Swim Lessons
Winter 1 Registration opens at 12pm – Dec 13 for members and Dec 15 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, December 9th. We strongly encourage all members to make sure they have received the registration link on Tuesday before the registration opens at noon.
Winter 1 Lessons: January 3rd – February 18th
PLEASE NOTE THAT MONDAY LESSONS WILL BE $90 AS THEY RUN FROM 1/9-2/13 AND WILL HAVE 6 LESSONS.
The rate of COVID transmission in Oregon remains high, and the NECC will continue to take the following actions:
- Instructors will NOT be in the water with students and will be teaching class from the deck.
- Offer four levels of lessons which correspond to the Red Cross Levels listed below. Details regarding skills relevant to Red Cross Levels can be found at the bottom of the page. If you have any questions, please call the NECC Front Desk at 503-284-3377.
- SWIMMING WITH SUPPORT – Best for swimmers who are NOT yet able to confidently and repeatedly swim the width of the pool without physical assistance or verbal direction: Pre-Levels 1, 2, and 3, and Levels 1, 2 & 3. All Classes in this level require the swimmer to be accompanied in the water by a trusted caregiver 13 years or older. (Max 4 students and their caregivers).
- SWIMMING WITH SUPPORT – DEEP WATER – · Best for swimmers who need little to no support in the water, but may still require assistance swimming the width of the pool. Intended to build swimmer’s confidence in deep water and transition to Swimming Independently: Lvl 2 & 3. All Classes in this level require the swimmer to be accompanied in the water by a trusted caregiver 13 years or older who is comfortable in deep water. Lesson will be located at the edge of the shallow end with some access to deep water. (Max 3 students and their caregivers).
- INDEPENDENT SWIMMER – Best for students who can confidently and repeatedly swim the width of the pool without any assistance (either physical help or verbal encouragement): Level 4. May be appropriate for Pre-Level 3 & Level 3 independent swimmers (see above). (Max 5 students).
- ADVANCED SWIMMER – Best for Levels 5 and 6. (Max 6 students).
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.
If your family needs financial help to ensure your child can participate in our programs, financial assistance is available for all of our programming through NECC’s Community Fund. Click here to learn more!
INFANT/TODDLER CLASSES - Ages 6 Months-3 Years
*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 and currently have a max of 6 students.
TUESDAY
11:15 – 11:45am Otter
THURSDAY
11:15 – 11:45am Otter
SWIMMING WITH SUPPORT - Ages 3-5
*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! Lesson for ages 3-5 and is best for Pre Level 1 through Pre Level 3. Our Swimming with Support classes currently have a max of 4 swimmers.
MONDAY
2:25-2:55pm Cas 3:05-3:35pm Cas
TUESDAY
2:55-3:25pm Cas
3:35-4:05pm Cas
WEDNESDAY
1:45-2:15pm Brent 2:25-2:55pm Brent 3:05-3:35pm Brent
THURSDAY
2:55-3:25pm Cas
3:35-4:05pm Cas
FRIDAY
3:05-3:35pm Cas
3:45-4:15pm Cas
SATURDAY
9:00-9:30am Brent 10:20-10:50am Brent 12:00-12:30pm Brent 1:20-1:50pm Brent
SWIMMING WITH SUPPORT - Ages 6-13
*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! Lesson for ages 6-13 and is best for Level 1 through Level 3. Our Swimming with Support classes currently have a Max of 4 swimmers.
MONDAY
3:45-4:15pm Cas
4:30-5:00pm Cas
5:05-5:35pm Marlon
TUESDAY
4:15-4:45pm Cas
5:05-5:35pm Marlon
5:40-6:10pm Cas
WEDNESDAY
3:45-4:15pm Brent
4:30-5:00pm Brent
5:10-5:40pm Brent
5:50-6:20pm Brent
THURSDAY
4:15-4:45pm Cas
5:05-5:35pm Marlon
5:40-6:10pm Cas
FRIDAY
4:30-5:00pm Cas
5:05-5:35pm Brent
SATURDAY
9:40-10:10am Brent
11:00-11:30am Brent
12:40-1:10pm Brent
SWIMMING WITH SUPPORT DEEP WATER - Ages 6-13
*ALL STUDENTS MUST HAVE AN ADULT CAREGIVER WHO IS COMFORTABLE IN DEEP WATER ACCOMPANY THEM IN THE WATER DURING “SWIMMING WITH SUPPORT DEEP WATER” CLASSES*
These lessons are best for swimmers who need little to no support in the water, but may still require assistance swimming the width of the pool. Intended to build swimmer’s confidence in deep water and transition to Swimming Independently. Best for Level 2 & 3. Our Swimming With Support – Deep Water classes currently have a max of 3 swimmers.
