What’s It Like To Work At Redding Recreation?

Redding Recreation and the Redding Aquatic Center hire dozens of part-time, seasonal summer employees each year to help local area youth enjoy Summer Camps, Swim Lessons and Recreation programming. Open positions include:

• Spring & Summer Camp Counselor

• Aquatic Center Lifeguard/ Swim Lesson Instructor

• Aquatic Center Cashier, Party Leader, Slide Operator

• Aquatic Center Facility Maintenance Worker

“We find that most of the summer staff we hire are interested in working for Redding Recreation for a few reasons,” says Teresa Urricelqui, Recreation Superintendent. “They’re either interested in becoming a first responder or teacher and want to get some real life experience before they sign up for college courses. Or they’re looking for a summer job with flexible hours and weekends off so they can still enjoy their summer break.”

The Redding Aquatic Center hires Lifeguards starting at 15 years old as long as they can pass all the necessary certifications. Redding Recreation Summer Camp staff must be at least 16 years old.

“Many of the youth we hire are working for the first time,” says Jenny Moore, Redding Aquatic Center Supervisor. “Our high school staff like working here because many of them get to work with their friends. Their parents like it because we help teach them the skills they’ll need to become working professionals.”

Working for Redding Recreation is a great way to get work experience and build a resume. Plus, with part-time hours and flexible schedules, it’s a great way to make some money while still enjoying a summer break.

Group Swim Lessons

All Ages | $30* based on frequency and season

Spring lessons are four 30-minute lessons completed M–Th in one week. Summer and Fall lessons are comprised of eight 30-minute lessons completed M–Th over the course of 2 weeks. Sign up for as many sessions as you’d like! *An additional $5 fee will be added if you register for any swim course on the start date.

Ready to learn to swim?!

Follow these 4 simple steps to determine what swim lesson class is best for your swimmer.

step 1. Choose an age group

Swim lessons are divided by age group. The chart at the right breaks the groups into Parent & Me, Preschool, and School Age. Aqua Athletes are for students ages 6-17 who are more confident in the water and are ready for more of a challenge.

step 2. Choose the water skill level

After age, swim lessons are divided by skill & confidence level. If your child is timid around the water, start at the very beginning of the lesson tier and move your way up during the season. If your child is confident, likes the water, and likes putting their face in the water, you can decide which skill level to start with. It is always recommended to start low and grow into the appropriate level.

step 3. Select your session & time slot step 4. Register Online

Swim lessons are divided into sessions: Spring, Summer, & Fall. Choose the week your child can attend (session), and select the time slot you can commit to that week. Swim lessons will be held at the same time each day.

Search & register online for swim lessons. These will be organized by age group and skill level (fish name). Use the course codes listed at right to register for spring swim lessons, or go online to register for all swim lessons.

2/Week Option for Parent & Me Classes!

Swim lessons 4 times a week might be too taxing on the littlest swimmers. We have a special 2/Week Option for Parent & Me age groups in the summer only! You still get eight 30-minute classes, but they happen over the course of 4 weeks instead of over 2 weeks like regular classes.

Private Lessons

You might want to sign up for Private swim lessons to give you or your swimmer more individual attention. We have private lessons available individually or private lesson packages, which include 4 private lessons that take place in a one week session. Lessons are for all ages, toddlers to adults!

Individual Private Lessons

Private: $25/student/half-hour

Semi-Private: $20/two students/half-hour; Semi-Private lessons are for 2 students who will be signed up together and are at a similar skill level. Great for siblings & friends.

Small Group Private: $14/four students/half-hour

Individual Private Lessons are available M–Th at the following times: 9:15am, 12:10pm, or 6:40pm. To schedule a private lesson, call the Recreation Office at 225.4095 or the Redding Aquatic Center (after June 10th) at 245.7247.

Private Lesson Package Deal

Private: $90/four 1-on-1 private swim lessons

Semi-Private: $70/four 2-on-1 private swim lessons for students who will be signed up together and are at a similar skill level. Great for siblings & friends.

Private lessons begin in June. Register online to reserve a space!