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  • Swim (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)

    Adult Aqua Exercise

    Join us for a low impact, double benefit workout. This class will benefit your joints and overall health by working on cardio and resistance training. Although you need not be a swimmer, participants should be comfortable in the water. Aqua shoes are recommended. Aquatic fitness punch cards do not apply toward this class.
  • Andrew Moore (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)

    All Wet! Activity Camp

    YOU MUST ALSO REGISTER AND PAY FOR A SWIMMING LESSON THAT IS SCHEDULED IN THE 9 AM - 12 PM TIME FRAME DURING CORRESPONDING WEEKS. Amp up your morning fun! Designed to be a complement to swimming lessons, this option will fill the time before or after your swimming lessons that occur during our morning 9 am - 12 pm camp time. Outdoor activities may include sprinkler fun, water balloon tosses, giant yard games and more! Indoor time will be spent on water-related science experiments and art projects. Also, play board games, do puzzles and explore our activity boxes. Send sunscreen that your child can apply on their own.
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    Swim (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)

    Aqua Exercise

    Join us for a low impact, double benefit workout. This class will benefit your joints and overall health by working on cardio and resistance training. Although you need not be a swimmer, participants should be comfortable in the water. Aquatic fitness punch cards do not apply toward this class.
  • C_MG_4834_PoolDive_jopix (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)

    Diving Camp - Intermediate & Advanced

    This camp is for students in grades 7-12 who have had some past experience with diving. Whether you have taken diving camps before or are already on a high school team looking for continuous instruction in the off-season, this camp is for you! Sarah is a trained high school diving coach that will provide instruction on intermediate to advanced diving skills.
  • C_MG_4834_PoolDive_jopix (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)

    Diving Camp - Intermediate/Advanced

    This camp is for students in grades 7-12 who have had some past experience with diving. Whether you have taken diving camps before or are already on a high school team looking for continuous instruction in the off-season, this camp is for you! Sarah is a trained high school diving coach that will provide instruction on intermediate to advanced diving skills.
  • C_MG_4834_PoolDive_jopix (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)

    Diving Camp - Intro & Intermediate

    This camp is designed for beginner to intermediate divers in grades 3-6. Beginner participants will learn fundamental diving skills and basic dives in this class. These divers will start with diving from the side of the pool and progress to a front dive with approach from the diving board. If students have already taken an intro class once before, the intermediate divers will work on more advanced skills in this class which will help them to prepare for competitive diving in the future.
  • C_MG_4834_PoolDive_jopix (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)

    Diving Camp - Intro/Intermediate

    This camp is designed for beginner to intermediate divers in grades 3-6. Beginner participants will learn fundamental diving skills and basic dives in this class. These divers will start with diving from the side of the pool and progress to a front dive with approach from the diving board. If students have already taken an intro class once before, the intermediate divers will work on more advanced skills in this class which will help them to prepare for competitive diving in the future.
  • Early Learning Splash Hour

    Spend an hour in the pool with your young swimmer. Toys, floaties and balls provided. Parent/guardian must accompany the child in the water. Coast Guard-approved life jacket recommended. If there are two or more children per adult, all children must wear a life jacket. Swim diapers are required for children not potty-trained. Check-in at the Community Education office through Door E24. Please bring your ID for entry into the school building. You do not need to pre-register. Session will show as full but it is NOT full.
  • Michael Lokner (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)

    Lap Swim

    Dates: January 3 - May 31 Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 6:15 - 7:30 am Tuesday & Thursday Lunchtime Lap: 12:00 - 1:00 pm (Locker rooms are available) There are six lanes available for lap swim and the diving well is accessible for self-guided aqua exercise. Morning lap swim is open to adults and students over 15 years of age. Lunchtime lap swim is for adults 18 years or older. Check-in at the Community Education office through Door E24. Please bring your ID for entry into the school building. Adult Prices: (Free with Activities Center membership) 20 Punches: $120 10 Punches: $60 5 Punches: $30 Per Visit: $8 Senior Prices: (Free with Activities Center membership) 20 Punches: $108 10 Punches: $54 5 Punches: $27 Per Visit: $7 Pick up a monthly pool calendar from the literature rack outside the Community Education Office, at the Orono Activities Center or look online at oronoschools.org and click Community Education > Aquatics. The pool schedule is subject to change.
  • Michael Lokner (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)

