WHAT Swim School
Welcome to the registration page for the Woodland Hills Aquatic Team (WHAT) Swim School. Based in the eastern suburbs just outside of Pittsburgh, we are a member of the USA Swimming community and a representative team of Allegheny Mountain Swimming. Our Learn to Swim program, WHAT Swim School, offers recreational swim lessons with a focus on safety and the development of competitive swim skills.
WHAT Swim School is a Woodland Hills Aquatic Team program committed to making swimming safe and fun at all levels. Knowing how to swim lasts a lifetime—Swimmers will enjoy the benefits of swimming long after lessons end. We offer lessons in 7 week sessions throughout the year.
WHAT Swim School Programs:
Group Lessons: WHAT Swim School offers small group classes for swimmers from beginner to pre-competitive as well as Parent and Toddler and Adult Learn to Swim lessons. Swimmers are grouped by both ability and age in order to provide a safe learning environment for our students to develop their skills. We keep our classes small so individual attention can be given to all our swimmers!
Private Lessons: WHAT Swim School offers private lessons for swimmers 4 years old and older, beginner through advanced recreational swimmers and private lessons for competitive level swimmers. Instructors are assigned based upon the needs of the swimmers and their availability. Private Lesson registration and Competitive Level Private Lesson registration is open throughout each session but must be reserved at least one week in advance. Swimmers must register for each lesson individually.
Contact Coach Anna, What Swim School Director, with any questions or to learn more about our programs.
Summer Session - June 10th thru July 24th
*Registration Opens - May 16th @ 7AM
Summer 2024 Session Information Dates:
- Monday classes start on June 10, 2024 and run until July 22, 2024
- Wednesday classes start on June 5, 2024 and run until July 24, 2024
| Summer 2024 | Monday | Wednesday |
| 1 | 6/10/24 | 6/5/24 |
| 2 | 6/17/24 | 6/12/24 |
| 3 | 6/24/24 | 6/26/24 |
| 4 | 7/1/24 | 7/3/24 |
| 5 | 7/8/24 | 7/10/24 |
| 6 | 7/15/24 | 7/17/24 |
| 7 | 7/22/24 | 7/24/24 |
| No Classes | 6/19/24 |
*Note classes are not held on days the school district is closed or other events are scheduled at the facility
Group Lesson Fees:
- $100 for 7 – 30 minute small group lessons (Parent & Toddler; Level 1; Level 2; Level 3)
- $120 for 7 – 45 minute small group lessons (Level 4; Level 5; Adult Learn to Swim)
*Please note: No refunds or make-ups will be offered for swimmers who miss lessons. For more information refer to the Canceling Registration and WHAT Swim School Class Cancellation Policy information below.
*Summer Session Registration Opens - May 16th @ 7AM
Summer 2024 Session - Group Lesson Class Description & Schedule:
Parent/Toddler Class: This 30-minute class is for swimmers age 12 months to 36 months. Parent/adult accompaniment in the water is required. This class will provide parents with water safety knowledge and practices for young swimmers. Swimmers will gain water adjustment and swimming readiness skills in a fun and enjoyable environment while interacting with their peers.
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| Parent/Toddler Class | Monday 5:30PM-6:00PM |
Level 1 - Water Adjustment: This 30-minute class is for children at least 3 years old and are able to follow the directions of the instructor without their parent being in the water. Please register for the Parent/Toddler class if the child is between 36 and 48 months and needs to have a parent with them to participate. Students in this level may be scared of the water and are unable to float or glide in the water unassisted.
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| Level 1 | Monday 5:30PM-6:00PM |
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Level 1 |
Monday 6:05PM-6:35PM |
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Monday 6:40PM-7:10PM |
| Level 1 | Wednesday 5:30PM-6:00PM |
| Level 1 | Wednesday 6:05PM-6:35PM |
| Level 1 | Wednesday 6:40PM-7:10PM |
Level 2 - Beginner: This 30-minute class is for children at least 4 years old. Students in this class are comfortable in the water, can blow bubbles and may be able to float and glide a short distance unassisted with face in the water.
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Level 2 |
Monday 5:30PM-6:00PM |
| Level 2 | Monday 6:05PM-6:35PM |
| Level 2 | Monday 6:40PM-7:10PM |
| Level 2 | Monday 7:15PM-7:45PM |
| Level 2 | Wednesday 5:30PM-6:00PM |
| Level 2 | Wednesday 6:05PM-6:35PM |
| Level 2 | Wednesday 6:40PM-7:10PM |
Level 3 - Intermediate: This 30-minute class is for swimmers working towards swimming 1/2 the length of a 25-yard pool unassisted and have no fear of deep water. Swimmers should be able to swim freestyle and backstroke a 1/4 length of the pool and jump into deep water and return to the wall unassisted.
