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WaitlistAmerica Red Cross Aquatics Certification CoursesAmerican Red Cross Certification CoursesBecome certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers, and First Aid- valid 2 years. Attendance at all class sessions is mandatory. Age Prerequisite: Be at least 15 years old on or before the final scheduled session of the course. Skill Prerequisites: Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest: Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 150 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed) Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds: Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. (The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed). Submerge to a depth of 7-10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping the face out at or near the surface. Exit the water without using a ladder or steps. Become certified in American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor- valid 2 years. Attendance at all class sessions is mandatory. This is a blended learning class with online course work required before the first day of class. Age Prerequisite: Must be at least 15 years old by the last day of class. Skill Prerequisites: Demonstration of swimming skills equivalent to Red Cross Level 4 swim lesson requirements Swim the following strokes consistent with Level 4: Front Crawl, Back Crawl, Breaststroke, Elementary Backstroke & Sidestroke- 25 yards; Butterfly- 15 yards Back float for 1 minute (floating or sculling) Tread water for 1 minute Participants need to bring swim gear (no bikini suits), towels, pen, highlighter, water bottle, lunch and snacks each day. You will be in and out of the pool throughout each class so extra dry swim suits and towels are helpful. Course full? Please add your name to the waiting list! We will add another class if we have enough interest. Willmar Community Ed is currently hiring aquatic staff, applications are available HERE.2026 Summer -
Springboard DivingSpringboard DivingLearn basic diving skills progressing throughout the summer! Skill prerequisites: must be able to tread water for one minute and independently swim 25 yards (full length of pool) of a recognizable stroke. Introduction to Diving: Focusing on proper approaches and how to use the board. We will be working with dryland exercises as well as diving approaches. Diving Fundamentals: Focusing on proper use of the board, dryland exercises, working towards entering the water head first as well as introduction to other dives. Dive Strengthening: Focusing on proper approaches, head first dives, dryland exercises, and overall growing as a diver. This means STARTING to work on each dive category, the end goal is to do head first dives from each category (front, back, inward, twisters, and reverse). Participants must be able to enter the water headfirst. Dive Growth & Goals: Focusing on approaches, dryland exercises, and head first dives. These sessions will focus on growing overall diving lists, starting to do flips and more. These weeks will focus on growing both head first and feet first dives. Participants must have experience with approaches and basic dives, and be willing to work on more advanced dives. Seasons Greetings: Youth who are not in the sport itself but want to continue growing their diving experience are welcome! These sessions will focus on approaches, dryland exercises, and working on growing the techniques in the dives they already have secured. Participants should have at least three dives to join this class.2026 Summer -
Summer Mini Swim SessionsSwim LessonsMini Session #1: June 15-18 Mini Session #2: August 3-6 Our summer swim lessons are held at the Willmar High School pool. Adult + Child: ages 1-4 (child with parent/guardian) The purpose of this sesion is to provide a confidence-building experience while guiding adults in helping their child explore the aquatic environment through water play. Swim diapers are required in the pool for any children that are not yet potty trained. A parent, guardian, or household member (at least 15 years old) must accompany the child in the water. S26-SWIM-MINI-AD+CH Beginner- Introductory: ages 4+ Children will participate in a structured lesson with an emphasis on having a fun and fearless experience. They work on getting face wet, basic float techniques, rolling from front to back, and more. Safety skills include asking permission before entering the water and using a lifejacket. No prior swimming lessons required. S26-SWIM-MINI-BEG:INTRO Beginner- Confident: ages 4+ Students will work on the fundamentals of using a combined arm/leg motion and learn to achieve independent floats. The desired outcome is for the student to be comfortable with less instructor assistance. Safety skills include calling for help, throwing assists, and treading water. Prerequisite: Must be comfortable putting face in the water while doing assisted front float. S26-SWIM-MINI-BEG:CONF Beginner- Advanced: ages 5+ Students are practicing the front