

To encourage our swimmers to practice their skills between lessons, each child who enrolls in our group swim lessons will receive a family open swim certificate that will allow FREE unlimited access for their immediate family to open swim for the duration of their swim lesson session. Family open swim certificates will be handed out on the first day of swim lessons and may be redeemed for a Splash Pass at the service desk. One certificate per family. Certificates are non-transferrable.