The Red Cross has established swimming lessons for kids and adults that allow everyone the opportunity to learn in a safe environment, at their own pace. The Learn-to-Swim Program focuses on building skills one step at a time. By giving participants the opportunity to master one element before advancing on to the next, our swim classes make it easy to build confidence in the water. There are five levels in this program that offer a wide variety of activities. Skills taught include: personal safety, rescue skills, diving skills, and stroke skills. Each level is designed to stimulate interest and motivate students to advance to the next section.
We are excited to announce our winter session of swim classes! For more information on health and safety protocols, click here.
COVID-19 SWIM CLASS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES:
- Have your child wear their bathing suit under their clothes. Pack a change of clothing.
- Please arrive only 10 minutes before your class is set to begin.
- All visitors to our building who are 5 years of age and older must wear a facemask.
- Please enter the building at the front door. Temperature checks will be given prior to going down to the pool. After picking up your child, please exit our building through the back door in the main lobby.
- Please enter the pool directly through the hallway doors.
- One Adult per student will be allowed into the pool area.
- Locker rooms will only be available to parents and students after swim class. Additional changing tents are available on the Pool Deck.
- Class size will be reduced to 3 students per class.
- Parents/Caregivers are NOT allowed to stay on the Pool Deck during class time.
- Parents will be provided waiting areas upstairs on the 1st floor.
- All Swim instructors and other staff members will wear clear face shields or masks at all times.
We appreciate patience and flexibility during this time.
REFUND POLICY:
Class refund policy: After the first class is held, 90% refund minus $20 administrative fee.
After the second class is held, 50% refund minus $20 administrative fee.
For more information or to register please contact Lior Harpaz at (718) 268-5011 ext. 502 or by email at [email protected].
Private Swim Lessons
To request a private or semi-private swim lesson, click here!
One-on-one learning with a water safety instructor. Lessons are 45 minutes long and are designed to meet individual needs.
Each Lesson: $55 members/ $60 non-members
Semi-Private Swim Lessons (2 people)
Each Lesson (per person): $40 members / $45 non-members
Group Swim Classes (Classes Begin January 3):
All classes are 45 minutes followed by 15 minutes of cleaning & disinfecting.
8 Weeks: $240 members / $280 non-members
*10% off if signed up for more than one session per week
Swim Time with Mommy
Ages 7-36 months, with parent
Introduce your child to the water through fun activities. Class is co-ed.
8 Sun. beg. Jan. 3
12:00-12:45 p.m.
1:00-1:45 p.m.
Water Exploration (Level 1)
For first-time swimmers or children fearful of the water. Skills include safety, floating, bubbles, kicking and arm action.
Ages 3-6
8 Sun. beg. Jan. 3
12:00-12:45 p.m.
2:00-2:45 p.m.
8 Mon. beg. Jan. 4
4:00-4:45 p.m.
8 Thurs. beg. Jan. 7
4:00-4:45 p.m.
Ages 7-11
8 Sun. beg. Jan. 3
1:00-1:45 p.m.
8 Tues. beg. Jan. 5
5:00-5:45 p.m.
Primary Skills (Level II)
For children ready to learn to swim independently. Skills include floating, front & back glide & crawl stroke. Children must be comfortable putting their faces in the water.
Ages 3-6
8 Sun. beg. Jan. 3
12:00-12:45 p.m.
2:00-2:45 p.m.
8 Mon. beg. Jan. 4
4:00-4:45 p.m.
8 Tues. beg. Jan. 5
5:00-5:45 p.m.
8 Wed. beg. Jan. 6
4:00-4:45 p.m.
8 Thurs. beg. Jan. 7
4:00-4:45 p.m.
Ages 7-11
8 Sun. beg. Jan. 3
1:00-1:45 p.m.
8 Mon. beg. Jan. 4
5:00-5:45 p.m.
8 Wed. beg. Jan. 6
5:00-5:45 p.m.
Ages 12+
8 Sun. beg. Jan. 3
2:00-2:45 p.m.
Stroke Readiness (Level III)
Children learn rotary breathing, backstroke, water safety and improve upon skills learned in Level II.
Ages 3-6
8 Sun. beg. Jan. 3
12:00-12:45 p.m.
2:00-2:45 p.m.
8 Tues. beg. Jan. 5
4:00-4:45 p.m.
8 Wed. beg. Jan. 6
5:00-5:45 p.m.
8 Thurs. beg. Jan. 7
4:00-4:45 p.m.
Ages 7-11
8 Sun. beg. Jan. 3
1:00-1:45 p.m.
8 Tues. beg. Jan. 5
5:00-5:45 p.m.
8 Thurs. beg. Jan. 7
5:00-5:45 p.m.
Stroke Development (Level IV)
Learn rhythmic breathing, crawl stroke, backstroke; survival floating and safety skills are improved. Breaststroke and sidestroke are introduced.
8 Mon. beg. Jan. 4
5:00-5:45 p.m.
8 Wed. beg. Jan. 6
5:00-5:45 p.m.
SWIM CLINIC (LEVEL IV/V)
8 Sun. beg. Jan. 3
1:00-1:45 p.m.
2:00-2:45 p.m.
Commonpoint Queens Aquaflames Swim Team
Sanctioned by USA Swimming
$20 per session.
Anyone signing up for 3 or more sessions per week pays $15 per session.
One month commitment required.
AGES 6-18 (Co-Ed)
The Aquaflames Swim Team is a year-round USA swim program that benefits athletes and prepares them for success during competitions. Practice sessions teach discipline, sportsmanlike conduct, swimming technique, racing skills, and aerobic development in a positive social environment. As swimmers graduate from each level, they develop mentally, emotionally and physically. Absolute commitment is necessary for every swimmer in order for them to reach their maximum swimming potential.
THE AQUAFLAMES PRACTICE UP TO 5 DAYS A WEEK
Mon.–Thurs. 4:00-4:50 p.m. or 5:00-5:50 p.m.
Sun. 7:00-7:50 p.m. or 8:00-8:50 p.m.
American Red Cross Lifeguarding
Can you swim 300 yards (12 lengths) continuously, retrieve a 10lb. submerged object from a minimum 7 foot depth and tread water for two minutes? If so, you can become a lifeguard! Upon successful completion of the class, participants will obtain a Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification, and certifications in CPR/AED and First Aid.
For more information please contact Lior Harpaz, Aquatics Director, at (718) 268-5011 ext. 502 or [email protected].
Dates to be announced.
$400 members / $450 non-members
Water Safety Instructor Course
Dates to be announced.
$450 member or non-member
For more information please contact Lior Harpaz, Aquatics Director, at (718) 268-5011 ext. 502 or [email protected].
Click here for information on Winter Youth Sports Classes in Forest Hills.