Aquatics - Classes & Programs

Aqua Fitness 

Aqua Fitness Classes

All ages
This low impact water workout will help participants increase endurance and muscular strength using the resistance of the water as well as equipment to tone, strengthen and stabilize the upper and lower body while increasing cardiovascular capacity. This is a great way to get a full-body workout.

Various classes (shallow water, deep water and a combination of both) are held at various times throughout the week. Times are subject to change. Please stop by the Host Desk, call (775) 832-1300 or visit our website for the most up to date schedule. This program is free for all Recreation Center members. Regular Recreation Center fees apply to non-members.

H20 Basics (55+ Friendly)

All ages
This Aqua Fitness class replaces Arthritis Water Fitness and offers a low impact way to help increase flexibility, range of motion. The class also focuses on cardiovascular endurance, mobility and muscle toning.

Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Time: 10:15 am - 11:10 am
Location: Recreation Center Pool
Fee: Free to Recreation Center Members
 Resident $4 / Non-Resident $9

AM Splash (55+ Friendly)

An early morning aqua fitness workout that includes cardiovascular endurance, muscle strength and mobility fitness elements in both shallow and deep water. 

Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Time:  7:00 am - 8:00 am
Location Recreation Center Pool
Fee: Free to Recreation Center Members
 Non-Member Resident $4 (55+ Friendly rate) /
 Non-Resident $9

Aqua Fitness Personal Training

Ages: 18+
Training in the water provides a 3 dimensional variable resistance environment to strengthen the body and can accommodate any fitness level and most injury limitations. Strength, muscle endurance, cardiovascular endurance, range of motion and fat-burning elements of fitness can be a achieved simultaneously in the water with very little impact. Please call (775) 832-1350 to arrange for an appointment ($50/hour).

Lifeguard Training

American Red Cross Guard Start Class

Ages: 10-14 years

This class is designed to give youth a taste of what it will take to become a lifeguard in the future. This class will go over many safety training concepts that our certified staff use. Students will also get a chance to shadow guard for a shift during the summer. This class does not certify you as a lifeguard. Scholarships are available. Call (775) 832-1310 for details.

Days:  Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday (2 week sessions)
Dates:  Session I: June 16 - 25 
 Session 2:  July 7 - 16
Times:  12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Location:  Recreation Center Pool
Fee:  Resident $42 / Non-Resident $52.50
 (includes books and materials)
Deadline to register:  Session I: June 13; Session II: July 3

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Class*

Ages: 15+

This class includes American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR for the professional, First Aid, & AED Certifications. All applicants must be able to pass a skills pre-requisite swim test. For more info, please call (775) 832-1321. Please bring a towel, suit, and writing materials to first class. Min 6 participants/max 20. Must attend all classes to be certified. If you are interested in employment as a lifeguard, please apply online at www.YourTahoePlace.com.

Days/Times:  Monday & Thursday 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm,  Saturday 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Dates: Session I:  June 9 -  28; Session II:  TBD
Location: Recreation Center Pool
Fee: Resident $157.50 / Non-Resident $197
Deadline to register:  Session I: Friday, June 6

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Class

Ages: 16+

Come and learn to be a water safety instructor and teach swim lessons to youth and adults! This class will break down each stroke and train you how to teach swimming to anyone. You will learn to incorporate creative teaching methods into learning aquatic skills! This class will also cover basic water safety techniques. Please bring extra towels and snacks since we will have only short breaks. You must be certified in CPR for the professional rescuer to be hired for IVGID aquatic staff. Get Flyer

Days: Session I:  Sundays
 Session: II:  Wednesdays
Dates: Session I:  April 20, 27, May 4,18, 25 (no class May 11)
 Session II:  June 11, 18, 25, July 9, 16
 (testing week of July 21 - 24)
Times:  Session I: Sundays 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
 Session II:  Wednesdays 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Recreation Center Pool
Fee: Resident $157.50 / Non-Resident $197
 (price includes books and materials)
Deadline to register: Friday, April 11

* Adults are encouraged to enroll and apply for employment at the Recreation Center as a Lifeguard or Water Safety Instructor. If any adults are willing to commit 10 hours a week on a regular basis, IVGID will waive the registration fee for the class. Please call the Aquatics Office at (775) 832-1321 for details.

