2018 SUMMER
AQUATICS GUIDE A R L I N G T O N
P A R K S
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D E P A R T M E N T
DIVE-IN MOVIE Watch Moana on the big screen while lounging in and around Randol Mill Pool. PAGE 2
MAKE A SPLASH Day of fun dedicated to all the ways to stay safe in and around the water this summer! PAGE 5
TURN THIS BOOKLET OVER FOR INFORMATION ON OUR ARLINGTON PARKS & RECREATION CAMPS! 2018SUMMER Day CampDAY & Aquatics Guide
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DIVE IN MOVIE
SPECIAL EVENTS
Friday, July 13 | 8:30-10:30 PM Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center
Save big on fun this summer with these special events and classes.
Grab your swimsuit and join us for a Dive-In Movie at Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center.
MEMORIAL DAY MILITARY DISCOUNT Monday, May 28 Present your Military ID to receive half off admission.
Lounge in and around the pool with your friends and family while enjoying a family-friendly feature on the big screen! Admission is $6 per person.
FATHER’S DAY
Pre-Registration is required. Registration opens June 4. Visit NaturallyFun.org.
Sunday, June 17 Dad’s receive free admission at all City of Arlington pools with purchase of a child’s admission.
AQUA FIT
SPECIAL PROMOS FAMILY NIGHTS*
TWO FOR TUESDAY
$1 HOT DOG FRIDAYS
WOODLAND WEST Mondays and Wednesdays 8-10 PM | $2.50/person.
Get 2 in for the price of 1 at City pools except Helen Wessler.
Every Friday during the summer swim season you can get a hot dog for $1 at Allen Bolden, Bad Königshofen, and Randol Mill!
HUGH SMITH Fridays 6-8 PM | $2.50/person. BAD KÖNIGSHOFEN Wednesdays 6-9 PM | $6/person. RANDOL MILL Mondays 6-9 PM | $6/person. *One adult and one child are considered a family.
THROW BACK THURSDAY
Note: Bad Königshofen and Woodland West pools are closed Tuesdays.
Additional family members receive $1 off the regular admission price.
Get $2 off admission at Bad For more information, call Königshofen and Randol 817-459-6900. Mill every Thursday. 2 City of Arlington Parks and Recreation
Class is held in the current channel and vortex pools at Randol Mill. Register at the Parks Admin Building at 717 W. Main St., 76013.
MAKE A SPLASH
DIVE INTO READING Each child who earns an Arlington Public Library reading club certificate will get swim pass good for one free admission at any City of Arlington Pool, Mon-Thurs between June 4 - August 10.
10:30-11:30 AM | Mon & Wed | $70 Join our outdoor aerobics class June 4 - August 15.
Saturday, June 23 | 9:00-11:30 AM
BACK TO SCHOOL SPLASH July 30 - August 10 Bring a new school supply and receive half off admission prices. For what supplies are needed, visit MissionArlington.org.
Make A Splash is a national childfocused water safety initiative of the USA Swimming Foundation. City of Arlington Aquatics, with the help of Mid-Cities Arlington Swimming, is spreading the word about water safety by offering a morning of FREE water safety lessons and activities. See page 5.
AQUATICS SWIM PASSES OUTDOOR SEASONAL SWIM PASS
PRICE
Infants (12 months and under) ........................ FREE 48 inches and over .................................................. $60 Under 48 inches ....................................................... $50 POOLS Allen Bolden Pool 817-472-8950
Seasonal Swim Passes are good at outdoor pools from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Passes are sold at all City of Arlington outdoor swimming pools. Only cash and credit cards are accepted at the outdoor pools. Quantities are limited so purchase today for a summer of fun in the sun! For more information, please call 817-459–5483.
HOURS Tu-Sa ......................... 12-6 PM Su.................................. 1-6 PM M..................................... Closed
OPEN DATES
HOLIDAYS
DAILY ADMISSION FEE
June 2-3 June 6 - August 10
Fourth of July 12-6 PM
Under 48 inches - $3 48 inches and above - $3.50 12 months and under - Free
Memorial Day
Bad Königshofen Family Aquatic Center 817-459-5223
M, Th-Sa................... 12-7 PM W .................................. 2-9 PM Su ................................. 1-6 PM Tu .................................... Closed
May 26-28 June 2-3 June 6 - August 19 August 25-26 (Closes at 5 PM)
September 1-3 (Closes at 5 PM)
(May 28)
12-6 PM Fourth of July 12-6 PM
Under 48 inches - $8 48 inches and above - $8.50 12 months and under - Free
Labor Day (September 3)
12-5 PM
Helen Wessler Play Pool 817-275-7561
Howard Moore Play Pool 817-275-0712
Hugh Smith Indoor Pool 817-275-0513
M-Tu, Th ........... 10 AM-4 PM F-Sa ........................... 12-4 PM Su ................................. 1-4 PM W .................................... Closed
June 2-3 June 7 - August 10
Fourth of July Closed
Under 48 inches - $2 48 inches and above - $2 12 months and under - Free
Tu-Th ................ 10 AM-5 PM F, Sa ............................ 12-5 PM Su ................................. 1-5 PM M .................................... Closed
June 2-3 June 6 - August 10
Fourth of July 12-5 PM
Under 48 inches - $3 48 inches and above - $3.50 12 months and under - Free
Year Round
Closed on all Holidays
2 to 11 years - $3 12 years and above - $3.50 24 months and under - Free
M, W, F.................. 1:30-4 PM Tu, Th .......................... 1-4 PM F .................................... 6-8 PM Sa .................................. 1-5 PM Su ................................. 3-5 PM
(Facility Card Required)
Memorial Day
Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center 817-275-7542
M .................................. 2-9 PM Tu, Th-Sa .................. 12-7 PM Su ................................. 1-6 PM W .................................... Closed
May 26-28 June 2-3 June 7 – August 19 August 25-26 (Closes at 5 PM)
September 1-3 (Closes at 5 PM)
(May 28)
12-6 PM Fourth of July Closed
Under 48 inches - $8 48 inches and above - $8.50 12 months and under - Free
Labor Day (September 3)
12-5 PM
Woodland West Pool 817-277-0582
M, W-Sa ................... 12-6 PM M, W .......................... 8-10 PM Su ................................. 1-6 PM Tu .................................... Closed
June 2–3 June 6 - August 10
Fourth of July (No Family Night)
12-6 PM
Under 48 inches - $3 48 inches and above - $3.50 12 months and under - Free
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RENT A POOL OR PAVILION Rent a pool for your next party! All outdoor pools are available to rent Thursday through Sunday for private parties, family gatherings, reunions, etc. Times vary depending on the pools’ operating hours. Lifeguards are provided for all rentals. Fee includes up to the maximum number of guests listed and a two hour rental. A 72-hour notice is required to book an outdoor pool. Changes or cancellations to pool reservations are subject to a $50 administrative fee.
