Swim Lessons
Summer registration opens at 12pm – June 2nd for members and June 4th for everyone
Please make sure your swimmer’s membership is active and up to date at least 2 business days before registration opens. We are unable to sell any new memberships after close on Friday, May 29th. NECC will send you a member registration link via email before June 1st. We strongly encourage all members to make sure they can login to their accounts and have received the registration link before the registration opens at noon. We encourage you to sign up for waitlists if a swim lesson fills up.
Summer schedule has been posted. Have questions? Contact callen@necommunitycenter.org OR aquatics@necommunitycenter.org
Current session: Spring 2 Session: May 4th – June 18th
No Swim Lessons on May 25th – Holiday Hours: 7am – 2pm
We are closed June 8th – 11th
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Upcoming Session Dates: Summer Session June 29th -August 23rd
Summer 1 Session: June 29th – July 23rd & Summer 2 session: July 27th – August 23rd
No swim lessons on July 4th and 5th
Not sure what level is best for your kid? We strongly encourage you to enroll in the “lower” level – your child will develop confidence and because of the small class size, will have opportunities to comfortably transition to the next level.
PRICING - BY SESSION - SUMMER
NO LESSONS ON JULY 4TH or 5TH
While the NECC does offer financial assistance, availability is limited. Click here to learn more and sign up for our waitlist.
NECC’s Refund Policy
SUMMER LESSON SCHEDULE
FOR INFANTS/TODDLERS
*ALL STUDENTS MUST HAVE AN ADULT CAREGIVER ACCOMPANY THEM IN THE WATER DURING INFANT/TODDLER LESSONS*
Introduces age-appropriate swimming skills with songs & games to create a fun experience in the water and build basic water safety skills for both parents and children. Helps infants and young children become comfortable in the water. Our Infant/Toddler lessons are open to swimmers between the ages of 6 months and 3 years.
8 Week Session - June 29th - August 23rd
Tuesdays
Raye 11:10 – 11:40am
Thursdays
Raye 11:10 – 11:40am
PRE-LEVEL 1 LESSONS
This class helps children feel comfortable and safely enjoy the water at their own pace. Children under 6 will be limited to the Pre-Levels until their bodies grow. No previous swimming experience is necessary.
We expect students to begin class with these skills:
- Listen and follow directions/rules to the best of their ability
Your student is ready to move to the next level if they can:
- Blow bubbles consistently with entire face in the water
- Front float and back float with minimal assistance
- Kick on front using a kickboard independently
- Kick on back using a kickboard with minimal assistance
- Perform rudimentary arm circles (freestyle) using a kickboard with assistance
- Jump into the pool with assistance
Pre-Level 1 for Swimmers Age 3-5 - 8 Week Session - June 29th - August 23rd
MONDAY
Jack 2:10 – 2:40
THURSDAY
Am 1:35 – 2:05
Am 2:10 – 2:40
SATURDAY
K 10:35 – 11:05
Mai 11:55 – 12:25
SUNDAY
Ellie 11:30 – 12:00
PRE-LEVEL 2 LESSONS
This class helps children with their confidence and independence in the water. They’ll practice combining arms and legs to improve coordination. Children under 6 will be limited to the Pre-Levels until their bodies grow. Previous swimming experience is required.
We expect students to begin class with these skills:
- Follow the directions/rules to the best of their ability
- Bob under the water using nose or mouth bubbles
- Front float and back float with minimal assistance
- Kick on front using a kickboard independently
- Kick on back using a kickboard with minimal assistance
- Glide on their front with bubbles for a minimal distance of 5ft
- Rudimentary arm circles (freestyle) using a kickboard with assistance
- Jump into the pool with assistance
Your student is ready to move to the next level if they can
- Front and Back Float independently
- Kick on their front and back using a kickboard independently
- Perform rudimentary freestyle with an understanding of arm circles, kicking and coming up for a breath for a minimal distance of 10ft
- Perform rudimentary backstroke with basic understanding of how to move their arms while kicking on their back with assistance
- Jump into the pool without assistance
Pre-Level 2 for Swimmers Age 3-5 - 8 Week Session - June 29th - August 23rd
MONDAY
Maddy 2:10 – 2:40
LEVEL 1 LESSONS
This class helps students feel comfortable and safely enjoy the water at their own pace. Repeating levels are expected! Instructors meet each student at their individual abilities; many students will repeat the same swim level multiple times to ensure students feel confident with their swim skills. No previous swimming experience necessary.
