Programs
- Group Swimming Lessons
- Parent-Tot Swimming Lessons
- Disclaimers and Policies
- Explanation of Levels
- Private Swimming Lessons
- Lap Swim/Open Swim
- Water Aerobics
Group Swimming Lessons
Register for Group Swim Lessons (Summer 2021)
Group and private swim lessons will resume in Summer 2021. Daytime/evening classes will be available. Click here to view swim lesson summer session dates and times.
Registration is open through August 10, 2021.
As you prepare for summer swim lessons, please consider the following:
- You may register for as many sessions as you like. Please register for the swimmer’s current level in all sessions. Adjustments will be made by the pool staff as swimmers advance through levels.
- Swimmers will be expected to arrive ready to swim. Locker room use will not be available for changing before or after class.
- Spectators will be limited to one adult per family who can remain in designated areas only.
- Masks are optional, but highly recommended.
- Click here to view the daily swim lesson routine.
If you have any questions, please contact tracbard@hssdschools.org or 920-662-7874.
Daily Swim Lesson Routine
All swim lessons are taught by qualified staff certified in the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, Water Safety Instruction, CPR for the Professional Rescuers, and First Aid. Prerequisites for levels Pre-1 through 5 are the ability to willingly participate in the water with an instructor without crying and being age 3-15.
Registration Dates
- Summer Registration: Opens Friday, May 28 at 9 a.m.
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- Months: June-August
- Monday-Thursday daytime and evening swim lessons, five sessions.
- Fall Registration: August 2021
- Months: September-December
- Two sessions of Saturday morning swim lessons.
- Winter Registration
- Months: January-February
- A session of Saturday morning swim lessons.
- Spring Registration
- Months: February-April
- Two sessions of Tuesday/Thursday evening swim lessons.
Group Swim Lesson Dates and Times
View details about the upcoming and current session swim lesson dates and times.
Parent-Tot Swimming Lessons
Register for Parent-Tot Here
The Parent-Tot Swimming Lesson program is designed for swimmers age 6 months to 4 years old. The class is instructor-led, but each participant is required to have an adult in the water with him/her at all times.
The Howard-Suamico Community Pool offers the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. All swim lessons are taught by qualified staff certified in the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, Water Safety Instruction, CPR for the Professional Rescuers, and First Aid.
Parent-Tot Swimming Lessons are offered during the Spring and Summer sessions.
Registration
- Summer: Opens Friday, May 28, 2021 at 9 a.m.
- Two sessions of Tuesday/Thursday evening Parent-Tot Swimming Lessons will be offered during the months of June, July and August.
- Spring
- Two sessions of Monday/Wednesday afternoon Parent-Tot Swimming Lessons will be offered during the months of February, March, and April.
Disclaimers and Policies
Walk-In Registration
Walk-in registration will be available at the pool starting the first day registration opens and will continue during open pool hours until classes are filled. Cash/Check/Credit Card will be accepted. There is no advantage to walk-in registration. Online is the preferred method.
Registration Tips
You may register for as many sessions as you like starting on the first day of registration.
As classes fill up, they will be closed. "N/A" will appear behind the time indicating the class is full. Register early as classes have enrollment caps and will quickly fill up. There is no wait list for classes.
Fees
Online payments can be made using Visa, MasterCard, or Discover. Check/Cash/Credit Card accepted in person at Howard-Suamico Community Pool, located at 2700 Lineville Road.
Cancellation Policy
To cancel a class that is confirmed and paid for, email Tracy Barden. Please note that a minimum five day notice is required to be eligible for a refund.
No refunds or credits will be issued after that point without written documentation from a medical provider or another circumstance deemed extreme.
Location of Classes
All classes will be held at the Howard-Suamico Community Pool, located at 2700 Lineville Road. The entrance to the pool is on the north side of Lineville Intermediate School. Parking is located off Rockwell Lane on the north and west sides of the pool facility.