PRIVATE PARTY POOL RENTAL
MAX GUESTS
COST AM / PM
Outdoor pool rentals open Monday, April 2, call 817-459-5483.
Allen Bolden Pool ................................................... 150......... $200 / $250 Bad Königshofen Family Aquatic Center ...... 250 ........ $450 / $500 Helen Wessler Play Pool ...................................... 100 ........ $150 / $200 Howard Moore Play Pool ..................................... 100 ........ $200 / $250 Hugh Smith Indoor Pool ........................................ 40 ......................... $135 Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center .................. 200 ........ $400 / $450 Woodland West Pool ............................................. 150 ........ $200 / $250
PAVILION RENTAL (DURING PUBLIC HOURS ONLY)
MAX GUESTS
TABLES
WEEKDAY (M-TR) 3 HRS / 6 HRS
WEEKEND (F-SU) 3 HRS / 6 HRS
Bad Königshofen Family Aquatic Center (baby pavilion) ...... 11 ...................... 50 .............................. $250 / $375 ..................................... $300 / $425 Bad Königshofen Family Aquatic Center (slide pavilion) ........ 7 ........................ 50 .............................. $250 / $375 ..................................... $300 / $425 Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center (red pavilion) ...................... 7 ........................ 50 .............................. $250 / $375 ..................................... $300 / $425 Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center (blue pavilion) .................... 8 ........................ 50 .............................. $250 / $375 ..................................... $300 / $425 Allen Bolden Pool .................................................................................... 6 ........................ 50 .............................. $100 (3 hrs) ...................................... $100 (3 hrs) Woodland West Pool ............................................................................. 4 ........................ 50 .............................. $100 (3 hrs) ...................................... $100 (3 hrs)
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MAKE A
Saturday, June 23 | 9-11:30 AM | Allen Bolden Pool Make A Splash is a national child-focused water safety initiative of the USA Swimming Foundation.
There will be demos with certified Water Safety Instructors, fun activities, safety related vendors, and lunch provided!
City of Arlington Aquatics, with the help of Mid-Cities Arlington Swimming, is spreading the word about water safety by offering a morning of FREE water safety lessons and activities.
For more information about our Swim Safe program, visit NaturallyFun.org/SwimSafe.
ALLEN BOLDEN POOL
817-472-8950
BAD KÖNIGSHOFEN
FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER
VANDERGRIFF PARK 2800A S. Center St.
817-459-5223
SJ STOVALL PARK 2800 W. Sublett Rd.
Allen Bolden Pool is an L-shaped Olympic sized pool that meets the needs of virtually every swim enthusiast. The pool features a diving board, and zero depth entry. Additional amenities include concessions, eight shade structures and a large grass campus.
Bad Königshofen Family Aquatic Center offers a great value for the entire family. Features include an interactive spray pad, shallow water play pool, lap pool, diving area and two water slides (for riders over 48”). Other amenities include concessions, storage lockers, shower facilities, deck furniture, and two shade pavilions.
Open:
June 2-3 June 6 – August 10
Open:
Hours:
Tues-Sat .................................................... 12-6 PM Sunday .......................................................... 1-6 PM Mondays ....................................................... Closed
May 26-28 June 2-3 June 6 - August 19 August 13-19 (closes at 5 PM) August 25-26 (closes at 5 PM) September 1-3 (closes at 5 PM)
Holiday Hours:
Memorial Day (May 28) .......................... Closed July 4th ...................................................... 12-6 PM Labor Day (Sept 3) .................................... Closed
Hours:
Mon, Thur-Sat ........................................ 12-7 PM Wednesday ................................................ 2-9 PM Sunday ..........................................................1-6 PM Tuesdays ....................................................... Closed
Daily Admission:
Under 48 inches ................................................. $3 48 inches and above .................................. $3.50 12 months and under ................................... Free
Holiday Hours:
Memorial Day (May 28) ...................... 12-6 PM July 4th ......................................................12-6 PM Labor Day (Sept 3) ............................... 12-5 PM
Swimming Lessons:
Mon-Fri............... 9 AM-12 PM and 6:30-8 PM
Daily Admission:
Under 48 inches ................................................. $8 48 inches and above ................................... $8.50* 12 months and under.................................... Free
Rentals:
Available Thursday through Sunday during the regular season.
Swimming Lessons: Rentals:
Monday–Friday ............................. 9 AM-12 PM Available Thursday through Sunday during the regular season. *All riders must be 48 inches or taller to ride the slide.
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HELEN WESSLER PLAY POOL
817-275-7561
PLAY POOL
HELEN WESSLER PARK 2310 Greenway
Helen Wessler Play Pool is designed for children ages seven years and younger, but everyone is welcome. The pool includes an interactive water structure, family changing room, shade structure and small grass area. Limited drink, and snack concessions are available.
Open:
HOWARD MOORE HOWARD MOORE PARK 1999 Bever Blvd.
817-275-0712
Howard Moore Play Pool is an interactive shallow water play pool designed to accommodate the needs of children ages seven years and under. Amenities include an interactive water structure and shade umbrellas. Limited drink and snack concessions available.