We expect students to begin class with these skills:
- Listen and follow direction/rules to the best of their ability
Your student is ready to move to the next level if they can:
- Bob under the water using mouth or nose bubbles
- Front float and back float without assistance
- Kick on front and back using a kickboard independently
- Perform rudimentary freestyle while standing to take to breath
- Jump into the pool without assistance
- Glide on their front at least 10ft
Level 1 for Swimmers Age 3-5 - 8 Week Session - June 29th - August 23rd
FRIDAY
Mai 4:00 – 4:30
Raye 4:40 – 5:10
SATURDAY
Ellie 11:55 – 12:25
Mai 12:35 – 1:05
SUNDAY
K 11:30 – 12:00
Ellie 12:10 – 12:40
Level 1 for Swimmers Age 6+ - Session 1 - June 29th - July 23rd - 4 Week Session
MONDAY/WEDNESDAY
Ellie 4:00 – 4:30
Maddy 4:40 – 5:10
Jack 5:25 – 5:55
TUESDAY/THURSDAY
Am 4:00 – 4:30
Jack 4:40 – 5:10
Level 1 for Swimmers Age 6+ - Session 2 - July 27th - August 20th - 4 Week Session
MONDAY/WEDNESDAY
Ellie 4:00 – 4:30
Maddy 4:40 – 5:10
Jack 5:25 – 5:55
TUESDAY/THURSDAY
Am 4:00 – 4:30
Jack 4:40 – 5:10
LEVEL 2 LESSONS
This class helps children with their confidence and independence in the water. They’ll be refining skills and coordination with freestyle and elementary backstroke. Repeating levels are expected! Instructors meet each student at their individual abilities; many students will repeat the same swim level multiple times to ensure students feel confident with their swim skills. Previous swimming experience is required.
We expect students to begin class with these skills:
- Bob under the water using mouth or nose bubbles
- Float on their front and back independently
- Kick independently with a kickboard on their front and back
- Rudimentary freestyle while standing to take a breath
- Glide on their front at least 10ft
- Jump into the pool without assistance
Your student is ready to move to the next level if they can:
- Swim freestyle for 15ft with side breathing or front breathing that may require standing or stopping to take a full inhalation of air
- Glide on their back with assistance
- Swim backstroke with some assistance
- Perform elementary backstroke with assistance
- Exit the pool by climbing out the side, if their mobility allows (stairs are available to all swimmers)
Level 2 for Swimmers Age 6+ - 8 Week Session - June 29th - August 23rd
FRIDAY
Raye 4:00 – 4:30
Jack 4:40 – 5:10
Mai 5:20 – 5:50
SATURDAY
Ellie 12:35 – 1:05
Ellie 1:55 – 2:25
SUNDAY
K 12:10 – 12:40
Ellie 12:50 – 1:20
Level 2 for Swimmers Age 6+ - Session 1 - June 29th - July 23rd - 4 Week Session
MONDAY/WEDNESDAY
Jack 4:00 – 4:30
Ellie 4:40 – 5:10
Maddy 5:25 – 5:55
TUESDAY/THURSDAY
Jack 4:00 – 4:30
Maddy 4:40 – 5:10
Jack 5:25 – 5:55
Level 2 for Swimmers Age 6+ - Session 2 - July 27th - August 20th - 4 Week Session
MONDAY/WEDNESDAY
Jack 4:00 – 4:30
Ellie 4:40 – 5:10
Maddy 5:25 – 5:55
TUESDAY/THURSDAY
Jack 4:00 – 4:30
Maddy 4:40 – 5:10
Jack 5:25 – 5:55
LEVEL 3 LESSONS
This class helps children build their endurance and improve their freestyle/side breathing and backstroke independence while performing these skills in both shallow and deep water (3ft-6ft depth). Repeating levels are expected! Instructors meet each student at their individual abilities; many students will repeat the same swim level multiple times to ensure students feel confident with their swim skills. Previous swimming experience is required.