Explanation of Levels
Parent-Tot
- Prerequisites: None
- Age: 6 months - 4 years
- Objective: To introduce young swimmers to their first swimming experience in the water with an adult.
- Instructors will teach the adults and children about safety around and in the pool, different techniques to help get them use to the water, and the basics of swimming and making swimming a positive experience.
Group Lessons (Levels Pre-1 to 5)
- Prerequisites: Ability to willingly participate in the water with an instructor without crying (parents are asked to remain off the pool deck).
- Ages: 3-15
Explanation of Levels
- Level Pre-1
- Objective: To introduce young swimmers to their first swimming experience in a group setting.
- Children will learn how to blow bubbles, enter and exit the water, and kick and use arm movement.
- Level 1
- Objective: To help young swimmers feel comfortable in the water.
- Children will learn how to alternate their arm movement on their front crawl, kicking and moving their arms and legs at the same time, and being able to float on their front and back without any assistance.
- Level Pre-2
- Objective: To introduce swimmers to independent swimming.
- Children will work more on their front/back float and glide without any assistance, being able to swim front crawl using side breathing, and work on their kicking and finning stroke on their back.
- Level 2
- Objective: To build endurance on fundamental skills.
- Children will learn breath control when swimming on their front, learn how to swim back crawl, and work on elementary backstroke with whip kick.
- Level 3
- Objective: To build endurance and fundamental skills.
- Children will start swimming front/back crawl the width of the pool along with being introduced to scissor, dolphin, and breaststroke kick. An introduction to basic diving will also be taught at this level.
- Level 4
- Objective: To build endurance and coordinate all strokes.
- Children will work more on perfecting their front/back crawls and being able to swim two lengths without stopping, along with working on coordinating their breaststroke arms and legs. They will also be introduced to kicking on their front and back using streamline arms.
- Level 5
- Objective: To refine all strokes.
- Children will work on extending their yardage when it comes to swimming front/back crawls, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, and sidestroke. They will also working more on coordinating body movement on butterfly.
- Level 6:
- Prerequisites: The successful completion of level 5 as noted on report card.
- Objective: Fitness swimming, fundamentals of diving, personal water safety, and increasing endurance of all strokes. Open/flip turns, underwater pull and swim workout elements will be taught in this level. Along with, the fundamentals of diving from poolside, spring board and starting blocks.
- Pre-Competitive: Preparing for Swim Team
- Prerequisites: Able to swim the length of the pool in a strong manner without assistance using the correct technique on front and back.
- Objective: Advancing swimming skills in preparation to join swim team. Swimmers will learn the basics of competitive swimming and will focus on Freestyle, Backstroke, Butterfly & Breaststroke, flip turns, open turns, starts, relays, streamlines etc. Swimmers will also get to experience a mini swim meet on the last day of the session period.
Private Swimming Lessons
Register for Group Swim Lessons (Summer 2021)
Group and private swim lessons will resume in Summer 2021. Daytime/evening classes will be available. Click here to view swim lesson summer session dates and times.
Registration is open through August 10, 2021.
As you prepare for summer swim lessons, please consider the following:
- You may register for as many sessions as you like. Please register for the swimmer’s current level in all sessions. Adjustments will be made by the pool staff as swimmers advance through levels.
- Swimmers will be expected to arrive ready to swim. Locker room use will not be available for changing before or after class.
- Spectators will be limited to one adult per family who can remain in designated areas only.
- Masks are optional, but highly recommended.
- Click here to view the daily swim lesson routine.
If you have any questions, please contact tracbard@hssdschools.org or 920-662-7874.
Daily Swim Lesson Routine
Private Swim Lessons
All Private Swimming Lessons are 30 minute sessions. Private lessons are offered to any age swimmers wanting to learn how to swim, perfect his/her strokes, or accomplish anything in between. Offered year-round to fit your family’s schedule, lessons are 30 minutes in length and are customized to the swimmer’s ability.
