Swimming Lessons FAQs | Swimming Simply

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of youth programming do you offer?

We have several offerings that span from Baby and Me classes to our year-round competitive swim team.

Check out our Youth Programming page for more information!
What are the prices for your programming?

We offer several types of programming, and the tuition is different for each one. Additionally, some programs some programs bill monthly while others are session based.

For youth programming prices, check out our Youth Programming Page, and click "Learn More" for the type of programming you're interested in.

For Adult Programming, check out our Adult Programming Page, and click "Learn More" for the type of programming you're interested in.
Do you offer a sibling discount?

Yes! We have 10% for the second sibling, and 30% for the third or more as long as they're enrolled in the same program.

For example, siblings can receive the discount if they are both enrolled in Swim Otters Lessons OR they are both enrolled in Group Lessons (Big Pool). The discount does not apply if one sibling is enrolled in Swim Otters Lessons and the other is enrolled in Group Lessons (Big Pool).

We are so pleased to be able to offer significant discounts for our larger families!
Do you offer scholarships?

We believe that everyone can swim... and cost shouldn't be a barrier to entry. If your family qualifies for free or reduced lunch at school, please visit our Scholarship page!
What is your make-up policy?
We do not offer make-up classes for our Women’s Clinic Classes. If you have extraordinary circumstances, please call us at 303-554-SWIM and we will work it out!

For Baby & Me, Swim Otters, and Big Pool Lessons we allow for make-ups if a swimmer has an illness, injury, family or other extraneous circumstances.

We cannot guarantee that you will have a make-up at the same time as your regularly scheduled lesson time or that you will have a make-up with your regularly scheduled instructor. Make-ups have no cash value (no refunds on make-ups). Make-Ups will only be granted to and may only be utilized by students who are currently enrolled at Swimming Simply.

In order to be granted a make-up, parents must use the Parent Portal or contact the front desk to report the absence. A make-up will not be granted if the parent notifies us after the scheduled lesson is already missed.

Swim Otters: One make-up token may be issued per calendar month. Make-up tokens expire after 3 months.

Big Pool Lessons / Baby & Me: One make-up token may be issued per session. Make-up tokens expire after the session ends.
- To learn how to report a future absence watch this video
- To learn how to use a makeup token watch this video.
What is your cancellation policy?

For lessons at Swim Otters or for Blue Group, please give us 30 days notice of cancellation.

For Big Pool programming, all classes are session based and swimmers are not committed past the end of the session. In extenuating or emergency circumstances, please get in contact with us and we’re happy to discuss options.
Do I need to bring any equipment?

Swim Otters: Please bring a towel and ensure your child has a well-fitting swim suit. Goggles are optional!

If your child is under 3 years old, please bring a reusable swim daiper. If you forget one, we do have some available for purchase. If you purchase one on your own, we recommend selecting one with excellent ratings on Amazon.

Big Pool Group and Private Lessons: Please bring a well-fitting swim suit, goggles and fins. Good fins are similar to these on Amazon. We recommend checking the sizing before purchasing.

Baby & Me: Please bring a reusable swim diaper. If you forget one, we do have some available for purchase. If you purchase one on your own, we recommend selecting one with excellent ratings on Amazon.
What should I expect in my upcoming Baby & Me class?

Adult in the Pool: This class requires an adult in the pool with the baby and we recommend having the same adult for the entire 6 week class. However, we understand if you want to switch it up!

What to expect in the pool: We will be going under the water and we will teach you how to do this with your baby. They may cry and that's okay! We will teach you skills to help them through this. We promise that this class will do a great job for setting them up for swim lessons in the future, as they will be acclimatized to what happens during a swim lesson.

Facilities: There are changing rooms and "rinse-off only" showers available, along with diaper genies. We have a Calm Seating area for parents and/or other family members where they can watch the lessons and there is a snack bar in case your swimmer (or you) need a little something to eat or drink!
How can I purchase a gift card?