We expect students to begin class with these skills:
- Front and back float independence
- Swim freestyle for 15ft with side breathing or front breathing that may require standing or stopping to take a full inhalation of air
- Front glide with bubbles for 20ft while coming up for a breath when necessary
- Swim backstroke with assistance
- Swim elementary backstroke with assistance
- Exit the pool by climbing out the side, if their mobility allows (stairs are available to all swimmers)
Your student is ready to move to the next level if they can:
- Swim freestyle for 20ft with rudimentary side breathing that allows a full inhalation of air without having to stop or stand up to take a breath
- Swim backstroke for 20ft with controlled arms and strong steady kick that keeps them above water
- Swim elementary backstroke for 20ft with a 3 second back glide
- Tread water for only a few seconds
Level 3 Lessons - 8 Week Session - June 29th - August 23rd
FRIDAY
Jack 5:20 – 5:50
SATURDAY
K 11:15 – 11:45
Ellie 1:15 – 1:45
Mai 1:55 – 2:25
SUNDAY
K 12:50 – 1:20
Ellie 1:30 – 2:00
Level 3 Lessons - Session 1 - June 29th - July 23rd - 4 Week Session
MONDAY/WEDNESDAY
Ellie 6:05 – 6:35
TUESDAY/THURSDAY
Am 5:25 – 5:55
Maddy 6:05 – 6:35
Level 3 Lessons - Session 2 - July 27th - August 20th - 4 Week Session
MONDAY/WEDNESDAY
Ellie 6:05 – 6:35
TUESDAY/THURSDAY
Am 5:25 – 5:55
Maddy 6:05 – 6:35
LEVEL 4 LESSONS
This class helps children build their endurance and improve their freestyle and backstroke while performing these skills in mostly deep water (4ft-6.5ft depth). Repeating levels are expected! Instructors meet each student at their individual abilities; many students will repeat the same swim level multiple times to ensure students feel confident with their swim skills. They’ll learn how to tread water and intro to breaststroke. Previous swimming experience is required.
We expect students to begin class with these skills:
- Swim freestyle for 20ft with rudimentary side breathing that allows full inhalation without having to stop or stand up to take a breath
- Swim backstroke for 20ft with controlled arms and strong steady kick that keeps them above water
- Swim elementary backstroke for 20ft with a 3 second back glide
- Rudimentary understanding of treading water
Your student is ready to move to the next level if they can:
- Tread water for a minimum of 15 seconds
- Swim freestyle for at least 30ft with side breathing that allows a full inhalation of air
- Swim backstroke for at least 30ft with straight leg kick and controlled arms while keeping themselves afloat
- Perform rudimentary breaststroke kick
- Perform rudimentary dolphin kick
- Perform a rudimentary sitting dive
Level 4 Lessons - 8 Week Session - June 29th - August 23rd
FRIDAY
Jack 4:00 – 4:30
Mai 4:40 – 5:10
SATURDAY
Mai 1:15 – 1:45
SUNDAY
K 1:30 – 2:00
Level 4 Lessons - Session 1 - June 29th - July 23rd - 4 Week Session
MONDAY/WEDNESDAY
Maddy 4:00 – 4:30
Jack 4:40 – 5:10
Ellie 5:25 – 5:55
TUESDAY/THURSDAY
Maddy 4:00 – 4:30
Am 4:40 – 5:10
Level 4 Lessons - Session 2 - July 27th - August 20th - 4 Week Session
MONDAY/WEDNESDAY
Maddy 4:00 – 4:30
Jack 4:40 – 5:10
Ellie 5:25 – 5:55
TUESDAY/THURSDAY
Maddy 4:00 – 4:30
Am 4:40 – 5:10
LEVEL 5 LESSONS
This class helps children build upon their swimming skills and endurance in fully deep water (6.5ft-8.5ft depth). They’ll gain skills in breaststroke, diving, and butterfly. Previous swimming experience is required.
We expect students to begin class with these skills:
- Treading water for a minimum of 15 seconds
- Swim freestyle with side breathing that allows a full inhalation of air without stopping to take a breath for at least 30ft
- Swim backstroke while keeping themselves afloat for at least 30ft
- Rudimentary breaststroke kick for at least 30ft
- Rudimentary dolphin kick for least 30ft
- Sitting dive
Your student is ready to move to the next level if they can:
- Comfortably try kneeling or standing dive
- Tread water for a minute
- Swim over 60ft using freestyle and backstroke while taking breaks in between
- Swim breaststroke with an idea of how the arms, breath, and kick work together while still working on timing of the stroke for 60ft with breaks
- Use dolphin kick for 60ft
- Swim rudimentary butterfly with an idea of how the arms and kicks work together while still working on timing for 60ft with breaks
Level 5 Lessons - 8 Week Session - June 29th - August 23rd
FRIDAY
Marlon 4:00 – 4:30
Marlon 4:40 – 5:10
Raye 5:20 – 5:50
Level 5 Lessons - Session 1 - June 29th - July 23rd - 4 Week Session
MONDAY/WEDNESDAY
Marlon 4:00 – 4:30
Marlon 4:40 – 5:10
Maddy 6:05 – 6:35
TUESDAY/THURSDAY
Marlon 4:00 – 4:30
Marlon 4:40 – 5:10
Maddy 5:25 – 5:55
Am 6:05 – 6:35
Level 5 Lessons - Session 2 - July 27th - August 20th - 4 Week Session
MONDAY/WEDNESDAY
Marlon 4:00 – 4:30
Marlon 4:40 – 5:10
Maddy 6:05 – 6:35
TUESDAY/THURSDAY
Marlon 4:00 – 4:30
Marlon 4:40 – 5:10
Maddy 5:25 – 5:55
Am 6:05 – 6:35
LEVEL 6 LESSONS
This class is for students who may not be fully ready to swim the full lengths of the pool but have skills that have surpassed level 5. Students will continue to build on their endurance and gain skills in breaststroke, butterfly, and diving. For first-time level 6 students we recommend that you check in with your swim instructor or the aquatics department before signing up for this level. This class is not a lap lane class.
