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  • Aqua Fitness

    Join us for some fun and fitness in the New Prague Aquatic Center - 410 Central Ave. N. Enter door #12
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  • Senior Summer Picnic

    Join us for a grillin' great time as we gather for a picnic and activities for adults 55 and over! The grill will be fired up outside the main entrance of the Fitness & Aquatic Center with tables for eating and activities outside or inside the building. The menu will include grilled hamburgers or brats, a cold salad, chips, baked beans, a dessert, and a drink. Activities, prizes and music will be available to enjoy following the meal. Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. Please register online or there will be sign up sheets at the Community Education main office and at the reception desk of the Fitness & Aquatic Center. Cost is $12.00 per person. All seniors are invited to register and attend--you do not have to be a member!
    Tue, Jun 25
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    Central Education Campus
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  • Open Swim

    Join us for some fun and fitness in the New Prague Aquatic Center - 410 Central Ave. N. Enter door #12
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  • Events

    Numerous events are scheduled for the New Prague Aquatic Center. Although you are asked to pre-register so we know how many to expect, payment will be taken at the Admissions Desk. We hope you enjoy these water based activities.
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    Red Cross Lifeguard Recertification Course

    A Lifeguarding recertification course that refresh your knowledge and allows practice of skills before testing. Current certification in Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED is required to participate in the review course. Students who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AEd which is valid for 2 years.
    Sat, Jun 1
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Aquatic Center
    Min Age
    15 yr.
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  • SwimAmerica Lesson Instructor

    If you love the water and love working with kids, this is a great opportunity for you! Participants will receive certification to teach swim lessons through the SwimAmerica program which is embraced by the New Prague Aquatic Center. Must be at least 15 years of age upon completion of the course, lifeguard training is not required. There is an online component to the class that will be sent out a week before the in-person date, this must be completed prior to attending class. Certification will be awarded following completion of 8 hours of training consisting of the online homework plus in-the-water training and/or shadowing of classes.
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    Swimming Lessons - Private and Semi Private

    The aquatics department will reach out to you to determine the class date and time options. Your registration will be confirmed at that time. Private lessons: For children 3 years or older who are able to stand in shallow water unassisted. 1:1 ratio with instructor. Cost is $104 for 5 thirty minute lessons. Semi-private lessons: For 2 children from the same household who are ages 3 or older and are able to stand in shallow water unassisted. 2:1 ratio with instructor. Cost is $159 for 5 thirty minute lessons New Prague Aquatics and Community Education utilizes the SwimAmerica program. SwimAmerica is a state-of-the-art, learn to swim program developed by the American Swim Coaches Association (ASCA) that is goal driven and technique oriented. SwimAmerica programs are operated by certified swim coaches who have achieved a minimum of ASCA Level II Coaching Certification. SwimAmerica is the only swim program endorsed by the American Swimming Coaches Association, the most prestigious coaches association in the world. REFUND POLICY: Full refunds are given when Community Education cancels a class. Refunds (less a $5 cancellation fee) will be issued when a participant cancels a registration by 4:00 pm, five (5) business days prior to the first day of class.
    Mon/Wed, Jun 3 - Jul 31
    5:00 - 7:00 PM
    Aquatic Center
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  • Lifeguard Certification

    This blended learning course includes an online portion and an instructor-led classroom skills session. Online must be completed before attending the first in-class date. You will be sent the online portion approximately 1 week before the course start date. This class provides entry-level participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illnesses until EMS personnel take over. Requirements to become lifeguard certified are: At least 15 years of age 300 yd. endurance swim using front crawl and/or breaststroke Complete a timed skill sequence including a 20 yd. swim, retrieval of a 10 lb. object from 7 ft. deep, swim 20 yd. carrying the object and exit the water within 1 min. and 40 sec. Tread water for 2 min. using legs only In order to successfully complete this course, you must attend all sessions, achieve a score of 80% or more on two written tests, and complete CPR, First Aid, and lifeguard skills tests
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  • Swimming Lessons - Level 1 - Bubbles

    During this level students will work towards doing 10 successful bobs with rhythmic breathing. Swimmers will become comfortable getting their faces in the water and exhaling (blowing bubbles) underwater repeatedly. Parents may enter the water with their students for this level if they choose but are not required to. Children must be at least 3 years of age to register. Swimmers need to learn to be comfortable putting their faces in the water without goggles. Please no goggles in Level 1. New Prague Aquatics and Community Education utilizes the SwimAmerica program. SwimAmerica is a state-of-the-art, learn to swim program developed by the American Swim Coaches Association (ASCA) that is goal driven and technique oriented. SwimAmerica programs are operated by certified swim coaches who have achieved a minimum of ASCA Level II Coaching Certification. SwimAmerica is the only swim program endorsed by the American Swimming Coaches Association, the most prestigious coaches association in the world. REFUND POLICY: Full refunds are given when Community Education cancels a class. Refunds (less a $5 cancellation fee) will be issued when a participant cancels a registration by 4:00 pm, five (5) business days prior to the first day of class.
    Mon-Thu, Jun 3 - Jun 13
    10:40 - 11:10 AM
    Min Age
    3 yr.
    Mon-Wed, Jun 3 - Jun 26
    4:30 - 5:00 PM
    Min Age
    3 yr.
    Mon-Wed, Jun 3 - Jun 26
    5:50 - 6:20 PM
    Min Age
    3 yr.
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    Swimming Lessons - Level 6 - Backstroke

