The Charles County Recreation Division is offering swim lessons and programs for you and your family this summer.

New Mini Swim Lessons
These condensed swim lessons are available Aug. 1-18 at North Point High School (2500 Davis Road, Waldorf) and Donald M. Wade Aquatic Center (5305 Piney Church Road, Waldorf) for beginner, intermediate, and advanced swimmers. Each session consists of four 30-minute classes during one week. Space and class size is limited. The fee for residents is $40 and for non-residents is $45.

Summer Swim Lessons
Learn how to swim or advance your swimming skills, and sign up for a swim lesson session. Sessions consist of eight 35-minute classes with one day of basic water safety skills. Sessions are available for all ages. Location varies depending on session. The fee is $60 for residents and $65 for non-residents.

Adult Learn to Swim Hour
Beginner and intermediate swimmers over 17 years old can gain confidence in the water with this hour-long class. Each class focuses on basic swimming skills, stroke development, and water safety. Space is limited to seven swimmers per instructor. Classes will be held at Henry E. Lackey High School (3000 Chicamuxen Road, Indian Head) from Saturday, June 18 to Saturday, Aug. 6 from 9:15-10:15 a.m. The fee is $65 for residents and $70 for non-residents.

Adult Intro to Fitness Swimming
Adults who are confident in the water, and have the knowledge and skills necessary to cross the pool safely, but still need work on conditioning and swimming technique are encouraged to sign up. Classes are available Saturday, July 11 to Saturday, July 30. The fee is $65 for residents and $70 for non-residents. 

Adult Aquatic Athletes
This is a great class for immediate and advanced swimmers who are comfortable with water and able to swim 50 yards—both freestyle and backstroke. Instructor is on deck to lead workouts, motivates swimmers, and promote proper stroke techniques. Classes are available Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:45-7:45 p.m. on June 21-July 14 and July 26-Aug. 18. The fee is $65 for residents and $70 for non-residents. 

To register or for more information about the swim lessons, or programs and activities offered by the Department of Community Services, visit www.CharlesCountyParks.com, or call 301-934-9305 or 301-870-3388. Citizens with special needs may contact the Maryland Relay Service at 711, or Relay Service TDD: 866-269-9006