Learn to swim in time for summer

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OREGON – Learn to swim this Spring at the Oregon Park District.

Morning, afternoon, evening and even Saturday classes are available. All classes start the week of April 1 and meet once a week for 8 weeks. 

Registration deadline is March 19. Sign up today. No late registration will be taken and classes are filling fast. All classes are taught by certified Starfish Swim Instructors.  Level 1-6 are for ages 3 and up. Starbabies are for ages 6 months to 3 years and a parent must get in the water with them. 

New this session is Adult Group Lessons on Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m.-6:15 p.m. Have you always wanted to swim but never learned? These lessons are geared towards beginners and intermediate swimmers looking to learn the basic skills. Students will work at their own pace to accomplish their swimming goals in a group setting.

Also check out our Angelfish Program for swimmers with disabilities or special needs get the assistance they need in our group lessons.

Private swim lessons are also available for 30 minutes of one-on one instruction.  Students may choose to focus on specific skills or work on all the skills required to pass a swimming level. 

Private lessons are for children and adults and are scheduled by the Aquatics Coordinator, Jena Wehmhoefer, jena@oregonpark.org or 815-732-3101. 

Registration for swim lessons at Nash Recreation Center, 304 S. Fifth St., Oregon or by phone 815-732-3101.