June 2-3 June 7 - August 10
Open:
June 2-3 June 6 - August 10
Mon, Tues & Thur ......................... 10 AM-4 PM Wednesday ................................................. Closed Fri-Sat ........................................................ 12-4 PM Sunday........................................................... 1-4 PM
Hours:
Monday ......................................................... Closed Tues-Thur ......................................... 10 AM-5 PM Fri-Sat .........................................................12-5 PM Sunday .......................................................... 1-5 PM
Holiday Hours:
Memorial Day (May 28) ......................... Closed July 4th ..........................................................Closed Labor Day (Sept 3) ................................... Closed
Holiday Hours:
Memorial Day (May 28) .......................... Closed July 4th ...................................................... 12-5 PM Labor Day (Sept 3) .................................... Closed
Daily Admission:
Under 48 inches ................................................ $2 48 inches and above ........................................ $2 12 months and under .................................. Free
Daily Admission:
Under 48 inches ................................................. $3 48 inches and above ................................... $3.50 12 months and under ................................... Free
Rentals: Rentals:
Available Thursday through Sunday during the regular season.
Available Thursday through Sunday during the regular season.
Hours:
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RANDOL MILL
FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER 817-275-7542
WOODLAND WEST POOL
RANDOL MILL PARK 1924 Randol Mill Park Rd.
817-277-0582
WOODLAND WEST PARK 3200 Norwood Ln.
The Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center offers something for all ages, including interactive elements such as a shallow water play structure, vortex pools, current channel, water slide (for riders over 48�), tot, and leisure areas. Other amenities include two shade pavilions, shower facilities, deck furniture, and concessions.
Woodland West Pool is a popular neighborhood pool that features shaded areas and grass. The back wall of the pool is elevated and is great place to jump off and make big splashes. The pool also features a large shallow end that is great for young children. Limited drink and snack concessions are available.
Open:
Open:
June 2-3 June 6 – August 10
Hours:
Mon, Wed-Sat ..................................................12-6 PM Sunday ................................................................... 1-6 PM Tuesday .................................................................. Closed
Hours:
Holiday Hours: Daily Admission:
Rentals:
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May 26-28 June 2-3 June 7- August 19 August 13-19 (closes at 5PM) August 25-26 (closes at 5 PM) September 1-3 (closes at 5 PM) Monday............................................................... 2-9 PM Tues, Thurs, Fri & Sat................................... 12-7 PM Wednesdays........................................................Closed Sunday..................................................................1-6 PM Memorial Day (May 28) ............................ 12-6 PM July 4th ................................................................ Closed Labor Day (Sept 3) ....................................... 12-5 PM Under 48 inches........................................................ $8 48 inches and above........................................... $8.50 12 months and under........................................... Free Available Thursday through Sunday during the regular season.
City of Arlington Parks and Recreation
Family Nights Mon and Wed ................................... ($2.50) 8-10 PM Holiday Hours:
Memorial Day (May 28) ...................................Closed July 4th (No Family Night)...............................12-6 PM Labor Day (Sept 3) ............................................. Closed
Daily Admission:
Under 48 inches .......................................................... $3 48 inches and above ........................................... $3.50 12 months and under ............................................ Free
Swimming Lessons:
Mon-Fri .......................................................... 6:30-8 PM
Rentals:
Available Thursday through Sunday during the regular season.
TOGETHER WE CAN PREVENT DROWNING 5 WAYS TO STAY SAFE THIS SUMMER SAFETY CHECKLIST:
HUGH SMITH
Touch Supervision: Keep within arm’s length (at all times)
INDOOR POOL
817-275-0513
HUGH SMITH REC CENTER 1815 New York Ave.
Tech Free Zone around the pool
Hugh Smith Indoor Pool is the City of Arlington’s only indoor aquatic facility. It serves a wide variety of needs for open swim, instructional programs, contract services, and rental space. The pool is 25 yards in length and has five lap lanes.
Infant, Child/Adult CPR and First Aid Training Open:
Year Round
Open Swim Hours:
Mon, Wed & Fri .................................. 1:30-4 PM Tues & Thur .................................................1-4 PM Saturday .......................................................1-5 PM Sunday .......................................................... 3-5 PM Family Night: Friday ............................................ ($2.50) 6-8 PM
Holiday Hours:
Memorial Day (May 28) .......................... Closed July 4th .......................................................... Closed Labor Day (Sept 3) .................................... Closed
Daily Admission:
24 months and under ................................... Free 2 - 11 years old .................................................. $3* 12 years and above ................................... $3.50* Guest pass ............................................................ $6 *Facility card required
Swim Lessons:
Mondays and Wednesdays................... 7-9 PM Tuesdays and Thursdays ....................... 7-9 PM Saturdays ............................................ 9 AM-1 PM Sundays ..................................................... 12-3 PM
Rentals:
Available year round Friday-Sunday.
Assigned “Water Watcher” or Certified Lifeguard
Swimming lessons to include water safety skills
DROWNING IS A SILENT KILLER. FIX THE RISK. Information courtesy of the National Drowning Prevention Alliance. For additional information and resources, please visit NDPA.com. For more information about our Swim Safe Program, visit NaturallyFun.org/SwimSafe.
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SPLASH PAD GUIDE
Splash pads are free, kid-friendly fountains and spray areas that are a great way to beat the summer heat. Arlington has three splash pad locations throughout Arlington that open 10 AM to 8 PM every day Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day Weekend and only on weekends through September.
