Check out our May “weekday” swim lesson information for our next set of class sessions on Monday and Wednesday evenings. It contains a link to our updated swim lesson page. Registration for May swim lessons allows current participants priority to attend and is first-come, first-serve for new students. See below for more detailed information on class options.
MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY LESSONS
Below are the dates and times for the Monday and Wednesday sessions of classes.
Days/Frequency: Mondays and Wednesdays (2x/week)
Dates: May 6-29 (2024)
Class Times Window: 4:30-7 pm
SATURDAY LESSONS
Saturday lessons started on March 23 and are full. The next session of Saturday swim lessons is coming this summer. Information will come out in late May.
REGISTRATION DATES
Registration will follow the 1,2,3 system to ensure residents are being given priority for registration. Please register promptly on the dates listed below as there is a strong demand for swim lessons in the area.
Current* Students: All current student registration* is Tuesday, April 30, starting at 5 pm (online, phone or in-person)
Non-Current*, Residents**: New Non-Current, Resident Registration is Thursday, May 2 starting at 5 pm (phone or in-person only)
Non-Current* Student, Non-Residents**: Non-Current, Non-Resident Registration is Thursday, May 2, Starting at 7 pm (phone or in-person only)
*Current Students must have attended the April Weekday Session (2024) and did not have two or more unexcused absences.
**Resident registration priority is given to residents of Des Moines and Normandy Park who subsidize the Mount Rainier Pool with taxes.
FEES FOR CLASSES
There are no grants for free swim lessons available, but there are scholarships available (see scholarship section below). Prices are for the normal, 8 class-session:
CLASS LEVELS
We have updated our class levels information. Click here to view more information on swim lesson class levels.
ONLINE REGISTRATION
Online registration is only available for current students at this time. For more information on registration options visit our swim lesson page.
SCHOLARSHIP OVERVIEW
We have updated our scholarship program including a simplified process, resident focus, and 90% coverage for all programs! The scholarship program is for residents only (Des Moines and Normandy Park). Click here to view our scholarship page for more information.
PRACTICE TIME (FREE PARENT USAGE NOW INCLUDED)
The Mount Rainier Pool is dedicated to help youth become better swimmers and more comfortable in the water. We realize that swim lessons alone are not enough, and that practice is key to your child’s success. This Spring we will continue to allow current youth swim participants and one parent* free entry during the following times.
FREE PRACTICE OPTION TIMES
Tuesdays, 7-8pm
Fridays, 5-6pm
Saturdays, 11:30am-12:30pm
WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO PRACTICE WITH YOUR CHILD?
PLAY: Playing in the water with your children will help them apply their skills in a fun manner.
COMFORT: Swimming with your child will help them be more comfortable around the water.
BONDING: For teaching younger children, helping support them and perform the skills is a great activity to do together.
SUCCESS: Moving up levels in swim lessons takes not only learning, but mastering swim skills.
SUPPORT: Practicing with your child shows that you are willing to help them succeed.
NEW ENDURANCE: As your child progresses toward higher levels, you must practice with your child to build up their endurance to swim longer distances. Children can have great technique but need physical endurance to swim in Levels 3 and above.