Swimming

Swimming offers A LIFETIME
of fun and physical fitness!

Swimming is one of the greatest lifetime skills that you can develop. It can save your life or a friends! Bolingbrook Park District is committed to programs that will help you become a stronger swimmer and foster a lifetime of joy through the sport of swimming.

Pelican Harbor Indoor Aquatic Park offers numerous swimming opportunities for all levels of swimmers. Our swim classes are part of Parkie’s Swim School. The school offers classes for kids as young as 3 months on up to adults. Anyone can learn to swim, no matter what age they are. The format of classes vary from group lessons to semi-private and private lessons.

Lap swim times are available for those looking for the physical benefits of swimming.  It is also a perfect opportunity for new swimmers to practice their skills. Our Swim Team offers one more opportunity to enhance those skills with more instruction.

Water aerobic classes are offered for those looking for a different way to get a great cardio workout in that is gentle on their joints. Pelican Harbor truly offers something for every swimmer!

Explore Programs for Swimming

250101 / Parkies Babies-Session 1

Babies swim lessons are designed for students between the ages of 3 months and 2 years old. Classes will work through a level-based curriculum with foundations in child development theories in large groups. For safety and comfort, every participant must be accompanied by one caregiver at least 18 years old and every non-potty trained participant must wear a swim diaper and lined swimsuit.

250101 C02 / Indoor Parkie’s Large Group Babies Swim Lessons

05/31/2025 - 07/19/2025
9:35 am - 10:05 am
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 77.00/$ 91.00
Register

250102 / Parkies Babies-Session 2

Babies swim lessons are designed for students between the ages of 3 months and 2 years old. Classes will work through a level-based curriculum with foundations in child development theories in large groups. For safety and comfort, every participant must be accompanied by one caregiver at least 18 years old and every non-potty trained participant must wear a swim diaper and lined swimsuit.

250102 C50 / Parkie’s Large Group Babies Swim Lessons

07/01/2025 - 07/24/2025
4:35 pm - 5:05 pm
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 88.00/$ 104.00
Register

250111 / Parkies Group Swim Lessons-Session 1

Formerly Swim School and Stroke School. Group swim lessons are an excellent place for swimmers between the ages of 3 and 14 to learn and grow, from floating to the stroke techniques. In these classes, students will be in class with other students of the same or similar skill level. All instructors are certified through Starfish Aquatics Institute. Please Note: In the event of inclement weather, cancellations will be communicated via email. Participants will be credited back for classes cancelled due to inclement weather, classes will not be rescheduled.

250111 C32 / Outdoor- Parkie’s Group Swim Lessons

05/31/2025 - 07/19/2025
9:30 am - 10:10 am
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 126.00/$ 154.00
Register

250112 / Parkies Group Swim Lessons-Session 2

Formerly Swim School and Stroke School. Group swim lessons are an excellent place for swimmers between the ages of 3 and 14 to learn and grow, from floating to the stroke techniques. In these classes, students will be in class with other students of the same or similar skill level. All instructors are certified through Starfish Aquatics Institute. Please Note: In the event of inclement weather, cancellations will be communicated via email. Participants will be credited back for classes cancelled due to inclement weather, classes will not be rescheduled.

250112 C34 / Outdoor- Parkie’s Group Swim Lessons

06/30/2025 - 07/23/2025
8:30 am - 9:10 am
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 144.00/$ 176.00
Register

250131 / Semi-Private Lessons-Session 1

2:1 student to instructor ratio
Semi-private lessons are ideal for students seeking more individualized attention, offering a more personalized and focused learning environment. Students will be in class with another student of similar skill level. All instructors are certified through Starfish Aquatics Institute.

250131 C01 / Indoor- Parkies Semi-Private Swim Lessons

05/31/2025 - 07/19/2025
8:00 am - 8:30 am
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 196.00/$ 231.00
Register

250132 / Semi-Private Lessons-Session 2

2:1 student to instructor ratio
Semi-private lessons are ideal for students seeking more individualized attention, offering a more personalized and focused learning environment. Students will be in class with another student of similar skill level. All instructors are certified through Starfish Aquatics Institute.

250132 C08 / Indoor- Parkies Semi-Private Swim Lessons

06/30/2025 - 07/23/2025
11:05 am - 11:35 am
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 224.00/$ 264.00
Register

250141 / Level Adult Swim Lessons

It is never too late to learn to swim!
Beginner classes are designed for participants with minimal to no formal swimming experience, or who may be working to overcome a fear of the water. Classes will focus on building up your confidence and comfort in the water while practicing water safety skills. These skills include air exchange/breathing, floating, treading, and the foundations of the strokes.
Intermediate classes are designed for participants who are comfortable in the water and have experience with the foundational swimming skills (air exchange, floating, kicking, streamline). Classes will focus on the strokes, improving your technique and endurance.

