Enjoy time with your family and friends in our warm Dowling pool. The class is designed for infants and children up to 9 years old and their caregivers. Swim diapers must be worn if appropriate. Pre-registration is required. No Drop-Ins. Registrations will be accepted up until the start of class and as long as there is availability. Once registered, no refunds. Cost is per date listed and PER FAMILY.

Release the stressors of daily life with a soothing floating sound bath. Sound therapy is a helpful tool for calming the nervous system, managing chronic stress and mood imbalances, promoting healthy sleep, and so much more. This experience takes it to the next level - the weightlessness of peacefully drifting on a luxurious air mattress, while taking in the tranquil vibrations of a sound bath, featuring ethereal crystal singing bowls, gentle gong, rain chimes, and more. No Discounts Applicable ***Note: May location has changed from what is stated in brochure.**

Learn basic water skills, floating and front crawl. This class is for people who are not yet comfortable in the water.

Pre-registration is required. No Drop-Ins. Please register for only one time slot for each date listed. Registrations will be accepted up to the start of class; depending on availability. No discounts. Once registered, no refunds. Cost is per date listed and per person. (Up to 3 per lane)

Practice jumping into deep water, rotary breathing, treading in deep water for one minute and swimming front crawl and elementary backstroke for 15 yards.

**If the class is full, please place yourself on the waitlist.** This course will provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies; and provide professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) professionals take over. Successful completion will award an American Red Cross certificate: Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid that is valid for 2 years. This course requires completion of online modules (about 7 hours) that must be completed before the first day of class. Look for the link to access the online modules in the confirmation email upon registering. All class sessions must be attended in order to receive certification. To participate in the Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) Recertification course, participants must: * Hold a current certification, or expired by no more than 30 days, in American Red Cross Lifeguarding that included training in deep water 7 feet or deeper. Prerequisite 1: Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest: • Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 150 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed) • Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs • Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both Prerequisite 2: Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds: Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. (The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed). • Submerge to a depth of 7 - 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. • Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping the face out at or near the surface. • Exit the water without using a ladder or steps. ** Why multiply fees? Community Education is using a sliding scale fee which helps us improve accessibility for families, while responsibly working toward financial sustainability. Class fees have a range of four fees presented in which families can choose the fee that best fits their budget. ****

This course will provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies; and provide professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) professionals take over. Successful completion will award an American Red Cross certificate: Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid that is valid for 2 years. This course requires completion of online modules (about 7 hours) that must be completed before the first day of class. Look for the link to access the online modules in the confirmation email upon registering. All class sessions must be attended in order to receive certification. To participate in the Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) course, participants must: ▪ Be at least 15 years old on or before the final scheduled session of the Lifeguarding course. ▪ Successfully complete the two prerequisite swimming skills evaluations: Prerequisite 1: Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest: * Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 150 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed) * Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs * Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both Prerequisite 2: Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds: * Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. (The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed). * Submerge to a depth of 7 - 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. * Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping the face out at or near the surface. * Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

NOTE: Community Education is using a sliding scale fee which helps us improve accessibility for families, while responsibly working toward financial sustainability. Class fees have a range of four fees presented in which families can choose the fee that best fits their budget. This course will provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies; and provide professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) professionals take over. Successful completion will award an American Red Cross certificate: Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid that is valid for 2 years. This course requires completion of online modules (about 7 hours) that must be completed before the first day of class. Look for the link to access the online modules in the confirmation email upon registering. All class sessions must be attended in order to receive certification. To participate in the Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) course, participants must: ▪ Be at least 15 years old on or before the final scheduled session of the Lifeguarding course. ▪ Successfully complete the two prerequisite swimming skills evaluations: Prerequisite 1: Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest: * Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 150 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed) * Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs * Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both Prerequisite 2: Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds: * Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. (The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed). * Submerge to a depth of 7 - 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. * Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping the face out at or near the surface. * Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

Requirement: comfortable with repeated front crawl swims of 200 yards or longer. USMS registration is no longer required it is an option. You can join the Minnesota Masters Team if you are interested in competing in pool or lake races. Certified experienced coaches will work with participants who are looking for conditioning, stroke work, and varied training in a team setting, Coaches work with a broad range of backgrounds, interests, speeds, and ability levels, to give daily practices a mental and physical challenge. Participants are not required to compete, but participant interest does include preparation for racing in pool races, open water, and triathlons. Frequently Asked Questions about U.S. Master Swimmers Additional Questions: silvia.ihme@mpls.k12.mn.us Sliding Scale fee: This program is set up with a sliding scale fee which helps us improve accessibility for families, while responsibly working toward financial sustainability. Class fees have a range of four fees presented in which families can choose the fee that best fits their budget.

Learn support techniques for moving your child through the water. Learn water entry, bubble blowing, front kicking, back floating and underwater exploration. Bring your child’s favorite bath toy. Child must be potty trained. Fee covers both parent and child. One adult per child.