Make a splash and join swimming lessons at Cascade Athletic Clubs! Our Vancouver location has Group Swim Lessons offered in both Weekday and Weekend formats. Our Group Swim Lessons are available to Members only. Private Swim Lessons are available to Members only and are taught by our most experienced instructors.
FALL 2026 LESSON SCHEDULE
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
SESSION DATES
MON/WED & TUE/THURS
SESSION 1:
September 7 – October 1
SESSION 2:
October 5 – October 29
SESSION 3:
November 2 – November 25
SESSION 4:
November 30 – December 23
SATURDAY
SESSION 1:
September 5 – October 24
SESSION 2:
October 31 – December 19
CLASS TIMES
MON/WED
- 4PM * Parent/Tot (Starfish)
- 4:35PM * Level 1 (Goldfish)
- 5:10PM * Level 2 (Crab)
- 5:45PM * Level 3 Advanced (Penguin – must pass level 2 to enroll)
- 6:20PM * Level 3 Beginner (ages 6+)
TUE/THURS
- 4PM * Level 4 (Otter)
- 4:35PM *Level 5 (Seal)
- 5:10PM * Level 6 (Polar Bear)
- 5:45PM * Level 7 (Sea Lion)
- 6:20PM * Shark (1 hour class)
SATURDAY
- 9AM * Level 1 (Goldfish)
- 9:35AM *Level 2 (Crab)
- 10:10AM * Level 3 Beginner (Turtle ages 6+)
- 10:45AM * Level 3 Advanced (Penguin – must pass level 2 to enroll)
- 11:20AM * Level 4 (Otter)
- 11:55AM * Level 5 (Seal)
- 12:30PM *Level 6 (Polar Bear)
- 1:05PM * Level 7 (Sea Lion)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Classes are held at the Indoor Pool.
- No refunds or partial credits for missed classes.
- All weekday sessions are 4-weeks long.
- Saturday sessions are 8-weeks long.
- Classes are 30 mins.
- Sharks Swim Team is 1hr long.
- Cancellation Policy: In writing, at least 7 days prior to start.
- To ensure the best experience for your child, please read over our class descriptions carefully. Some of our classes are age based as well as skill based. If you are unsure of the level you need, we are happy to help!
Swimming Lessons at Cascade Athletic Clubs
We are thrilled to bring you a streamlined registration process which includes immediate class enrollment! Just click on the Link below to our Member Portal and you can log in and register directly! Need assistance? Please email Cyndi@CascadeAC.com
PROGRAMS AVAILABLE TO MEMBERS ONLY
A child must hold a current Kids Annual Membership to register.
Swimming Lesson Pricing
Levels 1-7
$85
Per Session + Tax
Shark
$135
Per Session + Tax
- We are thrilled to offer lessons to our Members!
- To secure Member Registration, a child must hold a current Kids Annual Membership.
- Cancellations must be submitted in writing to Sydney@CascadeAC.com at least 7 days prior to Session start date in order to receive a refund.
- We are unable to refund for missed lessons for any reason.
- $10 Cancellation Fee applies to all cancellations, no exceptions.
LEVELS
View the different levels below by age.
How to choose the right level for your child?
Choose the level proceeding the one your child can confidently do every skill. For example, if your 7 year old child can do everything in level 3 really well, but not everything in level 4; sign him/her up for level 4. If you are unsure if they are confident with every skill, sign your child up for the lower level. Swimming skills are layer-able. If a child can confidently execute skills, it will be easier for them to learn new ones.
Parent/Tots (STARFISH)
2 YEARS OLD & UNDER
- The goal of a Starfish session is to teach water comfort and safety to both babies and parents. Proper entry into the water, how to hold babies in front and back glides, bubbles and a cheerful environment are all essential part of each lesson. This is an interactive Parent/Tot class.
