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RECREATION STAFF
Masks are now optional in all Park District programs and facilities.

Summer Swim Lessons
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Group Swim Lessons
The West Chicago Park District offers a great environment for children to learn how to swim, stay safe in the water, and have fun. Swim lessons provide a way to develop fundamental skills, build confidence, grow and learn from others, and encourage healthy living for children ages 9-months to 12 years. Our group swim lessons are designed to provide instruction in a small group setting where children can learn or practice their skills while meeting new friends. Regular sessions are 30 minutes in length and each session includes 8 lessons.
Lesson Level Finder
Not sure which swim lesson to sign up for? Use the lesson level finder to help you choose the best class to meet your swimmer's needs, age, and ability.
Guppy
(4-7 yrs)
Swimmer's ability:
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Non-swimmer
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Little or some experience in water
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Comfortable in water without parent
Swimmer will work on:
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Submerging face underwater
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Supported float on stomach and back with a barbell
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Forward motion with a barbell
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Kicking and beginning arm movements
Minnow
(9mo-3 yrs with Parent)
Swimmer's ability:
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Non-swimmer
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Requires parent assistance in water
Swimmer will work on:
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Basic water safety skills
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Helping parents teach their children to be comfortable in the water
Seahorse
(6-12 yrs)
Swimmer's ability:
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Comfortable in water
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Can swim 3 yards with barbell
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Comfortable submerging face
Swimmer will work on:
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Submerging head under water
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Unsupported float on stomach and back with barbell
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Arm movements for front crawl
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Kicking on stomach and back using barbell
Jellyfish
(2-3 yrs)
Swimmers ability:
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Non-swimmer
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Little or no experience in water
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Somewhat comfortable in water without parent
Swimmer will work on:
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Entering and exiting water safely
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Front and back float
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Gain confidence in water without parent
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Kicking, bubble blowing, and submersion
Eel
(8-12 yrs)
Swimmer's ability:
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Comfortable in deep end
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Can cwim 15 yards with kickboard
Swimmer will work on:
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Fundamentals of treading water and rhythmic breathing
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Over arm recovery for front and back crawl
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Basics of breaststroke and butterfly may be introduced
Private and Semi-Private Swim Lessons
Our private and semi-private swim lessons are designed to provide instruction in a small group (or one-on-one) setting where children can learn or practice their skills while meeting new friends. A staff member will contact you to schedule a time for the lesson.
Semi-Private Lesson
(2-12yrs)
Designed for Swimmers Around Same Ability
Swim Partner is Chosen by Participant Prior to Registration
Private or Personalized Lesson
(2-12yrs)
One-on-One Instruction Catered to Participant Needs