Watch this quick video, or keep reading below!

Head over to our Parent Portal
and click "More". From there, click "Gift Cards" in the drop down menu.
How can I learn about new programming?

Click here to join our newsletter!
Are you hiring?

If you are interested in joining the Swimming Simply Team you can email welcome@swimmingsimply.com with a statement of interest and your resume.

Also, check out our job postings on Indeed!

Location Questions

Where do you offer swim lessons?
Our Big Pool Group and Private Lessons are held at the following locations. Specific locations are listed when you enroll in a class.

Aurora Central High School
Adams City High School
Denver North High School
Denver West High School
Moorhead Recreation Center
Morey Middle School

Our Swim Otters Program is located at our Swim Otters Pool in Wheat Ridge.
Adams City High School Directions
Please look at the map that shows where to park and how to locate the pool. Under no circumstances can anyone park or drive into the bus loop. Doing so will remove our ability to use the school's pool so please use the parking lot only. We recommend giving yourself an extra 10-15 minutes on the first day if you haven’t been to the pool before!

Google Maps will lead you to the front of the school, however, the doors to the pool are in the back. Follow directions to these coordinates, which is the parking lot behind the school and by the bleacher stands. From here, you will see a dangling Swimming Simply sign on the northern corner of the building marking you are in the right spot. Follow that pathway north of the building, next to a parking circle, until you get to the school doors on the left, one of which will be open. Once you're in the building, take a right, and the pool door will be at the end of the hall on the right, propped open. If you have trouble finding the pool, please call Deck Manager Lauren Stewart at (408) 396-5499.
Aurora Central High School Directions
Please look at the map that show where to find the Aurora Central pool and parking. We recommend giving yourself an extra 10 minutes on the first day if you haven’t been to the pool before!

Use the link above which will guide you to the EAST parking lot, NOT the main entrance.
The pool is located in the building facing the parking lot with three, large, circular windows.
The door is on the south side of the building. Walk around the left side of the building, and there will be an entrance on your right.
DO NOT park in the fire lane, directly along the pool building.
Denver North High School Directions
For North High School - do NOT follow the directions on google maps, you’ll be directed to an old front entrance on Speer Blvd.

Please look at the map that shows where to find the pool. We recommend giving yourself an extra 10-15 minutes on the first day if you haven’t been to the pool before!

Park in this lot, next to the tennis courts, and walk south on the path next to the football field (field will be on your left).
Continue walking south, exiting the parking lot, along the left side of the pool building. Turn right at the chain link fence gate, and enter the pool building through the door that faces Speer Blvd.
Denver West High School Directions
If you follow directions from Google Maps, it will take you to the main school entrance on Elati Street. Instead, follow the directions to this parking lot around the corner. This is a faculty parking lot that we’ve been given permission to park in for swim lessons. If this lot is full, street parking is ample in this area.

From here, you’ll see the Athletic Entrance to the school (Door 11), and Door 13 to the left of that which will be propped open. That is the pool, and where Troy Miller will be stationed to welcome you in!
Manual High School Directions
Please look at the map that shows where to find the Manual High School pool. We recommend giving yourself an extra 10-15 minutes on the first day if you haven’t been to the pool before!

Take 27th street or Williams and turn into the large parking lot (you should see the football field in front).
DO NOT park in the staff parking lot.
Go to door #5 and the team will be inside to greet you!
Moorhead Recreation Center Questions
Do I need to pay to get into Moorhead?

You do NOT have to pay to get into the rec center. Let them know you're with Swimming Simply, and you'll be all set!

Can I stick around Moorhead after my lesson?

Yes! You'll just have to pay the daily fee to stay.
Morey Middle School Directions
Please look at the map that shows where to find the Morey Middle School pool. We recommend giving yourself an extra 10-15 minutes on the first day if you haven’t been to the pool before!

Please park in the EAST parking lot on Emerson Street.
Go through Door 1, and the team will be inside to greet you on the first day