{"id":14,"date":"2026-05-29T08:02:07","date_gmt":"2026-05-29T12:02:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/recsports\/?page_id=14"},"modified":"2026-08-17T08:05:55","modified_gmt":"2026-08-17T12:05:55","slug":"aquatics","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/recsports\/aquatics\/","title":{"rendered":"Aquatics"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull utkwds-hero-full-width has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-light has-custom-content-position is-position-bottom-center utkwds-hero-full-width-image\" style=\"min-height:30vh;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2200\" height=\"750\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-626 size-full\" alt=\"Swim club students swim in the pool.\" src=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/recsports\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/07\/20240828_Wed_Evening_SB_004_2200x750.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/recsports\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/07\/20240828_Wed_Evening_SB_004_2200x750.jpg 2200w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/recsports\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/07\/20240828_Wed_Evening_SB_004_2200x750-300x102.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/recsports\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/07\/20240828_Wed_Evening_SB_004_2200x750-1024x349.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/recsports\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/07\/20240828_Wed_Evening_SB_004_2200x750-768x262.jpg 768w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/recsports\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/07\/20240828_Wed_Evening_SB_004_2200x750-1536x524.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/recsports\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/07\/20240828_Wed_Evening_SB_004_2200x750-2048x698.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2200px) 100vw, 2200px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull utkwds-orange-bar has-orange-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-390953e2 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group utkwds-hero-full-width-content has-smokey-color has-white-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-577681ce wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><h1 style=\"text-transform:uppercase\" class=\"wp-block-post-title\">Aquatics<\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you are looking to learn the basics of swimming,&nbsp;enjoy&nbsp;swimming laps, or interested in taking a lifeguard class,&nbsp;our Aquatics program&nbsp;offers opportunities for every swim level.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide utkwds-in-page-navigation is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-no-disc utkwds-in-page-navigation-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#swim\">Swim Lessons<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#cert\">Certification Courses<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#emp\">Employment<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#faq\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#quick\">Quick Links<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"swim\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Swim Lessons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We offer&nbsp;private,&nbsp;one-to-one instruction&nbsp;and instructor-led group lessons in a small&nbsp;setting for swimmers of all ages, skill&nbsp;levels,&nbsp;and goals.&nbsp;Students at UT can also take&nbsp;swim&nbsp;lessons to increase skills or&nbsp;establish&nbsp;basic water safety strategies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-utkwds-cta-link wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/recsports\/aquatics\/swim-lessons\/\">Learn more about swim lessons<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"cert\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Certification Courses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">RecSports&nbsp;offers full lifeguard&nbsp;and first-aid&nbsp;classes&nbsp;that teach essential skills&nbsp;for inside and outside of the pool. Become certified as a lifeguard, which allows for additional employment opportunities,&nbsp;or in&nbsp;first aid, becoming equipped to offer&nbsp;life-saving care to both pediatric and adult individuals in&nbsp;an emergency situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion\"><div data-accordion=\"true\" class=\"utk-wds-accordion-wrapper\" data-color-scheme=\"light\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h2 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>Become a Lifeguard&nbsp;<\/div><\/h2><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lifeguard certification&nbsp;is a&nbsp;25-30 hour&nbsp;commitment that includes online and hands-on training. At the conclusion, students are eligible to work in&nbsp;a&nbsp;number of&nbsp;Aquatics areas both at UT and in the community. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The&nbsp;initial&nbsp;lifeguard certification&nbsp;course&nbsp;costs $65 for&nbsp;RecSports&nbsp;employees;&nbsp;$200 for UT students&nbsp;and faculty and staff with an active&nbsp;RecSports&nbsp;membership; and $250 for the&nbsp;general public. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recertification courses, which are&nbsp;required&nbsp;every two years,&nbsp;are free for&nbsp;RecSports&nbsp;employees and $75 for&nbsp;anyone else.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-utkwds-cta-link wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/connect.recsports.utk.edu\/program?classificationId=bb354d86-a1c5-46d4-b3bb-b03a38543a53\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/connect.recsports.utk.edu\/program?classificationId=bb354d86-a1c5-46d4-b3bb-b03a38543a53\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Register for lifeguard classes<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h2 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>Register for&nbsp;a&nbsp;First-Aid&nbsp;and&nbsp;CPR&nbsp;Class&nbsp;<\/div><\/h2><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First-aid and CPR&nbsp;certification is a&nbsp;25-30 hour&nbsp;commitment that includes online and hands-on training.