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Pioneer Splash Academy

Learn. Splash. Grow.

Welcome to Pioneer Splash Academy, your destination for high-quality swim instruction through PUC’s Community Recreation Department. Whether you're introducing your baby to the water for the first time or have a child ready to build confidence in the pool, our certified instructors are here to help every swimmer feel safe, strong, and empowered in the water.

Caring Instructors

Certified, Caring Instructors

Our team is Red Cross-certified and trained to teach all ages with patience and positivity.

Progressive Swim Levels

Progressive Skill Levels

From water acclimation to stroke refinement, our lessons are designed to meet each swimmer at their level.

Kid Friendly

Kid-friendly

We offer lessons for toddlers (starting at 6 months) and kids.

Small class sizes

Small Class Sizes

Personalized attention ensures better learning and a more supportive experience.

Summer Session Schedule

1st session: July 6-9; 13-16

  • Bubble Ducklings
    9:30 - 10:00 a.m.
  • Jumping Frogs
    9:30 - 10:00 a.m.
  • Bubble Ducklings
    10:10 - 10:40 a.m.
  • Jumping Frogs
    10:10 - 10:40 p.m.
  • Kicking Dolphins
    10:50 - 11:20 a.m.

2nd session: July 27-30; August 3-6 (Tentative; please register if you prefer these dates so that we can gauge interest and plan accordingly)

  • Bubble Ducklings
    9:30 - 10:00 a.m.
  • Jumping Frogs
    10:10 - 10:40 a.m.
  • As needed/TBA
    10:50 - 11:20 a.m.

Session Rates

  • General: $315
  • PUC Employees: $215

Parent Contract

This Parent Contract outlines the terms and expectations for families participating in group swim lessons at Pioneer Splash Academy.

Complete Contract

Registration

Please complete one form per student. All information is confidential and used solely for enrollment and safety purposes.

Registration & Payment

Swim Session Levels

The Pioneer Splash Academy follows the structured program developed by the American Red Cross, which is divided into six levels.

Level 1 (Bubble Ducklings): Introduction to Water Skills

  • Helps students feel comfortable in the water.
  • Skills: Enter/exit water safely, blow bubbles, submerge mouth/nose/eyes, float with support, basic arm and leg movements.

Level 2 (Jumping Frogs): Fundamental Aquatic Skills

  • Builds on Level 1 and introduces basic self-help and safety skills.
  • Skills: Submerge completely, float without support, rhythmic breathing, front/back glide, combined arm and leg actions.

Level 3 (Kicking Dolphins): Stroke Development

  • Develops front crawl and introduces elementary backstroke.
  • Skills: Rotary breathing, front crawl for 15 yards, survival float, treading water, basic diving from sitting/kneeling.

Level 4 (Speedy Turtles): Stroke Improvement

  • Improves skills and builds endurance.
  • Skills: Swim 25 yards front crawl and elementary backstroke, introduce breaststroke, back crawl, sidestroke, turns.

Level 5 (Gliding Whales): Stroke Refinement

  • Refines strokes and increases distances.
  • Skills: Coordination and endurance for front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke, butterfly; flip turns.

Level 6 (Shark Champs)

  • Advanced skills

Download the learn to swim brochure from the American Red Cross.

Need More Info?

We’re here to help you find the perfect fit. Contact us with questions about levels, scheduling, or special accommodations.

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