Fees
- 1 Swimmer/1 Instructor
- Resident: $20
- Non-Resident: $25
- 2 Swimmers/1 Instructor
- Resident: $25
- Non-Resident: $30
- 3 Swimmers/1 Instructor
- Resident: $30
- Non-Resident: $35
Cancelation Policy
- Advanced notice
- To cancel/reschedule a private lesson that is confirmed and paid for, email tracbard@hssdschools.org or discuss changes with your instructor.
- Day-of notice
- To cancel/reschedule a private lesson that is confirmed and paid for the day of the lesson, call 920-662-7874 to speak with the supervisor on duty.
- Please do not leave a voicemail.
- Notice within one hour or after the lesson’s start time will result in a missed lesson. No refund/credit will be issued.
Lap Swim/Open Swim
Lap Swim requires advanced reservations. Starting June 21, two reservations per lane will be available. Use this link to reserve your spot. Water Aerobics will not have pre-registration at this time.
Reminders When You Arrive
- Masks are option, but highly recommended.
- Please use the door buzzer to request access to the facility.
- Enter the building one person at a time and wash your hands in the nearest restroom.
- Take your temperature and complete the COVID-19 form (located at the pool).
- Show your ID and pay for pool use.
- Proceed to your assigned chair on deck to store your personal belongings. Changing rooms will not be available.
- Swim.
- Exit through the back door by diving board.
Lap Swim
During lap swim, lanes are designated for individuals who are looking for continuous lap swimming, as well as water walking. Circle swimming is encouraged when more than two swimmers accompany a lane. Designated lanes are available during scheduled times in the pool.
Open Swim
Open Swim is open to anyone who wants to enjoy the pool and water for swimming laps, playing with swim toys, and having fun with the family. Balls, noodles, water toys, inner tubes and life jackets are available upon request. Water wings and cubes are not allowed. Children 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult in the water.
Lap Swim and Open Swim Calendar
- Child (18 and under)
- Resident: $2
- Non-Resident: $3
- Adult (19-59)
- Resident: $2.50
- Non-Resident: $3.50
- Senior (60+)
- Resident: Free
- Non-Resident: $3
- Family (up to 2 adults and 3 children)
- Resident: $7
- Non-Resident: $10
- District Staff
- Resident: Free
- Non-Resident: Free
10-Punch Passes - Lap Swim and Open Swim Calendar
- Child (18 and under)
- Resident: $15
- Non-Resident: $25
- Adult (19-59)
- Resident: $20
- Non-Resident: $30
- Senior (60+)
- Resident: Free
- Non-Resident: $25
Note: 10-Punch Passes are non-transferable between users and expire within one year from the date of purchase.
Water Aerobics
Use this link to reserve your spot. Water Aerobics will not have pre-registration at this time.
Reminders When You Arrive
- Masks are optional, but highly recommended.
- Please use the door buzzer to request access to the facility.
- Enter the building one person at a time and wash your hands in the nearest restroom.
- Take your temperature and complete the COVID-19 form (located at the pool).
- Show your ID and pay for pool use.
- Proceed to your assigned chair on deck to store your personal belongings. Changing rooms will not be available.
- Swim.
- Exit through the back door by diving board.
Water Aerobics
View the Water Aerobics calendar here.
Looking for a great water workout? All Water Aerobics classes are led at a moderate to fast paced aerobic workout. The atmosphere allows participants to go at a speed and water depth they are comfortable with. Each class includes cardio, toning, and stretching. Each instructor has her own style with a wide variety of moves and music.
Fees
- Adult (16-59)
- Resident: $4
- Non-Resident: $5
- Senior (60+)
- Resident: Free
- Non-Resident: $4
- HSSD Staff: Free
Fees: 10-Punch Water Aerobics
- Resident Adult (16-59): $30
- Non-Resident Adult (16-59): $40
- Resident Senior (60+): Free
- Non-Resident Senior (60+): $30
