Aquatics at the JCC
WELCOME swimmers!
Members enjoy temperature controlled indoor pools in our Squirrel Hill and South Hills Facilities, year-round.
The outdoor Family Park pool in Monroeville is open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
Squirrel Hill Facilities:
The Katz Family Swimming Complex
Squirrel Hill Lap Pool:
25 yards·7 practice lanes (6 competitive lanes) · Depth 3’6” to 4’6″ · 80 degrees
Squirrel Hill Small Pool:
50 feet (6 lengths =100 yards) · 3 lanes · Depth: 2’10” to 4” · 90 degrees · Hydraulic lift
South Hills Facilities:
Contact Will Sherman [email protected]
Aquatics Coordinator South Hills and Family Park
The Charles M. Morris Aquatics Center
South Hills Lap Pool:
25-yard, 6 lanes · Depth: 3 to 6 feet · Hydraulic lift and access stair.
The JCC Family Park in Monroeville (Summer):
· Olympic-size outdoor swimming pool
· Diving board
· Walk-in baby pool with sprayground
Learn more HERE
JCC Sailfish Swim School: Tadpole to Olympian!
At the JCC Sailfish Swim School we believe swimming is a necessary life skill and it is our responsibility to support water safety education in the community.
We provide high quality group and private swim lessons. Our friendly, energetic, and enthusiastic team, and continuously update and improve our teaching methods.
Our newly formatted swim lessons are taught across all JCC locations with consistent instruction and levels no matter which JCC site you choose.
JCC Sailfish Swim Team
JCC Sailfish, for ages 6-18, is a year-round competitive USA Swimming team offering expert coaching in an encouraging and supportive environment for motivated swimmers.
The JCC Sailfish Swim Team is a USA Swimming program that is part of Allegheny Mountain Swimming.
For more information email [email protected]
The JCC Sailfish Swim Team at the JCC Squirrel Hill, for ages 6-18, is a year-round competitive USA Swimming team offering expert coaching in an encouraging and supportive environment for motivated swimmers. The JCC Sailfish Swim Team is a USA Swimming program that is part of Allegheny Mountain Swimming.
For more information email [email protected]
Jimmy Goldman Masters Swim Team Program
Honoring the Legacy of Jimmy Goldman z”l, the Jimmy Goldman Masters Swim Team Program is held year-round at the JCC’s Squirrel Hill and Family Park (summer only) pools for adult swimmers.
Goldman was the lead architect of the JCC’s flagship Irene Kaufmann Building in Squirrel Hill, and aquatics center designer at both the JCC South Hills and Emma Kaufmann Camp. His expertise, enthusiasm and genuine loving kindness shaped generations of adult swimmers at the JCC. A JCC “lifer,” Goldman co-founded the Masters Swim Team program that began at the JCC’s Henry Kaufmann Family Park in Monroeville along with JCC swim team coach, Al Rose.
For more information, contact Elie Golin [email protected]
Jack Morris Invitational Swim Meet
Join us for the annual swim meet honoring the memory of beloved swim teacher and coach Jack Morris, held every spring. Participants include Squirrel Hill and South Hills Swim Team members, Sharks, and approved private lesson participants.
To make a contribution to the Jack Morris Endowment Fund for JCC Aquatics, call the JCC or donate online at donate.jccpgh.org/donate. The Jack Morris Endowment Fund provides scholarships for children to participate in JCC swimming programs.
JCC Pool Schedules
Aquatics Programs
GROUP SWIM LESSONS
Contact: Elie Golin [email protected]
NEXT SESSION STARTS THE FIRST WEEK OF NOVEMBER.
Registration opens Thursday, October 15
SWIM SCHOOL CLASS LEVELS
Parents and Me: 6 months-2.5 years
Parent and child together in the water help child get comfortable getting wet in a fun environment.
PreK Swim Beginner: Ages 2.5-5 Child is independent under supervision of instructor. Learn to get in the water solo, put head under water, blow bubbles, floating on back. All with assistance.
PreK Swim Advanced: Ages 2.5-5
Same as above with limited assistance.
Level 1: Ages 6-12
Level 1 is an introduction to swimming. Students will work, with assistance, on face submersion, floating on both front and back, and proper arm and leg action for treading water. Students will learn front and back crawl basics, kicking, and will work to improve skills and coordination.
Level 2: Ages 6-12
Level 2 students will begin to build endurance in their front and back crawl. Students should be able to perform skills with little to no assistance. To pass out of this course, they must be able to swim the width of the pool doing both front and back crawl with some ease, along with rhythmic breathing. Students must be comfortable in water depth above their heads. They will also be learning elementary backstroke.
Level 3: Ages 6-12
Students must be able to demonstrate the front and back crawl for at least 15 yards. They must also be able to tread water for 30 seconds and be comfortable in deep water. The objective of this level is to work on front crawl, back crawl, rhythmic breathing, and body roll. Elements of sidestroke will be introduced.
Level 4: Ages 6-12
Stroke improvement, focus on building participant confidence, imporoving stroke proficiency and introducing new aquatic skills. Students must be able to swim 25 yards freestyle and 25 yards backstroke to enroll in this level.
Adults
Adult Beginner: Ages 13+
Learning how to feel comfortable in the water, floating,
breathing, learning the basic strokes.
Adult Advanced: Ages 13+
Learning how to swim for fitness.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private Swim Lessons
To schedule one-on-one instruction, please fill out this form.
Squirrel Hill currently has a wait list. We will respond to inquiries when there is availability.
Price:
- 30 minutes: $50/member; $60/non-member (South Hills Only)
- Six 30-minute sessions: $250/member; $300/non-member (South Hills Only)
- Ten 30-minute sessions: $400/member; $500/non-member (South Hills Only)
AQUATIC FITNESS
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Exercise Gentle movements increase joint flexibility and range of motion, while restoring or maintaining muscle strength. Wednesdays and Fridays 11:00 AM -11:45 AM. Small pool. No fee.
Aqua Aerobics
This aerobic class includes total body conditioning and toning. Wednesdays and Fridays 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM. Lap pool. No fee.
Aqua Flow
Focus on balance and coordination with yoga adaptations and light stretching. Tuesday & Thursday 9AM.
Shake, Splash, & Roll
Bursts of full body aerobic exercise combined with strength, flexibility, and balance exercises. Weekdays 11AM.
SilverSplash
Short bursts of cardiovascular aerobic exercise are combined with a series of strength, flexibility and balance exercises using a specially designed SilverSneakers® kickboard. Mon-Fri 11-11:45. Small pool. No fee.
Aqua WalkOut
Enjoy gentle, slow movements in the warm water. Walk forward, backward and sideways as arms assist your movements. Stay as long as you like—this group has the warm water pool space for an hour. Tuesdays and Thursdays 8 AM Small pool. No fee.
CERTIFICATIONS
Dates for Water Safety Certifications and Lifeguard Certification will be posted soon.
Looking to Join Our Team? We’re hiring for SWIM!
The JCC is seeking part-time lifeguards/group/private swim lesson instructors! All applicants are required a minimum of 1-3 years swim instructor experience. Applicants must have up-to-date American Red Cross Lifeguarding, First Aid, & CPR/AED certifications. Water Safety Instructor Certification (WSI) is preferred. A free health membership is offered upon hire. All candidates must possess or obtain Act 33/34, FBI clearances, and mandated reporter training.
Learn more about employment opportunities and apply HERE.
For more information, contact Elie Golin [email protected]
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