Swimming Lessons
Medical Release-Waiver
A Medical Release-Waiver Form is required for your child to attend swim lessons.
Swimming Lessons at Los Altos Pool
Updated Swimming Curriculum 2017
Attention parents: There is a new swimming lesson curriculum as of Spring 2017.
Classes are arranged by age:
- Parent Tot: 6 months - 3 years
- Preschool: 3 - 5 years
- Child: 6 - older
Child classes are organized by "waves," or skill levels.
Child Lesson Pods
Children over the age of 5 are divided into waves based on skill level. When your child masters the skills listed below, he or she will earn a certificate and move to the next wave.
Pod 1 - Water Acclamation/Floating
Students focus on being comfortable in the main pool, 3ft deep, while working on the basics of floating and kicking.
Pod 2 - Freestyle
Students learn fundamentals of freestyle and treading water. After completion of this course, students should be able to swim 10 - 15 yards of coordinated freestyle.
Pod 3 - Backstroke
Students learn to become comfortable on their back and coordinated backstroke. After completion of this course, students should be able to swim 10 - 15 yards of coordinated backstroke and 15+ yards of freestyle.
Pod 4 - Breaststroke
Students learn coordinated breaststroke and diving. After completion of this course, students should be able to swim 10 - 15 yards of coordinated breaststroke, 25 yards of freestyle and backstroke, and treading for 1 minute.
Pod 5 - Butterfly
Students learn coordinated butterfly. After completion of this course, students should be able to swim 10 - 15 yards of coordinated butterfly, 15+ yards of breaststroke, 25 yards of freestyle and backstroke.
Metro Aquatic League (ages 5-14)
Learn and master the basic skills of competitive swimming. Students will participate in organized swim meets and a City Championships at the end of the summer. Click here to find more information.
Junior Lifeguard Course
This program is directed toward youths between the ages of 11-15 years old. Candidates will be given the opportunity to develop Teamwork and leadership, increase swimming skills, perform rescue techniques, and understand responsibilities of aquatic personnel and first responders. Click here to find more information
Private Lessons
We do not offer private swim lessons at any of our pools.
Fall Lessons 2017
Fall swim lessons are offered at Sandia Pool and West Mesa Aquatic Center.
- Each session has 8 lessons and the cost is $35 per session.
- Sign up begins August 1, 2017
| Pool | Fall Session I | Fall Session II |
|---|---|---|
| West Mesa Aquatic Center |
August 22 - September 14 (Tuesdays and Thursdays) 5:15 p.m. - 5:55 p.m. |
September 26 - October 19 (Tuesdays and Thursdays) 5:15 p.m. - 5:55 p.m. |
| Sandia Pool |
August 14 - August 24 (Monday - Thursday) 5:15 p.m. - 5:55 p.m. |
2017 Summer Swim Lessons
- Mass lesson registration started on April 29, 2017, at the indoor pools. Please see below for which pool to sign up at.
- When outdoor pools open on May 27, 2017, registration will then continue at the corresponding pool.
- Lessons are $35 per child per 2 week session.
- Morning lessons are Monday through Friday; evening lessons are Monday through Thursday
For more information on swimming lessons, call the pool of your choice.
| Indoor Host Site | Outdoor Pools Available for sign-up |
|---|---|
| Highland Pool (256-2096) | East San Jose, Sunport, Wilson |
| Sandia Pool (291-6279) | Eisenhower, Montgomery |
| Valley Pool (768-5349) | Rio Grande Outdoor, Sunport |
| West Mesa Aquatic Center (836-8718) | Sierra Vista |
| Morning Session Dates (M-F) | Evening Session Dates (M-TH) |
|---|---|
| Session I: June 5 - 16 | Session I: June 5 - 15 |
| Session II: June 19 - 30 | Session II: June 19 - 29 |
| Interim Session: July 3 - 7 | (Eisenhower and Los Altos only) |
| Session III: July 10 - 21 | Session III: July 10 - 20 |
| Session IV: July 24 - Aug 4 | Session IV: July 24 - Aug 3 |
Individual Pool Registration & Class Information
East San Jose Pool
2015 Galena SE - View map.
(505) 848-1396
Registration for this site begins at our mass registration day Saturday, April 29, 2017, from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Highland Pool. Registration will continue at East San Jose Pool starting May 27, 2017, during pool hours of operation.