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-utkwds-cta-link wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/connect.recsports.utk.edu\/program?classificationId=bb354d86-a1c5-46d4-b3bb-b03a38543a53\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/connect.recsports.utk.edu\/program?classificationId=bb354d86-a1c5-46d4-b3bb-b03a38543a53\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Register for a first-aid and CPR class<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull utkwds-billboard has-light-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b8aeb31c wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-large);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-large);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-large);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-large)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-65f56a5c wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 id=\"emp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Employment&nbsp;<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column utkwds-billboard-divider has-orange-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:2px\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-8ff61abe wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking for a flexible part-time job while enrolled in classes? The Aquatics Program provides opportunities for students to&nbsp;become an aquatics water safety instructor, lifeguard, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-utkwds-cta-link wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/recsports\/about\/student-employment\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"56\">View aquatics student&nbsp;positions<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"faq\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion\"><div data-accordion=\"true\" class=\"utk-wds-accordion-wrapper\" data-color-scheme=\"light\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h2 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>What is the refund policy if I need to cancel my registration?<\/div><\/h2><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The refund request must be made at least&nbsp;one&nbsp;week prior to the start of the lesson you have signed up for. Anything past this date will be&nbsp;determined&nbsp;based on circumstance&nbsp;and&nbsp;need. We strongly encourage you to look at upcoming lesson availability and email us to see if we can transfer your registration to another&nbsp;lesson&nbsp;or class.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h2 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>Where do I park and how do I get to swim lessons?<\/div><\/h2><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To ensure you are viewing the most current information on parking on the UT Knoxville campus, please visit the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/parking.utk.edu\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/parking.utk.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Parking&nbsp;and Transportation&nbsp;website<\/a> where they list their options for&nbsp;Visitor Parking. Find additional information on our <a href=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/recsports\/about\/parking\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"790\">Visitor Parking page<\/a>. We will also send out detailed information on parking in&nbsp;the&nbsp;pre-course&nbsp;swim&nbsp;lesson email that we send out before the&nbsp;session begins.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Swim&nbsp;lessons will be&nbsp;located&nbsp;at the Student Aquatic Center in either the indoor or outdoor pool. The Student Aquatic Center is&nbsp;located&nbsp;at 2106 Andy Holt Ave, and it is the big blue brick building next to the&nbsp;RecSports&nbsp;Parking Lot.  The outdoor pool is&nbsp;adjacent to&nbsp;the Student Aquatic Center.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The check-in point for&nbsp;swim&nbsp;lessons&nbsp;is&nbsp;between the two buildings. From check-in, participants may follow the blue \u201cEnter Here\u201d sign above the main entrance and can change into their swimsuits using the Student Aquatic Center facilities which include a women\u2019s and men\u2019s locker room and an all-gender bathroom. Below is an image of the Student Aquatic Center\u2019s front doors and walkway where our check-in table will be located (weather permitting):&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/recsports\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/06\/SAC-768x512-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-191\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.500015259254738;width:583px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/recsports\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/06\/SAC-768x512-1.jpg 768w, https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/recsports\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/06\/SAC-768x512-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h2 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>Where will swim lessons be? Will we be in the indoor or the outdoor pool?<\/div><\/h2><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Student Aquatic Center has both an indoor and an outdoor pool.<br><br>Swim\u00a0lessons can occur in either facility. Whether we are in the indoor or outdoor pool for a lesson depends on weather, space availability,\u00a0the use of the pool for groups, water temperature, and other factors. We work to keep parents and students up to date on changes in location. Please keep in mind that changes can happen due to situations out of our control.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h2 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>Where can parents and guardians sit during swim lessons?<\/div><\/h2><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During\u00a0swim\u00a0lessons, excluding parent-child lessons, we ask that parents or guardians sit away from the poolside so as not to distract their swimmer. This allows for\u00a0the instructor to build trust with their class participants and create a positive learning environment for trying out new skills. The\u00a0outdoor pool has\u00a0first-come, first-served\u00a0deck chairs and tables, and the indoor pool has bleacher seating in addition to deck chairs. The seating is a balanced distance away from the water\u2019s edge to allow parents and guardians to enjoy watching swim lessons while also promoting an independent learning environment for the students.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h2 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>What swim lesson level should my child be in?