Aquatics Adult Classes & Programs

Swim Lessons

UCLA Recreation offers multiple swim classes throughout the year to meet the needs of all swimmers. UCLA Recreation believes that most adults acquire swimming skills better in groups. We recommend and encourage group lessons. We also offer 60-minute private lessons by appointment only, to adults whose needs are better met through individual instruction. All pools are handicap accessible.

Programs Offered:

Beginner Swim
Intermediate Swim
Swim for Fitness
Private Instruction
Elite Coaching
Adaptive Private Instruction

Thank you for your interest in Swim Lessons!

UCLA Recreation believes that consistent instruction is beneficial to students and instructors. Therefore, we will make every effort to provide you with a consistent instructor and with the instructor that you request.
After purchasing lessons, booking and scheduling Private Instruction Swim Lessons will be directly between the instructor and client.
After purchasing your lessons, the instructor will call you within 48 business hours to schedule your first Private Instruction Swim Lesson.
If you do not receive a phone call from an instructor within 48 business hours please call 310-825-3411
Cancellation or rescheduling of private lessons must be made 24 hours in advance. To cancel a private lesson please call your instructor directly or Aquatics Coordinator at 310-825-3411 If you fail to cancel with-in 24 hours you wil be charged in full for the session.
To purchase additional lessons please call or stop by the John Wooden Center at (310) 825-3701.
Private Instruction Swim Lessons are offered only as instructor availability and pool space permit during Recreation Swim hours. During the summer months of June through September, Private Instruction is only offered during times when instructional block swim lessons are not offered.

Beginner Swim

This class is designed for those with little or no swimming skills. A goal for this class is to be able to swim a length of the pool (25 yards) and feel comfortable in deep water. Safety skills and the development of basic strokes for distance swimming are stressed. Individuals can enjoy the water while becoming prepared for advanced activities around the water

Pre-requisites:None

Inclement Weather Policy for Outdoor Aquatics Classes.

Intermediate Swim Lessons

This class is designed for the well-adjusted swimmer who wants to advance his or her swimming skills. The general goals of this class include advanced proficiency in the basic four strokes - butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and front crawl (freestyle) - and the ability to use water as a medium for recreation and fitness.

Pre-requisites: Successful completion of the Beginning Swim class or the ability to swim any stroke comfortable for 50 yards continuously. Participants will be tested on the first day of class. Participants not meeting the pre-requisites will be directed to the Beginning Swim class if space is available.

Inclement Weather Policy for Outdoor Aquatics Classes

Swim for Fitness

This class offers further training and stroke refinement in the four competitive swimming strokes. Swim conditioning principles and endurance are emphasized. The workout will focus on improving aerobic and anaerobic conditioning. Participants will gain basic knowledge in swim workout structure and continue their own fitness program. If desired, participants can set goals that lead to participation in the Bruin Masters Swim Club.

Pre-requisites: Successful completion of Intermediate swim class or the ability to swim front crawl (freestyle), backstroke, and breaststroke comfortably for 50 yards continuously. Participants will be tested on their first day of class. Participants not meeting the pre-requisites will be directed to the Intermediate or Beginning classes if space is available.

Inclement Weather Policy for Outdoor Aquatics Classes