Swim Lessons
The park district’s swim program begins with parent tot classes for children ages 3 to 5. We also offer beginner to advanced-level swim lessons for children ages 6 and up. It is never too late to learn how to swim or improve skills. Level 1 and 2 swim lessons and a master swimming class for adults are offered.
Scuba/Lifeguard Classes
Experience the thrill of diving while learning the basic concepts and scuba skills from a Professional Association of Diving (PADI) professional. Or sign up for the one-night Discover Scuba course. The park district also offers an Open Water Scuba Certification course. Interested in a rewarding part-time job as a lifeguard? Take the Lifeguard Certification course and earn the certification necessary for employment at any Ellis & Associate facility, including the Fox Valley Park District. The district offers the certification course, a certification course for adults age 55 and up, and a lifeguard license renewal course.
Water Exercise Classes
Looking for a new workout? Try water exercise. It’s a fun, low-impact, yet very effective workout appropriate for all fitness levels. The Vaughan Aquatic Center offers classes in both the warm water therapy pool as well as the lap pool. Classes include arthritis aquatics, adult aquatics, ai chi and aqua aerobics. Guests may also work out by water walking using equipment such as water dumbbells and noodles during any open swim time. Water exercise classes take place in the shallow end of the pools and do not require any swimming ability.