    In Level 6 swimmers will continue to work on their freestyle(crawl) stroke. In addition, backstroke, treading water, and diving will be taught. The advancement goals for this class are to swim 75ft of freestyle, 30ft of backstroke, and tread water for 1 minute. Children who are at least age 6 and have passed SwimAmerica Level 6 are eligible to participate in Neptune Swim Club and our Mermaid U classes. To participate in this level children must be able to swim 30 ft of crawl stroke independently with breathing or have passed SwimAmerica level 5. New Prague Aquatics and Community Education utilizes the SwimAmerica program. SwimAmerica is a state-of-the-art, learn to swim program developed by the American Swim Coaches Association (ASCA) that is goal driven and technique oriented. SwimAmerica programs are operated by certified swim coaches who have achieved a minimum of ASCA Level II Coaching Certification. SwimAmerica is the only swim program endorsed by the American Swimming Coaches Association, the most prestigious coaches association in the world. REFUND POLICY: Full refunds are given when Community Education cancels a class. Refunds (less a $5 cancellation fee) will be issued when a participant cancels a registration by 4:00 pm, five (5) business days prior to the first day of class.
    Mon-Thu, Jun 3 - Jun 13
    11:20 - 11:50 AM
    Aquatic Center
    Mon-Wed, Jun 3 - Jun 26
    6:30 - 7:00 PM
    Aquatic Center
    Mon-Fri, Jun 17 - Jun 27
    11:20 - 11:50 AM
    Aquatic Center
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  • Swimming Lessons - Level 2 - Floating

    In Level 2, children will work towards floating and gliding independently on both their front and their back. Proper body position is the base that good swimming is build upon. Effective body position is the focus of this level. Swimmers will also be taught to roll over, float on their backs, and call for help in this level as a safety skill. Children must be at least 3 years of age to register. They also need to be able to comfortably do 10 bobs underwater with rhythmic breathing to enter this level. New Prague Aquatics and Community Education utilizes the SwimAmerica program. SwimAmerica is a state-of-the-art, learn to swim program developed by the American Swim Coaches Association (ASCA) that is goal driven and technique oriented. SwimAmerica programs are operated by certified swim coaches who have achieved a minimum of ASCA Level II Coaching Certification. SwimAmerica is the only swim program endorsed by the American Swimming Coaches Association, the most prestigious coaches association in the world. REFUND POLICY: Full refunds are given when Community Education cancels a class. Refunds (less a $5 cancellation fee) will be issued when a participant cancels a registration by 4:00 pm, five (5) business days prior to the first day of class.
    Mon-Thu, Jun 3 - Jun 13
    11:20 - 11:50 AM
    Aquatic Center
    Mon-Wed, Jun 3 - Jun 26
    5:10 - 5:40 PM
    Aquatic Center
    Mon-Wed, Jun 3 - Jun 26
    5:50 - 6:20 PM
    Aquatic Center
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  • Swimming Lessons

    Welcome to the New Prague Area swimming program! We offer SwimAmerica lessons for ages 6 months (with a parent) through adults. All lessons are held indoors in the New Prague Aquatic Center. In the land of 10,000 lakes, we take learning to swim very seriously and look forward to providing this service for you and your loved ones. Mark your calendar for upcoming dates Priority registration will open at 7 am Central on Monday morning and close at 4 pm Central on Wednesday afternoon. Non-resident registration will open the following Monday at 7 am and remain open until sessions are full. Anyone who registers during this time will automatically be placed on a waitlist until residency can be confirmed. Summer 2024 Swimming Lessons Available sessions as of May 1, 2024 Please note, schedules may be subject to change based on availability of instructors.
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    Swimming Lessons - Level 3 - Kicking

    In this level children will learn how to position their bodies in the most efficient way, streamlined. They will also learn how to propel themselves with a strong kick. The advancement goals for this level are 15 feet of kicking on both the front and back. To register for this level, children must be able to do 10 relaxed bobs with rhythmic breathing and be able to float and glide independently on both the front and back. Typical ages for this level is 4-6 years old. New Prague Aquatics and Community Education utilizes the SwimAmerica program. SwimAmerica is a state-of-the-art, learn to swim program developed by the American Swim Coaches Association (ASCA) that is goal driven and technique oriented. SwimAmerica programs are operated by certified swim coaches who have achieved a minimum of ASCA Level II Coaching Certification. SwimAmerica is the only swim program endorsed by the American Swimming Coaches Association, the most prestigious coaches association in the world. REFUND POLICY: Full refunds are given when Community Education cancels a class. Refunds (less a $5 cancellation fee) will be issued when a participant cancels a registration by 4:00 pm, five (5) business days prior to the first day of class.
    Mon-Thu, Jun 3 - Jun 13
    10:40 - 11:10 AM
    Aquatic Center
    Mon-Wed, Jun 3 - Jun 26
    5:10 - 5:40 PM
    Aquatic Center
    Mon-Wed, Jun 3 - Jun 26
    5:50 - 6:20 PM
    Aquatic Center
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    Swimming Lessons - Level 4 - Crawl Stroke