We expect students to begin class with these skills:
- Kneeling or standing dive
- Treading water for a minute
- Swim over 60ft using freestyle and backstroke while taking breaks in between
- Breaststroke with an idea of how the arms, breath, and kick work together while still working on timing for 60ft with breaks
- Use dolphin kick for 60ft
- Swim rudimentary butterfly with an idea of how the arms and kicks work together while still working on timing for 60ft with breaks
Your student is ready to move to the next level if they can:
- Tread water for over a minute
- Perform a standing dive
- Swim over 60ft using freestyle and backstroke with less breaks in between laps
- Swim Breaststroke at least 60ft with correct timing of breath, kick, and 3 second glide
- Swim Butterfly at least 60ft with an understanding of the number of kicks per stroke and be able to get a full breath.
Level 6 Lessons - 8 Week Session - June 29th - August 23rd
FRIDAY
Marlon 5:20 – 5:50
Level 6 Lessons - Session 1 - June 29th - July 23rd - 4 Week Session
MONDAY/WEDNESDAY
Marlon 5:25 – 5:55
TUESDAY/THURSDAY
Marlon 5:20 – 5:50
Level 6 Lessons - Session 2 - July 27th - August 20th - 4 Week Session
MONDAY/WEDNESDAY
Marlon 5:25 – 5:55
TUESDAY/THURSDAY
Marlon 5:20 – 5:50
LEVEL 7 LESSONS
This class is for students who are ready to swim full lengths of the pool (20yds or 60ft). Students in this class will focus on increasing their endurance as well as fine tuning their skills with each of the strokes. They’ll gain skills in front and back flip turns and competitive dives. For first-time level 7 students we recommend that you check in with your swim instructor or the aquatics department before signing up for this level. This class is a lap lane class.
We expect students to begin class with these skills:
- Tread water for over a minute
- Perform a standing dive
- Swim over 60ft using freestyle and backstroke with less breaks in between laps
- Swim Breaststroke at least 60ft with correct timing of breath, kick, and 3 second glide
- Swim Butterfly at least 60ft with an understanding of the number of kicks per stroke and be able to get a full breath.
Your student is ready to move to the next level if they can:
- Perform a standing dive or competitive dive
- Swim multiple laps of freestyle and backstroke
- Swim multiple laps of breaststroke with overall great timing and a 3 second glide
- Swim multiple laps of butterfly with great timing and body control.
- Count their strokes going into the wall and perform a front flip turn that allows them to be able to push off the wall into streamline.
- Circle swim in the lap lane or understand they must make space for other swimmers in their lane
Level 7 Lessons - Session 1 - June 29th - July 23rd - 4 Week Session
MONDAY/WEDNESDAY
Marlon 6:05 – 6:35
Level 7 Lessons - Session 2 - July 27th - August 20th - 4 Week Session
MONDAY/WEDNESDAY
Marlon 6:05 – 6:35
LEVEL 8 LESSONS
This class is for students who have taken or are currently taking a level 7 swim lesson. In this class students will increase proficiency and endurance in all four strokes, learn back flip turns, and gain proficiency in diving. We will utilize all three lap lanes of the pool and class runtime will be 45 minutes long. For first-time level 8 students we recommend that you check in with your swim instructor or the aquatics department before signing up for this level.This class is a lap lane class.
We expect students to begin class with these skills:
- Circle swim in the lap lane or understand they must make space for other swimmers in their lane
- Perform a standing dive or competitive dive
- Swim multiple laps of freestyle and backstroke
- Swim multiple laps of breaststroke with overall great timing and a 3 second glide
- Swim multiple laps of butterfly with great timing and body control.
- Count their freestyle strokes going into the wall and perform a front flip turn that allows them to be able to push off the wall into streamline.
Your student is ready to move to the next level if they can:
- Count their backstroke strokes going into the wall and perform a front flip turn that allows them to be able to push off the wall into streamline.
