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The RSOP Aquatics program is very popular with people of all ages. We pride ourselves on a high quality pool environment and an outstanding instructional program. Come to work out, learn, and enjoy the experience. The mission of the RSOP Aquatics program is to help each person learn to be safe when they are in, on, or around the water!
Our swim lesson program covers skills and knowledge in a logical progression for each level of aquatic skill development. As participants develop these skills, they will become safer, stronger swimmers.
Go to the Employment link at the bottom of this page for Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor positions.
Swim Lessons
Open Swim
Lap Swim
Scuba Diving (Adult & Youth)
American Red Cross Courses (School Year Only)
Special Needs
Pool Fees/Rental
Aqua Fit (School Year Only)
Swim and Core Conditioning Class (School Year Only)
North Shore Swim Club (NSSC website)
Northshore Swim Club Stroke Clinic Series
Swim Lessons
We are a proud sponsor of the American Red Cross Toddler, Pre-school,
Youth "Learn to Swim" aquatics program. Swim lessons are
open to anyone and everyone. Our swim lessons are taught by outstanding,
qualified instructors who put learning, safety, and individualized
instruction first.
Contact us at 218-726-7128 for more info or to sign up for a scheduled
lesson. Private
lessons are available by appointment. Please
call 218-726-6516 to talk with an instructor.
Registration for Fall 2009 swim lessons will begin Friday, August 28.
Swim Lesson Descriptions
Swim Lesson Schedule Fall 2009
Open Swim
Everybody is welcome!! Bring the whole family for an excellent
time to play!
• Flotation aids/ pool toys are allowed in shallow end of pool
with parent in water
• Participants must be at least 6 years old, over 4 feet tall, or
accompanied by an adult at all times.
• A swim test is required for all youth wanting to swim in the
deep end of pool
Swim Pass Prices are:
Youth 10 Swim Punch Card $20.00
Adult 10 Swim Punch Card $30.00
Senior (55 years and up) 10 Swim Punch Card $20.00
PLEASE NOTE: Passes are available for purchase at the Day
Office. Passes are not available for purchase at the pool office
for any of the Open /Lap swims.
A Hydraulic chair lift system and an Easy Ladder are available.
Fall 2009 Pool Schedule
Lap Swim
This is an excellent way to get your swim workout in for the
day! There are 6 lap lanes that are provided with orange cones
designated speed level for each lane:
- Lane 1 - Easy
- Lane 2 - Medium
- Lane 3 - Fast
- Lane 4 - Very Fast
- Lane 5 - Medium
- Lane 6 - Easy
Lap Swimming Etiquette
- All lanes circle counter clockwise
- The black center-line on the bottom of the pool is always on your left
- All lanes are marked with orange cones, which indicate lane speed.
- Please make sure you seed yourself in the appropriate lane for your ability level
- Be aware of your speed. If you are being passed regularly, move to a slower lane
- If you are passing others regularly, move to a faster lane
- Try to avoid swimming side by side
A Hydraulic chair lift system and Easy Ladder are available for patrons requiring assistance in and out of the pool.
Fall 2009 Pool Schedule
Lap/Open Swim
Half of the pool is set up to accomodate lap swimmers and the
other half is for Open Swim.
Fall 2009 Pool Schedule
Scuba Diving
OPEN WATER SCUBA DIVING
Dive into the PADI “Open Water Diver” course with
UMD-RSOP Aquatics! Open Water Diving is the first level of the
PADI certification. This course is taught in
association with Innerspace Scuba of Duluth & PADI
certified dive instructors at the UMD pool. Because this course
is a performance based course, you get as much time as
needed to practice your skills prior to certification. (Professional Association of Dive Instructors) “Your ticket to exciting
adventures in the underwater world”
Session Dates: Saturdays
Session 1: Sep. 12, 19, 26; Oct. 3 (Reg by Sep. 7)
Session 2: Oct. 10, 17, 24, 31 (Reg by Oct. 5)
Session 3: Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28 (Reg by Nov. 2)
Cost: $190 Facility Pass & Activity Pass holders /$215 Others
Meet: SpHC Pool
We Provide: Text Materials, Scuba Gear, Instruction
You Provide: Mask, Fins, Snorkel
Register with Innerspace Scuba by calling 218-726-1010 after 1pm.
TRY SCUBA NIGHT @ the SpHC Pool
Come try out the latest Scuba Gear with PADI Certified
Dive Masters in the water to assist you.
Saturdays, September 12, October 10 and November 7
Time: 3-6pm
Cost: FREE!!!!
Meet: SpHC Pool
No Scuba Experience Necessary
Register with Innerspace Scuba by calling 218-726-1010 by 12pm on the Friday before the class..
ARC Lifeguard/CPR/PR/AED
The Lifeguard course prepares lifeguard candidates to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies, and prevent drowning and other incidents in a variety of aquatic settings, including public pools, waterfronts, and waterparks. The CPR portion of the course teaches care for adult, child & infant. You will learn the skills necessary to respond appropriately to breathing and cardiac emergencies, including the use of automated defibrillation to care for a victim of cardiac arrest.
Fall 2009 Course Schedule
Special Needs
Small or individual classes for patrons with special needs. Contact
us for more info or to set up a lesson/activity.
UMD Recreational Sports
Outdoor Programming @ 218-726-7128
Pool Fees/Rental
Recreational Swimming is for fun & fitness! If you have a Facilities Pass/Activity Card, Participation is FREE!! If you do not have a facility Pass / Activity Card, a general 10-swim punchcard can be purchased at the RSOP office during normal operational hours.
Prices are:
Youth 10 Swim Punch Cash $20.00
Adult 10 Swim Punch Card $30.00
Senior 10 Swim Punch Card $20.00
PLEASE NOTE: No cash will be accepted at the pool office for any of the Open/Lap swims.
A Hydraulic chair lift system and Easy Ladder are available for patrons requiring assistance in and out of the pool
Pool rental for UMD Departments and Student Organizations is available at a special rate
Aqua Fit
Wednesdays, 4:30-5:25pm
Cost: 10 Visit Adult Swim Punch Cards $30
10 Visit Senior & Special Needs Punch Cards $20
Free with Group Fitness Pass
North Shore Swim & Core Conditioning Class
6:30-7:45am Swim
7:45-8:30am Triathlon Specific Core Training
Begins September 9, 2009
Meets Mondays, Wednesday, and Friday Mornings
Cost: $140
Northshore Swim Club Stroke Clinic Series with
Tone Coughlin Head Coach of NSSC
Each 3 hour session consists of targeting specific strokes which may include freestyle, backstroke, breasstroke and butterfly; individualized stroke assessment including underwater & above water video analysis; on deck corrective feedback accompanied by drills specific to correction of stroke mechanics.
Also includes a 2-hour individual consultation with Tone as he analyzes your stroke mechanics from your DVD, a personalized DVD with analysis of your stroke mechanic and a NSSC t-shirt.
Saturday, October 10, 3-6pm Freestyle
Saturday, November 14, 3-6pm Freestyle & Backstroke
Saturday, December 12, 3-6pm Breaststroke & Fly
Cost: $60. Sign up for all three clnics and save $10 per clinic.
