Coney Island provides top-notch swim lessons and water aerobics for Season Passholders ONLY. Classes are available for all ages, ranging from six months through adult. Email for additional information or call the Swim Lesson Hotline May through August at 513-624-1447.
Classes for Kids - Water Babies, Lessons and Lifequarding
Classes for Adults - Lessons and Water Aerobics
All classes are conducted in four-week sessions. Day and Evening classes meet Monday through Thursday.
2013 Session Dates
| Session I | June 3 - June 27 |
| Session II | July 8 - August 1 |
2013 Registration Dates
| Thursday, May 30 | 5pm - 8pm |
| Friday, May 31 | 10am - 1pm |
| Saturday, June 1 | 10am - 1pm |
| Friday, June 28 | 10am - 1pm |
- You can download and print a registration form. The form may be brought to Coney on the registration dates listed above, or mailed in with the registration fee by May 30.
- Your fees must accompany the registration form.
- Fees are non-refundable
- If you are a new student at Coney, you MUST be screened for classes during registration.
- You may also register for Session II anytime Session I lessons are taking place. Visit the Lessons tent near the Island Shop.
2013 Session Fees
| Registration Fee | $70 per student |
| Late Registration Fee | $75 per student |
| American Red Cross Lifeguarding Class | TBA |
| Guard Start (Junior Lifeguarding) | $80 per student |
| Water Babies | $60 per student |
Classes for Kids
From water babies to big kids, we've got you covered when it comes to swim lessons!
Preschool Classes
Water Babies
For parents with children ages 6 mos. to 35 mos. Offered Mondays and Wednesdays during both sessions, classes meet for 30 minutes. This class costs $60.
Water Babes (ages 6 mos-18mos) 11:10-11:40 or 7:10-7:40
Water Tots (ages 18 –35 mos) 10:20-10:50 or 6:20-6:50
3-Year Olds Class
Designed for youngsters with little or no water experience. Parent participation is optional based upon the child’s comfort level. Classes meet for 30 minutes. 11:05-11:35, 6:15-6:45 or 7:05-7:35.
Amazing 3-Year Olds
Designed for youngsters who have completed our Water Babies, who can readily put their face in the water and blow bubbles, and who are extremely comfortable. They must be able to follow directions and separate from parents, who should remain nearby. Classes meet for 30 minutes. 10:15-10:45, 11:05-11:35 6:15-6:45 or 7:05-7:35
4-Year Olds Class
Designed for youngsters who have had little or no experience in the water. They must be able to follow directions. Classes meet for 30 minutes. 10:15-10:45, 11:05-11:35, 6:15-6:45 or 7:05-7:35
Advanced 4-Year Olds
Designed for youngsters who can comfortably put their head in the water and blow bubbles, and who are able to follow directions. Classes meet for 30 minutes. 10:15-10:45, 11:05-11:35, 6:15-6:45 or 7:05-7:35
Classes for Kids Age 5+
If you are a new student at Coney you must be screened to determine your proper class level. Screenings are held during registration and 10:30-Noon Monday-Thursday during Session I. Classes are 45 minutes.
2013 Class Times
| 10:15 – 11:00am | Silver, Gold, White, Red, Advanced Beginners, Intermediates, Swimmers, Diving | |
| 11:05 – 11:50am | Silver, Gold, White, Red, Advanced Beginners, Diving, Water Aerobics | |
| 6:15 – 7:00pm | Silver, Gold, White, Red, Advanced Beginners, Intermediates, Swimmers | |
| 7:05 – 7:50pm | Silver, Gold, White, Red, Diving, and Water Aerobics, Adult Lessons |
Junior Lifeguarding (Guard Start)
Students must be at least 11 years old and pass a swimming test. Dates and times to be announced.
American Red Cross Lifeguarding
This class is also open to Non-Passholders. Students must be at least 15 years of age and pass a swimming skills screen. PRE-REGISTRATION IS MANDATORY Classes meet June 11-19 from 11:30-2:30. $200 Fee includes First Aid training and CPR for the Professional Rescuer as well as all books and materials.
Classes for Adults
Don't let the kids have all the fun! Adult passholders can take advantage of our water aerobics and lessons for fun and fitness!
Coed Water Aerobics
Water Aerobics is a 45-minute workout. Classes meet in shallow or deep water using a buoyancy belt. Build strength and flexibility using equipment and the water's resistance.
Classes meet Monday through Thursday from 11:05-11:50 or 7:05-7:50 during both sessions.
Adult Lessons
Learn to swim or improve your strokes. We will design our class to meet your needs!
Classes meet Monday through Thursday from 7:05-7:50 during both sessions.
Please note:
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FIRST DAY OF LESSONS: All students report to areas assigned during registration. Classes will then be formed.
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COLD DAY? An occasional day missed because of rain or cold will NOT affect your child’s progress. Children can’t learn if they are uncomfortably cold. For safety reasons, swimming is not permitted during periods of lightning. PLEASE…DO NOT CALL THE OFFICE to ask if lessons will be held. An instructor will be on hand if swimming is permitted.