- Swim an IM (Individual Medley: butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle) with the appropriate turns
- Swim multiple laps of each stroke
Level 8 Lessons - Will Be Back in the Fall
SWIMMING WITH SUPPORT LESSONS
*ALL STUDENTS MUST HAVE AN ADULT CAREGIVER ACCOMPANY THEM IN THE WATER DURING “SWIMMING WITH SUPPORT” CLASSES*
These lessons are best for beginning and intermediate students who are still mastering the skill of swimming independently. If your swimmer cannot yet confidently and repeatedly swim the width of the pool in the deep end, Swimming with Support is the perfect level! These lessons are best for Level 1 through Level 3.
All Swimming with Support classes require the swimmer to be accompanied in the water by a trusted caregiver 13 years or older. This is a great opportunity to participate in your child’s learn-to-swim journey.
Swimming with Support for Ages 3-5 - 7 Week Session - June 29th - August 23rd
SATURDAY
K 9:10 -9:40
Swimming with Support for Ages 6+ - 7 Week Session - June 29th - August 23rd
SATURDAY
K 9:50 – 10:20
FOR ADVANCED SWIMMERS
Swim Club (Ages 8-17)
NECC Swim Club is for swimmers who want to practice swim strokes, build confidence in the water, get a good workout, meet new friends and have fun! Swim Club is open to swimmers over the age of 8 who swim at Level 5 and above. Each Swim Club day has a max of 20 swimmers. Over the summer the NECC Swim Club also participates in laid back summer swim league and if anyone is interested they may attend meets throughout the summer. An additional materials fee is charged to cover the cost of an NECC Swim Cap, a NECC Swim Club t-shirt and rental fees for the Championship Meet in August. Reach out to aquatics@necommunitycenter.org with any questions.
Swim Club - 8 Week Session - June 29th - August 23rd
MONDAY
Marlon & Jack 6:50 – 7:50
TUESDAY
Marlon & Am 1:35 – 2:35
WEDNESDAY
Marlon & Jack 6:45 – 7:45
Advanced Swim Club (Ages 9-17) - Will Return in the Fall
The Advanced Swim Club is for swimmers who want to practice advanced swim stroke techniques, build endurance, meet new friends and have fun! Swim Club is open to swimmers over the age of 9 who swim above Level 5. If you are unsure if this level is right for your swimmer, please speak with our Aquatics Program Manager, Brent Reid.
JUNIOR LIFEGUARD COURSE
Junior Lifeguard (Ages 8-14)
Over the course of four days, students will be introduced to a range of basic water rescue techniques used by lifeguards and build their knowledge of water safety. They will also have the opportunity to build a foundation of CPR and First Aid skills they can use both in and out of the pool. The course will be a mix of classroom learning, in-water practice, and games meant to help students one the skills they worked on that day. The goal of the class is to deepen knowledge of the pool and lifeguard duties, help participants feel more prepared for emergencies, and provide an introduction for those looking to become involved in aquatics. Please note that this class is not a certification course. If you have any questions about curriculum please reach out to: Jack@necommunitycenter.org
JUNE 22nd – 25th, MONDAY – THURSDAY
Brent & Raye – 4:00 – 6:30
FOR ADULT SWIMMERS
Adult/Teen Beginner Lessons
No swimming prerequisite. Have you wanted to learn to swim and become more comfortable in the water? Sign up for this group class where you receive individual attention. Swimmers will learn the basics of swimming in the shallow end of the pool with an instructor in the water. Our Adult/Teen swim lessons currently have a Max of 3 students.
Adult/Teen Beginner Lessons - Session 1 - June 29th - July 23rd - 4 Week Session
TUESDAY/THURSDAY
Jack 6:05 – 6:35
Adult/Teen Beginner Lessons - Session 2 - July 27th - August 20th - 4 Week Session
TUESDAY/THURSDAY
Jack 6:05 – 6:35
Adult Lap Swim Lessons
This class is for adult swimmers who are looking to improve their stroke technique, learn how to build their own swim workouts and learn about how to incorporate drills and swim equipment into their swims. Swimmers must be comfortable swimming complete lengths of the pool and should be able to swim at least one of the four strokes (Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke or Butterfly).
Adult Lap Swim Lessons - Will Return in the Fall
Adult Stroke Technique Lessons
This class is for adult swimmers who are looking to focus on working in depth on improving their stroke technique for each of the four strokes (Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke or Butterfly). Swimmers must be comfortable swimming complete lengths of the pool and should be able to swim at least one of the four strokes.