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Classes and Activities - Aquatics

Junior Lifeguard Program Ages 11 - 14 Learn what it takes to be a lifeguard. Obtain valuable job experience and safety training. Junior lifeguards will have weekly training to learn lifeguarding skills and conditioning program. Junior lifeguards have the opportunity to assist CSD lifeguards and Swim Instructors during the regular work day. All Junior Lifeguards that complete 50 hours of service and training will be given a graduation certificate. Fee also includes a Teen Center Membership for June & July. Participants must attend the mandatory orientation training on Saturday, May 31st from 3- 4:30pm. Bring your swimsuits! 8711.801 5/31-8/2 Hours will vary Location: Community Pool and Teen Center Fee: $155 / $145 resident discount Swim-4-Fitness Ages 18 & up Swim-4-Fitness gives swimmers of all abilities the opportunity for a structured work out while swimming at their own speed. A pool-side coach is available to assist you in your fitness endeavors. Registration and fees can be taken on the pool deck. Pull buoys & kickboards are available for use. Minimum of 10 participants required 8710.801 M/W/F 5/2-5/30 5:30-7am 8710.802 M/W/F 6/2-6/30 5:30-7am 8710.803 M/W/F 7/2-7/30 5:30-7am 8710.804 M/W/F 8/1-8/29 5:30-7am Location: Community Pool Fee: $45 / $35 resident discount No class 5/26 & 7/4 $5 drop-in daily fee Aquacise Ages 18 & up Water exercise is fun, safe and effective! Aquacise classes will be lead by aquatic fitness professional Tricia Ohl (AEA Certified). Memberships can be purchased at the registration office. Class maximum is 20 participants per session. 1120.801 M-Th 6/9-8/14 10-11am Location: Community Pool Fee: $50 / $40 resident discount for a 10-session punch card Swimming Lessons El Dorado Hills Community Pool, 1021 Harvard Way, El Dorado Hills Swimming Lessons Registration It is the responsibility of the participant to carefully read the class descriptions and enroll for the correct class. If you have questions in regards to class placement or level descriptions please call 933-6624. Class Enrollment: If a participant is enrolled in the incorrect skill level, that participant is not guaranteed a space in the correct class. Pay careful attention to the class descriptions prior to enrolling. Often participants need to complete a class for two sessions before they master the skills and move on to the next level. When deciding on a level make sure to assess the participant’s ability to complete ALL of the skills listed in the class requirements. Deadline: Resident and non-resident registration for all classes is open until filled so be sure to register early! Refunds: Swim lesson refund requests must be made at least 5 business days before the first class.

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Private Swimming Lessons
Ages 3 & up
Fee: $95 / $85 resident discount
Class is ideal for students who want or require one on one instruction, or are not comfortable in a group setting. Staff will tailor instruction to the specific needs of the student. We cannot accept requests for specific instructors.
Private lessons are one week, Mon-Thur, and are 25 minutes long.

Private Swim Lesson Times & Sessions*:

Jun 9-12 .807     Jul 14-17 .812          Jun 16-19 .808    Jul 21-24 .813    Jun 23-26 .809
Jul 28-31 .814    Jun 30-Jul 3 .810     Aug 4-7 .815        Jul 7-10 .811       Aug 11-14 .816
*Private lessons from 6:15-7:15 will be held during the recreation swim session.

Last Chance Swim Lessons
These late summer season one-week swim lessons are your last chance to get quality instruction before the season comes to an end. Don’t miss out!
Group Fee: $40 / $30 resident discount Private Fee: $95 / $85 resident discount
GROUP & PRIVATE LESSONS
.817 August 18-August 21
.818 August 25-August 28
*Swim lesson held during recreation swim session

NEW!
Pre-Season Swim Lessons Ages 3 & up
No need to wait until school’s out. Start your swim lessons early! Each session
consists of five 40-minute classes.
Location: CSD Pool
Fee: $65 / $55 resident discount
(.860) Saturday 5/3-5/31 (.860) Mon-Fri 6/2-6/6

