Swim Lessons

Group Swim Lessons are offered to participants ages 6 months and older. GAC private lessons begin at 3 years old. We offer a wide range of skill levels from beginner to fitness swimming. GAC swim lessons are offered year round.

Unsure of your child's swim level?
Please call the GAC at 336-315-8498 to schedule an assessment at no charge!

If it is your first time registering for lessons with our facility you will need to have your child complete a swim assessment in order to be eligible to register for lessons higher than level one for their respective age group.

During this time, swim school lessons are divided into three categories and are all age restricted:

• Parent/Child Lessons (6 months - 3 years old)
• Preschool Lessons (3-5 years old)
• Youth Lessons (6-13 years old)

Teen (age  14+) and Adult Lessons information can be found here.

The Greensboro Aquatic Center reserves the right to move participants down a level for safety purposes. If your child needs to be moved to another level, a spot in another class is not guaranteed for the same session. In the event a spot is not available, a refund or credit may be received.

The Greensboro Aquatic Center offers a Sibling Discount of 10% off lessons for each additional child registered. Discount applied in person ONLY.

Next Registration Dates: March 7-10 (In-person Only) March 14-17 (In-person & Online)

Registration Opens: 12:00pm (noon) on March 7

*All lessons are non-refundable*

Group restricted registration assessment cards cannot be used for private lessons. Registration can be done online or in person on the allotted dates.

Once you are scheduled into your time slot for private lessons, the schedule is rigid and is not able to be manipulated. Lessons are not able to be rescheduled by request and are final upon payment. Credit for missed lessons will not be given unless there is a GAC pool closure.

Given the rigid structure of private lessons, please arrive 10 minutes before your private lesson is scheduled to begin to ensure that the swimmer is ready to be in the water for the exact amount of time allotted to them. We must honor everyone's time equally.

Must be at least five years old to register for private lessons.

*Limit 1 Private Lesson Registration Per Session*

Next Private Lesson Registration Date: April 5

Registration Opens: 12:00pm (noon) 

*All lessons are non-refundable*

What are Adaptive Lessons?

Adaptive swim lessons use Applied Behavior Analytic strategies to teach children with special needs. Lessons are created for, but not limited to, those with behavioral, communication, or sensory challenges. Instruction emphasized adapted teaching strategies to accommodate individual abilities, needs, and goals.

Lesson Structure and Pricing

Adapted lessons are generally in 4 class sessions based on facility availability. Maximum enrollment for each session is 3 participants to ensure a 1 on 1 instructor to participant ratio.

*All lessons are non-refundable*

How do I register?

Registration is on a first come, first serve basis. Participants can register during the allotted registration times as presented on the flyer. You can register either in person or through our online portal for the session that best suits your schedule. If enrollment is full, please add yourself to the waitlist and the GAC staff will reach out if we are able to make any additional accommodations. If you are unsure if your child qualifies for adaptive lessons or have any additional questions, please send an email to cory.koehler@greensboro-nc.gov

All swim lesson registrations are done through our online portal. Make sure you create a profile and add any children as dependents on the account before attempting to register.

If you are experiencing difficulty setting up an on-line account, you may also register by downloading this form and e-mailing a completed copy to: cory.koehler@greensboro-nc.gov

Please note that submission of registration does not guarantee a spot in a program.

Please call the GAC at 336.315.8498 with any questions regarding programs and program registration.