Aquatic Programs

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS & AQUATIC PERSONAL TRAINING

Private lessons are a perfect option for swimmers looking to gain confidence in skills or get a competitive edge.  Our lessons give youth or adults individualized attention to master swimming skills by setting your own goals with the instructor. The instructor will then customize lessons to meet these objectives.  All lessons are at The Lodge Indoor Pool. New or interested participants should complete the Private Swim Lesson Request Form online. Our staff will then contact you to schedule lessons based on your schedule and staff availability. Requested lesson times are not a guarantee, especially during peak times. To cancel or reschedule a lesson, contact our private swim lesson coordinator at 314.835.6145 or psl@desperesmo.org.

COST:

Cost is per package with a maximum of two participants of similar ability allowed in a lesson.  Each lesson takes place at the indoor pool and is 30 minutes. Click on the link below to purchase the package:

1 Lesson - $38/Member & Resident; $53/Non-Resident

3 Lessons - $90/Member & Resident; $126/Non-Resident

6 Lessons - $170/Member & Resident; $238/Non-Resident

9 Lessons - $246/Member & Resident; $344/Non-Resident

AVAILABLE DAYS & TIMES:

Dates and times will be arranged by the Private Swim Lesson Coordinator for a time that works best for you and your schedule. For new customers, please click here to request private swim lessons online (free).  Returning customers please select one of the corresponding packages above.  Swim lessons will be arranged within 7 to 10 business days of submitting your form depending on peak season availability.   Peak swim lesson times are not a guarantee during the busy swim season of March-June. Availability and times change frequently and may be limited due to high demand. 

Monday: 10 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 4 - 5 p.m., 7 - 8 p.m. 

Tuesday: 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. 

Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 12p.m., 4 – 5 p.m., 7 - 8 p.m. 

Thursday: 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. 

Friday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. 

Saturday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. 

Sunday: 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Our private instructors have all had previous experience and are very enthusiastic about teaching swimming lessons. Private swimming lessons are only taught by our most experienced instructors, many of whom have their Water Safety Instruction Certification from the American Red Cross.

CANCELLATIONS & RESCHEDULING

To cancel or reschedule a lesson during the office hours listed below, please contact our private swim lesson coordinator at psl@desperesmo.org  or 314.835.6145. During evening or weekend hours please contact The Lodge Front desk at 314.835.6150 and ask for the Supervisor on Duty so we can notify your instructor. 

Office Hours:

Monday- Friday: 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

In the event of severe weather, it is at the discretion of both the instructor and the participant whether or not to hold the lesson.

POLICIES

• No more than two participants are allowed in any half hour session.
• All participants must be age 3 or older to start private swim lessons.
• Cancellations made 24 hours in advance will be rescheduled.
• Cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance will not be rescheduled.
• You may reschedule one session per three lesson package, two sessions per six lesson package, and three sessions per nine lesson package.
• All private swim lesson packages have an expiration of one year.
• All lesson dates within the swim lesson package purchased must be scheduled in advance with the private swim lesson coordinator.