Myrtle Beach has two indoor swimming pools, one at Pepper Geddings Recreation Center and one at Canal Street Recreation Center.  Both offer a variety of swim lessons, classes and activities for all ages, including open swim times.  Check out the listings below.  For more information about aquatics, call the Aquatics Office at 843-918-2280 or 843-918-2285.   

PEPPER GEDDINGS AQUATICS PROGRAMS

LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION CLASSES

The Myrtle Beach Aquatics Division will offer American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification classes this winter and spring at Pepper Geddings Recreation Center.  A $20 Non-Refundable Deposit is due at the time of registration.  This deposit will be applied to course fees upon successful completion of the Pre-Course Session.   The Course Fee is $150 for city residents or $250 for non-city residents and includes certification (if all material is completed satisfactorily), a pocket mask and a whistle.  For more, call the Aquatics Division at 918-2280 or come by Pepper Geddings to register.  Here are the course dates

February 21- March 3, 2012

Registration begins January 26.

Mandatory pre-course swim test is February 16 from 7:00-8:30 p.m.

Class meets Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30-8:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00-4:00 p.m.

April 9-13, 2012

Registration begins March 15.

Mandatory pre-course swim test is April 5 from 7:00-8:30 p.m.

Class meets Monday through Friday from 9:00-4:00 p.m.

May 1- May 12, 2012

Registration begins April 15.

Mandatory pre-course swim test is April 26 from 7:00-8:30 p.m.

Class meets Monday and Wednesday from 5:30-8:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00-4:00 p.m.

Space is limited, so register early.  Get certified now for summer!

SWIM LESSONS

Registration is underway for 2012 swim lessons.  Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays for four weeks. Here are the 2012 sessions and registration dates.

Winter 1   Registration begins December  11

Saturday classes begin January 21

Winter 2  Registration begins January 26

Pepper Geddings Classes begin February 7

Canal Street Classes begin February 13

Spring 1    Registration begins February 23

Pepper Geddings Classes begin March 6

Canal Street Classes begin March 12

Spring 2    Registration begins March 22

Pepper Geddings Classes begin April 16

Canal Street Classes begin April 17

Summer Programs

Registration begins April 24

CLASS AGES AND FEES

Infant/Toddler:  Ages 6 – 36 months

Fees:  $25 City Resident / $42 Non City Resident

Pre-School:  Ages 3 to 5 years

Fees:  $25 City Resident / $42 Non City Resident

Youth:  Ages 5 to 12 years

Fees:  $35 City Resident / $58 Non City Resident

Adult:  Ages 13 and up

Fees:  $35 City Resident / $58 Non City Resident

For ages five and under – $25.00 city resident/$42.00 non-city resident

For ages over five – $35.00 city resident/$58.00 non-city resident

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Pre-School Swim Classes, Ages 3-5

Pre-School 1 - This class is for children with minimal or no water experience.  It is for non-swimming children who are not yet comfortable putting their face in the water.

Pre-School 2 - This class is for children who are comfortable in the water, can put their face in, but are not yet swimming or floating (front and back) on their own.

Pre-School 3 - This class is for children who are very comfortable in the water, can front and back float for at least 5 seconds with NO assistance, and are swimming on their own with NO assistance or floatation device.

Youth Swim Classes, Ages 5-12

Level 1 – This class is for children with minimal or no water experience.  Non-swimming children who are not yet comfortable with their face in the water belong in this class.

Level 2 – This class is for children with some water experience who are comfortable putting their faces in the water, but are not yet swimming on their own.

Level 3 – This class is for children who can swim and float unassisted on both the front and back, but are just beginning to work on strokes.

Level 4 – This class is for children who can swim front and back crawl for 15 yards and tread water for at least 30 seconds.

Level 5 – This class is for children who can swim 25 yards of front and back crawl, as well as 15 yards of breaststroke and elementary backstroke.

Adult Swim Lessons:  Overcome your fears and gain comfort and skill in the water.  Whatever the reason, there is no time like the present to get in the water.  Enjoy the fitness and leisure opportunities that swimming has to offer.  Classes are offered throughout the year on Tuesday and Thursday.  Check the front desk for start times and dates.  Fees:  $35 for City Residents and $58 for Non-City Residents for eight lessons.