    Lap Swim

    Summer dates: June 3 - August 30 *No Lap Swim June 19 & July 5 Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 6:15 - 7:30 am Open to adults and students over 15 years of age. Aquatic Fitness cards may be purchased at the pool or online. Valid for one year and good for Lap Swim & Master Swim! Adult Prices: (Free with Orono Activities Center membership) 20 Punches: $120 10 Punches: $60 5 Punches: $30 Per Visit: $8 Senior Prices: (Free with Orono Activities Center membership) 20 Punches: $108 10 Punches: $54 5 Punches: $27 Per Visit: $7 Pick up a monthly pool calendar from the literature rack outside the Community Education Office, at the Orono Activities Center or look online at oronoschools.org and click Community Education > Aquatics. The pool schedule is subject to change. Lunchtime Lap hour will pause for Summer 2024 and will resume in Fall 2024.
  • Michael Lokner (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)

    Masters Swim

    Participants must register with US Masters swimming at www.usms.org. U.S. Masters Swimming is a national membership-oriented nonprofit that provides membership benefits to swimmers across the country. Self-led with swim workouts available upon request. To learn more about the Masters Swim program at Orono, contact Tara at tara.st.martin@orono.k12.mn.us Dates: January 3 - May 31 Monday, Wednesday & Friday - 5:00 - 6:15 am Aquatic fitness punch cards may be purchased at the pool or online. Valid for one year and good for Lap Swim and Master Swim. Adult Prices: (Free with Activities Center membership) 20 Punches: $120 10 Punches: $60 5 Punches: $30 Per Visit: $8 Senior Prices: (Free with Activities Center membership) 20 Punches: $108 10 Punches: $54 5 Punches: $27 Per Visit: $7 Pick up a monthly pool calendar from the literature rack outside the Community Education Office or look online at www.orono.k12.mn.us and look under Community Education. The pool schedule is subject to change.
  • Michael Lokner (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)

    Masters Swim

    Participants must register with US Masters swimming at www.usms.org. The Membership is $52 for the calendar year, which includes the US Masters and MN Masters registration fees. Fee is prorated depending on time of year you register. Swim workouts available upon request. Summer dates: June 3 - August 30 *Pool closed July 3 & 4??? Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 5 - 6:15 am Aquatic fitness punch cards may be purchased at the pool or online. Valid for one year and good for Lap Swim & Master Swim! Adult Prices: (Free with Orono Activities Center membership) 20 Punches: $120 10 Punches: $60 5 Punches: $30 Per Visit: $8 Senior Prices: (Free with Orono Activities Center membership) 20 Punches: $108 10 Punches: $54 5 Punches: $27 Per Visit: $7 Pick up a monthly pool calendar from the literature rack outside the Community Education Office, at the Orono Activities Center or look online at oronoschools.org and click on Community Education > Aquatics. The pool schedule is subject to change.
  • Michael Lokner (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)

    Open Swim

    Payment is taken at the pool - cash or check accepted. $6 per person or $18 per family (up to 5 people) You do not need to pre-register. Drop in when your schedule allows. Two lanes will be available for lap swim.
  • Michael Lokner (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)

    Open Swim

    Payment is taken at the pool - cash or check accepted. You do not need to pre-register. Drop in when your schedule allows. Two lanes will be available for lap swim. *Saturday afternoon open swim will resume in September.
  • Michael Lokner (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)

    Private Lessons for Competitive Swimmers

    These lessons will be detailed technique sessions for competitive swimmers ages 12 and older. Swimmers will identify a specific stroke or aspect of swimming (starts, turns, breakouts, etc.) and the sessions will be dedicated to not only identifying areas of opportunity, but making corrections and providing guidance on how to implement them in their everyday swimming. It is recommended to register for a minimum of two to three lessons since detailed corrections take time, focus and repetition. Lesson fee is $90 per 30 minute lesson.
  • Red Cross Lifeguard Training

    Earn your lifeguard certification from the American Red Cross. Our lifeguard certification courses are designed to ensure that you are properly trained in the event of a water emergency. Red Cross Lifeguard Certification is valid for two years from the date of completion. This course will meet in person and online and includes lifeguard skills, CPR, First Aid and AED training. We are hiring! Orono Aquatics staff have reimbursement opportunities for training courses. Call 952-449-8350 for details.
  • Swim Lessons - Private/Semi-Private

