The City of Bozeman has offered quality swim lessons for 86 years!

Swim Lesson Levels:

Parent-Child/Angelfish: For kids ages 18 months through 3 years and a parent or two.  Have fun learning how to prepare your child for a lifetime of swimming. Parents will be in the water with their child playing fun games and learning proper holding techniques. A MT Health Code-approved swim diaper is required. *Swim Diapers may be purchased at the Swim Center or Bogert Pool.

Parent-Tot/Angelfish: For kids ages 6 months through 3 years and a parent or two. Have fun learning how to prepare your child for a lifetime of swimming. Parents will be in the water with their child playing fun games and learning proper holding techniques. A MT Health Code-approved swim diaper is required. *Swim Diapers may be purchased at the Swim Center or Bogert Pool.

Preschool/Clownish: For children ages 3 to 4 who can be in a class without needing their parent in the water. 

Levels 1-5-Youth Lessons/ Marlins, Dolphins, Sharks, and Whales: For ages 5 and up. Classes are divided based on ability. Please follow the Swim Lesson Flow Chart to determine the best level of class for your swimmer; swimmers must be able to complete all certification requirements to move to the next level (also located in the guide).  Please note that swim lesson instructors may transfer students to a different level after assessing their ability.

Level 6- Orca Lifeguard Preparation and Swim Workout: For ages 11-14. This program is geared towards improving endurance and technique with all strokes. Swimmers will also be introduced to basic life-guarding skills and equipment. 

Please note that swim lesson instructors may transfer students to a different level after assessing their ability.

 Lesson Fees:

• City of Bozeman Residents: $50
• Non-City Residents: $70

Did you know?

Children 14 years and younger must have an adult present at Bogert or the Swim Center to swim (MT Health Code).

Summer Swim Lesson Weather Policy:

Lessons will be held at Bogert Pool if at all possible.  Weather temperatures below 50 degrees or a lightning storm will cause the lessons to be cancelled.  If lessons are cancelled, a free day pass will be issued for that missed class.  You may call Bogert Pool at (406) 582-0806, the Swim center at (406) 582-2294 or check the Parks and Recreation Facebook page to find out if lessons are cancelled.

Program Refund Policy: 

If you need to cancel out of a program, notify us 10 days before the first day of the program for a full refund. Household credit will be given if you cancel less than 10 days before the first day of the program.