Looking for free swim lessons in Dallas for your child this school year? The Dallas Park and Recreation Department is partnering with Dallas ISD to offer free evening swim training at several Dallas ISD-area pools throughout the 2026–27 school year.
The program is designed for Dallas ISD students ages 6–18, with instruction for multiple swimming levels. It can also help older students prepare for swim team tryouts or explore becoming a City of Dallas lifeguard.
And yes—the swim lessons are free.
🏊 Who Can Participate?
The free swim training is available to:
- Students enrolled in Dallas ISD
- Children and teens ages 6–18
- Students interested in improving their swimming skills
- Students preparing for swim team tryouts
- Students interested in eventually becoming a lifeguard
The program offers Course Levels 1–4, with classes lasting approximately 40 minutes.
🛟 Interested in Becoming a Lifeguard?
Students 15 and older who are interested in becoming a City of Dallas lifeguard can also use the evening swim program to get started.
Lifeguard Readiness registration is available onsite during the evening lesson program. Staff can explain how to prepare for and apply for the City’s lifeguard certification course.
Important: Lifeguard Readiness is preparation and registration—it is not the lifeguard certification course itself.
📋 How Registration Works
This is one of the most important things parents need to know:
Registration is NOT online.
Families must register in person at the pool where they want their child to take lessons.
Registration begins at 4:30 PM on the designated registration date for each location.
Once you arrive, you’ll complete a registration form and staff will help determine the appropriate course level and class time for your student.
Class times are generally:
- 5:00 PM
- 5:45 PM
- 6:25 PM
Each class lasts approximately 40 minutes.
What Should You Bring?
You’ll need your student’s Dallas ISD student ID number as well as general household information.
WeekendSprout recommends having that information ready before you arrive to make registration easier.
You can print and complete the registration form ahead of time, but doing so does not allow you to skip the registration line.
Also keep in mind that each student is limited to one class per location.
📅 2026–27 Free Swim Lesson Schedule
The program rotates between different pools throughout the school year.
🌊 September–October 2026
Pleasant Grove Pool
📍 8204 Alto Garden, Dallas, TX 75217
📅 Registration begins September 2 at 4:30 PM
📅 Program ends September 30
🏊 Mondays & Wednesdays
Sprague Pool
📍 3720 Boulder Dr., Dallas, TX 75233
📅 Registration begins September 3 at 4:30 PM
📅 Program ends October 1
🏊 Tuesdays & Thursdays
🌊 October–November 2026
Alamo Pool
📍 1940 S. Malcolm X Blvd., Dallas, TX 75226
📅 Registration begins October 5 at 4:30 PM
📅 Program ends November 4
🏊 Mondays & Wednesdays
White Rock Pool
📍 10205 Hermosa Dr., Dallas, TX 75218
📅 Registration begins October 6 at 4:30 PM
📅 Program ends November 5
🏊 Tuesdays & Thursdays
🌊 November–December 2026
Lisbon Pool
📍 4700 Horizon Dr., Dallas, TX 75216
📅 Registration begins November 9 at 4:30 PM
📅 Program ends December 16
🏊 Mondays & Wednesdays
Loos Pool
📍 3815 Spring Valley Rd., Dallas, TX 75001
📅 Registration begins November 10 at 4:30 PM
📅 Program ends December 17
🏊 Tuesdays & Thursdays
🌊 January–February 2027
Alamo Pool
📍 1940 S. Malcolm X Blvd., Dallas, TX 75226
📅 Registration begins January 18 at 4:30 PM
📅 Program ends February 17
🏊 Mondays & Wednesdays
White Rock Pool
📍 10205 Hermosa Dr., Dallas, TX 75218
📅 Registration begins January 19 at 4:30 PM
📅 Program ends February 18
🏊 Tuesdays & Thursdays
🌊 February–April 2027
Lisbon Pool
📍 4700 Horizon Dr., Dallas, TX 75216
📅 Registration begins February 22 at 4:30 PM
📅 Program ends March 31
🏊 Mondays & Wednesdays
Loos Pool
📍 3815 Spring Valley Rd., Dallas, TX 75001
📅 Registration begins February 23 at 4:30 PM
📅 Program ends April 1
🏊 Tuesdays & Thursdays
🌊 April–May 2027
Pleasant Grove Pool
📍 8204 Alto Garden, Dallas, TX 75217
📅 Registration begins April 5 at 4:30 PM
📅 Program ends May 5
🏊 Mondays & Wednesdays
Sprague Pool
📍 3720 Boulder Dr., Dallas, TX 75233
📅 Registration begins April 6 at 4:30 PM
📅 Program ends May 6
🏊 Tuesdays & Thursdays
👨👩👧 Why This Is a Great Opportunity for Dallas Families
Swimming is an important skill for children, but private swim lessons can become expensive quickly.
This program gives eligible Dallas ISD students the opportunity to receive ongoing swim instruction at no cost, while also helping older students explore opportunities such as competitive swimming and lifeguarding.
Because the program runs throughout the school year, families also have multiple opportunities to find a session at a participating pool.
📌 WeekendSprout Tips
Don’t wait until the first class to register. Registration begins on a specific date for each pool, and families need to register in person.
Before heading to the pool:
✔️ Have your child’s Dallas ISD student ID number ready
✔️ Bring the required household information
✔️ Check the registration date for your preferred pool
✔️ Arrive prepared to register in person
✔️ Ask staff about the appropriate course level
✔️ Follow @DallasAquatics for pool closures and program updates
For questions about the program, call or text 214-587-2868.
🏊♀️ A Free Opportunity Worth Knowing About
If your child is a Dallas ISD student between 6 and 18, this is definitely an opportunity to put on your radar.
Whether they’re learning the basics, building confidence in the water, preparing for swim team, or thinking ahead to lifeguard training, free swim instruction is a pretty great after-school opportunity.
WeekendSprout Tip: Save this article and check it before each registration period. The program rotates locations throughout the school year, so there’s a good chance a participating pool will be convenient for your family at some point.
Schedule and program details are based on information provided by Dallas Park and Recreation. Registration is subject to availability, and pool schedules can change. Check @DallasAquatics for closures and updates before attending.