    Each swimmer must register individually. Please register online to add your name to the waitlist. Due to high demand for these lessons, you/your student may take only 4 private or semi-private lessons this Summer season. You must pay for the complete session, no reimbursement for missed lessons. Lessons will be scheduled in order by date registration is received. We will connect with you to coordinate a time that works based on schedule availability. You will be charged for the lessons once they are scheduled. Private Swim Lessons - $112/Four 30-minute lessons Semi-private lessons - $92/Four 30-minute lessons per participant Dates & Times: Lessons available for this session will be Tuesday & Thursday mornings. Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 18, 20, 25 & 27 at 7:30 or 8:00 am Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 9, 11, 16 & 18 at 7:30 or 8:00 am Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 23, 25, 30 & August 1 at 7:30 or 8:00 am Please register online at oronocommunityed.com to add your name to the waitlist. *If you were on the private lesson waiting list during previous brochure seasons, you'll need to re-register for the current season. Waitlist enrollments do not roll over to the next season.
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    Kendrick Brinson (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)

    Swim Lessons: Level 1

    Introduction to Water Skills MUST BE AT LEAST 5 YEARS OLD. No Prerequisites. Tentative in and around water, uncomfortable submerging head and not yet floating independently. Course Content: Helps participants feel comfortable in the water. Skills covered include: bobbing, retrieving objects underwater, front and back glides, back float, tread water using arms and hands, combined arm and leg actions on front and back, and age-appropriate water safety topics. Exit Skills: Enter independently, using either the ladder, steps or side, travel at least 5 yards, bob 3 times then safely exit the water. (Participants can walk, move along the gutter or "swim.") Glide on front at least 2 body lengths, roll to a back float for 3 seconds and recover to a vertical position. (This part of the assessment can be performed with support.) Curriculum and levels are based on the Red Cross' Learn-to-Swim Program. For questions about what level your child should register for, refer to our descriptions.
  • Kendrick Brinson (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)

    Swim Lessons: Level 1

    If you are a new family to Orono Community Education’s swimming lessons, we encourage you to schedule a swimming pre-assessment to determine the best level for your swimmer. Pre-assessments take place at the Orono pool. Instructors will guide your swimmer through a set of skills in a 15-minute period. Summer pre-assessments will take place in early March 2024. • Fall 2024 pre-assessments will take place in early August 2024. • Contact Tara St. Martin to schedule a pre-assessment at tara.st.martin@orono.k12.mn.us. • Note: Attending a pre-assessment does not guarantee a spot in lessons. Spots fill quickly. Please limit registration to one swim camp per child for Summer. Introduction to Water Skills MUST BE AT LEAST 5 YEARS OLD. No Prerequisites. Tentative in and around water, uncomfortable submerging head and not yet floating independently. Course Content: Helps participants feel comfortable in the water. Skills covered include: bobbing, retrieving objects underwater, front and back glides, back float, tread water using arms and hands, combined arm and leg actions on front and back, and age-appropriate water safety topics. Exit Skills: Enter independently, using either the ladder, steps or side, travel at least 5 yards, bob 3 times then safely exit the water. (Participants can walk, move along the gutter or "swim.") Glide on front at least 2 body lengths, roll to a back float for 3 seconds and recover to a vertical position. (This part of the assessment can be performed with support.) Curriculum and levels are based on the Red Cross' Learn-to-Swim Program. For questions about what level your child should register for, refer to our descriptions. Locker rooms will be available for use.
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    Kendrick Brinson (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)

    Swim Lessons: Level 2

    Please note the following schedule change: weekday/after school lessons will take place on Tuesdays & Wednesdays Fundamental Aquatics Skills Course Content: Gives participants success with fundamental skills. Skills covered include: front, jellyfish and tuck floats, roll from front to back and back to front, change direction of travel while swimming on front or back, treading of water, combined arm and leg actions on front and back and age-appropriate water safety topics. Exit Skills: Step from side into chest-deep water, move into a front float for 5 seconds, roll to back, float for 5 seconds then return to vertical position. Move into a back float for 5 seconds, roll to front then recover to a vertical position. Push off and swim using combined arm and leg actions on front for 5 body lengths, roll to back, float for 15 seconds, roll to the front then continue swimming for 5 body lengths. Sign up for Level 2 if: • Comfortable in the water • Submerges head • Floats independently Curriculum and levels are based on the Red Cross' Learn-to-Swim Program. For questions about what level your child should register for, refer to our descriptions.
  • Kendrick Brinson (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)

