Swim Lessons: Dive Into Fun!
Our swim lessons at Zena are designed for all ages and skill levels. Although the 2024 season has ended, we're excited to welcome you back in 2025! Enjoy a supportive and fun environment where families can learn, grow, and connect. Dive in and experience the joy of swimming with us next year!
Weather Updates & Communication
Swim Lesson cancellations will be posted here. We swim in light rain but cancel for heavy rain. Check the swim registration form for make-up dates. Sign up for Remind text alerts for weather updates by following these instructions.
2024 Lessons Recap
Thank you to everyone who participated in our 2024 swim lessons! Here's are the possible dates for 2025. Dates will be finalized in early 2025:
Session 1: June 30th - July 10th
Session 2: July 14th - July 24th
Session 3: July 28th - August 7th
Classes were Monday - Thursday with rain make-ups on Friday.
For questons, please email: swim@zenarec.com
Private/Individual Swim Lessons
Private lessons were available throughout the 2024 season, and we're planning to offer them again in 2025. Check back for available time slots and registration details early next year..
Please email Bill at swimlessons@zenarec.com for assistance.
Red Cross Certified Swim Lessons
You do not have to be a current member of Zena Recreation Park to take swim lessons! However, our members get priority lesson sign-up and a reduced rate on lesson fees. All are welcome to participate!
The Red Cross has developed swimming lessons for kids and adults that allow everyone the opportunity to learn in a safe environment, at their own pace. Our Red Cross Learn-to-Swim classes are taught by certified, knowledgeable, and caring instructors who can help swimmers at every level feel comfortable in the water and progress to the next level.
Learn to Swim Levels Quick Reference:
Parent & Toddler (12 months - 3 years)
Parents and children explore water skills like floating and basic safety, focusing on fun and interaction.
Preschool (3 - 5 years)
Children learn basic swimming skills in a playful setting, developing water confidence and safety awareness.
Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Beginners learn basic water safety and skills like floating, gliding, and kicking.
Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Swimmers build on basic skills to learn stroke development and improve water safety awareness.
Level 3: Stroke Development
Focus on refining strokes and increasing endurance in various swimming techniques.
Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Swimmers enhance their stroke technique and endurance, preparing for more advanced skills.