Starfish Aquatics Institute–certified instruction for every age and ability — from first splash to competitive strokes.
All group lesson instructors are trained and certified through the Starfish Aquatics Institute (SAI), the industry standard in swim instruction and water safety. Lessons follow the SAI progressive curriculum across every level.
Your point of contact for group swim lessons
Group Swim Lessons Program Lead
Liz oversees the group swim lesson program, instructor scheduling, and level placement. She's happy to help you find the right level, coordinate a switch, or answer questions about the curriculum.
Three pathways from parent-and-toddler through competitive stroke school
Parent & Toddler · 6 months – 2 years
A gentle, play-based introduction to the water. A parent or guardian is in the water with each child, building comfort, breath control, and basic water safety habits.
Learn-to-Swim · Ages 3+
Our core learn-to-swim program following the Starfish Aquatics Institute curriculum. Four progressive levels build water safety, floating, and the foundations of freestyle and backstroke.
Stroke Development · Ages 5+ (pass Swim School)
For swimmers who have completed Swim School. Four levels refine the four competitive strokes, build endurance, and introduce competitive skills — a great on-ramp to the swim team.
Starfish Swim School levels, late-season sessions, and pricing
All swim instructors maintain active Starfish Aquatics Institute (SAI) certifications, ensuring instruction focuses on water safety, progressive skill mastery, and student engagement.
Water Comfort & Safety
Water adjustment, breath control, supported floats, and safe entry/exit — building comfort and trust in the water.
Body Position & Air Exchange
Independent buoyancy, streamlined body positions, bobbing, and rhythmic breathing.
Forward Movement & Direction Change
Independent kicking, basic paddle strokes, and rolling over in the water.
Streamlining & Side Breathing
Coordinated arm-and-leg movements with lateral breathing mechanics and increased endurance.
For swimmers who have graduated from Swim School or demonstrated equivalent water competency during a pre-lesson swim assessment. Stroke School develops the four competitive strokes — freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly — with the goal of transitioning into competitive swimming.
Each group session spans a two-week block, Monday–Thursday, for eight 30-minute lessons. Friday of each week is reserved as a make-up day for weather or mechanical closures. Registration deadlines are Fridays at 5:00 PM.
| Session | Start | End | Reg. Deadline | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session 4 | July 13, 2026 | July 23, 2026 | July 10, 2026 | Standard mid-summer block with high demand. |
| Session 5 | July 27, 2026 | Aug 6, 2026 | July 24, 2026 | Final group session of the year; no class July 24 (Pioneer Day). |
| Period | Time | Available Offerings |
|---|---|---|
| Period 1 | 9:20 – 9:50 AM | Starfish Swim/Stroke School, Splashing Babies (Toddler Class 1) |
| Period 2 | 10:00 – 10:30 AM | Starfish Swim/Stroke School |
| Period 3 | 10:40 – 11:10 AM | Starfish Swim/Stroke School, Swim Inclusion (Adaptive) |
| Period 4 | 11:20 – 11:50 AM | Starfish Swim/Stroke School, Swim Inclusion (Adaptive) |
| Period 5 | 12:00 – 12:30 PM | Starfish Swim/Stroke School, Swim Inclusion, Splashing Babies (Toddler Class 2) |
$60 Resident / $65 Non-Resident per session
Covers all eight instructional periods.
Summer 2026 · Monday–Thursday · Session 3 of 4 in progress
Session 1
July 6 – 9
Session 2
July 13 – 16
Session 3
July 20 – 23
Session 4
July 27 – 30
All lessons held at the Pleasant Grove Aquatic Center. Schedule subject to change.
Request an assessment, find your level, or switch levels — all in one place
Three simple steps to get in the water
Use our level selector or request a free assessment if you're unsure which level is right.
Complete registration and payment through our online Sportsman portal.
Arrive 5 minutes early. Swimsuits and towels are all you need to get started.
Questions about group lessons? Contact our program lead or submit a request through the Swim Lessons Portal.