The Oak Ridge Recreation and Parks Department offers swimming classes throughout the year. We are currently offering the following classes:
Private lessons for all ages ($120.00 must be setup with Vonda Wooten, Aquatics Recreation Manger)
Group Lessons (schedule below)
To find out more information about requirements for various swimming levels check out our Level Placement Guide below.
SUMMER SESSION:
Sign-ups Open Online!! Click here to register
Session 1: June 3-13 (registration closes May 27 )
Session 2: June 17-27 (registration closes June 10 )
Session 3: July 8-18 (registration closes July 1)
Times: Each session offers 9am, 10am, 11am, 5pm, and 6pm. Classes are 2 week sessions Mon-Thur for 45min classes.
ALL levels are offered at each time with the exception of Parent/tot and adult.
*PARENT/TOT
Parent/Tot is ONLY offered at the 11am and 5pm time slots. These classes are only 30 min in length due to the chill of the water. This class is for children 1-2 years old and requires an adult in the water with the child. All children not completely potty trained MUST have on swim diapers.
*ADULT SWIM CLASS
Adult swim lessons are for 15 and up and ONLY offered at the 5pm & 6pm time slot.
Registration closes 1 week before the new session begins. This is for staffing purposes. We will NOT take late registration. Do not wait until your child completes a session before you sign up for the next, it will be too late.
*Special Notes: 
All lessons are held in the Civic Center Indoor Pool.
All levels are limited by number and based on availability.
How to Register:
Registration will close 1 wk prior to the class starting to ensure instructors placement
Registration is now available online. Payment is due at the time of registration. For further information please call the Recreation and Parks Department, 425-3450 or email Vonda Wooten at vwooten@oakridgetn.gov. Enrollment is limited. The cost is $70 for 8 forty five minute sessions. If you register online, you will receive a $5.00 discount making the cost only $65.00.
Click here to register: Create an Account and Register
What to bring to class:
Please Bring: swim suit, towel, and a smile (goggles are a good idea, but not necessary)
Any child not fully potty trained needs to wear a proper swim diaper.
Do NOT Bring: floaties, puddle jumpers, full face masks
Downloadable Forms
We will test the swimmers on the first day of class to ensure they are in the proper level.
