AQUATICS

Dive into a full range of aquatics programs at the H.E.S., including instructional swim, daily times for family and adults-only swim and our swim teams. Swim classes are available for all ages, stages and abilities and starts for children as young as 2 years old.

Our Aquatics program offers:

Open swim times for Adult Swim
Co-ed and gender-based time options
Custom-tailored instructional swim classes
Participatory parent-child swim
Youth and adult group lessons
Private one to one and semi-private instructional swim classes

The H.E.S. lifeguards and instructors maintain a watchful eye, a helping hand, and a supportive demeanor throughout all swimming hours and classes. Our facility’s lifeguards carry necessary certification including the United States Swimming Organization and the Red Cross.

After students progress and develop through our introductory swim school, they have the opportunity to try out for our Junior and Senior Swim Teams!

For more Aquatics information by phone, call (718) 241-3000 ext. 137 or email aquatics@thehes.org.

Need assistance becoming a member or registering? Check out our Registration Assistance page or contact HES Registration by calling (718) 241-3000 ext. 131.

Register for Swim Classes

Parent & Me, Pre School, Levels 1-6 Swim to Learn classes.

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Pool Schedule

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Members have free access to the pool all year round, member pricing for classes and discounts for other H.E.S. programs.

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Swim ‘N’ Skills is an OPWDD swimming program with ABA support. Each child will receive individualized swim instruction and 1:1 support from a counselor as well as a swim instructor. An ABA Specialist in collaboration with a Disability Services Supervisor will lead all counselors and swim instructors to best provide clinical support to participants. In addition, parents/caregivers of children will be provided with 3 ABA parent training lessons.

Swimming activities will support the development of positive social behavior, turn-taking, communication, and self-esteem.

Sundays | 9 – 10 am (October to March)

Eligibility Criteria:

Children ages 5 – 17 years old
Diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder and have completed the OPWDD Front Door approval process

Each family participating and consistently attending can participate for up to 3 years. Availability is limited.

Please note, an Intake/Family Support meeting is a required enrollment step to confirm eligibility for this service.

For more information about Swim ‘n’ Skills, email disabilityservices@thehes.org or call (718) 241-3000 ext. 133 or (718) 241-3000 ext. 143.

The H.E.S. Learn To Swim program is Canarsie’s largest provider of year-round swimming lessons for students of all ages and skill levels. Classes are held in our heated Olympic-sized pool.

Our experienced American Red Cross certified instructors are dedicated to teaching all students to be safe and proficient in the water. All students are arranged by age and skill level and placed into small groups to maximize individual, one-on-one attention.

Ages: 2 and up, including Adults
Program Levels:

Parent & Me, Preschool, and Levels 1-6 classes. For more information about levels and to determine what is the appropriate class for your child, click here.

Learn to Swim classes take place during four seasons throughout the year. Spring is a mini 5 week season and the rest are 10 week seasons.

5 Week Spring Season

Starts Week of May 15.

Fees:

Member: 5 Classes for $100
Non-Member: 5 Classes for $125

10 Week Regular Season

Summer Starts end of June.

Fees:

Member: 10 Classes for $200
Non-Member: 10 Classes for $250

For more Aquatics information by phone, call (718) 241-3000 ext. 137 or email aquatics@thehes.org.

Need assistance becoming a member or registering? Check out our Registration Assistance page or contact HES Registration by calling (718) 241-3000 ext. 131.

Register for Swim Class

Parent & Me, Preschool, Levels 1-6 Swim classes.

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Swim Class Schedule

Find the right class level, age and swim class times that work for your schedule.

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Not A Member Yet?

Members have free access to the pool all year round, member pricing for swim classes and unlimited access to the Gym and fitness classes.

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PRIVATE AND SMALL GROUP LESSONS

The H.E.S. Swim School offers one to one and small group instruction for all ages and levels. Learn swim basics or refine your technique with one of our certified instructors. Drowning prevention and water safety are essential elements of our private lessons curriculum, with elements of water safety knowledge and skills integrated into every level. The H.E.S. Swim School‘s professional Water Safety Instructors are highly motivated to work with you on your specific needs at any level in your journey to become a proficient swimmer.