For the health and enjoyment of all swimmers, please abide by the following:

• Expect to share a lane.  If there are 3 or more swimmers, you must circle swim

• Swim in a counterclockwise direction staying on the right side of the lane

• Try to swim with others of your own pace

• Pass only when the passing lane (middle of lane) is clear

• Avoid congregating at end walls

• Move to far corners of the lane if you need to stop

• Be courteous and use caution at all times while swimming

• Swimming and Diving Clinic
• Youth Group & Private Swimming Lessons
• Teen/Adult Group & Private Swimming Lessons
• Dive Clinics
• Lifeguard Training, Challenge & Instructor Courses
• Water Safety Instructor Courses
• PADI SCUBA Courses
• Discover SCUBA Courses
• American Red Cross Courses
• Swinney Splash
• Rentals
• College Credit Courses
• Rules & Regulations

Swimming and Diving Clinic

This program is to provide instruction to assist swimmers (ranging from beginning to intermediate) improve their swimming and diving skills. It is designed to give participants a positive experience while refining swimming and diving basics. This program is beneficial to the leisure or recreational swimmer as well as candidates interested in Lifeguard or Water Safety Instruction certifications.

Swimming and Diving clinics are available for UMKC Students and SRC Members for $10.00. Non-members' fees are $15.00 (includes a day pass to SRC for individuals who are 18 years of age and older.

Youth Swimming Lessons (Group):

American Red Cross Learn to Swim instruction provides children opportunities for achievement at various skill levels. The Pre-School class is a parent/child program that introduces the younger swimmer to the aquatic environment and encourages locomotion. The Beginner class helps swimmers become comfortable in the water and create a foundation of skills. The Intermediate class helps further develop and refine skills.

Private, Semi-Private, & Small Group Swimming Lessons are available for swimmers ages 3 to adult.  Private lessons are $20.00 per lesson, Semi-Private lessons are $12.50 per person per lesson, and Small Group lessons are $10.00 per lesson.  Each lesson is 30 minutes; times are based on your time preference and instructor availability. Scheduling may take up to two weeks, be sure to include your time preference with registration information.

Teen/Adult Swimming Lessons (Group):

This swim program is for adults and teens who would like to improve their skills.  The main focus will be on increasing the swimming skill competency of each swimmer based on their individual ability and needs. 

Private, Semi-Private, & Small Group Swimming Lessons are available for swimmers ages 3 to adult.  Private lessons are $20.00 per lesson, Semi-Private lessons are $12.50 per person per lesson, and Small Group lessons are $10.00 per lesson.  Each lesson is 30 minutes; times are based on your time preference and instructor availability. Scheduling may take up to two weeks, be sure to include your time preference with registration information.

Dive Clinics provides instruction to help swimmers of all ages develop their diving skills. It is designed to give participants a positive experience while learning to dive using logical progression. Additional time will be allowed for recreational swimming as well.

Dive Clinics are available for UMKC Students and SRC Members for $5.00. Non-Members are $10.00 (includes day pass for individuals who are 18 years of age & older).

Lifeguard Training Courses:

Lifeguard Training Courses

Lifeguard Training Courses teach lifeguard candidates the skills and knowledge needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. The course content and activities prepare candidates to work at traditional pools. At the completion of the course, students will be certified in Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and AED Training.  Prerequisites are: minimum age 15, 300 yard swim and timed 10lb brick retrieval at a depth of 7 - 10 feet.

Lifeguard Training Course Fees are $185.00 ($160.00 course fee + $25.00 non-refundable skills test administration fee).

Lifeguard Training Challenge

Lifeguard Training Challenge provides individuals the opportunity to prove their competencies in specific knowledge and skills for the Basic Lifeguarding Certification. All responsibility for preparedness rests solely on the participant (may attempt a challenge only one time).

Lifeguard Training Challenge Course Fees are $70.00.

Lifeguard Instructor Training

Lifeguard Instructor Training trains instructor candidates to teach Lifeguard Training (First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, Oxygen Administration, and Bloodborne Pathogens Training). Please call 816.235.2796 for more details regarding the course and prerequisites.

Lifeguard Instructor Training Course Fees are $240.00.

Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Courses:

Water Safety Instructor (WSI) trains individuals to teach American Red Cross swimming and water safety courses. Training includes course planning, organizing, skill development, teaching methods, and program development. Pre-requisites are: minimum age 16; successfully pass the pre-course session, which includes demonstrating the 6 main strokes and treading water; and completion of the Fundamentals of Instructor Training (FIT), which will be held at the beginning of the course.