Don Misenhimer
Brantley Hinshaw Park 2121 Overbrook Drive, 76014
California Lane Park 2001 California Lane, 76015
California Lane Park
Don Misenhimer 201 E Lonesome Dove Trail, 76002
Brantley Hinshaw Park
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Image from Google Maps
DIVE IN MOVIE Friday, July 13 | 8:30-10:30 PM | Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center Grab your swimsuit and join us for a Dive-In Movie at Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center. Lounge in and around the pool with your friends and family while enjoying a family-friendly feature on the big screen! Admission is $6 per person. Pre-Registration is required. Registration opens June 4. Visit NaturallyFun.org. 2018 Day Camp & Aquatics Guide 11
SWIM CLASSES The City of Arlington Outdoor Learn to Swim program offers a variety of classes and schedule times to meet your needs during the busy summertime! Each course is $60 per student and consists of 8 classes, 25 minutes for preschool students, and 40 minutes for youth students. The American Red Cross Learn to Swim program includes parent/tot, preschool, and school age swimming lessons. We also offer private lessons for all ages. For more information or to register for the City of Arlington’s Learn to Swim program, call 817-459-5483.
PRESCHOOL SWIM CLASSES CLASS SCHEDULES ARE LOCATED ON PAGES 16-23
STARFISH — AGES: 6-35 MONTHS
DOLPHIN - PSA 2 — AGES: 4-5
Maximum Enrolled: 8
Maximum Enrolled: 4
One parent/adult will assist the child in developing water adjustment, games and underwater exploration as led by an instructor. Child must wear a swim diaper.
Prerequisite: With support, glide on front 2 body lengths, then roll to back and float for 3 seconds then recover to standing position. Comfortable submerging face.
TADPOLE — AGE: 3
Goals: With little to no assistance, swim on front 3 body lengths, roll to back, float for 15 seconds, roll to front swim 3 body lengths.
Maximum Enrolled: 4 Prerequisite: Little or no comfort level. Goals: Independent floats. Independent forward motion.
GUPPY — AGE: 3 Maximum Enrolled: 4 Prerequisite: Independent floats and forward motion. Goals: Swim on front 5 feet, roll to back, float for 5 seconds, roll to front swim 5 feet.
CLOWNFISH - PSA 1 — AGES: 4-5 Maximum Enrolled: 4 Prerequisite: Little or no comfort level. Goals: With support, glide on front 2 body lengths, then roll to back, and float for 3 seconds then recover to standing position. Comfortable submerging face.
WHALE - PSA 3 — AGES: 4-5 Maximum Enrolled: 4 Prerequisite: With little to no assistance, swim on front 3 body lengths, roll to back, float for 15 seconds, roll to front swim 3 body lengths. Goals: Independently, swim on front 5 body lengths, roll to back, float for 15 seconds, roll to front swim 5 body length.
LEVEL ASSESSMENT AGES 3-5 Is your child 4 or 5 years old? If Yes, Continue | If No, Tadpole Can your child put their face in the water comfortably? Does your child pay attention in class? If Yes, Continue | If No, Clownfish PS1 Can your child do a front and back float with little or no assistance? If Yes, Continue | If No, Clownfish PS1 Can your child glide with arms above their head in a streamline position? If Yes, Continue | If No, Dolphin PS2 Can your child swim in a forward progress for at least 3 body lengths? If Yes, Continue | If No, Dolphin PS2 Does your child combine arm and leg movements while swimming? If Yes, Whale | If No, Dolphin PS2
LEVEL ASSESSMENT AGES 6-12 Can your child put their face in the water comfortably? If Yes, Continue | If No, Level 1 Can they do a front and back float without assistance? Do they pay attention in class? If Yes, Continue | If No, Level 1 Can they glide with arms above their head in a streamline position? If Yes, Continue | If No, Level 2 Do they know how to do front crawl arm strokes? If Yes, Continue | If No, Level 2
YOUTH SWIM CLASSES CLASS SCHEDULES ARE LOCATED ON PAGES 15-19 LEVEL 1 — AGES: 6-12
LEVEL 5 — AGES: 6-12
Maximum Enrolled: 6
Maximum Enrolled: 6
Prerequisite: Little or no comfort level.
Prerequisite: Swim front crawl 25 yards with rotary breathing, elementary backstroke 25 yards, backstroke 15 yards and breaststroke 15 yards. Submerge and swim 3 to 5 body lengths underwater.
Goals: Glide on front 2 body lengths, roll to back float for 5 seconds, recover to standing position. Submerge face without hesitation.
LEVEL 2 — AGES: 6-12 Maximum Enrolled: 6 Prerequisite: Glide on front 2 body lengths, roll to back float for 5seconds, recover to standing. Submerge face without hesitation.
Maximum Enrolled: 8
Goals: Swim on front 5 body lengths, roll to back, float 15 seconds, roll to front swim 5 body lengths.
Prerequisite: Shallow angle dive, swim front crawl 50 yards, elementary backstroke 50 yards, backstroke, and breaststroke 25 yards.
LEVEL 3 — AGES: 6-12
Goals: Swim 500 yards continuously. Survival float for 5 minutes, roll to back and float for 5 minutes. Retrieve an object from bottom of pool (depth 7-10 feet), return to surface, and swim to start point.
Maximum Enrolled: 6 Can they do the front crawl 10 yards, take a breath and continue swimming without stopping? If Yes, Continue | If No, Level 3 Do they know the elementary backstroke and are comfortable being in the deep water? If Yes, Continue | If No, Level 3 Can they swim 25 yards front crawl and elementary backstroke without stopping? If Yes, Continue | If No, Level 4 Do they swim freestyle and elementary backstroke proficiently for 50 yards? Do they swim backstroke and breaststroke proficiently for 25 yards? If Yes, Level 6 | If No, Level 5
Goals: Shallow angle dive, swim front crawl 50 yards, elementary backstroke 50 yards, backstroke and breaststroke 25 yards.
Prerequisite: Swim on front 5 body lengths, roll to back, float 15 seconds, roll to front swim 5 body lengths. Goals: Jump in deep water, tread or float for 1 minute, swim front crawl or elementary backstroke for 25 yards. Perform 15 yards of front crawl with rotary breathing and 15 yards of elementary backstroke.