and back stroke, working toward swimming with face in the water and without assistance. Safety skills include treading water and survival float. Prerequisite: Independent front and back float. S26-SWIM-MINI-BEG:ADV Unsure of your child's swimming skill? Let us help you determine the appropriate swim level for your child in our program. Please call 320-231-8492 for more information. Registering for a wait listed class does not guarantee you a spot. The pool will open 10 minutes prior to the lesson No food or glass in pool area Swimwear is required, no street clothes in the pool Swim diapers are required for all swimmers who are incontinent or not yet potty trained No swim masks that cover the nose or nose plugs, goggles that cover the eyes only are fine We reserve the right to adjust the length of classes, combine classes, or cancel classes with low enrollment Cancellations at least 5 business days prior to the first class will receive program refund less a $10 processing fee Cancellations fewer than 5 business days prior to the start will receive a refund for half the class cost less a $10 processing fee2026 Summer -
AquaTotsSwim LessonsSummer session #1: June 22-25 and 29-July 2, 2026 Summer session #2: July 6-9 and 13-16, 2026 Summer session #3: July 20-23 and 27-30, 2026 AquaTots: ages 1-4 (with parent/guardian) The purpose of this class is to provide a confidence-building experience while guiding adults in helping their child explore the aquatic environment through water play. Swim diapers are required in the pool for any children that are not yet potty trained. A parent, guardian, or household member (at least 15 years old) must accompany the child in the water. Session 1 2:35-3:00 PM S26-SWIM-AT-FS1-2:35 Session 2 2:15-2:40 PM S26-SWIM-AT-FS2-2:15 Session 3 11:40 AM-12:05 PM S26-SWIM-AT-FS3-11:40 Tadpole: ages 4+ This class introduces a child to a structured lesson with an emphasis on having a fun and fearless experience. They work on getting face wet, basic float techniques, rolling from front to back, and more. Safety skills include asking permission before entering the water and using a lifejacket. No prior swimming lessons required. Octopus: ages 4+ Students will work on the fundamentals of the front and back stroke using a combined arm/leg motion and learn to achieve independent floats. The desired outcome is for the student to be comfortable with less instructor assistance. Safety skills include calling for help, throwing assists, and treading water. Prerequisite: Must be comfortable putting face in the water while doing assisted front float. Jellyfish: ages 5+ Students continue to work on the front and back stroke, working toward swimming 10 yards with face in the water and without assistance. Safety skills include treading water and survival float. Prerequisite: Independent front and back float. Seal: ages 5+ Students will work on freestyle and backstroke with an emphasis on rotary breathing, body roll, and arm extension. Safety skills include using a lifejacket. Prerequisite: Be able to swim 10 yards independently with face in the water (no doggy paddle). Sea Otter: ages 6+ Students continue to refine freestyle and backstroke for the full length of pool and butterfly is introduced. Safety skills include learning how to help others in an emergency. Swordfish: ages 6+ Students continue to refine freestyle, backstroke, and butterfly. The breaststroke, open and closed turns are introduced. Safety skills include water safety concepts, treading water, and survival float. Unsure of your child's swimming skill? Let us help you determine the appropriate swim level for your child in our program. Please call 320-231-8492 for more information. Registering for a wait listed class does not guarantee you a spot. Our swim lessons are held at the Willmar Senior High School pool. Cancellations at least 5 business days prior to the first class will receive program refund less a $10 processing fee. Cancellations fewer than 5 business days prior to the start will receive a refund for half the class cost less a $10 processing fee. We reserve the right to adjust the length of classes, combine classes, or cancel classes with low enrollment. The pool will open 10 minutes prior to the lesson. no food in pool area participants should wear a swimsuit no swim masks that cover the nose or nose plugs, goggles that cover the eyes only are fine2026 Summer
