The City of Syracuse Department of Parks, Recreation & Youth Programs offers lessons taught by Red Cross certified instructors, year-round. Registration is offered in September, December, March, June and July.
If you already have an account, just sign in with your username and password. If you do not remember your password click 'Forgot password?' on the sign-in page.
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Swimming lessons are listed as individual activities under 'Programs' on our registration portal. Click on the program to see details. Lessons are offered in the fall, winter, spring, and summer.
Summer 2025 Swim Session Dates - 1/2 hour sessions:
Session I: June 30 - July 11 You will be scheduled for 30-minute lessons, between 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Session II: July 14 - July 25Registration for Session II will open on July 10 for city residents and July 11 for non-city residents.
Session II: July 28 -August 8Registration for Session III will open on July 24 for city residents and July 25 for non-city residents.
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Youth Lesson LevelsClass level requirements are a combination of both minimum age and swimming ability. Pre-testing is available during any open swim.
Adult Lesson Levels
Click the swimming program you'll be registering for and add it to your shopping cart and checkout. During the checkout, you will be asked to sign a waiver.
Please note classes are cancelled when the Syracuse City School District closes school or cancels after school activities.
For pool cancellations/closings:
Become a Lifeguard CPR Renewals Lifeguard Renewals
Swim in a City Pool Swim Lessons Water Exercise
What to know before you go