Swim & Water Programs

Overview May 17, 2019

Swim & Water Programs

Enjoy some time in the water for fitness, competition, or perhaps learn a new skill like how to become a lifeguard; and, swim lessons are a great way to introduce kids to the world of aquatics in a safe and fun way!

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Class April 13, 2021

Adaptive Aquatics
Join us for adaptive swim lessons for individuals with special needs. We offer both a beginner class, and an intermediate to advanced class. Both classes will be followed by an open swim session.

Adult helping child with special needs learn to swim in pool

Class April 12, 2021

SWIMMING POOL LOCATIONS AND HOURS
From Coachella to La Quinta, we operate pools in several communities where you can take a class, children can learn to swim, or you can enjoy lap swimming.

Bagdouma Pool in Coachella – Hours beginning June 5, 2021
Entry Fees: Adults $3, Children $2 (children under 3 years of age are free)
Monday – Thursday:
4 – 7 p.m. (Youth Swim Lessons)
7 – 9 p.m. (Lap Swim)
Friday & Saturday:
5 – 9 p.m. (Lap Swim)
Sunday:
12 – 4 p.m. (Lap Swim)

Class March 5, 2020

Operation Splash – FREE CHILD SWIM LESSON PROGRAM
DEADLINE EXTENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE Through a generous grant from Kaiser Permanente, Desert Recreation District is pleased to offer Scholarships for Free Swim Lessons for children.

Photo of child on the pool's ledge waiting to jump in

Scholarships are given out on a first come, first served basis so complete and return your application as soon as possible!

Lessons on technique, water safety and proper physical exercise – while having fun – can keep kids interested, engaged and safe.

Class June 5, 2019

Adult Water Aerobics
This shallow-water class is designed to build strength while having fun. The class will incorporate resistance tools such as buoyant water weights and noodles. Swimming ability is not required.

Adults doing water aerobics with noodles

Class May 17, 2019

Aqua Fit
This is a medium impact class with a focus on burning calories, toning muscle and increase your cardiovascular level. Geared for adults of all fitness levels.

Class June 5, 2019

Grade School Swim Classes
Swimming is an excellent way to stay fit and active, and we offer five levels of classes for youth, based on age and swimming ability.

Penguins 1 & 2: Get children with little or no swimming experience started with the basics. Water safety, floating, kicks, arm action and use of legs introduce kids to this terrific sport. Penguins 1, ages 6 ½ – 12 Years Old. Penguins 2, ages 8 – 12 Years Old.

Class June 5, 2019

Infant Swim Lessons
Our infant swim classes help them get comfortable in and around the water – and begin a lifelong love of water activities! Parents learn basic skills with their child, and a parent/adult must accompany the child in the water.

Class January 30, 2020

Lap Swim
Competition lanes are open to guests to swim at set times; beginning March 1, 2021, lap swim is available at Fritz Burns Pool in La Quinta. $3 for those 18 years of age and over, and $2 for those under age 18. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 8 - 11 a.m.

Please email kpleming@drd.us.com or call 760-972-1033 to schedule your lap swim time. Thank you.

Class May 17, 2019

Lifeguard Training Course
Prepare for the summer with this three-day training course. Participants must swim 300 yards, tread water for 2 minutes and perform a water retrieval test at the beginning of the course.

Class June 5, 2019

Pre-School Swim Classes
Let’s swim! At this age, children who are comfortable around water are introduced to the fundamentals of safe and effective swimming. Children are placed in classes based on their ability, and parents do not accompany children in this class.

Swim instructor with preschool aged child in pool

Class January 30, 2020

Senior Splash Class
Senior Splash is a program encouraging older adults to participate in physical activities that will help to maintain greater control of one's health.

Swim & Water Programs

Adaptive Aquatics
Join us for adaptive swim lessons for individuals with special needs. We offer both a beginner class, and an intermediate to advanced class. Both classes will be followed by an open swim session.

SWIMMING POOL LOCATIONS AND HOURS
From Coachella to La Quinta, we operate pools in several communities where you can take a class, children can learn to swim, or you can enjoy lap swimming.

Operation Splash – FREE CHILD SWIM LESSON PROGRAM
DEADLINE EXTENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE Through a generous grant from Kaiser Permanente, Desert Recreation District is pleased to offer Scholarships for Free Swim Lessons for children.

Adult Water Aerobics
This shallow-water class is designed to build strength while having fun. The class will incorporate resistance tools such as buoyant water weights and noodles. Swimming ability is not required.

Aqua Fit
This is a medium impact class with a focus on burning calories, toning muscle and increase your cardiovascular level. Geared for adults of all fitness levels.

Grade School Swim Classes
Swimming is an excellent way to stay fit and active, and we offer five levels of classes for youth, based on age and swimming ability.

Infant Swim Lessons
Our infant swim classes help them get comfortable in and around the water – and begin a lifelong love of water activities! Parents learn basic skills with their child, and a parent/adult must accompany the child in the water.

Lap Swim
Competition lanes are open to guests to swim at set times; beginning March 1, 2021, lap swim is available at Fritz Burns Pool in La Quinta. $3 for those 18 years of age and over, and $2 for those under age 18. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 8 - 11 a.m.

Lifeguard Training Course
Prepare for the summer with this three-day training course. Participants must swim 300 yards, tread water for 2 minutes and perform a water retrieval test at the beginning of the course.

Pre-School Swim Classes
Let’s swim! At this age, children who are comfortable around water are introduced to the fundamentals of safe and effective swimming. Children are placed in classes based on their ability, and parents do not accompany children in this class.

Senior Splash Class
Senior Splash is a program encouraging older adults to participate in physical activities that will help to maintain greater control of one's health.

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