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WaitlistTadpoleSwim LessonsSummer session #1: June 22-25 and 29-July 2, 2026 Summer session #2: July 6-9 and 13-16, 2026 Summer session #3: July 20-23 and 27-30, 2026 AquaTots: ages 1-4 (with parent/guardian) The purpose of this class is to provide a confidence-building experience while guiding adults in helping their child explore the aquatic environment through water play. Swim diapers are required in the pool for any children that are not yet potty trained. A parent, guardian, or household member (at least 15 years old) must accompany the child in the water. Tadpole: ages 4+ This class introduces a child to a structured lesson with an emphasis on having a fun and fearless experience. They work on getting face wet, basic float techniques, rolling from front to back, and more. Safety skills include asking permission before entering the water and using a lifejacket. No prior swimming lessons required. Session 1 9:30-10:00 AM S26-SWIM-TP-FS1-9:30 Session 1 11:00-11:30 AM S26-SWIM-TP-FS1-11:00 Session 1 1:55-2:25 PM S26-SWIM-TP-FS1-1:55 Session 2 10:15-10:45 AM S26-SWIM-TP-FS2-10:15 Session 2 1:35-2:05 PM S26-SWIM-TP-FS2-1:35 Session 3 10:15-10:45 AM S26-SWIM-TP-FS3-10:15 Session 3 11:40 AM-12:10 PM S26-SWIM-TP-FS3-11:40 Session 3 2:35-3:05 PM S26-SWIM-TP-FS3-2:35 Octopus: ages 4+ Students will work on the fundamentals of the front and back stroke using a combined arm/leg motion and learn to achieve independent floats. The desired outcome is for the student to be comfortable with less instructor assistance. Safety skills include calling for help, throwing assists, and treading water. Prerequisite: Must be comfortable putting face in the water while doing assisted front float. Jellyfish: ages 5+ Students continue to work on the front and back stroke, working toward swimming 10 yards with face in the water and without assistance. Safety skills include treading water and survival float. Prerequisite: Independent front and back float. Seal: ages 5+ Students will work on freestyle and backstroke with an emphasis on rotary breathing, body roll, and arm extension. Safety skills include using a lifejacket. Prerequisite: Be able to swim 10 yards independently with face in the water (no doggy paddle). Sea Otter: ages 6+ Students continue to refine freestyle and backstroke for the full length of pool and butterfly is introduced. Safety skills include learning how to help others in an emergency. Swordfish: ages 6+ Students continue to refine freestyle, backstroke, and butterfly. The breaststroke, open and closed turns are introduced. Safety skills include water safety concepts, treading water, and survival float. Unsure of your child's swimming skill? Let us help you determine the appropriate swim level for your child in our program. Please call 320-231-8492 for more information. Registering for a wait listed class does not guarantee you a spot. Our swim lessons are held at the Willmar Senior High School pool. Cancellations at least 5 business days prior to the first class will receive program refund less a $10 processing fee. Cancellations fewer than 5 business days prior to the start will receive a refund for half the class cost less a $10 processing fee. We reserve the right to adjust the length of classes, combine classes, or cancel classes with low enrollment. The pool will open 10 minutes prior to the lesson. no food in pool area participants should wear a swimsuit no swim masks that cover the nose or nose plugs, goggles that cover the eyes only are fine2026 Summer
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WaitlistOctopusSwim LessonsSummer session #1: June 22-25 and 29-July 2, 2026 Summer session #2: July 6-9 and 13-16, 2026 Summer session #3: July 20-23 and 27-30, 2026 AquaTots: ages 1-4 (with parent/guardian) The purpose of this class is to provide a confidence-building experience while guiding adults in helping their child explore the aquatic environment through water play. Swim diapers are required in the pool for any children that are not yet potty trained. A parent, guardian, or household member (at least 15 years old) must accompany the child in the water. Tadpole: ages 4+ This class introduces a child to a structured lesson with an emphasis on having a fun and fearless experience. They work on getting face wet, basic float techniques, rolling from front to back, and more. Safety skills include asking permission before entering the water and using a lifejacket. No prior swimming lessons required. Octopus: ages 4+ Students will work on the fundamentals of the front and back stroke using a combined arm/leg motion and learn to achieve independent floats. The desired outcome is for the student to be comfortable with less instructor assistance. Safety skills include calling for help, throwing assists, and treading water. Prerequisite: Must be comfortable putting face in the water while doing assisted front float. Session 1 9:30-10:00 AM S26-SWIM-OP-FS1-9:30 Session 1 11:00-11:30 AM S26-SWIM-OP-FS1-11:00 Session 1 1:55-2:25 PM S26-SWIM-OP-FS1-1:55 Session 2 10:15-10:45 AM S26-SWIM-OP-FS2-10:15 Session 2 1:35-2:05 PM S26-SWIM-OP-FS2-1:35 Session 2 2:15-2:45 PM S26-SWIM-OP-FS2-2:15 Session 3 10:15-10:45 AM S26-SWIM-OP-FS3-10:15 Session 3 2:35-3:05 PM S26-SWIM-OP-FS3-2:35 Jellyfish: ages 5+ Students continue to work on the front and back stroke, working toward swimming 10 yards with face in the water and without assistance. Safety skills include treading water and survival float. Prerequisite: Independent front and back float. Seal: ages 5+ Students will work on freestyle and backstroke with an emphasis on rotary breathing, body roll, and arm extension. Safety skills include using