Aquatic Programs

Children's Swim Lessons

Each session has a limited number of spots available for each skill level. Levels and requirements are as follows: Pre-Beginner (PB) - has no experience swimming. Beginner (B) - completed Pre-Beginner and can swim without an aid. Advanced Beginner (AB) - completed Beginner & can swim the Crawl & Back Strokes. Intermediate (I) - completed Advanced Beginner and can swim the Crawl, Back, & Elementary Back Strokes. Swimmer/Advanced Swimmer (S) - completed Intermediate and can swim the Crawl, Back, Elementary Back, Breast, & Side Strokes. Please note: your child must be able to go in the water with our swim instructors, not a parent. Please make sure your child is ready to take lessons. There are no refunds once a program begins.

Session 1: October 13 - November 8; 6:00 - 6:40 pm (PB, B, AB, I)
Session 2: October 13 - November 8; 6:50 - 7:30 pm (PB, B, AB, I, S)
Session 3: November 15 - December 13; 6:00 - 6:40 pm (PB, B, AB, I)
Session 4: November 15 - December 13; 6:50 - 7:30 pm (PB, B, AB, I, S)
No classes 11/24

Who: Children ages 4 & up
Meets: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Fees: $65/$50 w/ pool membership / (non-residents add $10) NEW! $5 sibling discount
Location: HK High School Pool
Head Instructor: Lisa Johnson, Water Safety Instructor
Assistant Head: Christine Perry

 

Aqua Aerobics

Feel great, look better, and have fun! This free-style class will include a variety of styles such as kickboxing, water walking, spinning, and more. Noodles, kickboards, and hand-bouys are used for a total body workout. This cardiovascular work out designed for all ages & fitness levels. No special equipment or swimming skills required. Water shoes may be worn. Participants must pre-register. There is a minimum number required in order to run this class.

Meets: Mondays & Wednesdays
Session 1: September 12 - October 24 (No 10/10)
Session 2: November 2 - December 14 (No 11/23)
Time: 6:45 - 7:45 pm
Fees: $60/$50 w/ pool membership / $50 Sr. Citizens each session / (non-residents add $10)
Limit: Min. 7 Max. 25
Location: HK High School Pool
Instructors: Marilyn Wakefield

 

Parent and Tot Swim

An excellent opportunity for parents to acquaint their child with the water and begin the development of their swimming techniques. What a great way to socialize and build self-confidence. A parent/guardian must accompany their child in the water.

Who: Ages 9 - 36 months with parent
Meets: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Dates: September 13 - October 6
Time: 6:30 - 7:00 pm
Fee: $60/$50 w/ pool membership (non-residents add $10)
Limit: Max. 25
Location: HK HS Pool
Head Instructor: Lisa Johnson, Water Safety Instructor
Assistant Head: Christine Perry


Pre-School Swim

Has your child graduated from our parent/tot swim classes, but is too young for our group lessons? This is the perfect opportunity for your toddler to start swim lessons. Class is for children who are age three. In order to participate, your child must be able to partake in a group instructional setting. Parents will not be in the water.

Who: Children age 3 (without parent)
Meets: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Dates: September 13 - October 6
Time: 7:00 - 7:30 pm
Fee: $60/$50 w/ pool membership (non-residents add $10)
Limit: Max. 12
Location: HK HS Pool
Head Instructor: Lisa Johnson, Water Safety Instructor
Assistant Head: Christine Perry

Adult Swim Class

Have you always wanted to learn to swim, but never had an opportunity to take lessons? Learn all the basics including treading water, floating, and stroke development such as crawl, breast, side, and back. If you already know how to swim and want to advance your skills, this will help make you a stronger swimmer.

Who: High School and up
Meets: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Session 1: September 13 - October 6
Session 2: October 13 - November 8
Session 3: November 15 - December 13 (No 11/24)
Time: 7:50 - 8:30 pm
Fee: $65/$50 w/ pool membership (non-residents add $10) each session
Location: HK HS Pool
Head Instructor: Lisa Johnson, Water Safety Instructor
Assistant Head: Christine Perry

Senior Swim
There will be a lunch time swim open for Senior Citizens on Fridays at 11:30 - 12:15 pm (time may vary depending on the HK HS pool schedule) starting September 16th. If you are planning on coming to swim, please call Robyne at 345-8334.



Cougar Aquatic Swim Team (CAT)

Start your child off on a path to lifetime fitness and fun by joining the celebrated Cougar Aquatic Team. Competitive swimming offers a superior non-contact cardiovascular activity – teaching your child to set and reach personal goals while enjoying the support and camaraderie of a team. Experienced USA Swimming certified coaches offer tailored training programs geared to all ages and abilities. Expert instruction facilitates your child’s ability to develop skills, attain personal excellence and contribute to team success.
Senior CAT offers its athletes the opportunity to succeed at the highest achievable level in the sport of swimming. Extensive instruction and training build upon the skill sets developed in Age Group CAT. Results include refined technique, increased endurance and superior competitive results.
Age Group CAT is designed to introduce the sport of competitive swimming to children between the ages of 6-11. While allowing the children to both learn and have fun, the program aims to develop technical stroke skills, advance the level of swimming, enhance fitness levels, and introduce the children to competition between various USA Swimming teams. Must be able to complete 2 laps of freestyle with rotary breathing, have a working knowledge of a second stroke, and completed a full lesson program.

Check out CAT's website at www.catswim.com.

Who: Boys and girls ages 6 – 21 Meets: Practices are offered 6 days a week, number of suggested practices will vary according to swimmer's level
Dates: Short Course - September to March
Long Course - April to September
Time: Weeknights, 5:00 - 7:00 pm, Weekend, 8:00 - 10:00 am (times may vary during season)
Location: HK HS pool
Head Coach: Mike Krajewski

Masters Swimming for Adults

Designed for swimmers of all levels and abilities, HK Masters Swim Club provides individualized workouts and instruction to meet each person’s fitness goals. Programs are open to adult swimmers (fitness, triathlete, competitive, non-competitive) who are dedicated to improving their fitness through swimming. Swimming is one of the best forms of aerobic exercise, and it is an excellent activity for anyone who wishes to get fit and stay fit. HK Masters provides a supportive environment designed to help swimmers improve fitness and/or train for specific goals and offers active support for a healthy lifestyle through friendship and camaraderie. For more information contact Jim Grimaldi at 345-7540.
Try-out: Any interested swimmers are welcome to try out the program for 2 weeks, free of charge.

Who: Adults 18 and over
Meets: Monday, Wednesday and Fridays for 2 month periods (Sept./Oct. and Nov./Dec.)
Time: 6:00 – 7:15 am
Location: HK HS Pool
Fee: $75 each session with pool membership (Connecticut Masters Swimming Membership is required - $20 fee)