AQUATIC EXERCISE CLASSES 

Adult Swim Clinic/Workout:  Have it your way!  On deck coaching to provide you with what you need.  One hour of stroke instruction utilizing drills combined with a challenging workout geared to your level of ability.  Perfect your strokes, increase your strength and endurance, and enjoy a fun group workout.  Free with admission to the center.  Meet on deck at Pepper Geddings Recreation Center Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Off the Deep End:  Jump into the Deep End for a challenging water workout.  This is a high intensity, non-impact aerobic exercise class.  “Off the Deep End” is an excellent cross-training and rehabilitative opportunity using the benefits of the water to reduce swelling and decrease healing time.  The water workout helps build core muscular strength, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness.  Class members wear buoyancy belts for added floatation but should be comfortable in deep water.  Classes meet Tuesday and Thursday from 9-9:45 a.m. or 7-7:45 p.m. at Pepper Geddings Recreation Center.  Drop-in fees are $5 for city residents, $8 for non-city residents or get an 18 visit punch card for $45 for city residents or $75 for non-city residents.

Hydroaerobics:  The perfect blend of water and workout!  This is a low impact, fast paced aerobic program designed to improve heart-lung capacity, flexibility and muscular strength.  The class is held in the shallow end of the pool, so no swimming skills are needed.  Class meets from 9:00 – 9:45 a.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.  Drop-in fees are $5 for city residents, $8 for non-city residents or get a punch card for $45 for city residents or $75 for non-city residents.

CANAL STREET AQUATIC PROGRAMS

SWIM LESSONS

Registration is underway for 2012 swim lessons.  Classes meet Mondays and Wednesdays for four weeks or Saturday mornings for eight weeks. Here are the 2012 sessions and registration dates.

Winter 1   Registration begins December  11

Canal Street Classes begin January 9

Pepper Geddings Classes begin January 10

Saturday classes begin January 21

Winter 2  Registration begins January 26

Pepper Geddings Classes begin February 7

Canal Street Classes begin February 13

Spring 1    Registration begins February 23

Pepper Geddings Classes begin March 6

Canal Street Classes begin March 12

Spring 2    Registration begins March 22

Pepper Geddings Classes begin April 16

Canal Street Classes begin April 17

Summer Programs

Registration begins April 24

CLASS AGES AND FEES

Infant/Toddler:  Ages 6 – 36 months

Fees:  $25 City Resident / $42 Non City Resident

Pre-School:  Ages 3 to 5 years

Fees:  $25 City Resident / $42 Non City Resident

Youth:  Ages 5 to 12 years

Fees:  $35 City Resident / $58 Non City Resident

Adult:  Ages 13 and up

Fees:  $35 City Resident / $58 Non City Resident

For ages five and under – $25.00 city resident/$42.00 non-city resident

For ages over five – $35.00 city resident/$58.00 non-city resident

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Infant/Toddler and Pre-school

Infant/Toddler - Developed for children 6 months to 3 years of age:  American Red Cross Parent and Child Aquatics builds swimming readiness by emphasizing fun in the water.  Parents and children participate in several guided practice sessions that help children learn elementary skills, including water entry, bubble blowing, front kicking, back floating, underwater exploration and more.  **Special Requirements:  An adult must accompany the child in the water, and swim diapers are required for those children who are not potty-trained.

Pre-School 1 - This class is for children with minimal or no water experience.  It is for non-swimming children who are not yet comfortable putting their face in the water.

Pre-School 2 - This class is for children who are comfortable in the water, can put their face in, but are not yet swimming or floating (front and back) on their own.

Pre-School 3 - This class is for children who are very comfortable in the water, can front and back float for at least 5 seconds with NO assistance, and are swimming on their own with NO assistance or floatation device.

Youth Swim Classes

Level 2 – This class is for children with some water experience who are comfortable putting their faces in the water, but are not yet swimming on their own.

Level 3 – This class is for children who can swim and float unassisted on both the front and back, but are just beginning to work on strokes.

Level 4 – This class is for children who can swim front and back crawl for 15 yards and tread water for at least 30 seconds.

Level 5 – This class is for children who can swim 25 yards of front and back crawl, as well as 15 yards of breaststroke and elementary backstroke.

