FREE Programs at Swimming Beaches
FREE Beach Swimming Lessons
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FREE Beach Swim Lessons (age 6-16)
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<p>Swim lessons are offered for free at all lifeguarded beaches for ages 6-16. Sign ups will be accepted via email from Monday, June 2 to Friday, June 20, 2025.</p>
<p>Beginning June 21, 2025, you can sign up in person at the beach anytime during regular operating hours. Midday and evening sessions are listed below. Please limit to one session per child. Drop-ins are allowed if space is available.</p>
<p>Lessons are weather dependent and may be cancelled for poor weather, or very hot weather when more lifeguard staff are needed for surveillance duty.</p>
<p>Midday sessions: Monday-Friday, 12:15-12:45pm</p>
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<li>Session 1 - June 30 - July 11, 2025 (No class on 7/4)</li>
<li>Session 2 - July 14 - July 25, 2025</li>
<li>Session 3 - July 28 - August 8, 2025</li>
<li>Session 4 - August 11 - August 22, 2025</li>
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<p>Evening sessions: Tuesday or Thursday, 5:30-6pm</p>
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<li>Tuesday Session - July 1 - August 19, 2025</li>
<li>Thursday Session - July 10 - August 21, 2025</li>
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<p>To sign up, please email<span> </span><a href="mailto:parksaquatics@seattle.gov" target="_blank" title="parksaquatics@seattle.gov" rel="noopener">parksaquatics@seattle.gov</a>, and include the following information:</p>
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<li>Child's Name</li>
<li>Child's Age</li>
<li>Parent's Name</li>
<li>Parent's Phone Number</li>
<li>Preferred sessions/locations</li>
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<p>Children receiving<span> </span><a href="/parks/pools/swim-seattle" title="Swim Seattle">free swim lessons from Swim Seattle</a><span> </span>at swimming pools may <span style="text-decoration: underline;">also</span> participate in beach swim lessons in addition to their lessons at the pool!</p>
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FREE Lifeguard Training Team (LTT)
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<p><img src="images/Departments/ParksAndRecreation/Swimming/LifeguardTrainingTeam.jpg" alt="Lifeguards in training, lined up on a pier" title="images/Departments/ParksAndRecreation/Swimming/LifeguardTrainingTeam.jpg" width="800" height="429" class="blockImg" /></p>
<p>The Lifeguard Training Team is a <strong>FREE </strong>summer program designed to train and certify Seattle's youth in lifesaving skills. The eight week program for youth ages <strong>15-18</strong> will train participants to be lifeguards and build other important job skills. Seattle Parks and Recreation provides training, books, uniforms, and basic materials at no charge. The Lifeguard Training Team includes a full American Red Cross lifeguard training course, and much more! Participants get the opportunity to test for certification at the end of the program.<br /><br />The Lifeguard Training Team is a tremendous opportunity for you to learn and grow, to build lasting friendships, and to acquire skills you'll use for the rest of your life. You don't have to be an Olympic athlete or world class swimmer to join. We just ask that you try your hardest, participate every day, and be part of the team. The instructors' provide a safe, well supervised and encouraging environment. The safety of the participants is our #1 priority.</p>
<h3>2026 LTT Program Information</h3>
<p>June 29 - August 20, Monday - Thursday, 1pm - 5pm</p>
<p>South location: Pritchard Beach, 8400 55th Ave S, 98118</p>
<p>North location: West Green Lake Beach 7312 W Green Lake Dr N, 98103</p>
<h3>Participant Swimming Skills Pre-Test</h3>
<p>Each participant must attend a swimming skills pre-tests before the first class. The pre-test is a prerequisite for the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Course. It is also your chance to meet the instructors and ask questions about the program. Please bring a swimsuit and towel and be prepared to swim. Pre-tests will take place at indoor pools in June, and take about 1 hour. Specific date and location options will be provided when applications are accepted.</p>
<p><a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=RR7meOtrCUCPmTWdi1T0G_X1kIYNvm9AinyqLpWJsfRUME03UUJHSVNYN01KVUhJVkJHQVI5QVc1VS4u">Click here to apply for this summer teen program!</a></p>
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