    Swim Lessons: Level 2

    If you are a new family to Orono Community Education’s swimming lessons, we encourage you to schedule a swimming pre-assessment to determine the best level for your swimmer. Pre-assessments take place at the Orono pool. Instructors will guide your swimmer through a set of skills in a 15-minute period. Summer pre-assessments will take place in early March 2024. Fall 2023 pre-assessments will take place in early August 2024. Contact Tara St. Martin to schedule a pre-assessment at tara.st.martin@orono.k12.mn.us. Note: Attending a pre-assessment does not guarantee a spot in lessons. Spots fill quickly. Please limit registration to one swim camp per child for Summer. Fundamental Aquatics Skills Course Content: Gives participants success with fundamental skills. Skills covered include: front, jellyfish and tuck floats, roll from front to back and back to front, change direction of travel while swimming on front or back, treading of water, combined arm and leg actions on front and back and age-appropriate water safety topics. Exit Skills: Step from side into chest-deep water, move into a front float for 5 seconds, roll to back, float for 5 seconds then return to vertical position. Move into a back float for 5 seconds, roll to front then recover to a vertical position. Push off and swim using combined arm and leg actions on front for 5 body lengths, roll to back, float for 15 seconds, roll to the front then continue swimming for 5 body lengths. Sign up for Level 2 if: • Comfortable in the water • Submerges head • Floats independently Curriculum and levels are based on the Red Cross' Learn-to-Swim Program. For questions about what level your child should register for, refer to our descriptions. Locker rooms will be available for use. Swimmers are expected to come already prepared to swim.
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    Kendrick Brinson (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)

    Swim Lessons: Level 3

    Please note the following schedule change: weekday/after school lessons will take place on Tuesdays & Wednesdays Stroke Development Course Content: Builds on skills with practice in deeper water. Skills covered include: headfirst entries from side in sitting and kneeling positions, bobbing while moving toward safety, rotary breathing, survival float, flutter, dolphin and scissors kick, front crawl, elementary backstroke, and age-appropriate water safety topics. Exit Skills: Jump into deep water from the side, swim front crawl for 15 yards, maintain position by treading or floating for 30 seconds and swim elementary backstroke for 15 yards. Sign up for Level 3 if: • Comfortable in deep water • Swims at least 5 yards on front with a coordinated stroke independently • Swims at least 5 yards on back with a coordinated stroke independently Curriculum and levels are based on the Red Cross' Learn-to-Swim Program. For questions about what level your child should register for, refer to our descriptions.
  • Kendrick Brinson (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)

    Swim Lessons: Level 3

    If you are a new family to Orono Community Education’s swimming lessons, we encourage you to schedule a swimming pre-assessment to determine the best level for your swimmer. Pre-assessments take place at the Orono pool. Instructors will guide your swimmer through a set of skills in a 15-minute period. Summer pre-assessments will take place in early March 2024. Fall 2023 pre-assessments will take place in early August 2024. Contact Tara St. Martin to schedule a pre-assessment at tara.st.martin@orono.k12.mn.us. Note: Attending a pre-assessment does not guarantee a spot in lessons. Spots fill quickly. Please limit registration to one swim camp per child for Summer. Stroke Development Course Content: Builds on skills with practice in deeper water. Skills covered include: headfirst entries from side in sitting and kneeling positions, bobbing while moving toward safety, rotary breathing, survival float, flutter, dolphin and scissors kick, front crawl, elementary backstroke, and age-appropriate water safety topics. Exit Skills: Jump into deep water from the side, swim front crawl for 15 yards, maintain position by treading or floating for 30 seconds and swim elementary backstroke for 15 yards. Sign up for Level 3 if: • Comfortable in deep water • Swims at least 5 yards on front with a coordinated stroke independently • Swims at least 5 yards on back with a coordinated stroke independently Curriculum and levels are based on the Red Cross' Learn-to-Swim Program. For questions about what level your child should register for, refer to our descriptions. Locker rooms will be available for use.
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    Kendrick Brinson (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)

    Swim Lessons: Level 4

    Please note the following schedule change: weekday/after school lessons will take place on Tuesdays & Wednesdays Stroke Improvement Course Content: Develops confidence and improves skills. Skills covered include: headfirst entries from side in compact and stride positions, swim under water, feet first surface dive, front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly, flutter and dolphin kicks on back and age-appropriate water safety topics. Exit Skills: Perform a feet first entry into deep water, swim front crawl for 25 yards, change direction and position as necessary and swim elementary backstroke for 25 yards. Swim breaststroke for 15 yards, change direction and position as necessary and swim back crawl for 15 yards. Sign up for Level 4 if: • Comfortable in deep water • Swims at least 15 yards coordinated: front crawl, back crawl and knows dolphin kick and breaststroke kick. Curriculum and levels are based on the Red Cross' Learn-to-Swim Program. For questions about what level your child should register for, refer to our descriptions.