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1. Are all Aquatics programs postponed or canceled outright due to COVID-19?

Session C of swim lessons, Sessions A, B, and C of CARA swim team (including swim meets), and Masters swim team practices are canceled.  Lifeguard Training is postponed and the new dates will be announced as soon as they’re determined.

2. Will I receive a refund for my canceled Aquatics program?

Session C of swim lessons and all Lifeguard Training classes will receive a household credit for the full cost. CARA Swim Team and Masters will receive a pro-rated household credit for the weeks that will be missed. If you prefer a refund instead of a household credit, please email sheisdorffer@brightonco.gov

3. I need/wish to cancel my group swim lessons and get a refund. What do I need to know?

If you do not have a doctor’s note, you must cancel at least 5 days before the start of lessons. You will not receive a refund after this point. If your total is less than $25, you will receive a household credit which can be used for future registrations. If it is more than $25 you can be refunded. There will be a $5 per activity fee charged for this process. This policy is the same for all activities in the Recreation Center.

4. What programming is offered?

We offer group swim lessons, private/semi-private lessons, water aerobics, water walking, Masters swim team, CARA swim team, and lifeguard trainings.

5. I am interested in joining a swim team but it has already begun. Can I still sign up?

You may join anytime if there is space! CARA swimming fills up extremely fast. Pay close attention to registration dates to make sure you can register. 

6. How much do private swim lessons cost?

We offer private and semi-private swim lessons for purchase in sets of 4 or 8 lessons.
Privates – 4 lessons $82, 8 lessons $164
Semi-private – 4 lessons $48, 8 lessons $96

7. When are the next American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Classes?

Age   Days          Dates            Time          Session

15+	Sat-Mon	April 28-30*	9am-4pm	322001A
15+	Mon-Wed	June 4-6	9am-4pm	322001B

8. How much do private swimming lessons cost?

We offer private and semi-private swim lessons for purchase in sets of 4 or 8 lessons. Private Swim Lessons – 4 lessons $120, 8 lessons $240 Semi-private Swim Lessons – 4 lessons $72, 8 lessons $144. It is well worth the money! Your child will advance in their swimming ability much faster with private lessons than with group lessons.

9. I would like to come and swim laps. Do I need to share a lane?

The answer is yes. While most of the time there is no need for lane sharing, if enough lap swimmers come, the lanes will become circle swimming. Please find someone of similar ability to share a lane.

10. Can I bring floats and toys?

You may bring Coast Guard Approved life vests. You may also bring small floats and soft toys. Toys and floats may not be allowed on busy days and water wings are never allowed.

11. What is considered proper swim wear?

Only swim and bathing suits are allowed. Basketball shorts, t-shirts, denim, sweat pants/shorts are not allowed.

12. There is no room in the swim lesson level that I need. What do I do?

Please enroll your child in the proper level. If there is no room in the correct level and you insist on putting them in swim lessons, please enroll them a level down. If they are in a class above their ability, they will not learn and they will also hinder the rest of the class.

13. My child in enrolled in the wrong swim lesson level. What do I do?

It is recommended when enrolling your child that you enroll them in the same level twice until they graduate for the next level. If we can’t move them to the correct class, the instructors are capable of working with them at their ability level.

14. Can I request a swim lesson instructor?

If you would like to request a swim instructor, private lessons are the way to go. We do not take requests for group lessons.

15. How do I know where to place my child in group swim lessons?

If you haven’t been told recently by a swim instructor where to place your child, please contact aquatic management at 303-655-2213. Brochure descriptions are a good guide for placement. It is good to know that children don’t usually just move up a level after each session. Sometimes it takes more than one class, and each child moves at their own pace/ability.