Aquatic Programs
Children's Swim Lessons
Each session has a limited number of spots available for each level. 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. Levels and requirements are as follows:
- Pre-Beginner (PB): For ages 4 & up, has no experience swimming and needs a swimming aid.
- Beginner (B): Completed Pre-Beginner and can swim without a swimming aid.
- Advanced Beginner (AB): Completed Beginner & can swim the Crawl & Back Strokes.
- Intermediate (I): Completed AB and can swim Crawl, Back, & Elementary Back Strokes.
- Swimmer/Advanced Swimmer (S): Completed Intermediate and can swim Crawl, Back, Elementary Back, Breast, & Side Strokes.
I Jan. 22 - Feb. 14 7:00 - 7:40 pm PB, B, AB
II March 4 - 27 6:00 - 6:40 pm PB, B, AB, I
III March 4 - 27 6:50 - 7:30 pm PB, B, AB, I, S
IV April 8 - May 8 6:00 - 6:40 pm PB, B, AB, I
V April 8 - May 8 6:50 - 7:30 pm PB, B, AB, I, S
(No 4/15 & 4/17)
Who: Children ages 4 & up
Meets: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Fees: $56/$48 w/ pool membership; $66 non-residents each session
Location: HK High School Pool
Instructor: Lisa Sizer, W.S.I.
Toddler Swim Classes
I: Parent & 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.Class is for infants and toddlers ages 9 - 36 months. A parent/guardian must accompany their child in the water.II: 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. Child to teacher ratio is 3:1.Meets: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Dates: May 20 - June 12
Session I: 6:30 - 7:00 pm (9-36 mos. with parent)
Session II: 7:00 - 7:30 pm (3 yr. olds without parent)
Fees: $55/$45 w/ pool membership ($65 for non-residents)
Limit: Max. 25 (Parent/Tot Swim) / Max. 12 (Pre-School Swim)
Location: HK HS Pool
Instructor: Lisa Sizer-Johnson, Water Safety Instructor
Adult Swim Class
Have you always wanted to learn to swim, but never had an opportunity to take lessons? This class will teach you all the basics including treading water, floating, and stroke development such as crawl, breast, side, and back.Meets: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Dates: April 8 - May 8 (No 4/15, 4/17)
Time: 7:45 - 8:30 pm
Fees: $56/$48 w/ pool membership each session (non-residents add $10))
Limit: Min. 5 Max. 10
Location: HK HS Pool
Instructor: Lisa Sizer, Water Safety Instructor
Aqua Aerobics
Feel great, look better, and have fun with this cardiovascular workout designed for all ages & fitness levels. No special equipment or swimming skills required. This free-style class will include a variety of styles such as kickboxing, water walking, spinning, and more. Noodles, kickboards, and hand-buoys are used for a total body workout. Please pre-register.Meets: Mondays & Wednesdays
Session I: Jan. 23 - March 10 (No 2/18, 2/20)
Session II: March 17 - April 30 (No 4/14, 4/16)
Session III: May 7 - 28 (no 5/26)
Times: 7:00- 8:30 pm until 2/13 / 6:45 - 7:45 pm (Starting 2/25)
Fees: S I & II: $50/$40 w/ pool membership $40 Sr. Citizens; $60 for non-residents
each session; S III: $25 (non-residents add $10)
Limit: Min. 7 Max. 25
Location: HK HS Pool
Instructors: Marilyn WakefieldSenior Swim
Attention Senior Citizens! Come out for a lunch time swim on Fridays from 11:45 - 12:30 pm starting January 18th. You will feel great, look better, and have the opportunity to meet new friends. Please call 345-8334 if you plan on attending.
Lifeguard Training
Become a certified Lifeguard! Students will also become certified in CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, & Standard First Aid. Fee includes book, pocket mask, & certifications. Must be able to swim 300 yards continuously of crawl & breast strokes; swim 20 yards, retrieve a 10 lb. object from a depth of 7 feet, & swim back with object.Who: Students ages 15 & up
Meets: Mondays, March 10 - April 7
Saturdays, March 29 & April 5
Time: (M) 7:00 - 9:15 pm (S) 9:00 - 1:00 pm
Limit: Max. 10 (times may vary)
Location: HK HS Rm. C-101 / Pool
Fee: $175 (non-residents add $10)
Instructor: Robyne Brennan, LGT Instructor
Advanced Kayak Practices
Work on your rolling techniques, many rescue variations and scenarios, and advanced bracing techniques. Euro and traditional Greenland backgrounds will be explored. Instruction will be given. Sessions are registered ACA rolling workshops. For more information and how to register, please call Greg Paquin at 663-1600.Meets: Sundays
Dates: January 6, 20, February 4 & 18
Time: 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Location: HK HS Pool
Supervisor: Gregory Paquin, Greg Paquin, local paddler, BCU 5 Star Sea, ACA Advance Open Water, Sea Instructor SOLO, Wilderness First Aid
Masters Swimming for Adults
Designed for swimmers of all levels and abilities, HK Masters Swim Club provides individualized workouts and instruction to meet each persons fitness goals. Open to adult swimmers (fitness, triathlete, competitive, non-competitive) who are dedicated to improving their fitness through swimming - one of the best forms of aerobic exercise. An excellent activity for anyone who wishes to get and stay fit. 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. Visit www.catswim.com for more info.
Who: Adults 18 and over
Meets: Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Session I: January 14 - March 3 (No 1/21, 2/18-2/22)
Session II: March 5 - April 7Session III: April 19 - May 19 (No 4/21 - 4/25)Time: 6:00 7:15 am
Location: HK HS Pool
Fee: $75 each session w/ pool memb. (CT Masters Swimming Memb. required, $45 annual fee)
Head Coach: Galen Rinaldi, call 365-0479 to register
More Aquatics...please see Other Activities page for pool schedule