Child & Youth Aquatics
All aquatic classes will take place at the RPAC Aquatic Center. The state-of-the-art instructional pool has an adjustable depth so that even the tiniest of tots can stand on the bottom. All lessons are taught in the same area for the convenience of parents with more than one child. Programs take place autumn, winter, and spring quarters. Contact us for more information. The current program schedule is posted to the right. Please click the following link for registration dates.
Learn-to-Swim Group Lessons
Age Group and Camps offers swim lessons for 6 month-olds through adults. Learn-to-Swim teaches skills in a logical progression, allowing participants to swim and play safely in and around the water.
The Learn to Swim Program with Age Group and Camps at The Ohio State University Department of Recreational Sports is pleased to announce the release of a newly revised and improved Swimming and Water Safety program that provides an increased emphasis in the areas of drowning prevention and water safety and emphasizes an inclusive approach to swimming and water safety through the American Red Cross. Please review the course selection guide carefully to choose the correct placement for your child. If you have any questions regarding your child’s placement level, please contact us so that we can assist you.
Class Location
All aquatic classes are held in the RPAC Aquatic Center for the convenience of parents with more than one child.
Group Lesson Fees
Lessons include seven, 30-45 minute sessions.
Cost: $44 per person; $59 for non-members
Class Instructional Levels
Please use the following descriptions, as well as course selection guide, to help determine appropriate class placements. Instructors reserve the right to change the placement of a participant in order to provide the best possible learning environment.
Programs with one or two participants will be treated as a private or semi-private lesson and will last 30 minutes. Additional charges for private instruction will not be administered.
- Parent-Child Level A: For children 6 months to 2 years old who have little or no previous water experience.
- Parent-Child Level B: For children who are 18 months to 3 years old with two or more previous sessions in the water. Children will require flotation support at all times and requires parental presence and support in the water.
- Preschool Aquatics Level 1: For children ages 3-5 who are comfortable in a structured class setting away from their parents. This class is to orient preschool-age children to the aquatic environment and to help them acquire rudimentary levels of basic aquatic skills.
- Preschool Aquatics Level 2: For children ages 3-5 that have demonstrated the completion of requirements in Preschool Aquatics Level 1.
- Preschool Aquatics Level 3: For children ages 3-5 that have demonstrated the completion of requirements in Preschool Aquatics Level 2. Children that pass this level will move to Learn to Swim Level 3.
- Learn to Swim Level 1: For children age 6 and older. This class introduces water skills that help students feel comfortable while enjoying water safely.
- Learn to Swim Level 2: For participants who have demonstrated the completion requirements in Learn to Swim Level 1. This class teaches fundamental aquatic skills and builds on the skills learned in Learn to Swim Level 1.
- Learn to Swim Level 3: For participants who have demonstrated the completion requirements in Learn to Swim Level 2 or Preschool Aquatics Level 3. This class teaches stroke development and builds on the skills in Learn to Swim Level 2 and Preschool Aquatics Level 3 by providing additional guided practice.
- Learn to Swim Level 4: For participants who have demonstrated the completion requirements in Learn to Swim Level 3. This class teaches stroke improvement and builds on the skills in Learn to Swim Level 3 while developing confidence.
- Learn to Swim Level 5: For participants who have demonstrated the completion requirements in Learn to Swim Level 4. Teaches stroke refinement and provides further aquatic coordination while building on the skills of Learn to Swim Level 4.
- Learn to Swim Level 6: For participants who have demonstrated the completion requirements in Learn to Swim Level 5. This class teaches swimming and skill proficiency allowing students to swim with ease, efficiency, and power over greater distances.
- Adult Beginner: For adults who are new to the water. This class teaches swimming fundamentals, including water adjustment, flutter kicking, breathing coordination, arm action for the front crawl, and elementary backstroke.
- Adult Intermediate: For adults looking to coordinate the proper stroke techniques of front crawl and elementary backstroke. Backstroke, sidestroke, and breaststroke are also introduced.
- Adult Advanced: For adults who knows stroke techniques but want to hone their skills or pursue swimming as a fitness routine.
Private and Semi-Private Swimming Lessons
Sunday, Sept 20- early bird registration Sunday, Sept 27- private online member Monday, Sept 28- private in person member, online nonmember Tuesday, Sept 29- in person nonmember Friday, October 2 at noon- registration deadline
Private and semi-private swimming lessons are designed to meet the recreational or competitive needs for children or adults. Private lessons offer one-on-one instruction, while semi-private lessons include two students per instructor. Each private/semi-private lesson lasts 30 minutes.
To register for private swim lessons, please do so online or in person Monday-Friday between the hours of 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the AGAC office. Registration for semi-private lessons can only be done in person. Please view the "Private Swim Lesson Policies and Schedule" attachment in the upper-right hand corner for designated registration dates.
Private Lesson Fee (4 pack): $55 per person; $74 for non-members
Semi Private Lesson Fee (4 pack): $85 for both participants, $118 for non-members
Guard Start
This course introduces 11-14 year olds to the skills needed for entry into the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course. In addition, participants will learn about aiding in swim lesson instruction while being encouraged to help with the AGAC Learn-to-Swim program. Due to the amount of material involved with Guard Start, the course is divided into two sections. Before entering this class, participants must demonstrate the following skills: Swim the front crawl for 25 yard continuously while breathing to the front or side, tread water for one minute using arms and legs, and submerge and swim a distance of 10 feet underwater.
Fee: $44 per person; $59 for non-members
Lifeguard Training
This course prepares candidates to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to aquatic emergencies and prevent drowning and other incidents. After successful completion of the course participates will receive the following certifications: Lifeguard Training (3 years), First Aid (3 years), Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for The Professional Rescuer (1 year) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) (1 year). Please see document at the top of the page for more information. Fees include instruction, facilities, and materials. This class is offered during fall quarter, spring quarter, and immediately following spring quarter.
Refunds: Should you need to cancel a Lifeguard Training class you may do so up to 2 weeks before the start of the class. Cancellations and refund requests must be made in writing to the program director at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the class and you will receive a refund, less the $30 administrative fee. After that deadline you will receive a refund less the cost of materials (approximately $60) and the $30 administrative fee.
Fee: $132 for members; $177 for non-members
Aquatic Outreach Services
Our instructors can come to you to lead talks to youth and adult groups on general water safety, home pool safety, and swim lesson orientation. Additionally, we can conduct scout swim tests, and scout aquatic programs. Call 614-688-8787 to make arrangements. The fee is $45 per hour, per instructor.