250141 C01 / Indoor- Beginner Adult Swim Lessons

05/31/2025 - 07/19/2025
7:45 am - 8:30 am
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 154.00/$ 175.00
Register

250151 / Diving

Beginner diving students learn the basics of standing, front, and back dives off the springboard. Intermediate students are those that have shown mastery in the Beginner Diving class, or show aptitude in all standing, front, and back dives. Intermediate students learn the tuck dive, pike dive, and improve on dives from the beginner level. All diving students must be able to swim and tread water at an advanced level.

250151 C02 / Diving-Beginner

05/31/2025 - 07/19/2025
9:30 am - 10:10 am
Ages
6-14
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 126.00/$ 154.00
Register

250161 / Parkie's Private Swim Lessons

1:1 student to instructor ratio
Private swim lessons provide the ultimate, personalized, swim lesson experience. Lessons will be individualized to the goals of the participant, and build a strong foundation in water safety and swimming skills. Whether you’re starting your swim journey, or looking to refine advanced techniques, our private lessons will empower participants to meet their own personal swimming goals, while building a strong foundation of water safety skills. All instructors are certified through Starfish Aquatics Institute.

250161 C01 / Indoor- Parkies Private Swim Lessons

05/31/2025 - 07/19/2025
8:00 am - 8:30 am
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 273.00/$ 301.00
Register

251953 / Instructor's Choice-05/30/2025@ 8:00am

Come out and enjoy a total body workout on Friday morning before your weekend begins, you never know what equipment we might be using.

251953 / Instructor’s Choice-05/30/2025@ 8:00am

05/30/2025 - 05/30/2025
8:00 am - 8:45 am
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 9.00
Register

251953 / Outdoor Instructor's Choice-06/06/2025@ 7:15am

Come out and enjoy a total body workout on Friday morning before your weekend begins, you never know what equipment we might be using.

251953 / Outdoor Instructor’s Choice-06/06/2025@ 7:15am

06/06/2025 - 06/06/2025
7:15 am - 8:15 am
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 9.00
Register

251953 / Outdoor Instructor's Choice-06/13/2025@ 7:15am

Come out and enjoy a total body workout on Friday morning before your weekend begins, you never know what equipment we might be using.

251953 / Outdoor Instructor’s Choice-06/13/2025@ 7:15am

06/13/2025 - 06/13/2025
7:15 am - 8:15 am
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 9.00
Register

251953 / Outdoor Instructor's Choice-06/20/2025@ 7:15am

Come out and enjoy a total body workout on Friday morning before your weekend begins, you never know what equipment we might be using.

251953 / Outdoor Instructor’s Choice-06/20/2025@ 7:15am

06/20/2025 - 06/20/2025
7:15 am - 8:15 am
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 9.00
Register

251953 / Outdoor Instructor's Choice-06/27/2025@ 7:15am

Come out and enjoy a total body workout on Friday morning before your weekend begins, you never know what equipment we might be using.

251953 / Outdoor Instructor’s Choice-06/27/2025@ 7:15am

06/27/2025 - 06/27/2025
7:15 am - 8:15 am
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 9.00
Register

251954 / Aqua Fit, Flex, & Jog-05/28/2025@ 7:30pm

This workout keeps you moving and gives you a total body workout. You will rotate through 4-5 high intensity circuit exercises that build muscle and keep your heart rate elevated for optimal calorie burning.

251954 / Aqua Fit, Flex, & Jog-05/28/2025@ 7:30pm

05/28/2025 - 05/28/2025
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 9.00
Register

251954 / Outdoor Weightless Aqua-06/02/2025@ 8:00am

This class will take place in the diving well with floatation belts to allow a great full body workout without any impact on the knees, hips or ankles. Barbells and noodles will also be used to strengthen and tone arms, legs, your core and much more. This is an advanced class. Participant must be comfortable on deep water/deep well!

251954 / Outdoor Weightless Aqua-06/02/2025@ 8:00am

06/02/2025 - 06/02/2025
8:00 am - 9:00 am
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 9.00
Register

251954 / Outdoor Weightless Aqua-06/04/2025@ 8:00am

This class will take place in the diving well with floatation belts to allow a great full body workout without any impact on the knees, hips or ankles. Barbells and noodles will also be used to strengthen and tone arms, legs, your core and much more. This is an advanced class. Participant must be comfortable on deep water/deep well!

251954 / Outdoor Weightless Aqua-06/04/2025@ 8:00am

06/04/2025 - 06/04/2025
8:00 am - 9:00 am
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 9.00
Register

251954 / Outdoor Weightless Aqua-06/06/2025@ 8:00am

This class will take place in the diving well with floatation belts to allow a great full body workout without any impact on the knees, hips or ankles. Barbells and noodles will also be used to strengthen and tone arms, legs, your core and much more. This is an advanced class. Participant must be comfortable on deep water/deep well!

251954 / Outdoor Weightless Aqua-06/06/2025@ 8:00am

06/06/2025 - 06/06/2025
8:00 am - 9:00 am
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 9.00
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