AQUATIC EXERCISE CLASSES

Adult Swim Clinic/Workout:  Have it your way!  This clinic offers on-deck coaching to provide you with what you need.  One hour of stroke instruction utilizing drills combined with a challenging workout geared to your level of ability.  Perfect your strokes, increase your strength and endurance and enjoy a fun group workout.  Free with admission to the center.  Meet on deck at Canal Street Recreation Center, Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

Aqua Surge:  A non-stop, intense, interval style class which focuses on strength, core stability and cardio.  It is designed to challenge everyone, from the seasoned water exerciser, weekend warrior, cross-training athlete or the fitness challenged.  Come expecting to have fun, work hard, and maybe even get your hair wet.  Water shoes strongly recommended, but not required.  Class meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 12:00 – 12:45 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 – 6:15 p.m.  Drop-in fees are $5 for city residents, $8 for non-city residents or get an 18 visit punch card for $45 for city residents or $75 for non-city residents.

Jivin’ Joints:  A water exercise class designed for individuals with a form of arthritis or related condition.  Jivin’ Joints offers gentle range of motion and endurance activities under the guidance of an Arthritis Foundation trained instructor.  This class is suitable for “pre-hab:” or “re-hab” of hips and knees.  This class focuses on functional skills, core stability and balance.  Class meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.  Drop-in fees are $5 for city residents, $8 for non-city residents or get an 18 visit punch card for $45 for city residents or $75 for non-city residents.

MYRTLE BEACH MARLINS AND HURRICANES SWIM TEAMS

The Myrtle Beach Marlins and Myrtle Beach Hurricanes are a year-round recreational swim teams. The Marlins swim at Pepper Geddings Recreation Center, while the Hurricanes swim at Canal Street Recreation Center.  Both compete in the Grand Strand Recreational Swim League (GSSL), comprised of six teams from the greater Grand Strand area. 

Our swim teams focus on the fundamentals of swimming and training and, most of all, having fun!  Swimmers work hard and build relationships that will last them a lifetime, while learning skills that will help them throughout their lives. 

Join the Team!  Here are the registration forms for the Marlins and the Hurricanes.  For more information about the Marlins, contact Head Coach Amanda Bowles at 843-918-2280.  For more information about the Hurricanes, contact Head Coach Tarik Cooper at 843-918-1465.  Annual registration fee in addition to group fees:  $15 City Resident / $25 Non-City Resident. 

2011-2012 GSSL Meet Schedule (and results)

·         Turkey Meet Results (November 21, 2011)

·         January 14 – New Year Pentathlon, Pepper Geddings Recreation Center  (Pentathlon Meet entry form and information)

·         February 11 – Valentine Meet, Coastal Carolina University

·         March 17 – Pot O’ Gold Meet, Georgetown YMCA

·         April 28 – Bunny Dip Meet, City of Conway Recreation

·         May 4 – League Awards Banquet, location to be determined

PEPPER GEDDINGS POOL SCHEDULE  (through June 1)

Lap Swim

6:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. – Monday-Friday (two lap lanes minimum)

12:00 - 2:30 p.m. – Monday-Friday (six lap lanes minimum)

5:30 - 8:45 p.m. – Monday-Thursday (three lap lanes minimum)

5:30 - 6:15 p.m. – Friday (three lap lanes minimum)

12:00 - 4:45 p.m. – Saturday (three lap lanes minimum)

Senior Swim/Adult Swim

10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. – Monday-Friday (shallow end and six lanes)

Open Swim for Adult Exercise/Family Swim Only

6:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. – Monday-Friday (shallow end)

12:00 - 2:30 p.m. – Monday-Friday

Open Swim

3:00 - 5:00 p.m. – Monday, Wednesday and Friday (shallow end)

7:30 - 8:45 p.m. – Monday-Thursday (diving board upon request)

12:00 - 4:45 p.m. – Saturday (diving board open 12:00 – 3:00 p.m.)

CANAL STREET POOL SCHEDULE  (through June 1)

Lap Swim

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. – Monday-Friday (three lap lanes minimum)

4:30 - 7:45 p.m. – Monday and Wednesday (two lap lanes minimum)

5:30 - 7:45 p.m. – Tuesday and Thursday (two lap lanes minimum)

4:30 - 6:15 p.m. – Friday (three lanes)

Open Swim for Adult Exercise Only

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. – Monday-Friday (limited space)

Open Swim

1:00 - 4:00 p.m. – Monday-Friday (three open lanes)

Combo Swim (lap/open)

1:00 - 4:30 p.m. – Saturday (three lap lanes/three open lanes)