| Lessons | Sessions Available | Lesson Times |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool | II | 11:15 - 11:50 a.m. |
| Child | II | 11:15 - 11:50 a.m. |
| Aquatic Team | Begins June 5 2017 | 4 - 5 p.m. |
Eisenhower Pool
11001 Camero NE - View map.
(505) 291-6292
Registration for this site begins at our mass registration day Saturday, April 29, 2017, from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Sandia Pool. Registration will continue at Eisenhower Pool starting May 27, 2017, during pool hours of operation.
| Lessons | Sessions Available | Lesson Times |
|---|---|---|
| Parent - tot | I, II, III, and IV | 10:15 - 10:50 a.m., 11 - 11:35 a.m. |
| I and II | 5:10 - 5:50 p.m., 6 - 6:40 p.m. | |
| Preschool | I, II, III, and IV | 10:15 -10:50 a.m., 11 - 11:35 a.m., 11:45 - 12:20 p.m. |
| I and II | 5:10 - 5:50 p.m., 6 - 6:40 p.m. | |
| Child | I, II, III, and IV | 10:15 - 10:50 a.m., 11 - 11:35 a.m., 11:45 - 12:20 p.m. |
| I and II | 5:10 - 5:50 p.m., 6 - 6:40 p.m. | |
| Intersession | July 3-7 2017 | 11 - 12 p.m. |
| Aquatic Team | Begins June 5 2017 | 7:30 - 10 a.m. |
Highland Pool
400 Jackson SE - View map.
(505) 256-2096
Registration for this site begins at our mass registration day Saturday, April 29, 2017, from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Highland Pool. Registration will continue at Highland pool during pool hours of operation.
| Lessons | Sessions Available | Lesson Times |
|---|---|---|
| Parent - Tot | I, II, III, and IV | 9:30 - 10:05 a.m., 10:15 -10:50 a.m. |
| I, II, and III | 5:15 - 5:55 p.m. | |
| Preschool | I, II, III, and IV | 9:30 - 10:05 a.m., 10:15 -10:50 a.m. |
| I, II, and III | 5:15 - 5:55 p.m. | |
| Child | I, II, III, and IV | 9:30 - 10:05 a.m., 10:15 - 10:50 a.m. |
| I, II, and III | 5:15 - 5:55 p.m. |
Los Altos Pool
10100 Lomas NE - View map.
(505) 291-6291
Registration for this site begins at our mass registration day Saturday, April 29, 2017, from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Los Altos Pool. Registration will continue at Los Altos Pool during pool hours of operation.
| Lessons | Sessions Available | Lesson Times |
|---|---|---|
| Parent - Tot | I, II, III and IV | 11 - 11:35 a.m. |
| I and II | 5:15-5:55 p.m. | |
| Preschool | I,II,II I and IV | 10:15 - 10:50 a.m., 11 - 11:35 a.m., 11:45 - 12:20 p.m. |
| I and II | 4:30 - 5:10 p.m., 5:15 - 5:55 p.m. | |
| Child | I, II, III and IV | 10:15 - 10:50 a.m., 11 - 11:35 a.m., 11:45 - 12:20 p.m. |
| I and II | 4:30 - 5:10 p.m., 5:15 - 5:55 p.m. | |
| Intersession | July 4-8 2016 | 11 - 12 p.m. |
| Aquatic Team | Begins June 5 2017 | 8 - 9 a.m. |
Montgomery Pool
5301 Palo Duro NE - View map.
(505) 888-8123
Registration for this site begins at our mass registration day Saturday, April 29, 2017, from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Sandia Pool. Registration will continue at Montgomery Pool starting May 27, 2017, during pool hours of operation.
