Pasadena offers summer swimming classes

A refreshing dip in the pool is still the best antidote for summer heat.

Due to swimming’s popularity this time of year, parents are encouraged to register their families early for the first session of swim lessons offered by the city of Pasadena.

Early bird walk-in registration will be offered Saturday, June 12; online registration will be available June 14 at www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve.

Swim lessons for groups or individuals will be offered through the Pasadena Human Services and Recreation Department from June 28 to August 13.

The first session includes five 45-minute classes Mondays through Fridays and is based on the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim safety program designed for ages 4 to 18.

Walk-in registration is from 9 a.m. to noon at two locations:

* For Blair High School, Robinson Park and Villa-Parke Community Center pools, register at Jackie Robinson Center, 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave.

* For CORAL and Pasadena High School pools, register at Victory Park, 2575 Paloma St.

Pasadena residents receive discounts on fees. Those eligible may receive financial assistance.

Recreational swimming is also available at all pools except CORAL Monday through Saturday afternoons. Some pools are open Sundays as well. Participants may choose to purchase daily passes or seasonal family passes.

For more information call (626) 744-7530.