a lifejacket. Prerequisite: Be able to swim 10 yards independently with face in the water (no doggy paddle). Sea Otter: ages 6+ Students continue to refine freestyle and backstroke for the full length of pool and butterfly is introduced. Safety skills include learning how to help others in an emergency. Swordfish: ages 6+ Students continue to refine freestyle, backstroke, and butterfly. The breaststroke, open and closed turns are introduced. Safety skills include water safety concepts, treading water, and survival float. Unsure of your child's swimming skill? Let us help you determine the appropriate swim level for your child in our program. Please call 320-231-8492 for more information. Registering for a wait listed class does not guarantee you a spot. Our swim lessons are held at the Willmar Senior High School pool. Cancellations at least 5 business days prior to the first class will receive program refund less a $10 processing fee. Cancellations fewer than 5 business days prior to the start will receive a refund for half the class cost less a $10 processing fee. We reserve the right to adjust the length of classes, combine classes, or cancel classes with low enrollment. The pool will open 10 minutes prior to the lesson. no food in pool area participants should wear a swimsuit no swim masks that cover the nose or nose plugs, goggles that cover the eyes only are fine2026 Summer
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JellyfishSwim LessonsSummer session #1: June 22-25 and 29-July 2, 2026 Summer session #2: July 6-9 and 13-16, 2026 Summer session #3: July 20-23 and 27-30, 2026 AquaTots: ages 1-4 (with parent/guardian) The purpose of this class is to provide a confidence-building experience while guiding adults in helping their child explore the aquatic environment through water play. Swim diapers are required in the pool for any children that are not yet potty trained. A parent, guardian, or household member (at least 15 years old) must accompany the child in the water. Tadpole: ages 4+ This class introduces a child to a structured lesson with an emphasis on having a fun and fearless experience. They work on getting face wet, basic float techniques, rolling from front to back, and more. Safety skills include asking permission before entering the water and using a lifejacket. No prior swimming lessons required. Octopus: ages 4+ Students will work on the fundamentals of the front and back stroke using a combined arm/leg motion and learn to achieve independent floats. The desired outcome is for the student to be comfortable with less instructor assistance. Safety skills include calling for help, throwing assists, and treading water. Prerequisite: Must be comfortable putting face in the water while doing assisted front float. Jellyfish: ages 5+ Students continue to work on the front and back stroke, working toward swimming 10 yards with face in the water and without assistance. Safety skills include treading water and survival float. Prerequisite: Independent front and back float. Session 1 10:10-10:50 AM S26-SWIM-JF-FS1-10:10 Session 1 12:15-12:55 PM S26-SWIM-JF-FS1-12:15 Session 2 9:30-10:10 AM S26-SWIM-JF-FS2-9:30 Session 2 2:55-3:35 PM S26-SWIM-JF-FS2-2:55 Session 2 3:45-4:25 PM S26-SWIM-JF-FS2-3:45 Session 3 9:30-10:00 AM S26-SWIM-JF-FS3-9:30 Session 3 10:55-11:35 AM S26-SWIM-JF-FS3-10:55 Session 3 1:45-2:25 PM S26-SWIM-JF-FS3-1:45 Seal: ages 5+ Students will work on freestyle and backstroke with an emphasis on rotary breathing, body roll, and arm extension. Safety skills include using a lifejacket. Prerequisite: Be able to swim 10 yards independently with face in the water (no doggy paddle). Sea Otter: ages 6+ Students continue to refine freestyle and backstroke for the full length of pool and butterfly is introduced. Safety skills include learning how to help others in an emergency. Swordfish: ages 6+ Students continue to refine freestyle, backstroke, and butterfly. The breaststroke, open and closed turns are introduced. Safety skills include water safety concepts, treading water, and survival float. Unsure of your child's swimming skill? Let us help you determine the appropriate swim level for your child in our program. Please call 320-231-8492 for more information. Registering for a wait listed class does not guarantee you a spot. Our swim lessons are held at the Willmar Senior High School pool. Cancellations at least 5 business days prior to the first class will receive program refund less a $10 processing fee. Cancellations fewer than 5 business days prior to the start will receive a refund for half the class cost less a $10 processing fee. We reserve the right to adjust the length of classes, combine classes, or cancel classes with low enrollment. The pool will open 10 minutes prior to the lesson. no food in pool area participants should wear a swimsuit no swim masks that cover the nose or nose plugs, goggles that cover the eyes only are fine2026 Summer