| Lessons | Sessions Available | Lesson Times |
|---|---|---|
| Parent - Tot | I, II, III, and IV | 10:30 - 11:05 a.m. |
| I, II, and III | 5:15 - 5:55 p.m. | |
| Preschool | I, II, III, and IV | 10:30 - 11:05 a.m., 11:15 - 11:50 a.m. |
| I, II, and III | 5:15 - 5:55 p.m. | |
| Child | I, II, III, and IV | 10:30 - 11:05 a.m., 11:15 - 11:50 a.m. |
| I, II, and III | 5:15 - 5:55 p.m. | |
| Aquatic Team | Begins June 5 2017 | 8:30 - 10:15 a.m. |
Rio Grande City
1410 Iron SW - View map.
(505) 848-1397
Registration for this site begins at our mass registration day Saturday, April 29, 2017, from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Valley Pool. Registration will continue at Rio Grande Pool starting May 27, 2017, during pool hours of operation.
| Lessons | Sessions Available | Lesson Times |
|---|---|---|
| Parent - Tot | II & III | 10 - 10:35 a.m. |
| II | 5:15 - 5:55 p.m. | |
| Preschool | I, II, and III | 10 - 10:35 a.m. |
| II | 5:15 - 5:55 p.m. | |
| Child | I, II, and III | 10 - 10:35 a.m. |
| II | 5:15 - 5:55 p.m. | |
| Aquatic Team | Begins June 5 2017 | 10 - 11 a.m. |
Sandia Pool
7801 Candelaria NE - View map.
(505) 291-6279
Registration for this site begins at our mass registration day Saturday, April 29, 2017, from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Sandia Pool. Registration will continue at Sandia Pool during pool hours of operation.
| Lessons | Sessions Available | Lesson Times |
|---|---|---|
| Parent - Tot | I, II, III, and IV | 10:15 - 10:50 a.m., 11 - 11:35 a.m., 11:45 - 12:20 p.m. |
| I, II, III, and IV | 5:20-6 p.m. | |
| Preschool | I, II, III, and IV | 9:30 - 10:05 a.m., 10:15 - 10:50 a.m., 11 - 11:35, 11:45 - 12:20 p.m. |
| I, II, III, and IV | 5:20 - 6 p.m., 6:10 - 6:50 p.m. | |
| Child | I, II, III, and IV | 9:30 - 10:05 a.m., 10:15 - 10:50 a.m., 11 - 11:35, 11:45 - 12:20 p.m. |
| I, II, III, and IV | 6:10 - 6:50 p.m. | |
| Diving | I, II, III, and IV | 11 - 11:35 a.m., 11:45 - 12:20 p.m. |
| I, II, III, and IV | 6:10 - 6:50 p.m. | |
| Adult | I, II, and III | 6:10 - 6:50 p.m. |
Sierra Vista Pool
5001 Montano NW - View map.
(505) 897-8819
Registration for this site begins at our mass registration day Saturday, April 29, 2017, from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at West Mesa Pool. Registration will continue at Sierra Vista Pool starting May 27, 2017, during pool hours of operation.
| Lessons | Sessions Available | Lesson Times |
|---|---|---|
| Parent - Tot | I, II, and III | 10:15-10:50, 11:45-12:20 |
| I, II, and III | 5:10 - 5:50 p.m. | |
| II, and III | 6 - 6:40 p.m. | |
| Preschool | I, II, III, and IV | 9:30 - 10:05 a.m., 10:15 - 10:50 a.m., 11 - 11:35, 11:45 - 12:20 p.m. |
| I, II, and III | 5:10 - 5:50 p.m., 6 - 6:40 p.m. | |
| Child | I, II, III, and IV | 10:15 - 10:50 a.m., 11 - 11:35, 11:45 - 12:20 p.m. |
| I, II, and III | 5:10 - 5:50 p.m., 6 - 6:40 p.m. | |
| Aquatic Team | Begins June 5 2017 | 7:00 - 10 a.m. |
Sunport Pool
2033 Columbia SE - View map.
(505) 848-1398
Registration for this site begins at our mass registration day Saturday, April 29, 2017, from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Highland Pool or Valley Pool. Registration will continue at Sunport Pool starting May 27, 2017, during pool hours of operation.