WSI Course Fees are $200.00 ($175.00 course fee + $25.00 non-refundable skills test administration fee). 

SCUBA - PADI Open Water Diver is the most widely recognized & respected SCUBA diving certification in the world. Within a few classes, you can be enjoying the underwater world! Nothing compares to the ‘weightless’ exhilaration of breathing underwater.  If you have an appetite for excitement and adventure, odds are you can become a SCUBA  diver. This is part one of a two part course. The fee for the one weekend pool & classroom portion is $185.00 and includes: use of Diver Manual, Recreational Dive Planner & Workbook, Adventure Logbook, Student Record Folder, use of videos/DVDs, the use of BCD, tank, regulator, weights, mask, snorkel and fins. You also can get a referral at no additional cost and receive 20% off SCUBA gear!

Only one weekend course is required for certification. The registration deadline is generally one week in advance before each weekend course. Courses are offered throughout the semester and fill up quickly. Generally, six or more participants are required for courses to take place. While some classes are offered at UMKC, at times, classes occur at an off-campus location. Times and locations are subject to change.

SCUBA - PADI Open Water Diver Course Fees are $185.00. A small administration fee not to exceed $10.00 per person will be charged separately at off-campus locations.

Discover SCUBA Courses introduce potential divers to breathing underwater. With minimal explanation, new divers begin using SCUBA equipment and experience a shallow water dive in a pool under direct instructor supervision. Discover SCUBA dispels many of the common misconceptions about SCUBA diving by letting people try it for themselves. Discover SCUBA encourages participants to continue their dive education by enrolling in a PADI Open Water Dive Course, offered by SCUBA Adventures through UMKC, and earn certification.

American Red Cross Courses:

General Water Safety provides individuals with an awareness of the importance of water safety and to provide general information being safe in, on or around the water. While you’re there you can find additional information about the aquatic programs offered by SRC.  This dry-land event is free for all UMKC students and SRC members but you must RSVP in advance.

CPR for the Pro Rescuer w/AED Challenge provides individuals the opportunity to prove their competencies in specific knowledge and skills for the CPR for the Pro Rescuer w/AED. The challenge is designed for someone who is currently certified and just needs to renew their certification. Uncertified individuals may enroll, but All responsibility for preparedness rests solely on the participant.

CPR for the Pro Rescuer w/AED Challenge Course Fees are $30.00.

After a busy week studying, come and cool off in the pool where you can join in a pick-up game of water basketball or just relax on a noodle.  The diving boards will also be open and music will be blasting!  While you’re there you can find more information about the pool hours and other aquatic programs such as swim classes or SCUBA diving!  This will be a fun and refreshing way to start the weekend! This is a free event open to all UMKC students; but it must be co-sponsored by an affiliated UMKC organization.  Get your group to set up a splash event today!

Pool Rentals are available outside regularly scheduled pool operational hours.  Our professional staff will be duty to provide a safe environment.  The pool is a perfect place to have a fun social gathering. Contact 816.235.2796 to reserve the pool today. 

College Credit Courses for college credit are also offered through UMKC at SRC. Check out the most recent course catalog for more information.

Aqua Sphere swim goggles are for sale ($15.00 each). These goggles are easy to adjust, soft and flexible for ultimate comfort and fit. Kids' goggles and SEAL masks are also available.  

• The use of any part of the Aquatic Center is prohibited unless supervised by an SRC lifeguard or other approved staff.  Designated hours are posted

• Lifeguards have the authority on all matters in the Aquatic Center and must be obeyed at all times

• No diving in shallow water

• Purposeful hyperventilation is strictly prohibited

• Swimming under the bulkhead is strictly prohibited

• The emergency alert system is one long whistle blast, all patrons must exit the pool

• Personal items should be placed in lockers

• Appropriate swimming attire is to be worn at all times

• Swimmers must remove bandages or adhesive tape before entering the pool

• Food, gum, and glass containers are not allowed within the Aquatic Center

• Running, pushing, shoving or horseplay is not permitted. One must walk on the deck

• Diving boards may only be used when permitted. Proper diving board use must be followed at all times

• Teaching lessons for personal gain is not permitted

• Follow healthy swimming behaviors (practice good hygiene). Showers are required before entering pool. Do not swim when ill with diarrhea. Do not swallow pool water. Patrons with skin diseases, infections, or open sores are not permitted to use pool. Nose blowing and spitting in the pool or gutters is not allowed

WARNING: Failure to follow any and/or all guidelines may result in injury, illness, or death