Summer Swim Lessons
Monday, July 6–Friday, July 31, 2026 (No lessons Friday, July 24).

Swim Lesson Registration: Online registration begins Monday, June 15, at 9:00am. You (and your child) must have an active online account through the member portal or the Clark Sports Center App. There will be no refunds for missed or cancelled lessons.

Registration Note: In order to qualify for member registration, the participant must be an active member at the time of registration for lessons. IT’S RECOMMENDED THAT THIS BE DONE AT LEAST ONE WEEK PRIOR TO LESSON SIGN-UP DATES. Please contact the Main Desk at (607) 547-2800 with any registration questions.

• Preschool and Parent & Child lessons: $24 for the session (1 lesson a week)
• School Age summer swim lesson: $50.00 and are offered Monday–Friday (participants may attend every day)
• Adult Swim Lessons: $24.00 for the sessions and will be offered Tuesdays and/or Thursdays, 9:00-9:30AM

Swimming lessons are offered for youth of all ages and abilities, preschool – high school. Lessons are for members only. Class space may be limited, especially in the beginning levels. There will be no “drop-ins” allowed at lessons.

To find out where your child should be in swimming lessons, please refer to the class descriptions section below or call the Aquatics Department (Lindsey or Mat), (607) 547-2800, to talk about your child’s ability and to schedule a swim test, if needed.

Swimmers must use the appropriate locker rooms to change for lessons. Parents and spectators are not allowed on the pool deck during lessons, please use the balcony to watch. Please arrive on time.

For more information, contact the Aquatics Office at (607) 547-2800, ext. 114.

Class Descriptions:
Learn to Swim Levels – Parent and Child  (PDF, 59.3KB)

Learn to Swim Levels – Child (PDF, 54.8KB)

Learn to Swim Levels – Preschool 3-5 Years (PDF, 50.4KB)

Summer School Age Morning Swim Lessons

School Age: Grades K-12

• Level 1–6
  • Monday–Friday, 8:15-8:45am

Summer Preschool Morning Swim Lessons

Preschool Swim Lessons: 6 months–5 years of age (Not entering Kindergarten in the fall)

• Parent and Child 1 & Parent and Child 2 (combined class)
  • Mondays, 9:00-9:30am 
• Ducks
  • Tuesdays, 9:00-9:30am
•  Frogs
  • Wednesdays, 9:00-9:30am
• Parent and Child 3 and Dolphins (combined class)
  • Thursdays, 9:00-9:30am

Summer Preschool Evening Swim Lessons

Preschool Swim Lessons: 6 months–5 years of age (Not entering Kindergarten in the fall)

• Parent and Child 1 & Parent and Child 2 (combined class)
  • Mondays, 5:30-6:00pm 
• Ducks
  • Mondays, 6:00-6:30pm
•  Frogs
  • Mondays, 6:30-7:00pm

Summer Adult Swim Lessons

• Adult
  • Tuesdays, 9:00-9:30am
  • Thursdays, 9:00-9:30am

Join the Clark Sharks Summer Swim Team!

The Sharks Summer Swim Team is a great opportunity for swimmers to carry the momentum of their hard work into the next season. Throughout the summer, athletes will work on endurance, technique and growth both in and out of the water. This is a positive and fun environment where swimmers can stay sharp and build lasting memories.

Information for Swimmers
Register on active.com here! Swimmers must also be registered for USA Swimming to participate.

Participants must be at least 5+ years of age (5 year olds must be in Kindergarten), and members of the Clark Sports Center. Program fees and USA Swimming fees to be paid upon registration.

Competitive Sharks (Blue, Orange, & Green Teams Only)

• Who It’s For: Athletes who want to practice 3 or more times a week.
• Focus: Sharpening technique, racing strategies, and conditioning to support varsity competition while still participating in USA Swimming meets. (Dates TBD)
• Cost: $75

Recreational Sharks (Purple & Red Teams Only)

• Who It’s For: Athletes who participate in one day a week.
• Focus: Perfect for younger or new swimmers! No swim meets.
• Cost: $50

Team Records

View and search Sharks Swim Team records.

Mission Statement

The Clark Sharks Swim Team creates opportunities for swimmers of all ages to grow in skill, confidence, and teamwork—while building friendships, having fun, and developing a lifelong love of the water. We are committed to providing a caring and supportive environment where every swimmer feels valued, encouraged, and inspired to reach their potential both in and out of the pool.

Vision Statement

To be a vibrant, fun-filled swim community that inspires lifelong passion for the water—developing swimmers who are skilled, resilient, and proud to be Sharks, while fostering a caring and supportive environment where every athlete can thrive.

Visit the Shark Swim Team’s official online store!

Download the 2025 Meet and Practice Schedule (PDF, 191kb)
Download the Swimmer Code of Conduct Form (PDF, 147kb)
Download the Parent Code of Conduct Form (PDF, 154kb)
Download the Parent Handbook (PDF, 296kb)
Download the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policy (PDF, 244kb)
Download the Policy Action Plan to Address Bullying (PDF, 300kb)