Group Lessons - All Ages
Fee: $65/$55 resident discount
Swimming lessons are available for swimmers of all ages. Classes are taught by EDHCSD Aquatics Instructors, who have all passed a thorough in-house Instructor Training course. Sorry, we cannot accept requests for specific instructors. Classes are two weeks, Monday through Thursday, and are 25 minutes long. Any questions or concerns about which class to enroll in please call 933-6624.
.801 June 9-June 19     .803 July7-July 17
.805 Aug 4-Aug 14         .802 June 23-July 3
.804 July 21-July 31

Springboard Diving 101
Ages 8 & up
Emphasis is placed on diving instruction in approach, takeoff, basic positions, and entry. Basic swimming ability is required and students should be able to dive head first from the edge of the pool. Classes are 40 minutes long and meet Monday-Thursday for two weeks.
Maximum Class Size: 5
1101.819 June 9-19
1101.820 June 23-July 3
1101.821 July 7-17
1101.822 July 21-31
1101.823 Aug 4-14
Day/Time: M-Th • 10:15am
Location: Community Pool
Fee: $70 / $60 resident discount

Semi-Private Diving Lessons
Ages 8 & up
The semi-private diving lessons offer participants the opportunity to learn basic diving in a smaller setting. Added practice on the board is available and instruction is more personalized. Students should be deep-water swimmers.
Classes are Monday-Thursday, for 40 minutes.
Maximum Class Size: 2
M-Th • 11:00am
1100.824 6/9-6/12    1100.825 6/16-6/19      1100.826 6/23-6/26     1100.827 6/30-7/31100.828 7/7-7/10 1100.829 7/14-7/17 1100.830 7/21-7/24  1100.831 7/28-7/31      1100.832 8/4-8/7         1100.833 8/11-8/14
Location: Community Pool
Fee: $70 / $60 resident discount

eXtreme Scuba Camp-Level I
Ages 9 - 15
Join us for an adventure of a lifetime! Dive Ventures will have you exploring the depths of an aquatic environment in their entry level camp that is geared to educate and excite the novice diver. Learn about equipment, safety and the joy of scuba and skin diving. All equipment during the camp is provided by Dive Ventures. The instructors are all Professional Association Diving Instructors, “PADI” certified.
1200.801 M/Tu/W 6/16-6/25 10-11:30am
1200.802 M/Tu/W 7/14-7/23 4-5:30pm
Location week 1: Oak Knoll Pool
Location week 2: Community Pool
Fee: $165 / $155 resident discount
Instructor: Ken Freed

PADI Scuba Certification
Ages 10 & up
Earn your PADI Open Water scuba certification with the trained professionals of Dive Ventures. The class consists of three sections; academic home study and classroom review, pool skill sessions, and open water dives. All equipment is provided for the water portion of the class. The last two dives will be off the Dive Ventures boat.
1200.803 T/Th 6/3-6/12 6-9pm
1200.804 M/W 7/7-7/16 6-9pm
1200.805 M/W 8/4-8/13 6-9pm
Location: Community Pool
Fee: $310 / $300 resident discount
Instructor: Ken Freed

Wakeboarding Day Camp
Ages 8 – 16
Highly trained instructors will teach wakeboarding basics and water safety to improve your skills. Wakeskating and kneeboarding are also offered. All equipment, food and drink is provided (you can bring your own equipment). Coast Guard approved Life Vests are provided and must be worn at all times while on the boat (helmets also available but are optional). Bring a small bag with sweatshirt, hat, sunglasses, and any special snacks.
6135.801 W 6/11 8am-5pm
6135.802 W 6/25 8am-5pm
6135.803 Th 7/10 8am-5pm
6135.804 Th 7/24 8am-5pm
Location: Brown’s Ravine Marina, Folsom Lake
Fee: $165 / $155 resident discount
Instructors: Launch Wakeboarding School