Aquatic Programs & Events 

Incline Silver Stars Swim Team

Ages: 6+
Come join North Lake Tahoe’s premier swim team for both competitive and novice swimmers. The team has been practicing since February 2007 and continues to improve leaps and bounds while having loads of fun. Anyone who is interested in the swim team may try it for one week free of charge.  The coach will evaluate appropriate level and practice times for each participant.  Season parties & special events will be planned and announced during the course of the season. Scholarships that can equate savings of at least 29% are available (inquire at the Parks & Recreation Counter).

Days*:  Monday - Thursday
Dates*: June 16 - August 14 (Summer only)
 OR June 16 - November 20 (Summer/Fall)
Time*:  8:00 am - 9:30 am 
 (Starting Sept. 2:  4:00 pm - 5:30 pm)
*Subject to change
Location: Burnt Cedar Pool** June 16 - August 28
 Recreation Center Pool Sept.2 through Nov. 20
Fee:   Summer Only:  Resident $210 / Non-Resident $262 
  Summer and Fall:  Resident $429 / Non-Resident $536
  Fall Only: Resident $315 / Non-Resident $393.75  

Fees based on three practices per week. Participants can practice four days per week at the price of three.

Early bird Offer (summer/fall session only): if registered by/before June 1st  (15% discount): Resident $365  Non-Resident  $456

Stroke Clinics

Come and work on your strokes with us! We will use dry-land, in-water drills and exercises to improve your stroke technique and efficiency. Participants can choose to focus on four different competitive strokes or starts & turns. Video analysis will also be used to demonstrate efficiencies and deficiencies. Get the flyer!

Days: 1st and 3rd Monday
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Ages: 13 & up
Start Date: Monday, June 2, 2008
Location: Recreation Center Pool
June 2 – August 18 and September 15-TBA
Fee: $20 Resident./ $25 Non-Resident per clinic

Swim Around Tahoe

All ages

To complete this program you can swim in the pool, the lake or at whatever facility you desire. Write down your mileage and we track your progress on a large map of the lake. Upon completion of your 72 mile journey, you will receive a t-shirt and your name on “the finishers” plaque at the pool. Swim Around Tahoe is open to participants ages 14 and older or younger swimmers who are able to swim five continuous laps. Mileage is updated twice a month (mid and end of month).

Date: Ongoing (May 1st Anniversary; all participants will
 re-new registration based on this date)
Location: Recreation Center Pool
Fee: Resident $26.25 / Non-Resident $33 (annually)  includes t-shirt

Keep on Rollin’ (kayak practice time)

All ages
Bring your kayak, a cool paddle trick and your boating friends to the Recreation Center pool for roll practice. These sessions are open to boaters of all abilities. You provide your own gear – we provide the warm water! Three sets of gear are available for $10 per night – equipment reservations must be made prior to attending roll sessions. This is your practice time - no instructor is provided.

Day: 1st & 3rd Friday of each month
Date: Ongoing
Time: 6:45 pm – 8:45 pm
Location: Recreation Center Pool
Fee: Resident $4 / Non-Resident $5

Dog Days of Fall

Hey dog lovers! Lets end the summer season with our four legged friends! IVGID will be hosting the 2nd annual Dog Days of Fall special event! This will be an opportunity to bring your pooch to the pool/beach for some water fun. We will have activities for the dogs to compete in such as: best trick, fastest swimmer, and of course the doggy belly flop contest! We will also have a variety of dog demonstrations and information to pass along. We will need local sponsors to help put on this great community event. If you are interested in sponsoring or volunteering please contact the Aquatics department at (775) 832-1321. Our grand finale of the summer will be our pet/owner costume contest. Prizes will be awarded so come and make a splash with your best four-legged friend!

Date: Saturday, October 18th
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Burnt Cedar Pool
Fee: $5

Private Parties at Burnt Cedar Pool

Celebrate birthday parities or any special occasion lakeside at Burnt Cedar Pool. Get Flyer!
Reservation Availability: Fridays and Saturdays, between 6:30-8:30 pm, June 6-September 27.

Rates: $225 (1-50 people)
$250 (51-99 people)
$400 (100-149 people)
$450 (150 or more)

Reservations must be made at least one week in advance and are limited to Residents and guests of Residents. Party must be paid in full to hold reservation date. For reservations and more information, please call (775) 832-1310.