City of Ann Arbor Swim Lessons

City of Ann Arbor Swim Lessons — Fuller Park & Mack Pool

The City of Ann Arbor runs its own swim-lesson program at Fuller Park outdoor pool and Mack Pool, under Parks & Recreation. This is the affordable city-run alternative to private swim schools — same skill progression, covered by the city's summer season schedule, with Red Cross swim-stage standards used across Michigan municipal pools.

Group & Private Lessons for Ages 6 Months+

Seasonal outdoor plus year-round indoor options. Classes include:
- Parent-Tot lessons (6 months – 3 years)
- Preschool swim classes (3–5 years)
- Level 1–6 Learn-to-Swim (ages 5+)
- Advanced stroke technique
- Lifesaving and water safety
- Private and semi-private lessons
- Seasonal outdoor at Fuller Park, year-round indoor at Mack Pool

What's Included

• Municipal-scale fee structure (significantly cheaper than private schools)
• Red Cross swim-stage curriculum
• City-credentialed swim instructors
• Access to Fuller Park outdoor pool in summer
• Year-round access to Mack Pool (indoor)
• Progression card tracking across levels
• Registration through Ann Arbor Parks & Rec portal

Experience

Kids develop water safety and swim competence through Red Cross's standardized progression at a price point that keeps the family from reconsidering lessons. Best fit for Ann Arbor families wanting affordable, predictable skill progression through a city-run program rather than private swim-school fees.