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SealSwim LessonsSummer session #1: June 22-25 and 29-July 2, 2026 Summer session #2: July 6-9 and 13-16, 2026 Summer session #3: July 20-23 and 27-30, 2026 AquaTots: ages 1-4 (with parent/guardian) The purpose of this class is to provide a confidence-building experience while guiding adults in helping their child explore the aquatic environment through water play. Swim diapers are required in the pool for any children that are not yet potty trained. A parent, guardian, or household member (at least 15 years old) must accompany the child in the water. Tadpole: ages 4+ This class introduces a child to a structured lesson with an emphasis on having a fun and fearless experience. They work on getting face wet, basic float techniques, rolling from front to back, and more. Safety skills include asking permission before entering the water and using a lifejacket. No prior swimming lessons required. Octopus: ages 4+ Students will work on the fundamentals of the front and back stroke using a combined arm/leg motion and learn to achieve independent floats. The desired outcome is for the student to be comfortable with less instructor assistance. Safety skills include calling for help, throwing assists, and treading water. Prerequisite: Must be comfortable putting face in the water while doing assisted front float. Jellyfish: ages 5+ Students continue to work on the front and back stroke, working toward swimming 10 yards with face in the water and without assistance. Safety skills include treading water and survival float. Prerequisite: Independent front and back float. Seal: ages 5+ Students will work on freestyle and backstroke with an emphasis on rotary breathing, body roll, and arm extension. Safety skills include using a lifejacket. Prerequisite: Be able to swim 10 yards independently with face in the water (no doggy paddle). Session 1 10:10-10:50 AM S26-SWIM-SL-FS1-10:10 Session 1 1:05-1:45 PM S26-SWIM-SL-FS1-1:05 Session 1 2:35-3:15 PM S26-SWIM-SL-FS1-2:35 Session 2 12:45-1:25 PM S26-SWIM-SL-FS2-12:45 Session 2 2:55-3:35 PM S26-SWIM-SL-FS2-2:55 Session 2 3:45-4:25 PM S26-SWIM-SL-FS2-3:45 Session 3 9:30-10:10 AM S26-SWIM-SL-FS3-9:30 Session 3 12:55-1:35 PM S26-SWIM-SL-FS3-12:55 Sea Otter: ages 6+ Students continue to refine freestyle and backstroke for the full length of pool and butterfly is introduced. Safety skills include learning how to help others in an emergency. Swordfish: ages 6+ Students continue to refine freestyle, backstroke, and butterfly. The breaststroke, open and closed turns are introduced. Safety skills include water safety concepts, treading water, and survival float. Unsure of your child's swimming skill? Let us help you determine the appropriate swim level for your child in our program. Please call 320-231-8492 for more information. Registering for a wait listed class does not guarantee you a spot. Our swim lessons are held at the Willmar Senior High School pool. Cancellations at least 5 business days prior to the first class will receive program refund less a $10 processing fee. Cancellations fewer than 5 business days prior to the start will receive a refund for half the class cost less a $10 processing fee. We reserve the right to adjust the length of classes, combine classes, or cancel classes with low enrollment. The pool will open 10 minutes prior to the lesson. no food in pool area participants should wear a swimsuit no swim masks that cover the nose or nose plugs, goggles that cover the eyes only are fine2026 Summer
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Sea OtterSwim LessonsSummer session #1: June 22-25 and 29-July 2, 2026 Summer session #2: July 6-9 and 13-16, 2026 Summer session #3: July 20-23 and 27-30, 2026 AquaTots: ages 1-4 (with parent/guardian) The purpose of this class is to provide a confidence-building experience while guiding adults in helping their child explore the aquatic environment through water play. Swim diapers are required in the pool for any children that are not yet potty trained. A parent, guardian, or household member (at least 15 years old) must accompany the child in the water. Tadpole: ages 4+ This class introduces a child to a structured lesson with an emphasis on having a fun and fearless experience. They work on getting face wet, basic float techniques, rolling from front to back, and more. Safety skills include asking permission before entering the water and using a lifejacket. No prior swimming lessons required. Octopus: ages 4+ Students will work on the fundamentals of the front and back stroke using a combined arm/leg motion and learn to achieve independent floats. The desired outcome is for the student to be comfortable with less instructor assistance. Safety skills include calling for help, throwing assists, and treading water. Prerequisite: Must be comfortable putting face in the water while doing assisted front float. Jellyfish: ages 5+ Students continue to work on the front and back stroke, working toward swimming 10 yards with face in the water and without assistance. Safety skills include treading water and survival float. Prerequisite: Independent front and back