Beach House Classes
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Fall class dates are Saturdays 9/11 – 10/2 or Sundays 9/12 – 10/3Session times: 8:40 – 9:10am, 9:15 – 9:45am, 9:50 – 10:20am, or 10:25 – 10:55am
Registration for fall classes opens August 4 for Santa Monica residents and August 11 for non-residents. Register through
Reserve Santa Monica.
POLLIWOG
Water Exploration (Learn-to-Swim Level 1) for children 4 years and up: This introductory level is the first level in our Learn-to-Swim program. Instructors focus on building students comfort and independence in the water.
GUPPY
Primary Skills (Learn-to-Swim Level 2) for children 4 years and up: Before entering this level children must feel comfortable submerging their face underwater as well as floating on their stomach & back with the help of an instructor.
MINNOW Level 3
Stroke Readiness: To enter this level, participants must be capable of independently floating and swimming 5 body lengths on front and back with arm and leg coordination.
FISH Level 4
Stroke Development: Children must be able to swim a minimum of 15 yards of the pool with coordinated front crawl and elementary backstroke before entering this level.
Saturdays September 11 - October 2
Registration for fall classes opens August 4 for Santa Monica residents and August 11 for non-residents. Register through Reserve Santa Monica.
This class offers you the chance to learn the basics of this exciting activity and enjoy the world-famous Santa Monica State Beach from a whole new perspective.
Parking is included.
Waiver, Release and Assumption of Risk
A completed waiver is required to participate in each Beach House class. If the participant is under 18, the waiver must be signed by a parent or legal guardian.
Minimum Enrollment
A minimum number of registered participants is required for some class sessions to be held. If there is low class enrollment on the first day of a class session, the class session may be canceled or students may be given the option to transfer to an equivalent class if available. In the event that the City cancels a class and transferring classes is not possible, participants will be refunded.
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