Swimming Lessons
Using the guidelines from the Red Cross Learn-to-Swim program, Brushy Creek provides a progressive instructional lesson program for all ages, abilities, levels and interests. The lessons are a foundation of water skills and safety guidelines so participants can enjoy a lifetime of safe, healthy aquatics activities. Learning to swim can help children and adults build self-confidence and self-esteem.
For questions regarding swim lessons, e-mail: SwimLessons@bcmud.org.
Swim Lesson Schedule
Summer swim lessons begin on June 4th! Weekday classes are 30 minutes Monday through Thursday for 2 weeks, and Saturday morning classes are 45 minutes each Saturday for 6 weeks.
Please click this link to see the summer schedule or enroll online: Summer Swim Lesson Schedule (PDF)
Swim Lesson Policies
Weather Closures: It is District policy to close pools for half an hour after the last sighting of lightening. Other weather-related closures are at the discretion of the Aquatics Coordinator and Head Swim Instructor. In case of poor weather, please call the pool at which your lesson is scheduled to confirm if class will be canceled. The decision of whether or not to have class will be made 15 minutes prior to class. Pool staff will let you know at that time about make up classes. Make up classes are typically held the following Friday if it is within the session dates.
Other Pool Closures: In case of other pool closures such as mechanical problems, your instructor will try to reach you at the primary phone number on your account as soon as possible. Pool staff will let you know at that time about make up classes. Make up classes are typically held the following Friday if it is within the session dates.
Floatation Devices: Please leave your floatation devices at home when you come to swim lessons. Our instructors can best show you or your child how to swim without the impaired range of motion created by life jackets, "floaties," or other swim accessories. Goggles are welcome.
Class Descriptions
Parent & Tot Class (Ages 6 months - 5 years) - Offered May through September
These classes will help your child feel comfortable in the water, and teach fundamental skills such as breath holding and kicking. We will also cover safety topics such as getting in and out of the water safely with your child, and home pool safety topics. A parent or guardian must get in the water with each child, but doesn’t need to know how to swim. A second adult is also welcome.
Children's Swim Lessons (Ages 3 years -12 years) - Offered Year-Round
Small group lessons teach a progression of swimming and safety skills, corresponding to Levels 1 to 3 of the Red Cross Learn to Swim program. This class emphasizes skills such as floating, front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke, and swimming underwater. On the first day of class, students may be evaluated to place them into groups of similar ability.
Beginning Swimming for Teens (Ages 13 years to 19 years) - Offered May to September
Small group lessons for teens will cover beginning through intermediate swimming skills at an age-appropriate pace. This class is taught in deeper water than children’s lessons.
Advanced Swimming (Ages 13 and older, except with prior approval) - Offered May to September
Pre-requisite: Students must be comfortable in deep water, and able to swim 25 yards of front crawl, 25 yards of back crawl, and 10 yards underwater.
In addition to refining the strokes that the student already knows and learning new strokes, advanced topics such as open turns, flip turns, racing starts, conditioning, diving, and basic rescue skills will be introduced. Different skills may be covered during each session.
Beginning Swimming for Adults (Ages 18 and older) - Offered Year-Round
It’s never too late to learn to swim! Our instructor will create a lesson plan specifically for your needs, whether you’re afraid of the water or just need some pointers. This class is great for people who are going boating, fishing, or on a cruise! This class is taught in chest-deep water.
Private and Semi-Private Lessons - Offered Year-Round
Lessons for one or two students of any age and any skill level are available by appointment only. When making your appointment, we will discuss your goals so that we can create the best possible experience for you or your child. To schedule your appointment, please email SwimLessons@bcmud.org.