Level 1 (GOLDFISH)
3+ YEARS OLD
- Bubbles
- Put Face in Water
- Assisted Front Float
- Assisted Back Float
- Assisted Front Glide
- Assisted Back Glide
- Flutter Kick
- Assisted Front Glide w/ Kick
- Assisted Back Glide w/ Kick
- Intro to Front Crawl Arms
- Homework – Washing Face at Home
- Read and Explain Pool Rules
- Assisted Back Float with Life Jacket
Level 2 (CRAB)
3-5 YEARS OLD
- Bubbles
- Entire Head Under Water
- Assisted to Unassisted Front Float: 5 Seconds
- Assisted to Unassisted Back Float: 5 Seconds
- Assisted to Unassisted Front Glide: 5 Feet
- Assisted to Unassisted Back Glide: 5 Feet
- Assisted to Unassisted Front Glide w/ Kick: 5 Feet
- Assisted to Unassisted Back Glide w/ Kick: 5 Feet
- Assisted Front Crawl: 5 Feet
- Assisted Rollover
- Bobbing w/ Head Fully Submerged
- Jump Into Chest Deep Water
- Homework – Kicks w/ Pointed Toes
- Read and Explain Pool Rules
- Back Float in Life Jacket
Level 3 (TURTLE)
6+ YEARS OLD **Beginner
- Bubbles
- Entire Head Under Water
- Bobbing w/ Rhythmic Breathing
- Assisted to Unassisted Front Float: 10 Seconds
- Assisted to Unassisted Back Float: 10 Seconds
- Assisted to Unassisted Front Glide: 10 Feet
- Assisted to Unassisted Back Glide: 10 Feet
- Assisted to Unassisted Front Glide w/ Kicks: 10 Feet
- Assisted to Unassisted Back Glide w/ Kicks:10 Feet
- Intro to Front Crawl
- Assisted to Unassisted Rollover
- Assisted to Unassisted Jump Into Chest Deep Water
- Homework – Practice Big Arm Circles
- Safety Skill – Read and Explain Pool Rules
- Safety Skill – Reaching Assist w/ Noodle
Level 3 (PENGUIN)
3-5 YEARS OLD **Advanced
- For Advanced, the child must have passed Level 2
- Bubbles
- Entire Head Under Water
- Bobbing w/ Rhythmic Breathing
- Assisted to Unassisted Front Float: 10 Seconds
- Assisted to Unassisted Back Float: 10 Seconds
- Assisted to Unassisted Front Glide: 10 Feet
- Assisted to Unassisted Back Glide: 10 Feet
- Assisted to Unassisted Front Glide w/ Kicks: 10 Feet
- Assisted to Unassisted Back Glide w/ Kicks:10 Feet
- Intro to Front Crawl
- Assisted to Unassisted Rollover
- Assisted to Unassisted Jump Into Chest Deep Water
- Homework – Practice Big Arm Circles
- Safety Skill – Read and Explain Pool Rules
- Safety Skill – Reaching Assist w/ Noodle
Level 4 (OTTER)
6+ YEARS OLD
- Assisted to Unassisted Front Crawl w/o Breathing – 15 Feet
- Side Breathing on the Wall – 5 Breaths
- Introduction to Backstroke
- Elementary Backstroke Kick
- Bobbing to Safety – Deep to Shallow Water
- Underwater Exploration
- Jump Into Chest Deep Water
- Sitting Dives
- Homework – Practice Side Breathing
- Safety Topic – Diving Safety
- Safety Topic – Reaching Assist w/ Tube
- Safety Topic – Life Jacket Safety
Level 5 (SEAL)
6+ YEARS OLD
- Front Crawl w/ Side Breathing – 30 Feet
- Back Crawl w/ Bent Arm Pull – 15 Feet
- Elementary Backstroke – 15 Feet
- Breaststroke Kick w/ Kick Board – 15 feet
- Deep Water Adjustment – Comfortably Swim ½ Length in Lap Pool
- Dolphin Kick w/ Kick Board – 15 Feet
- Underwater Exploration – Deep Water
- Kneeling Dives
- Safety Topic – Diving Safety
- Safety Topic – Treading Water Options
- Safety Topic – Reaching Assist w/ Tube
Level 6 (POLAR BEAR)
6+ YEARS OLD
- Front Crawl w/Breathing – 1 Length of Lap Pool
- Backstroke w/Bent Arm Pull – 1 Length of Lap Pool
- Introduction to Breaststroke Arms
- Introduction to Butterfly Arms
- Open Turns
- Jump Into Deep Water and Level Off
- Feet First Surface Dive
- Safety Topic – Diving Safety
- Safety Topic – Treading Water: 30 Seconds
- Safety Topic – Throwing Assist w/ Ring Buoy
Level 7 (SEA LION)
6+ YEARS OLD
- Front Crawl w/Side Breathing – 2 Lengths of Lap Pool
- Backstroke – 2 Lengths of Lap Pool
- Breaststroke – 1 Length of Lap Pool
- Butterfly – ½ Length of Lap Pool
- Flip Turns
- Bobbing in Deep Water
- Compact Dives
- Safety Topic – Diving Safety
- Safety Topic – Treading Water: 1 Minute
- Safety Topic – Throwing Assist w/ Ring Buoy
SHARKS
6+ YEARS OLD
- A Cascade Swim Coach will lead swimmers ages 6 to 15 through a series of drills sure to improve your strokes, speed, and efficiency no matter your level!
- Participants must be capable of swimming at least 25 yards continuously.
- This is a Coach-led environment with drills, directions, and corrections. Swimmers will learn how to develop their skills by integrating Coach feedback.
- Join us for a great one hour workout that will be FUN and the perfect introduction to the world of competitive swimming.
PRIVATE LESSONS
*** Private lessons are ONLY available to our members ***
Private swim lessons are where you can get personalized instruction for more rapid learning. You can have up to 3 students to 1 instructor.
To register for private swim lessons, please fill out the form via the link below. We are currently on a waitlist and you will be contacted once a day and time come open. Any age is welcome to participate in private swim lessons. Please note: to be a member, the child needs to have a Kids Annual Membership on file.
