Salt Lake County Parks and Recreation manages 18 pools across the county, offering leisure swimming, lap lanes, swim lessons, and water-based fitness classes. Our aquatics facilities provide year-round programs and activities for all ages and abilities.
We offer a wide range of swim classes designed for all ages and skill levels. While youth lessons are available at most recreation centers, select locations also provide adult group sessions and adaptive swim programs.
Our group lessons follow the Swim School and Stroke School progressions. Swim School introduces beginners to water safety and swimming fundamentals, while Stroke School focuses on refining technique and advancing skills. Each session consists of eight classes.
Review the charts below to determine the appropriate level and find available lessons under Aquatic Programs.
| Sign Up For | If the student |
|---|---|
| Swim School White |
Cannot go underwater while relaxed for 5 seconds. Is not comfortable in the water. |
| Swim School Red |
Can go underwater for at least 5 seconds. Cannot float without help. |
| Swim School Yellow |
Can float on front and back without help. Cannot tread water for 10 seconds. |
| Swim School Blue |
Can tread water for 10 seconds. Cannot turn from side to side while kicking for 30 feet. |
| Swim School Green |
Can turn from side to side while kicking for 30 feet. Cannot breathe on both sides while swimming. |
| Sign Up For | If the student |
|---|---|
| Stroke White - Freestyle/Backstroke |
Passed Swim School Green. Can swim basic freestyle and breathe on both sides. |
| Stroke Red - Elementary Backstroke/Sidestroke | Passed Stoke School White |
| Stroke Yellow - Butterfly | Passed Stoke School Red |
| Stroke Blue - Breaststroke | Passed Stroke School Yellow |
| Stroke Green - Endurance | Passed Stroke School Blue |
We offer a variety of water-based fitness classes, including Aqua Zumba, Tsunami Fitness (float boards), and Aqua Tabata/HIIT. Our centers also host Adult Swim Groups, Water Aerobics, and Water Walking sessions.
Class schedules vary by location. Drop-in participation is available with a daily pass or included with your membership.