    When in this level swimmers will incorporate both kicking with the legs and paddling with the arms to generate forward movement. A combination of sculling, crawl arms, and side-glide kicking will be used to help swimmers develop their skills. The advancement goals for this level are 20 ft of side glide kick and 20 ft of crawl stroke with no breathing. Children must be at least 5 years of age to register for levels 4 and up. To register for this level, children must be able to float independently as well as kick at least 15 feet on the front and back in a streamline position. New Prague Aquatics and Community Education utilizes the SwimAmerica program. SwimAmerica is a state-of-the-art, learn to swim program developed by the American Swim Coaches Association (ASCA) that is goal driven and technique oriented. SwimAmerica programs are operated by certified swim coaches who have achieved a minimum of ASCA Level II Coaching Certification. SwimAmerica is the only swim program endorsed by the American Swimming Coaches Association, the most prestigious coaches association in the world. REFUND POLICY: Full refunds are given when Community Education cancels a class. Refunds (less a $5 cancellation fee) will be issued when a participant cancels a registration by 4:00 pm, five (5) business days prior to the first day of class.
    Mon-Thu, Jun 3 - Jun 13
    11:20 - 11:50 AM
    Aquatic Center
    Mon-Wed, Jun 3 - Jun 26
    6:30 - 7:00 PM
    Aquatic Center
    Tue/Thu, Jun 4 - Jun 27
    9:20 - 9:50 AM
    Aquatic Center
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    Swimming Lessons - Level 5 - Freestyle

    During this level, swimmers will practice the crawl stroke on the front with breathing as well and be introduced to the crawl stroke on the back. The advancement goals for this level are 30 ft of crawl stroke with at least 4 correct breaths. To register for this level, children must be able to do 15 ft of side-glide kicking as well as 15 ft of crawl stroke on the front with no breathing. Goggles are highly suggested at level 5 and above. Swimmers with long hair are required to wear a swim cap beginning in level 5 to keep their hair out of their face while learning rhythmic breathing. New Prague Aquatics and Community Education utilizes the SwimAmerica program. SwimAmerica is a state-of-the-art, learn to swim program developed by the American Swim Coaches Association (ASCA) that is goal driven and technique oriented. SwimAmerica programs are operated by certified swim coaches who have achieved a minimum of ASCA Level II Coaching Certification. SwimAmerica is the only swim program endorsed by the American Swimming Coaches Association, the most prestigious coaches association in the world. REFUND POLICY: Full refunds are given when Community Education cancels a class. Refunds (less a $5 cancellation fee) will be issued when a participant cancels a registration by 4:00 pm, five (5) business days prior to the first day of class.
    Mon-Thu, Jun 3 - Jun 13
    10:40 - 11:10 AM
    Aquatic Center
    Mon-Wed, Jun 3 - Jun 26
    4:30 - 5:00 PM
    Aquatic Center
    Tue/Thu, Jun 4 - Jun 27
    8:00 - 8:30 AM
    Aquatic Center
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    Swimming Lessons - Level 7/8 - Breaststroke and Butterfly and Turns

    This is a combined level. The focus of level 7 is to add the breaststroke and butterfly stroke to your swimmer’s skill set. Various drills will be used to aid swimmers in learning these 2 strokes. The advancement goals for this level are swimming 50 yards of freestyle, 25 yards of backstroke, and 20ft of breaststroke kick. To enroll in this level, swimmers must be able to swim 1 length of the pool with proper freestyle technique, swim 30ft of backstroke, and tread water for 1 minute or have passed SwimAmerica level 6. In level 8, swimmers will refine all 4 competitive strokes. They will develop bilateral breathing with their freestyles. Swimmers will also be taught how to complete legal competitive turns for all 4 strokes. The advancement goals for level 8 are 100 yards of freestyle swim with at least 25 yards of bilateral breathing, 25 yards of breast stroke, and 30 ft of butterfly. To enroll in level 8 swimmers must be able to swim multiple lengths of both freestyle and backstroke. New Prague Aquatics and Community Education utilizes the SwimAmerica program. SwimAmerica is a state-of-the-art, learn to swim program developed by the American Swim Coaches Association (ASCA) that is goal driven and technique oriented. SwimAmerica programs are operated by certified swim coaches who have achieved a minimum of ASCA Level II Coaching Certification. SwimAmerica is the only swim program endorsed by the American Swimming Coaches Association, the most prestigious coaches association in the world. REFUND POLICY: Full refunds are given when Community Education cancels a class. Refunds (less a $5 cancellation fee) will be issued when a participant cancels a registration by 4:00 pm, five (5) business days prior to the first day of class.
    Mon-Thu, Jun 3 - Jun 13
    10:40 - 11:10 AM
    Aquatic Center
    Mon-Fri, Jun 17 - Jun 27
    10:40 - 11:10 AM
    Aquatic Center
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