LEVEL 4 — AGES: 6-12 Maximum Enrolled: 6 Prerequisite: Jump in deep water, tread or float for 1 minute, swim front crawl or elementary backstroke for 25 yards. Perform 15 yards of front crawl with rotary breathing and 15 yards of elementary backstroke.
LEVEL 6: SAFETY — AGES: 6-14
LEVEL 6: FITNESS — AGES: 6-14 Maximum Enrolled: 8 Prerequisite: Shallow angle dive, swim front crawl 50 yards, elementary backstroke 50 yards, backstroke, and breaststroke 25 yards. Goals: Swim 500 yards continuously. Perform Copper 12-minute swim test and compare results with the pre-assessment results.
Goals: Swim front crawl 25 yards with rotary breathing, elementary backstroke 25 yards, backstroke 15 yards and breaststroke 15 yards. Submerge and swim 3 to 5 body lengths underwater. 2017 Day Camp & Aquatics Guide
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HELPFUL HINTS
CANCELED CLASSES
Classes may reach maximum capacity quickly. Please remember to register early so you will not be disappointed. If your class is full, please allow us to put you on the waiting list. We will contact you as soon as possible if a spot becomes available.
In the event that a class is canceled, every effort will be made to notify you by telephone. On the first day of class verify that the pool staff has the correct phone number.
Students must meet the age requirements and prerequisite prior to the first day of the class that they are registered for. Parents, please allow yourself extra time on the first day of class for completing class release forms and to meet your child’s instructor. To ensure quality instruction and safety every effort is made to adhere to strict student-to-teacher ratios. Classes have a maximum enrollment of 4-8 students depending on the level. Only those registered for classes will be allowed in the water while classes are in session. The tot pool at Bad KÜnigshofen pool is not available for use during class hours. Swim lessons for individuals with disabilities or special needs are available following the inclusion model. Private lessons are also available for individuals wanting one on one instruction. For more information, contact Erin Anderson at Erin.Anderson@arlingtontx.gov.
TRANSFER AND WITHDRAW Participants must be withdrawn from the class three days prior to the class start date to receive a refund.
If a class is cancelled for any reason on the behalf of the City of Arlington, we will try to make up time by adding minutes to the remaining classes. However if this is not possible, the following Friday will serve as our designated make up day. NEW - Aquatics classes must have at least two participants. The Aquatics team will move registrants of classes that do not make to another class, issue a refund, or find other accommodations. Contact Aquatics Program Coordinator, Erin Anderson at 817-575-8292 or Erin.Anderson@arlingtontx.gov for more info.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Students in private lessons learn to swim as fast as possible because of undivided attention from the instructor and individualized lesson plans. Private swim lessons are scheduled throughout the summer and are available at different times during each session. Fees are four classes, 25 minutes each, for $100 per single student. For more information or to register for outdoor swim lessons, call 817-459-5483. To register for swim lessons at Hugh Smith Indoor Pool, call 817-275-5013.
REGISTRATION Register online at NaturallyFun.org by phone at 817- 459-5483, or in person at any City Recreation Center.
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AQUATICS RAIN OUT NUMBER 817-462-3326
SPECIALTY INSTRUCTION LIFEGUARD TRAINING
WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR
Candidates successfully completing the class will be certified in Lifeguarding, Standard First and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Attendance at all classes is required.
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Course prepares you to teach people of all ages and abilities to swim and be safe in, on, and around water. Must attend all classes.
Prerequisites: Must be able to swim a total of 300 yards demonstrating freestyle and breaststroke. Must be able to swim 20 yards, submerge and retrieve a 10 lb brick, return to the surface, swim 20 yards back to the starting point within 1 minute and 40 seconds.
Prerequisites: 25 yard frontcrawl, backcrawl, breaststroke, sidestroke, elementary backstroke, 15 yards butterfly, 1 minute tread and backfloat. All strokes must be performed at a Level 4 skill level. Classes are taught out of Hugh Smith Indoor Pool.
Ages: 15+ Days Dates F-M Feb 16-19 F-M Mar 9-12 Tu-Su Mar 15-18 F-Su Apr 6-15 M-Sa May 14-19
Ages: 16+ Day Dates M-Th Mar 12-15 W-Sa May 16-19 Th-Su Jul 5-8
Time TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD
Code 9913 9914 9916 9915 9917
Cost Classes $200 4 $200 4 $200 4 $200 6 $200 6
SHALLOW WATER LIFEGUARDING Candidates successfully completing the class will be certified Shallow Water Lifeguarding, Standard First and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Prerequisites: Swim 100 yards continuously. Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs. Complete a timed event within 50 seconds. Starting in the water, swim 20 yards using the front crawl or breaststroke. Submerge to a depth of 4 to 5 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. Return to the surface and walk or swim 20 yards to return to the starting point with both hands holding the object at the surface of the water. Exit the water without using a ladder or steps. Ages: 15+ Day Dates F-M Feb 16-19 F-M Mar 9-12 Th-Su Mar 15-18 Fr-Su Apr 6-15 M-Sa May 14-19 W-Sa Jun 6-9
Time TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD
Code 10470 10471 10474 10476 10473 10475
Cost Classes $200 4 $200 4 $200 4 $200 6 $200 6 $200 4
LIFEGUARD + WATER PARK Candidates successfully completing the class will be certified Lifeguarding, Standard First and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Attendance at all classes is required! Times are subject to change. Learning Prerequisites: Must be able to swim a total of 300 yards demonstrating freestyle and breaststroke. Must be able to swim 20 yards, submerge and retrieve a 10 pound brick, return to the surface, swim 20 yards back to the starting point within 1 minute and 40 seconds. Ages: 15+ Day Dates W-Sa Jun 6-9 M-F Jul 9-13
Time TBD TBD
Code 9918 11265
Cost Classes $215 4 $215 5
Time TBD TBD TBD
Code 9919 9920 9988
Cost Classes $235 4 $235 4 $235 4
LIFEGUARD INSTRUCTOR This class is for currently certified lifeguards who are seeking advanced training to train prospective lifeguards. Must hold a current American Red Cross lifeguard certification. Classes are taught out of Hugh Smith Indoor pool. Ages: 17+ Day Dates S-W Mar 11-14 Tu-Su Jun 28-1
Time TBD TBD
Code 9912 9987
Cost Classes $235 4 $235 4
READY, SET, GUARD! JUNIOR GUARD CLASS Junior guard volunteers learn what it’s like to be a lifeguard and gain the skills necessary for future employment. You will receive basic water training and classroom type activities with interactive videos. Prerequisites: Have completed Level 5 swimming skills or demonstrate the ability to swim 100 yards, tread water for 2 minutes and submerge to a depth of at least 8 ft. This class is held at Bad KÜnigshofen. Ages: 12-15 Day Dates M-Th Jun 18-21
Time Code 10:00 AM-12:00 PM 11260
Cost Classes $75 4
JUNIOR GUARD VOLUNTEER PROGRAM This is one week mentoring program designed to teach and prepare Junior Guards to become Lifeguards. Applicants will go through an interview process to determine if they will be selected. Prerequisites: Must be 12-15 years old and completed the Guard Start Class, must be knowledgeable, reliable, mature, positive and demonstrate initiative, must have appropriate swim skills recommendation from teacher or instructor. To apply for the program write a letter of interest to Maria Campbell, Aquatics Manager: Maria.Campbell@arlingtontx.gov.
