Aquatics

Beach/Ocean

Ocean Safety Awareness

Ocean Safety Awareness Classes are scheduled upon request at your location or  the Ocean Rescue Headquarters. The class covers ocean safety information about rip currents, man-o-war jellyfish, lightning / severe weather, marine life, and  other beach related topics.

For more information or to make arrangements, please contact Jane Foster at the Ocean Rescue Headquarters at (561) 243-7352.

Junior Lifeguard Program, Ocean Rescue

Ages:	11-17 years
Dates:	Summer I:  June 14th - June 25th Summer II:  July 6th - 9th
Days/Time:	Summer I: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. Summer II: Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri.
Cost:	Summer I: $85 Resident; $90 non-resident Summer II: $45  Resident; $50 non-resident Both Sessions:  $120 Resident; $130 non-resident
Location:	Anchor Park, 340 S. Ocean Blvd.
Contact:	(561) 243-7352

Participants must pass swim test in pool to qualify for program. Class size is limited.

Pompey Park Pool

Swim Bucks (Group Swim Lessons Only)

Now it's a lot easier to learn how to swim. The Drowning Prevention Coalition of Palm Beach County has partnered with the City of Delray Beach to provide "Swim Bucks" certificates to those who need financial assistance. Participants must meet certain qualifications. For more information, call (561) 616-7068

A's & B's Swim for Free

Children ages 6-17 years old who have achieved the highest marking in school will receive an Annual Pool Pass, free of charge, by presenting their report card to Pool Staff or the Delray Beach Community Center located at 50 NW 1st Ave. Pool pass photos will be taken at the time of registration.

Water Safety for Everyone

Children will learn how to recognize and prevent dangerous situations and learn water safety skills that will help them in most aquatic emergency's. This program is for schools as an educational field trip, daycares, group presentations and general public for all ages. This program is held at Pompey Park Pool, 1101 NW 2nd Street and Delray Swim & Tennis Club, 2350 Jaeger Drive. Call (561) 243-7358 for more information.

Annual Pool Passes are available

Download the application for more information.

US Swim Team and US Masters Team

Pompey swim team members are registered with Florida Gold Coast Swimming and their competition swim times are recorded at a national level.  Swim team members are eligible to compete in local and national swim meets including Junior Olympics and Olympic competitions. Swim team members unable to attend practice at 3:30 pm, the start time will be adjusted to accommodate school ending times. 

Certified Lifeguard Training

Ages:	15 years old and up
Dates:	Register at West Palm American Red Cross
Time:	9:00 am - 4:00 pm (with one hour lunch, please bring lunch)
Cost:	$150.00 American Red Cross Registration Fee $40.00 Pool Fee
Location:	Pompey Park Pool, 1101 NW 2nd Street
Contact:	Nina Salomon, (561) 243-7358, salomon@ci.delray-beach.fl.us West Palm American Red Cross (561) 833-7711

The course content and activities prepare participant to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and prevent drowning and injuries. Certifications include: Lifeguard Training, adult/Child/Infant CPR, Standard First Aid, Automated External Defibrillator and Oxygen Administration. American Red Cross certifications will be issued upon passing and completing the course and are recognized nationwide. Maximum Class Capacity: 10 Participants

Water Baseball

Enjoy one of America's favorite past times...in the water!  Hit a home run and swim to home base.  

Inner Tube Water Polo

We combined water polo with inner tubes to create....Inner Tube Water Polo!  This is a fun way to build on team spirit while getting a great physical work out.   

50 Mile Swim Club

Lap swim and water walkers. Once participants complete 50 miles, their name will receive an award and t-shirt.

Individual Instructional Swim Lessons

Learn how to swim one-on-one with swim instructors. All of the instructors are certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors and will provide quality swim lessons for all swim students. All swim lessons follow the American Red Cross Learn to Swim Program.  Each session consists of (4) 30 min classes.

Group Instructional Swim Lessons

Learn how to swim in a group setting. All of the instructors are certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors and will provide quality swim lessons for all swim students. All swim lessons follow the American Red Cross Learn to Swim Program. 

 

Parent & Child Aquatics

Parents and children participate in several guided practice sessions that help children learn elementary skills, including water entry, bubble blowing, front kicking, back floating, underwater exploration and more. Once children can perform basic skills without parental assistance, they may begin Learn-to-Swim courses.
 

Water Walking, Shallow Water Exercise, Deep Water Exercise

Ages:	all ages
Days:	Please call for seasonal classes
Cost:	Admission to the pool $1.00 - $2.00 per person
Location:	Pompey Park Pool, 1101 NW 2nd Street
Contact:	Nina Salomon, (561) 243-7358, salomon@ci.delray-beach.fl.us

Participants will strengthen and build muscles with low impact and high water resistance!

Delray Swim & Tennis Club

Swim Bucks (Group Swim Lessons Only)

Now it's a lot easier to learn how to swim. The Drowning Prevention Coalition of Palm Beach County has partnered with the City of Delray Beach to provide "Swim Bucks" certificates to those who need financial assistance. Participants must meet certain qualifications. For more information, call (561) 616-7068

A's & B's Swim for Free

Children ages 6-17 years old who have achieved the highest marking in school will receive an Annual Pool Pass, free of charge, by presenting their report card to Pool Staff or the Delray Beach Community Center located at 50 NW 1st Ave. Pool pass photos will be taken at the time of registration.

Water Safety for Everyone

Children will learn how to recognize and prevent dangerous situations and learn water safety skills that will help them in most aquatic emergency's. This program is for schools as an educational field trip, daycares, group presentations and general public for all ages. This program is held at Pompey Park Pool, 1101 NW 2nd Street and Delray Swim & Tennis Club, 2350 Jaeger Drive. Call (561) 243-7358 for more information.

Annual Pool Passes are available

Download the application for more information.

Certified Lifeguard Training

The course content and activities prepare participant to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and prevent drowning and injuries. Certifications include: Lifeguard Training, adult/Child/Infant CPR, Standard First Aid, Automated External Defibrillator and Oxygen Administration. American Red Cross certifications will be issued upon passing and completing the course and are recognized nationwide. Maximum Class Capacity: 10 Participants

50 Hour Work-out

Anyone attending the Water Exercise Class or exercising on their own can keep track of the hours working out at the Delray Swim & Tennis Club. When completing a "50 Hour Work-Out," participants will receive an award with their name on it and their name placed on a plaque in the Aquatic's Office.

Individual Instructional Swim Lessons

Learn how to swim one-on-one with swim instructors. All of the instructors are certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors and will provide quality swim lessons for all swim students. All swim lessons follow the American Red Cross Learn to Swim Program.  Each session consists of (4) 30 min classes.

 

Group Instructional Swim Lessons

Learn how to swim in a group setting. All of the instructors are certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors and will provide quality swim lessons for all swim students. All swim lessons follow the American Red Cross Learn to Swim Program. 

Parent & Child Aquatics

Parents and children participate in several guided practice sessions that help children learn elementary skills, including water entry, bubble blowing, front kicking, back floating, underwater exploration and more. Once children can perform basic skills without parental assistance, they may begin Learn-to-Swim courses.