Fort Worth Athletics

Learn-to-Swim Program

Each year the Aquatics Branch offers four (4) Learn-to-Swim Sessions. Each session consists of eight (8) classes, Tuesday through Friday, weather permitting. The age range is 4 years and over. Class size may vary depending on availability of instructors. Class registration will be limited to ten (10) participants per class level. Prospective Students may register at any City of Fort Worth Public Pool. Classes will be held at Forest Park, Marine, and Sylvania Pools. The following list includes registration and class dates for this year's sessions.

Junior Lifeguarding

Gives you a jump start into American Red Cross Lifeguarding. If you are between the ages of 11 - 14, then Junior Lifeguarding is for you! Available during sessions 2-4.

This class covers:

• Prevention: Learn how to prevent drowning and diving accidents.
• Professionalism: Learn the role and responsibilities of lifeguard as a professional.
• Fitness: Develop swimming skills and general physical ability for lifeguarding responsibilities.
• Response: Gain understanding of the basis of emergency response techniques. Practice lifeguarding skills.
• Leadership: Learn the basic skills for effectively guiding others. Gain understanding of decision making and communication skills.

  Requirements: Students must be able to tread water for 1 minute, submerge swim for 10 yards and complete a 25 yard front crawl with rotary breathing.