WATER SAFETY AIDE TRAINING & VOLUNTEERING Learn how to assist Water Safety Instructors in teaching swim lessons. Participants interested in working or volunteering in the Arlington Learn to Swim program will be required to apply and interview before being placed as a Water Safety Aide. Prerequisite: Must be at least 12. Demonstrate American Red Cross Level 5 Learn to Swim skills. Call Erin Anderson, Aquatics Program Coordinator, at 817-575-8292 for more info regarding Water Safety Aide volunteer and employment opportunities. 2018 Day Camp & Aquatics Guide 15
ALLEN BOLDEN POOL SWIMMING LESSONS 2800 S. Center St. 76014 | Located inside Vandergriff Park
SESSION 1 (June 4 - June 15)
PRICING: Group Classes $60/8 classes | Private Lessons $100/4 classes Wednesdays - Fridays
TIME 9:00 AM 9:15 AM 9:30 AM 9:45 AM 10:00 AM 10:15 AM 10:30 AM 10:45 AM 11:00 AM 11:15 AM 11:30 AM 11:45 AM
Private* 10401
Level 1 10180
Level 3 10350
Level 5 10227
Level 2 10228
Level 4 10351
Level 6 10229
Level 1 10179
Level 2 10352
Level 3 10354
Private* 10403
Private* 10403
Level 4 10353
Private* 10402 Starfish 10059 Clownfish 10106 Dolphin 10156 Tadpole 10080
Mondays - Thursdays
TIME 6:30 PM 6:45 PM 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM 7:45 PM
Starfish 10060
Level 1 10181
Level 2 10230
Level 4 10232
Level 3 10231
Level 1 10182
Level 2 10233
Level 5 10235
Level 3 10235
Clownfish 10119 Private 10388/10389
SESSION 2 (June 18 - June 28)
PRICING: Group Classes $60/8 classes | Private Lessons $100/4 classes Mondays - Thursdays
TIME 9:00 AM 9:15 AM 9:30 AM 9:45 AM 10:00 AM 10:15 AM 10:30 AM 10:45 AM 11:00 AM 11:15 AM 11:30 AM 11:45 AM
Clownfish 10107
Dolphin 10155
Clownfish 10108
Tadpole 10079
Private 10404/10408
Whale 10164
Clownfish 10109
Dolphin 10157
Clownfish 10110
Guppy 10092
Private 10407/10411
Private 10707/10411
6:45 PM 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM 7:45 PM
Level 2 10236
Leve l3 10237
Level 4 10238
Level 5 10239
Level 1 10203
Level 2 10240
Level 3 10241
Level 6 FS 10355
Level 1 10184
Level 1 10185
Private 10405/10409
Level 4 10243
Private 10406/10410 Level 2 10244
Level 1 10186
Private 10407/10411
Level 3 10245
Mondays - Thursdays
TIME 6:30 PM
*Private Lessons begin June 11.