TUESDAY
3:45-4:15pm Brent
4:25-4:55pm Brent
5:05-5:35pm Brent
THURSDAY
3:45-4:15pm Brent
4:25-4:55pm Brent
5:05-5:35pm Brent
SWIMMING INDEPENDENTLY
*TO SUPPORT SWIMMERS’ SUCCESS, ALL STUDENTS IN THESE LEVELS MUST BE ABLE TO CONFIDENTLY AND REPEATEDLY SWIM THE WIDTH OF THE POOL WITHOUT ASSISTANCE OR COACHING*
Swimmers who previously enrolled in Pre-3 or Level 3 classes should carefully consider whether this is the right fit at this time. Pre-3 and Level 3 swimmers who can confidently and repeatedly swim the width of the pool, and Level 4 and above may enroll in “Swimming Independently” lessons. Our Swimming Independently classes are open to swimmers over the age of 6 and currently have a max of 5 swimmers.
MONDAY
3:45-4:15pm Marlon
4:25-4:55pm Marlon
5:10-5:40pm Cas
TUESDAY
3:45-4:15pm Marlon
4:25-4:55pm Marlon
5:00-5:30pm Cas
WEDNESDAY
3:45-4:15pm Marlon
4:25-4:55pm Marlon
5:10-5:40pm Marlon
5:50-6:20pm Marlon
THURSDAY
3:45-4:15pm Marlon
4:25-4:55pm Marlon
5:00-5:30pm Cas
FRIDAY
3:45-4:15pm Brent
4:25-4:55pm Brent
5:10-5:40pm Cas
ADVANCED SWIMMING - Ages 6-13 (VAX REQUIRED)
Best for swimmers in Level 5 or Level 6. Class will utilize all three lanes of the pool. Our Advanced Swimming lessons currently have a Max of 12 swimmers and will be 45 minutes long.
MONDAY
5:45 – 6:30 Marlon
SATURDAY
2:00 – 2:45 Brent
SWIM CLUB AGES 9+ (VAX REQUIRED)
*ALL SWIMMERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF FULL VACCINATION BEFORE ATTENDING FIRST PRACTICE*
The 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 9 who swim at Level 5 and above. Each Swim Club day has a max of 20 swimmers.
WEDNESDAY
6:45-7:45pm Marlon & Brent
ADVANCED SWIM CLUB AGES 9+ (VAX REQUIRED)
*ALL SWIMMERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF FULL VACCINATION BEFORE ATTENDING FIRST PRACTICE*
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.
MONDAY
6:50-7:50pm Marlon
ADULT/TEEN GROUP LESSONS - Ages 13+
No swimming prerequisite. Have you wanted to learn to swim or get a reminder of how to do the strokes? Sign up for this group class where you receive individual attention. Our Adult swim lessons currently have a Max of 3 students.
TUESDAY
2:15 – 2:45pm Brent
THURSDAY
2:15 – 2:45pm Brent
PRIVATE AND SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
RED CROSS DESCRIPTIONS
Preschool Swim Lessons – Ages 3-5 years – Emphasizes water safety, survival, and foundational swimming concepts.
Pre-Level 1: Helps children feel comfortable and safely enjoy the water. No previous swimming experience necessary.
Pre-Level 2: Gives swimmers success with fundamental skills like floating and basic locomotion using combined arm and leg motions. Swimmers registering for Pre-Level 2 must be able to enter and exit the pool independently, comfortably put their face in the water and blow bubbles, glide on their front, and float on their back (with minimal assistance).
Pre-Level 3: Swimmers practice in deeper water combining arms and legs to improve coordination. Swimmers registering for Pre-Level 3 must be able to glide on their front and back for at least 3 body lengths and float on their back for 15 seconds (without assistance).
Youth Swim Lessons – Ages 6-17 (See Adult/Teen for best fit for ages 13+)
Level 1: Helps children feel comfortable and safely enjoy the water. No previous swimming experience necessary. See Ages 9+ Learn to Swim offerings below for older children.
Level 2: Swimmers learn to perform floats, bobs, front and back glides, and tread water. Swimmers registering for Level 2 must be able to enter and exit the pool independently, comfortably put their face in the water and blow bubbles, glide on their front, and float on their back for 5 seconds.
Level 3: Swimmers improve front crawl, floating and treading, learn elementary backstroke, breaststroke kick, and the principles of diving. Swimmers registering for Level 3 must be able to perform skills in deeper water, by pushing off the bottom and treading or floating for 15 seconds, and then swimming on their front and back for 5 body lengths.
