Harvard University Recreation

• Our private swim lesson program is currently full. To be added to our mailing list and be informed when new spots open up, subscribe here! We will only be taking 10 inquiries at time. Once these are fulfilled, more spots will open up!
• Our instructors will look at all the inquiries and reach out to you directly. Please allow some time for instructors to reach out regarding your inquiries. 
• At this time, we are only offering swim lessons to those eligible for a Recreation Membership.
• For buddy lessons (2-3 people), everyone participating should fill out their own inquiry form and include the names of all participants in the group.
• Youth lessons are only available to those 6 and up.
• When signing up for a multiple lesson package, please be aware that refunds are only given under extenuating circumstances. Work with your instructor and give a detailed availability to ensure you get your money’s worth.
• Do not pay for swim lessons until you have been contacted by an instructor. Purchasing swim lessons without approval will result in your swim lesson request being pushed to the bottom of the list.
• If you have any questions regarding swim lessons, please contact the Aquatics Coordinator (MaryGrace Plasko murbani@fas.harvard.edu). 
   

Adult Swim Lessons (Age 16+) & Youth Swim Lessons (Age 6-16)

Private Lessons (one-on-one with instructor)

$50/lesson

Buddy Lessons (2-3 people)

$45/lesson/person

If you are already in contact with an instructor, you can purchase lesson packages here!

Who can take swim lessons with Harvard Recreation?

• Anyone eligible to purchase a Harvard Recreation Membership can take swim lessons. This includes students, faculty/staff, affiliates, alumni, and some community members. 
  • Find out if you are eligible for membership.
• Once you have scheduled swim lessons with an instructor, you will need to have an active membership.

How do I sign up for swim lessons?

• Fill out the Swim Lesson Inquiry Form: https://forms.gle/Bq9oYAtSspkw6yeP9 
• Our instructors will look at the inquiries and contact you directly.

What age groups are served?

• Our program is offered to those age 6 and up! Our pools at a competition temperature of around 79-81°F and the American Red Cross suggests the temperature for swim lessons be at least 89.6°F for those under age 6, in order to prevent hypothermia.

How do I pay for swim lessons?

• Once an instructor contacts you, they will discuss your goals, and determine the best type of lesson for you.
• After coordinating with your instructor, decide which package is right for you, then pay online via a link given to you by your instructor.

Can I specify an instructor?

• If we have an instructor on staff that you know you would like to work with, please put their name in the final box on the inquiry form regarding availability.

What facilities will be available?

• Blodgett and MAC Pools will be used for swim lessons. Depending on staff and availability, the pool hours may fluctuate. Lessons will be held during the recreational pool hours. Stay up-to-date on our facility hours here.

What is the temperature of your pool?

• We keep our pools at a competition temperature of around 79-81°F. The American Red Cross suggests the temperature for swim lessons be at least 89.6°F for those under age 6 and 84.2°F for those aged 15 and older, in order to prevent hypothermia. Before signing up for swim lessons, especially youth lessons, it is recommended that you come in and test the water at our facilities during recreational swim hours.