Kid’s Beginning Kayaking
Ages 8 - 10
Kids love kayaking, taking to it almost instantly, and for over 14 years these classes have been a great way to harness some of their boundless energy. Experienced instructors make fun and water safety/education their focus, teaching kids through a variety of games and group activities. Beginning classes are taught in the safe, controlled environment of Lake
Natoma, where kids can explore special hideaways like “Swampland” and”“Berry Pond.” They are always thrilled by the experience and leave the class wanting more! All equipment is provided.
Time: 9am-12:30pm
6140.801 6/10-6/12 Tu-Th
6140.802 6/17-6/19 Tu-Th
6140.803 6/30-7/2 M-W
6140.804 7/7-7/9 M-W
6140.805 7/23-7/25 W-F
6140.806 7/28-7/30 M-W
6140.807 8/11-8/13 M-W
Fee: $150 / $140 resident discount (includes
10% State Park fee, parking is extra)
Location: Lake Natoma
Instructor: Current Adventures Kayak School

Junior Beginning Kayaking
Ages 10 - 14
Are your kids bugging you for more chances to go paddling after the excitement of their first class? Classes are held on the Lower American River, between Sailor Bar and Rossmoor Bar. Participants get a huge charge out of paddling through “San Juan”, not to mention all the other fun and exciting activities that our guides come up with. A focus of the class will be to further develop river awareness and skills like eddy catching,
surfing, river reading and river safety.
Time: 1:30pm- 5:30pm
6140.808 6/10-6/12 Tu-Th
6140.809 6/17-6/19 Tu-Th
6140.810 6/30-7/2 M-W
6140.811 7/7-7/9 M-W
6140.812 7/23-7/25 W-F
6140.813 7/28-7/30 M-W
6140.814 8/11-8/13 M-W
Fee: $169 / $159 resident discount (includes
10% State Park fee, parking is extra)
Location: Lake Natoma (Day 1) & Lower
American River (Day 2)
Instructors: Current Adventures Kayak School

Kayaking for Adults
Ages 50 & up
Adventure and exploration aren’t just for teenagers! Kayaking is great for fitness and easy on the body. Join us for your first time or your best time in a stress free paddle. Discover why kayaking is the new activity of choice for baby boomers and beyond!
7118.801 F 5/9 12-3pm
7118.802 Sa 5/24 10am-1pm
7118.803 W 6/11 11am-2pm
7118.804 Sa 7/26 10am-1pm
7118.805 W 8/13 11am-2pm
7118.806 Sa 8/23 3:30-6:30pm
Location: Lake Natoma
Fee: $81 / $71 resident discount
Instructor: Current Adventures Kayak School

Discover Kayaking
Ages 14 - Adult (younger ok with parent)
Have a great time exploring where only a kayak (and our guides) can take you! Designed as the first step in learning to paddle touring and sea kayaks, beginners learn about proper equipment selection and fit, along with basic safety and paddling techniques. After an initial skills session, tour the lake to refine your skills. All equipment is provided. Please bring a
snack or lunch.
7115.801 Su 5/18 10am-2:30pm
7115.802 Sa 6/21 11am-3:30pm
7115.803 Sa 7/5 10am-2:30pm
7115.804 Sa 8/2 11am-3:30pm
7115.805 Sa 8/23 9:30am-2pm
Location: Lake Natoma
Fee: $91 / $81 resident discount
Instructor: Current Adventures Kayak School

Sunset/Full Moon Paddles
Ages 14 - Adult (younger ok with parent)
Glide across the water of Lake Natoma beneath the fascinating light and shadows of the setting sun and rising moon. Except for the sounds of animals and birds settling down at twilight, we’ll have the stillness of the lake to ourselves. Introductory skills session and equipment provided.
7116.801 Sa 5/17 7-10pm
7116.802 Su 6/15 6:30-9:30pm
7116.803 W 7/15 6:30-9:30pm
7116.804 F 8/15 6-9pm
7116.805 Sa 8/16 6-9pm
Location: Lake Natoma
Fee: $61 / $51 resident discount
Instructor: Current Adventures Kayak School