Level 4: Swimmers increase proficiency and endurance on skills learned in Level 3 and gain skills in breaststroke, butterfly and diving. Swimmers registering for Level 4 must be able to jump into deep water, tread or float for 1 minute, and swim front crawl using side breathing and/or elementary backstroke for 25 yards.
Level 5: Swimmers increase proficiency and endurance on skills learned in Level 4, front and back flip turns, and gain proficiency in diving. Level 5 swimmers may participate in Swim Club. Swimmers registering for Level 5 must be able to perform headfirst dives, swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards, back crawl and breaststroke for 15 yards, and swim 3-5 body lengths underwater.
Infant/Toddler Lessons – Ages 6 months-3 years
Introduces age-appropriate swimming skills with songs & games to create a fun experience in the water. Builds basic water safety skills for both parents and children. Helps infants and young children become comfortable in the water.
RED CROSS DESCRIPTIONS
Lecciones de Natación para Preescolares– Edades de 3 a 6 años– Enfatiza la seguridad en el agua, la supervivencia y los conceptos fundamentales de natación.
Pre-Nivel 1: Ayuda a los niños a sentirse cómodos y disfrutar del agua de forma segura. No es necesaria experiencia previa en natación.
Pre-Nivel 2: Brinda éxito a los nadadores con habilidades fundamentales como flotar y locomoción básica usando movimientos combinados de brazos y piernas. Los nadadores que se registren para el Pre-Nivel 2 deben poder entrar y salir de la piscina de forma independiente, meter la cara cómodamente en el agua y hacer burbujas, deslizarse de frente y flotar boca arriba (con asistencia mínima).).
Pre-Nivel 3: Los nadadores practican en aguas más profundas combinando brazos y piernas para mejorar la coordinación. Los nadadores que se registren para el Pre-Nivel 3 deben poder deslizarse de frente y de espalda por lo menos 3 longitudes de cuerpo y flotar sobre su espalda durante 15 segundos (sin ayuda).
Lecciones de natación para jóvenes: de 6 a 17 años (consulte Adultos/Adolescentes para obtener la mejor opción para mayores de 13 años)
Nivel 1: Ayuda a los niños a sentirse cómodos y disfrutar del agua de forma segura. No es necesaria experiencia previa en natación. Vea las ofertas de “Edades Mayores de 9 Años Aprenda a Nadar para mayores de 9 años” a continuación para niños mayores.
Nivel 2: Los nadadores aprenden a flotar, meter y sacar la cabeza mientras soplan las burbujas, deslizarse hacia frente y hacia atrás, mantenerse de pedaleando en el agua y flotar en el agua. Los nadadores que se registren para el Nivel 2 deben poder entrar y salir de la piscina de forma independiente, meter la cara en el agua y hacen burbujas cómodamente, deslizarse de frente y flotar boca arriba durante 5 segundos.
Nivel 3: Los nadadores mejoran el crol (estilo libre), la flotación y mantenerse, aprenden el estilo elemental de espalda, la pateo del estilo de pecho y los principios de clavado. Los nadadores que se registren para el Nivel 3 deben ser capaces de realizar las habilidades en agua profunda, empujándose desde el fondo y mantenerse el agua o flotando durante 15 segundos, y luego nadando de su frente y de su espalda durante 5 longitudes de cuerpos.
Nivel 4: Los nadadores aumentan la confianza y la resistencia en las habilidades aprendidas en el Nivel 3 y adquieren habilidades en brazadas de pecho, mariposa y clavados. Los nadadores que se registren para el Nivel 4 deben ser capaces de saltar a agua profunda, mantenerse de pedaleando en el agua o flotar durante 1 minuto y nadar estilo crol (estilo libre) con respiración lateral y/o estilo braza de espalda elemental durante 25 yardas.
Nivel 5: Los nadadores aumentan la proficiencia y la resistencia en las habilidades aprendidas en el Nivel 4, giros de vuelta hacia el frente y de espalda, y adquieren confianca en el clavado. Los nadadores de nivel 5 pueden participar en el Club de Natación. Los nadadores que se registren para el nivel 5 deben poder realizar clavado cabeza primera, nadar estilo crol (estilo libre) y estilo braza de espalda elemental durante 25 yardas, estilo de espalda y brazada de pecho durante 15 yardas, y nadar de 3 a 5 cuerpos de longitud bajo el agua.
Lecciones para Padres/Hijos– Edades de 6 meses a 3 años
Introduce habilidades de natación apropiadas para la edad con canciones y juegos para crear una experiencia divertida en el agua. Desarrolla habilidades básicas de seguridad en el agua tanto para padres como para niños. Ayuda a los bebés y niños pequeños a sentirse cómodos en el agua.
