Swim Programs
Parks provides a variety of free, water-based programs for all ages and levels, ranging from swim lessons to recreational swimming to training for swim team competition.
For more information about Parks' swim programs,
call Parks Citywide Aquatics at (718) 760-6969.
For general information about Parks & Recreation,
call 311 or (212) NEW-YORK from outside New York
City.
Outdoor (Summer)
Adapted Aquatics (All Ages)
Adapted Aquatics exercise offers a complete body workout for free and ranges from gentle walking in water to high-energy exercise.
Learn to Swim (Kids, Ages 1 1⁄2-14)
Learn to Swim is a free instructional program that runs at New York City’s public outdoor pools. The program teaches tots and children basic water safety and swimming skills.
Swim Team (Kids & Teens, Ages 6-18)
The free Swim Team program trains swimmers and organizes teams for the annual Citywide Borough Cup Championship swimming competition. Youth who can swim 50 yards in reasonably good form will be able to participate.
Lap Swimming (Adults, Ages 18+)
The free, annual outdoor adult lap swim program gives adults the chance to take to the water for health and fitness without interruption from other swimmers.
Senior Splash (Seniors, Ages 55+, and People with Disabilities of All Ages)
This free program offers water exercise classes, swim instruction, water ballet, and special activities for senior citizens and mentally and physically challenged persons.
Indoor (Fall/Winter/Spring)
Saturday Learn to Swim Lessons (All Ages)
The free Saturday Learn to Swim program offers classes for toddlers ages 3-5, children aged 6-14, and adults of all ages.
After School Learn to Swim Lessons (Kids, Ages 6-14)
These free swimming lessons for children, offered at pools across the City, are held on weekdays from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Swim Team (Kids & Teens, Ages 6-18)
The free Swim Team program trains swimmers and organizes teams for the annual Citywide Borough Cup Championship swimming competition. Youth who can swim 50 yards in reasonably good form will be able to participate.
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