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| Level 3 | Monday 6:40PM-7:10PM |
| Level 3 | Monday 7:15PM-7:45PM |
| Level 3 | Wednesday 6:05PM-6:35PM |
| Level 3 | Wednesday 6:40PM-7:10PM |
Level 4 - Advanced: This 45-minute class is for swimmers not afraid of deep water and working to swim a length of the pool Freestyle and Backstroke. Swimmers should be able to tread water for 1 minute. Swimmers who can perform multiple laps in a row with fairly good technique may register for the Level 5 class or the swim team.
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| Level 4 | Wednesday 7:15PM-8:00PM |
Level 5 - Pre-Competitive: This 45-minute class provides swimmers the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of competitive swimming in a fun, no-pressure atmosphere. Swimmers must be able to swim one length of the pool freestyle or backstroke without stopping. Goals: Swim 25 yards of freestyle with bilateral breathing, swim 25 yards of each backstroke, breaststroke, and fly. Focus will be on swimmer’s technique. Swimmers who can swim a lap of all 4 competitive strokes may be ready to join the Swim Team.
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| Level 5 | Wednesday 7:15PM-8:00PM |
Adult/Teen Learn to Swim Class: Learn to conquer your fears and have fun in the water! This 45-minute class will focus on getting comfortable in the water, learning floating techniques, survival skills and basic swimming strokes. The class will be tailored to meet each participant’s needs so that they can become confident in the water.
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Adult/Teen Learn to Swim |
Monday 7:15PM-8:00PM |
*Summer Session Registration Opens - May 16th @ 7AM
Registration:
When registering, please select the confirm button at the bottom of the registration process. You should receive a confirmation email when registration is successfully completed.
Scholarship/Grant Opportunities:
It is WHAT's mission to make sure that every child has an opportunity to swim regardless of their financial situation. WHAT has secured and offers scholarship grants for our Learn to Swim and Swim Team programs, but funds are limited. The process is confidential and uncomplicated. Please contact us at [email protected] if you you would like more information. All applications and awards are confidential.
Waitlist Registration:
Due to the overwhelming response to our group lessons we are unable to offer waitlist registration at this time.
Canceling Registration:
Registrations canceled for Group Lessons will be subject to a $5 processing fee if done 24 hours prior to the beginning of the first class. Canceling a registration less than 24 hours prior to the first class or after the classes have started will result in you being charged the entire cost of the group lesson classes.
WHAT Swim School Class Cancellation Policy:
WHAT Swim School and WHAT Swim Team will be closed whenever the Woodland Hills School District closes for the day or cancels all after-school programs. In addition to school district announcements made through local news outlets, WHAT Swim School will notify participants, as soon as possible, by email and post the information on our website. WHAT Swim School only offers make-up dates for missed lessons if WHAT Swim School cancels the lesson.
Contact Coach Anna, What Swim School Director, with any questions or to learn more about our programs.
Important: Health and Safety Protocols for Swim School:
In order to make sure we follow all guidelines and respect the rules and regulations set forth by the CDC, Allegheny County Health Dept as well as the Woodland Hills School District, WHAT Swim School has put in place the following procedures:
- Swimmers will enter the pool through the designated doorway of the high school and check-in with a lifeguard or instructor before entering the pool. Details regarding entrance and exit from the pool area will be emailed to all participants prior to the first class.
- Class participants will wait on the blue benches, as directed by swim school staff, for their lesson to begin and leave their belongings.
- Parent/Guardian(s) are permitted to accompany their child to the check-in area at the pool facility and can view lessons from the spectator seating area. Our registered class participants (swimmers) 6 years old and younger are permitted to have 1 parent/guardian accompany them on the pool deck to ensure safe entry and exit from the pool area.
WHAT Locker Room Use Policy:
- In accordance with USA Swimming Safe Sport policies, our locker rooms are only open to swimmers under 18 years old. Adults are not permitted in the locker rooms.
- Swimmers, if possible, should come to the pool ready to swim so that changing for class is not necessary.
- Upon exiting the pool, swimmers under 18, who do not need adult supervision can use the locker rooms to change or can pull clothes over their swimsuits to exit the facility.
- Swimmers who require the assistance of an adult to change, can use the restrooms adjacent to the balcony spectator seating area or can pull clothes over their swimsuits to exit the facility.
Health and Safety/COVID-19 Disclaimer:
The Woodland Hills Aquatic Team (WHAT) follows the guidelines and rules set by the CDC, the Allegheny County Health Department and the Woodland Hills School District. An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. By attending and participating in the WHAT Swim School program, attendees voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.
- Contact Coach Anna, What Swim School Director, if you have any questions or concerns about the safety of the WHAT Swim School program