| Lessons | Sessions Available | Lesson Times |
|---|---|---|
| Parent - Tot | I and II | 10 - 10:35 a.m. |
| I and II | 5:15 - 5:55 p.m. | |
| Preschool | I, II, and III | 10 - 10:35 a.m., 10:45 - 11:20 a.m. |
| I and II | 5:15 - 5:55 p.m. | |
| Child | I, II, and III | 10 - 10:35 a.m., 10:45 - 11:20 a.m. |
| I and II | 5:15 - 5:55 p.m. | |
| Aquatic Team | Begins June 5 2017 | 9 - 9:50 a.m. |
Valley Pool
1505 Candelaria NW - View map.
(505) 768-5349
Registration for this site begins at our mass registration day Saturday, April 29, 2017, from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Valley Pool. Registration will continue at Valley Pool during pool hours of operation.
| Lessons | Sessions Available | Lesson Times |
|---|---|---|
| Parent - Tot | I, III | 10 - 10:35 a.m., 5:45 - 6:25 p.m. |
| Preschool | I, II, III, and IV | 10 -10:35 a.m., 10:45 - 11:20 a.m. |
| I, II, III, and IV | 5 - 5:40 p.m., 5:45 - 6:25 p.m. | |
| Child | I, II, III, and IV | 10 -10:35 a.m., 10:45 - 11:29 a.m. |
| I, II, III, and IV | 5 - 5:40 p.m., 5:45 - 6:25 p.m. | |
| Diving | III and IV | 10:45 - 11:20 a.m. |
| Adult | III | 5:45 - 6:25 p.m. |
| Aquatic Team | Begins June 5 2017 | Swim Team: 4 - 4:55 p.m. Water Polo: 5-6 p.m. (Monday-Thursday) |
West Mesa Aquatic Center
6705 Fortuna NW - View map.
(505) 836-8718
Registration for this site begins at our mass registration day Saturday, April 29, 2017, from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the West Mesa Aquatic Center. Registration will continue at the West Mesa Aquatic Center during pool hours of operation.
| Lessons | Sessions Available | Lesson Times |
|---|---|---|
| Parent - Tot | I, II, III, and IV | 10:15 - 10:50 a.m., 11 - 11:35 a.m., 11:45 - 12:20 p.m. |
| I, II, III, and IV | 5:15 - 5:55 p.m., 6:10 - 6:50 p.m. | |
| Preschool | I, II, III, and IV | 10:15 - 10:50 a.m., 11 - 11:35 a.m., 11:45 - 12:20 p.m. |
| I, II, III, and IV | 5:15 - 5:55 p.m., 6:10 - 6:50 p.m. | |
| Child | I, II, III, and IV | 10:15 - 10:50 a.m., 11 - 11:35 a.m., 11:45 - 12:20 p.m. |
| I, II, III, and IV | 5:15 - 5:55 p.m., 6:10 - 6:50 p.m. | |
| Diving | II and III | 11 - 11:35 p.m., 11:45 - 12:20 p.m. |
| Adventures in Aquatics | July 3-7 2017 | 9 - 10 a.m. |
| Kids Triathlon | July 3-7 2017 | 9 - 10 a.m. |
| Aquatic Team | Begins June 5 2017 | 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. |
Wilson Pool
6000 Anderson SE - View map.
(505) 256-2095
Registration for this site begins at our mass registration day Saturday, April 29, 2017, from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Highland Pool. Registration will continue at the Wilson Pool starting May 27, 2017, during pool hours of operation.
| Lessons | Sessions Available | Lesson Times |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool | I,II and III | 11:15 - 11:50 a.m. |
| Child | I,II and III | 11:15 - 11:50 a.m. |
| Aquatic Team | Begins June 5 2017 | 9 - 11 a.m. |