<\/div><\/h2><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please review the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/recsports\/aquatics\/swim-lessons\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"17\">Learn-to-Swim level\u00a0descriptions<\/a>\u00a0and evaluate how much exposure your child has had to the water and swimming before registering for a class. We\u00a0utilize\u00a0the American Red Cross Water Safety Course as a guideline for\u00a0identifying\u00a0swim lesson levels as well as what skills and information we teach in a class.\u00a0Identifying\u00a0the description that best matches your child\u2019s abilities can\u00a0benefit\u00a0them greatly as they are in\u00a0an appropriate environment\u00a0to improve and develop their current skill level.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h2 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>How do I register myself or someone else for swim lessons?<\/div><\/h2><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you have clicked this button, navigate to the \u201cAquatics\u201d classification and the \u201cSwim Lessons\u201d tag to filter the Learn-to-Swim classes available for registration. Click on your desired Learn-to-Swim Level and scroll to Offerings. There you will find the Sessions (with their corresponding dates) and times slots that they&nbsp;will occur. When&nbsp;you\u2019ve&nbsp;found the dates and times that work best for you, click the \u201cSign in\u201d button.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are a UT member or affiliate, enter the NetID of you or the person you are affiliated with. If you are not a UT&nbsp;member or affiliate, you must create a Fusion account by clicking \u201cSign up.\u201d Once you have finished creating an&nbsp;account, click \u201cSelect\u201d&nbsp;and continue the registration process. If you are signing&nbsp;up&nbsp;your child, you will need to add them as a family member and create an affiliate account that is accessible&nbsp;to&nbsp;yours. When you have completed the necessary steps and received a confirmation email, you have successfully registered for a&nbsp;swim&nbsp;class.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe29434c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utk.edu\/recsports\/aquatics\/swim-lessons\/\">Group Swim Lessons page<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/connect.recsports.utk.edu\/program?classificationId=bb354d86-a1c5-46d4-b3bb-b03a38543a53\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Registration for swim lessons<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h2 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>What does a session include? How many sessions should I sign up for?<\/div><\/h2><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of our&nbsp;sessions includes the bundle of the dates listed when you go to register, which is&nbsp;typically four lessons. Depending on your availability and time commitment, we recommend signing up for as many sessions as&nbsp;there&nbsp;are available to help the student continue to develop and master skills.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h2 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>How long is a swim lesson? What should I expect from instructors?<\/div><\/h2><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Swim&nbsp;lessons are between 30 and 45 minutes long. The length of a lesson can be dependent on a variety of factors: how many&nbsp;participants&nbsp;are in a lesson, what level the lesson is, the abilities and skill level of each group of students, if the students are&nbsp;exhibiting&nbsp;exhaustion, etc. Our instructors follow the American Red Cross Water Safety&nbsp;course suggestions of at least 30-minute lessons. It is up to each instructor\u2019s knowledge and discretion about the length of each lesson to help promote a safe and enjoyable&nbsp;swim&nbsp;lesson experience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h2 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>How will I know who my instructor is and how can I contact them?<\/div><\/h2><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With each new&nbsp;lesson,&nbsp;we will send out a&nbsp;pre-course&nbsp;email&nbsp;with details&nbsp;about our swim&nbsp;lessons, including&nbsp;each swim level\u2019s corresponding instructor. We encourage parents and students to look at&nbsp;instructor&nbsp;bios&nbsp;and&nbsp;talk with instructors before or after lessons.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We want to help foster communication between instructors, parents, and students. If you would like to contact your instructor,&nbsp;email us&nbsp;to let us know. To protect our student employees\u2019 privacy and time, we will not&nbsp;disclose&nbsp;student emails&nbsp;until&nbsp;we have received&nbsp;a&nbsp;request <strong>and<\/strong> obtained agreement from the instructor. Coordinators,&nbsp;graduate&nbsp;assistants, and&nbsp;student&nbsp;assistants will be copied on&nbsp;emails to foster healthy and helpful communication.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h2 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>How many lessons should we sign up for? Do we sign up for all lessons all at once or can we sign up one at a time?<\/div><\/h2><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is no specific number of&nbsp;lessons&nbsp;to sign up for, but we encourage you to sign up for as many as you are available for. Consistently practicing swimming skills may enhance the&nbsp;ability to&nbsp;advance&nbsp;levels more quickly.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our&nbsp;lessons&nbsp;are open for registration for the entire semester we offer them (e.g.&nbsp;all&nbsp;fall semester sessions get released before the first&nbsp;lesson&nbsp;begins). This is meant to give&nbsp;ample opportunity&nbsp;for parents and students to decide if they would like to sign up for only one or multiple&nbsp;lessons. While the registrations remain open&nbsp;until seven&nbsp;days before the beginning of the&nbsp;lesson, class sizes are limited and thus it is first-come, first-served. We recommend checking the website regularly for updates on registrations and&nbsp;the&nbsp;number of available slots.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h2 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>What is the &#8220;Pre-Course Email&#8221; and what does it include?<\/div><\/h2><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pre-course&nbsp;emails are sent&nbsp;one&nbsp;week&nbsp;before the start of a&nbsp;swim lesson.&nbsp;These emails&nbsp;are meant to provide&nbsp;information&nbsp;on where to go, where to park, how to buy a parking pass, what to expect, who the instructors are, and more. 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