Learn to swim for free
A note from Portland Parks & Recreation Information Officer Beth Sorensen about free summer swim lessons follows.
“Did you know that Portland Parks & Recreation offers FREE swim lessons to the public every summer? No catch!
“Anyone 3 years or older qualifies for five free swim lessons for beginners June 21-25 at any of our thirteen local PP&R neighborhood pools. Last summer we taught more than 3,100 Portlanders how to swim during our free swim lessons and we’d like to teach even more this year.
“Classes are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings on a first come, first served basis. Registration is only available in-person on Saturday, June 19 at the pool of your choice.
“Walk-In Registration is Saturday, June 19 at any PP&R pool from 8 to 11:30 a.m., Saturday, June 19 at any PP&R pool.
“Additional beginner, intermediate, and advanced classes are also available throughout the summer at a nominal cost. Scholarship assistance is available for families in need.
“East Portland Portland Parks & Recreation Pools (by location)
“Northeast Portland
Dishman Pool, 77 NE Knott
Grant Pool, 2300 NE 33rd
Montavilla Pool, 8219 NE Glisan
“Southeast Portland
Buckman Pool, 320 SE 16th
Creston Pool, 4454 SE Powell
East Portland Pool, 740 SE 106th
Mt. Scott Pool, 5530 SE 72nd
Sellwood Pool, 7951 SE 7th
“For more information, call the PP&R Aquatic office at 503.823.5130.”