Clownfish 10120
Tadpole 10082
Starfish 10064
Dolphin 10151
Whale 10168
Clownfish 10121
Level 1 10187
Level 2 10246
Level 3 10247
Level 5 10248
Level 1 10183
Level 2 10249
Level 3 10250
Level 4 10251
SESSION 3 AM (July 2 - July 12)
PRICING: Group Classes $60/8 classes | Private Lessons $100/4 classes Mondays - Thursdays
TIME 9:00 AM 9:15 AM 9:30 AM 9:45 AM 10:00 AM 10:15 AM 10:30 AM 10:45 AM 11:00 AM 11:15 AM 11:30 AM 11:45 AM
Dolphin 10158
Level 2 10252
Level 3 10253
Level 6 10255
Level 4 10254
Level 1 10189
Level 2 10256
Level 3 10257
Level 5 10258
Level 1 10190
Level 3 10259
Level 4 10260
Level 1 10191
Level 5 10262
Level 2 10261
Clownfish 10111 Whale 10165 Dolphin 11262
Clownfish 10113
Private 11263/11264
Tadpole 10083
Clownfish 10114
Private 10415/10418
SESSION 3 PM (July 2 - July 12)
PRICING: Group Classes $52.50/7 classes | Private Lessons $80/3 classes Mondays - Thursdays (No class July 4th)
TIME 6:30 PM 6:45 PM 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM 7:45 PM
Guppy 10093
Starfish 10067
Clownfish 10122
Dolphin 10152
Private* 10391 (begin Jul 9)
Whale 10169
SESSION 4 (July 16 - July 28)
9:15 AM 9:30 AM 9:45 AM 10:00 AM 10:15 AM 10:30 AM 10:45 AM 11:00 AM 11:15 AM 11:30 AM 11:45 AM
6:45 PM 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM 7:45 PM
Level 4 10264
Level 2 10263
Level 1 10193
Level 3 10265
Level 5 10266
Intro Teen 10400
Mondays - Thursdays Dolphin 10159
Level 2 10267
Level 3 10268
Level 5 10270
Level 4 10269
Level 1 10195
Level 2 10271
Level 3 10272
Teen Dev 10435
Level 1 10197
Level 3 10273
Level 4 10274
Level 1 10196
Level 6 Fitness 10276
Level 2 10275
Clownfish 10115 Whale 10166 Dolphin 10160
Clownfish 10116
Private 10421/10424
Private 10421/10424
Guppy 10094
Private 10422/10425
Mondays - Thursdays
TIME 6:30 PM
Level 1 10192
PRICING: Group Classes $60/8 classes | Private Lessons $100/4 classes
TIME 9:00 AM
Level 1 10188
Clownfish 10123
Starfish 10069
Dolphin 10153
Private 10392/10393
Whale 10170
Private 10396/10397
Level 1 10198
Level 2 10277
Level 4 10278
Level 5 10279
Level 1 10194
Level 2 10280
Level 3 10281
Level 6 Fitness 10282
ALLEN BOLDEN POOL SWIMMING LESSONS (CONT.) 2800 S. Center St. 76014 | Located inside Vandergriff Park
SESSION 5 (July 30 - August 9)
PRICING: Group Classes $60/8 classes | Private Lessons $100/4 classes Mondays - Thursdays
TIME 9:00 AM 9:15 AM 9:30 AM 9:45 AM 10:00 AM 10:15 AM 10:30 AM 10:45 AM 11:00 AM 11:15 AM 11:30 AM 11:45 AM
Dolphin 10161
Private 10432/10433
Private 10426/10429
Tadpole 10084
Private 10427/10430
Whale 10167
Clownfish 10117
Dolphin 10162
Private 10428/10431
Dolphin 10163
Clownfish 10118
Guppy 10095
6:45 PM 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM 7:45 PM
Level 4 10283
Level 2 10285
Level 5 10284
Level 1 10199
Level 1 10202
Level 1 10200
Level 2 10287
Mondays - Thursdays
TIME 6:30 PM
Level 3 10286
Clownfish 10124
Starfish 10071
Private 10394/10395
Dolphin 10154
Tadpole 10085
Private 10398/10399
Level 2 10288
Level 2 10289
Level 4 10290
Level 5 10291
Level 1 10201
Level 3 10292
Level 3 10293
Level 6 Fitness 10294
WOODLAND WEST SWIMMING LESSONS 3200 Norwood Ln., 76013 | Located by Dottie Lynn Recreation Center
SESSION 1 (June 4 - June 14)
PRICING: Group Classes $60/8 classes | Private Lessons $100/4 classes Mondays - Thursdays
TIME 6:30 PM 6:45 PM 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM 7:45 PM
Tadpole 10086
Clownfish 10125
Starfish 10061
Tadpole 10087
Dolphin 10140
Private 10362/10363
SESSION 2 (June 18 - June 28)
6:45 PM 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM 7:45 PM
Guppy 10096
Starfish 10063
Dolphin 10137
Clownfish 10126
Private 10364/10365
Whale 10171
7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM 7:45 PM
Clownfish 10127
7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM 7:45 PM
Level 4 10336
Level 1 10223
Level 2 10337
Level 3 10338
Level 1 10222
Level 3 10339
Level 4 10340
Level 1 10224
Level 5 10342
Level 2 10341
Level 1 10226
Level 3 10343
Level 4 10344
Dolphin 10138 Private 10367
PRICING: Group Classes $60/8 classes | Private Lessons $100/4 classes Mondays - Thursdays
TIME
6:45 PM
Level 2 10335
Mondays - Thursdays (No class July 4th)
SESSION 4 (July 16 - July 26) 6:30 PM
Level 1 10221
PRICING: Group Classes $52.50/7 classes | Private Lessons $100/4 classe
TIME
6:45 PM
Level 3 10334
Mondays - Thursdays
SESSION 3 (July 2 - July 12) 6:30 PM
Level 2 10333
PRICING: Group Classes $60/8 classes | Private Lessons $100/4 classes
TIME 6:30 PM
Level 1 10220
Dolphin 10139
Starfish 10070
Priavte 10368/10369
Whale 10172
Tadpole 10088
Clownfish 10128
Level 2 10345
Level 3 10346
Level 6 Safety 10347
Level 1 10225
Level 3 10348
Level 4 10349
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BAD KÖNIGSHOFEN SWIMMING LESSONS 2800 W. Sublett Rd. 76017 | Located inside S. J. Stovall Park
SESSION 1 (June 6 - June 15)
PRICING: Group Classes $60/8 classes | Private Lessons $100/4 classes Wednesdays - Fridays
TIME 9:00 AM 9:15 AM 9:30 AM 9:45 AM 10:00 AM 10:15 AM 10:30 AM 10:45 AM 11:00 AM 11:15 AM 11:30 AM 11:45 AM
Clownfish 10097
Private* 10372
Dolphin 10141
Private* 10373
Clownfish 10098
Private* 10371
Tadpole 10075
Level 2 10295
Level 5 10296
Level 1 10204
Level 4 10298
Level 1 10205
Level 3 10297
Private* 10370 Clownfish 10099
SESSION 2 (June 18 - June 28)
PRICING: Group Classes $60/8 classes | Private Lessons $100/4 classes Mondays - Thursdays
TIME 9:00 AM 9:15 AM 9:30 AM 9:45 AM 10:00 AM 10:15 AM 10:30 AM 10:45 AM 11:00 AM 11:15 AM 11:30 AM 11:45 AM 20
*Private Lessons begin June 11.
