Swim Lessons

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HEParks’ swim lessons teach water safety and swimming skills through progressive, age-appropriate instruction. From parent-tot classes to advanced stroke development, certified instructors guide students through skill levels at their own pace. Small class sizes ensure individual attention in a safe, encouraging pool environment.

Swim Lesson Options

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Swim Parent Tot

This class, with an adult in-water, is designed to facilitate familiarity with the water and build comfort.

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Swim Tots

Young swimmers who are ready for lessons without their parent will learn basic skills.

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Swim Level 1

This level focuses on basic water safety and swimming skills for beginners.

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Swim Level 2

This level continues to teach basic water safety and swimming skills.

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Swim Level 3

This level progresses in the essential water safety and swimming skills.

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Swim Level 4

This level focuses on developing fundamental swimming skills, including underwater swimming and various stroke.

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Swim Level 5

This level focuses on building advanced swimming skills, including continuous swimming, flip turns and various strokes.

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Swim Level 6

This level involves a continuous 10-minute swim, followed by a 5-minute survival or back float, and 5 minutes of treading water.

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Adult Swim

It’s never too late to learn how to swim! This class is designed to teach adults the fundamentals of swimming and basic water safety.

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Summer Camps at HEParks are where campers experience hands-on adventures, build meaningful friendships, and pack their summer with nonstop fun – all in one unforgettable experience.

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youth & Adult Karate

Start Your Karate Journey

Train your body, focus your mind, and build real confidence with our Youth & Adult Karate classes. Join a community that challenges you, motivates you, and helps you grow on and off the mat. Start your karate journey today!

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Seascape Pass

Splash Into Summer

Make a splash at Seascape Family Aquatic Center. From slides to diving boards to tiny first-time swimmers, there’s fun for all ages – join now and get 20% off memberships. Your future summer self will thank you!

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Figure Skating

Glide Into Fun

Unleash your inner Olympian and skate toward your spotlight moment. From first skills to advanced jumps and spins, our lessons build strong technique in a supportive, confidence-boosting environment.

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