Expert Swimming Lessons at Cascade Athletic Club

VANCOUVER, WA

Learn to Swim at Cascade Athletic Clubs

Make a splash and join swimming lessons at Cascade Athletic Clubs. Our Vancouver location has lessons offered on both weekday and weekends. Take a look at the options we have.

Class Schedules

Class Levels

WINTER/SPRING LESSON SCHEDULE

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN

SESSION DATES

MON/WED & TUE/THURS

SESSION 1:
January 5 – January 29

SESSION 2:
February 2 – February 26

SESSION 3:
March 2 – March 26

SESSION 4:
March 30 – April 23

SESSION 5:
April 27 – May 21

SESSION 6:
May 25 – June 18

SATURDAY

SESSION 1:
January 3 – February 21

SESSION 2:
February 28 – April 18

SESSION 3:
April 25 – June 13

CLASS TIMES

MON/WED

4PM * Parent/Tot
4:35PM * Level 1
5:10PM * Level 2
5:45PM * Level 3 Beginner (ages 6+)
6:20PM * Level 3 Advanced (must pass level 2 to enroll)

TUE/THURS

4PM * Level 4
4:35PM *Level 5
5:10PM * Level 6
5:45PM * Level 7
6:20PM * Shark (1hr)

SATURDAY

9AM * Level 1
9:35AM *Level 2
10:10AM * Level 3 Beginner (ages 6+)
10:45AM * Level 3 Advanced (must pass level 2 to enroll)
11:20AM * Level 4
11:55AM * Level 5
12:30PM *Level 6
1:05PM * Level 7

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: No refunds given with cancellations of less than 7 days.
Winter/Spring swimming lessons are available to Members Only. 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!

SUMMER LESSON SCHEDULE

REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 1ST 2026

SESSION DATES

MON-THURS

SESSION 1:
June 22 – July 2

SESSION 2:
July 6 – July 16

SESSION 3:
July 20 – July 30

SESSION 4:
August 3 – August 13

SESSION 5:
August 17 – August 27 (PM Classes only)

LEVELS AND TIMES

MON-THURS

LEVEL 1 (Gold fish)
11:45AM, 4PM

LEVEL 2 (Crab)
11:10AM, 4:35PM

LEVEL 3 Beginner (Turtle)
10:35AM, 5:10PM

LEVEL 3 Advanced (Penguin)
10:35AM, 5:10PM

LEVEL 4 (Otter)
11:10AM, 4:35PM

LEVEL 5 (Seal)
11:45AM, 4PM

LEVEL 6 (Polar Bear)
10AM, 5:45PM

LEVEL 7 (Sea Lion)
10AM, 5:45PM

SHARKS
6:20PM

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Classes are held at the Indoor Pool.
No refunds or partial credits for missed classes.
All sessions are 2-weeks long, Monday-Thursday
Classes are 30 mins.
Sharks Swim Team is 1hr long.
Cancellation Policy: No refunds given with cancellations of less than 7 days.
Summer swimming lessons are available to Members Only. 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! No more waiting for confirmations or trying to remember which classes your child is in. Just click on the Link below to our new Portal and you can log in and register directly! Need some help getting the hang of it? Please email Cyndi@CascadeAC.com

PROGRAMS AVAILABLE TO MEMBERS ONLY

A child must hold a current Kids Annual Pass to register as a Member.

Click Here to Register

Swimming Lesson Pricing

Levels 1-7

$85

Per Session + Tax

Shark

$135

Per Session + Tax

No refunds or partial credits for missed classes-
7 day cancellation policy. No refunds given if canceled within 7 days-

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.

MEMBER REGISTRATION

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

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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

MEMBER REGISTRATION

Level 3 (TURTLE)

6+ YEARS OLD **Beginner

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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SHARKS

6+ YEARS OLD

A Cascade swim coach will lead swimmers 6 and older through a series of drills sure to improve your strokes, speed, and endurance. Participants must be able to swim at least one lap or 50 meters continuously. Come join us for a session of hour long classes designed to prepare participants to try out for a swim team.

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PRIVATE LESSONS

*** Private lessons are currently 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 children 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 an annual youth pass on file.

Request Form