float. Seal: ages 5+ Students will work on freestyle and backstroke with an emphasis on rotary breathing, body roll, and arm extension. Safety skills include using a lifejacket. Prerequisite: Be able to swim 10 yards independently with face in the water (no doggy paddle). Sea Otter: ages 6+ Students continue to refine freestyle and backstroke for the full length of pool and butterfly is introduced. Safety skills include learning how to help others in an emergency. Session 1 12:15-12:55 PM S26-SWIM-SO-FS1-12:15 Session 2 9:30-10:10 AM S26-SWIM-SO-FS2-9:30 Session 3 10:55-11:35 AM S26-SWIM-SO-FS3-10:55 Session 3 12:55-1:35 PM S26-SWIM-SO-FS3-12:55 Swordfish: ages 6+ Students continue to refine freestyle, backstroke, and butterfly. The breaststroke, open and closed turns are introduced. Safety skills include water safety concepts, treading water, and survival float. Unsure of your child's swimming skill? Let us help you determine the appropriate swim level for your child in our program. Please call 320-231-8492 for more information. Registering for a wait listed class does not guarantee you a spot. Our swim lessons are held at the Willmar Senior High School pool. Cancellations at least 5 business days prior to the first class will receive program refund less a $10 processing fee. Cancellations fewer than 5 business days prior to the start will receive a refund for half the class cost less a $10 processing fee. We reserve the right to adjust the length of classes, combine classes, or cancel classes with low enrollment. The pool will open 10 minutes prior to the lesson. no food in pool area participants should wear a swimsuit no swim masks that cover the nose or nose plugs, goggles that cover the eyes only are fine2026 Summer
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SwordfishSwim LessonsSummer session #1: June 22-25 and 29-July 2, 2026 Summer session #2: July 6-9 and 13-16, 2026 Summer session #3: July 20-23 and 27-30, 2026 AquaTots: ages 1-4 (with parent/guardian) The purpose of this class is to provide a confidence-building experience while guiding adults in helping their child explore the aquatic environment through water play. Swim diapers are required in the pool for any children that are not yet potty trained. A parent, guardian, or household member (at least 15 years old) must accompany the child in the water. Tadpole: ages 4+ This class introduces a child to a structured lesson with an emphasis on having a fun and fearless experience. They work on getting face wet, basic float techniques, rolling from front to back, and more. Safety skills include asking permission before entering the water and using a lifejacket. No prior swimming lessons required. Octopus: ages 4+ Students will work on the fundamentals of the front and back stroke using a combined arm/leg motion and learn to achieve independent floats. The desired outcome is for the student to be comfortable with less instructor assistance. Safety skills include calling for help, throwing assists, and treading water. Prerequisite: Must be comfortable putting face in the water while doing assisted front float. Jellyfish: ages 5+ Students continue to work on the front and back stroke, working toward swimming 10 yards with face in the water and without assistance. Safety skills include treading water and survival float. Prerequisite: Independent front and back float. Seal: ages 5+ Students will work on freestyle and backstroke with an emphasis on rotary breathing, body roll, and arm extension. Safety skills include using a lifejacket. Prerequisite: Be able to swim 10 yards independently with face in the water (no doggy paddle). Sea Otter: ages 6+ Students continue to refine freestyle and backstroke for the full length of pool and butterfly is introduced. Safety skills include learning how to help others in an emergency. Swordfish: ages 6+ Students continue to refine freestyle, backstroke, and butterfly. The breaststroke, open and closed turns are introduced. Safety skills include water safety concepts, treading water, and survival float. Session 1 1:05-1:45 PM S26-SWIM-SF-FS1-1:05 Session 2 12:45-1:25 PM S26-SWIM-SF-FS2-12:45 Session 3 1:45-2:25 PM S26-SWIM-SF-FS3-1:45 Unsure of your child's swimming skill? Let us help you determine the appropriate swim level for your child in our program. Please call 320-231-8492 for more information. Registering for a wait listed class does not guarantee you a spot. Our swim lessons are held at the Willmar Senior High School pool. Cancellations at least 5 business days prior to the first class will receive program refund less a $10 processing fee. Cancellations fewer than 5 business days prior to the start will receive a refund for half the class cost less a $10 processing fee. We reserve the right to adjust the length of classes, combine classes, or cancel classes with low enrollment. The pool will open 10 minutes prior to the lesson. no food in pool area participants should wear a swimsuit no swim masks that cover the nose or nose plugs, goggles that cover the eyes only are fine2026 Summer