200 Free Swim Lessons
The City of Longmont’s Recreation Services annually sponsors 200 free beginner swim lesson sessions for Longmont resident youth who do not know how to swim. The goal of this program is to provide more opportunities for youth to learn how to be safe and have fun in and around the water.
To Qualify:
- Be a child, 3 years of age or older, in need of beginner swim lessons
- Live within the city limits of Longmont
- Scheduling preference will go to children who haven’t had lessons with the City of Longmont before.
Applications Closed for 2025
Thank you to everyone who submitted applications for free swim lessons! We are thrilled to be able to offer this program and can’t wait to see you all in the pool!
Applicants will be notified by email by April 14 regarding their class enrollment. Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee a scholarship or registration in any class or activity. Registration for summer swim lessons will open to the public on Tuesday, April 15.
Please keep in mind:
- Swim lesson sessions are offered at the Longmont Recreation Center (310 Quail Rd.), the Centennial Swimming Pool (1201 Alpine St.) and the Sunset Pool (1900 Longs Peak Ave.- Summer Only). Morning, afternoon, and weekend options exist.
- All efforts will be made to keep siblings together in the same swim lesson session.
- Free swim lessons are issued on a funds-available basis. Funds are not transferable to any other swim lesson session or other family members.
Questions? Please reach out to swim@longmontcolorado.gov