Clownfish 10100
Private 10374/10376
Dolphin 10142
Private 10386/10387
Starfish 10062
Clownfish 10101
Tadpole 10076
Level 1 10206
Level 2 10299
Level 2 10358
Level 4 10300
Level 2 10301
Level 3 10302
Level 5 10303
Level 1 10207
Level 4 10359
Level 6 Fitness 10304
Dolphin 10143 Private 10375/10377
City of Arlington Parks and Recreation
SESSION 3 (July 2 - July 12)
PRICING: Group Classes $60/8 classes | Private Lessons $100/4 classes Mondays - Thursdays
TIME 9:00 AM 9:15 AM 9:30 AM 9:45 AM 10:00 AM 10:15 AM 10:30 AM 10:45 AM 11:00 AM 11:15 AM 11:30 AM 11:45 AM
Private 10378/10380
Tadpole 10077
Clownfish 10102
Dolphin 10144
Clownfish 10103
Whale 10178
Guppy 10090
Level 1 10212
Level 2 10305
Level 2 10306
Level 3 10307
Level 5 10309
Level 4 10308
Level 1 10210
Level 3 10311
Level 1 10211
Level 2 10310
Starfish 10065 Private 10379/10381
SESSION 4 (July 16 - July 26)
PRICING: Group Classes $60/8 classes | Private Lessons $100/4 classes Mondays - Thursdays
TIME 9:00 AM 9:15 AM 9:30 AM 9:45 AM 10:00 AM 10:15 AM 10:30 AM 10:45 AM 11:00 AM 11:15 AM 11:30 AM 11:45 AM
Clownfish 10104
Private 10382/10384
Starfish 10068
Whale 10177
Clownfish 10105
Tadpole 10078
Dolphin 10145 Guppy 10091 Dolphin 10146
Level 1 10209 Private 10383/10385
Level 1 10208
Level 5 10312
Level 2 10313
Level 3 10314
Level 2 10315
Level 4 10316
Level 2 10317
Level 3 10318
SWIM SAFE CAMPAIGN MAR. 28 - SEPT. 5
Arlington Aquatics is helping prepare the public this summer with their #SwimSafe campaign. Be on the lookout for #WaterSafetyWednesday all Summer long on Facebook as they share tips and tricks to stay safe in and around the water!
NaturallyFun.org/SwimSafe
HUGH SMITH INDOOR POOL SWIMMING LESSONS 1815 New York Ave. 76010 | 817-275-0513
SESSION 1 (June 4 - June 28) 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM 7:45 PM
PRICING: Group Classes $60/8 classes | Private Lessons $100/4 classes
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
Private 10439
Clownfish 10135
Clownfish 10135
(Tu &Th)
(Tu &Th)
Clownfish 10134
Dolphin 10149
Dolphin 10149
(Tu &Th)
(Tu &Th)
8:00 PM 8:15 PM 8:30 PM
Level 1 10219
Adult Beg. 10448
Level 3 10331
Adult Beg. 10450
Level 1 10219
Adult Beg. 10448
Level 3 10331
Adult Beg. 10450
(M &W)
(M &W)
(Tu &Th)
(Tu &Th)
(M &W)
(M &W)
(Tu &Th)
(Tu &Th)
SESSION 2 (July 9 - August 10) 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM 7:45 PM
MONDAY
TUESDAY
Private 10443
Tadpole 10074
Tadpole 10074
(Tu &Th)
(Tu &Th)
Dolphin 10150
Whale 10173
Whale 10173
(Tu &Th)
(Tu &Th)
8:00 PM 8:15 PM 8:30 PM 22
PRICING: Group Classes $60/8 classes | Private Lessons $100/4 classes
Level 4 10332 (M &W)
Adult Int./Adv. 10451
Teen Stroke 10452
(M &W)
(Tu &Th)
City of Arlington Parks and Recreation
WEDNESDAY
Adult Beg. 10449
Level 4 10332
(Tu &Th)
(M &W)
THURSDAY
Adult Int./Adv. 10451
Teen Stroke 10452
(M &W)
(Tu &Th)
Adult Beg. 10449 (Tu &Th)
SESSION 3 (June 9 - July 28)
PRICING: Group Classes $60/8 classes | Private Lessons $100/4 classes SATURDAY
9:00 AM 9:15 AM 9:30 AM 9:45 AM 10:00 AM 10:15 AM 10:30 AM 10:45 AM 11:00 AM 11:15 AM 11:30 AM 11:45 AM 12:00 PM 12:15 PM 12:30 PM 12:45 PM
Clownfish 10129
Level 1 10213
Level 3 10319
Level 2 10320
Level 4 10321
Level 1 10214
Level 5 10322
Level 3 10323
Level 6 FS 10324
Level 1 10218
Level 2 10360
Clownfish 10130 Tadpole 10072 Dolphin 10147
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Private 10444/10446 Starfish 10058 Clownfish 10131 Private 10445/10447
SESSION 3 (June 10 - July 29)
PRICING: Group Classes $60/8 classes | Private Lessons $100/4 classes SUNDAY
12:00 PM 12:15 PM 12:30 PM 12:45 PM 1:00 PM 1:15 PM 1:30 PM 1:45 PM 2:00 PM 2:15 PM 2:30 PM 2:45 PM
Dolphin 10148
Level 1 10215
Level 2 10325
Level 3 10361
Level 2 10326
Level 1 10217
Level 5 10327
Clownfish 10133 Tadpole 10073 Private 10436/10440
Level 3 10328
Private 10437/10441 Private 10438/10442
Clownfish 10132
Level 4 10329
Whale 10174 Level 1 10216
Level 6 Safety 10330
Guppy 10089
HAVE A SWIM PARTY! Hugh Smith Indoor Pool is available to rent for private parties, family gatherings, etc. The availability of rental time depends upon the pool’s operating hours. Lifeguards are provided for all rentals. Rental fee of $135 includes up to 40 guests for two hours. A $25 fee is added for an additional 20 guests. Seven day notice is required for creation or adaptation. Call 817-275-0513 for more information.
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