Registration is at the Palmer Park Recreation Center. Cash, check, credit or debit card is accepted. Checks are made payable to the City of Port Huron. Registration is on a first come, first serve basis. Mailed registration forms are processed at the end of the day that they are received. Mailed registrations are not guaranteed until an email/mail/phone call confirmation is received from the Recreation Department.
If a program is canceled, you will receive a full refund. Participants who cancel classes will receive a credit voucher (good for one year) for the value of their class.
In cooperation with Burtchville Township, Clyde Township, Fort Gratiot Township, and Port Huron Township, their residents have been afforded the City of Port Huron Residents’ Rate.
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*Due to the collaboration of participating townships with the City of Port Huron, please be prepared to show proof of residency at the time of registration.
Splash Bash Swim Parties!
Dates: June 15 & August 10
Time: 6:00–9:00 pm
Help us celebrate summer with a huge pool party! Drop off the kids for swimming, games, prizes, and pizza! Leave your pool toys at home, we’ve got you covered! Lifeguards are on duty and making sure your kids are safely signed in and out. Register early at the PalmerPark RecreationCenter or at Sanborn Pool! We’ll save a spot for you!
Ages: 6 & Older Location: Sanborn Pool
Fee: Resident $7, Non-Resident $14
Port Huron Appreciation Day at the Pool
Date: Friday, August 3
Time: 4:30–8:00 pm
We would like to invite all of the City of Port Huron Residents for an evening out. Come join us at Sanborn Pool for a FREE swim at the pool. We want to thank you for being a resident of Port Huron. Bring your family and neighbors out to enjoy your city pool. Enjoy music, fun and swimming!! Kick back and relax while our lifeguards ensure your safety.
Ages: All Ages Location: Sanborn Pool
Fee: FREE
Port Huron Swim Teams
Dates: June 18–August 10
Port Huron Hammerheads
Practice: M-TH 8:00-9:00 am
Port Huron Barracudas
Practice: M-TH 7:00-8:00 pm
Don’t miss this great opportunity to swim with the Port Huron Hammerheads or the Port Huron Barracudas in a fun and competitive environment. Get an opportunity to compete against other teams in St. Clair County. Be a part of a team in a fun environment. Improve swimming form, strokes, and endurance while having fun doing it! A meet schedule will be announced at the start of the program. All swim meets for both teams are on Fridays.
No transportation is provided to away meets, but car pools are organized with other parents.
Home meets start at 1 pm. Away meets start at 9 am.
Ages: 5-18 years
Location: Sanborn Pool
Fee: City of Port Huron Residents $65,
Burtchville, Clyde, Fort Gratiot & Port Huron Townships $105
Non-Residents $130
All participants must be able to swim one length of the pool (any stroke.) Participants will be tested on the first day.
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Session I: June 18–July 13
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 11:00-11:45 am
Session II: July 16–August 10
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 12:00-12:45 pm
Beginner Swim Lessons for Older Children
This program is for children over 6 years of age who are fearful of the water and have little or no swimming ability. This small group class will focus primarily on building the water safety skills necessary to remain safe in and around the water. The group will work on becoming comfortable in the aquatic environment, gain knowledge about water safety and build skills such as floating, kicking and paddling.
Ages: 6 & Older
Location: Sanborn Pool
Fee: Resident $30, Non-Resident $60
Discovery Guards
A new way for kids to develop and refine basic first aid, water safety skills, and swim endurance to become a Discovery Guard.
Session I: June 19–July 12
Tues. & Thurs. 10:00–10:45 am
Session II: July 17–August 9
Tues. & Thurs. 10:00–10:45 am
Pool Season (June 15th – August 12th)
A new way for kids to develop and refine basic first aid, water safety skills, and swim endurance to become a Discovery Guard.
Ages: 10-13 yrs.
Location: Sanborn Pool
Fee: Resident $30, Non-Resident $60
Junior Lifeguard Training
Session I: June 19–July 12
Tues. & Thurs. 10:00–10:45 am
Session II: July 17–August 9
Tues. & Thurs. 10:00–10:45 am
This program gives participants a chance to develop leadership skills, first aid, advanced water safety, and basic rescue techniques. Junior Lifeguards that sign up for second session will focus on the skills listed above and will also be able to volunteer during regular pool hours.
Ages: 13-15 yrs.
Location: Sanborn Pool
Fee: Resident $30, Non-Resident $60
NEW! Intro to Competitive Swim Camp
Session I: June 19–July 12
Tues. & Thurs. 9:00–10:00 am
Session II: July 17–August 9
Tues. & Thurs. 9:00–10:00 am
Ever want to be on a swim team but were nervous about not knowing the strokes well enough? Or have you completed the highest level of swim lessons? This camp will focus on refining your strokes, dives, flip turns, and endurance. Competitive swimming helps build confidence, self discipline, and physical fitness. Find out if swim team is right for you!
Ages: 5-18 yrs.
Location: Sanborn Pool
Fee: Resident $30, Non-Resident $60
NEW! Stroke Development Camp
Session I: June 19–July 12
Tues. & Thurs. 9:00–10:00 am
Session II: July 17–August 9
Tues. & Thurs. 9:00–10:00 am
This class is for strong swimmers looking to refine their stroke. Whether you’re in competitive swim or simply want to find your most efficient stroke, we’ll help you develop your technique. This class requires the ability to swim 4 laps uninterrupted. Perfect your stroke technique!
Ages: 5-18 yrs.
Location: Sanborn Pool
Fee: Resident $30, Non-Resident $60
Private Swim or Coaching Lessons
If you feel your child could use more one on one time with a swim instructor or coach, then private sessions are for you! All ages and abilities welcome, we will discuss personal goals you would like for your child and customize the lesson to their individual needs! Private sessions allow students to progress at their own pace and maximize their learning experience.
Location: Sanborn & Court Street Pools
Time: 1:00-6:00 pm
Fee per 30 minute session: Resident $10, Non-Resident $20
Adaptive Swim Lessons
Session I: June 19–July 12
Tues. & Thurs. 11:00–11:45 am
Session II: July 17–August 9
Tues. & Thurs. 11:00–11:45 am
All children are welcome in all of our swim lessons offered. This sensory swim program is specifically designed for children with special needs. This developmental swim program provides a positive outlook and emphasis on the strengths and unique attributes of each swimmer. Our program focuses on water education, developing water safety and swimming skills. The program is customized for each child’s emotional and developmental abilities, with the goal to help each child become physically active, build self-confidence and self esteem, learn the life-saving skill of swimming, and eventually to offer them another avenue for integration.
Ages: 3 & Older
Location: Sanborn Pool
Fee: Resident $30, Non-Resident $60
SDI Scuba Discovery Program / SDI Entry Scuba Experience
Date: Friday, June 29
Time: 5:30–7:30 pm
TRY scuba!! Come see if scuba is right for you. An instructor from DIVE INN Watersports will bring equipment and give prospective students an introduction to scuba diving in a controlled environment under the direct supervision of an insured instructor.
Ages: 7 & Older
Location: Sanborn Pool
Fee: Resident $50, Non-Resident $60
Open Water Scuba Diver Course
Dates: July 10–13
Time: 5:30– 7:30 pm
DIVE INN Watersports offers the finest scuba course available anywhere. You’ll meet for approximately 20 hours of class and pool instruction before doing your open water dives needed for certification. You’ll receive a book package which includes your textbook, workbook, record folder, and video.
Students between the ages of 10 to 14 may obtain a Restricted Scuba Diver Certification which means they must dive under the direct supervision of a parent, guardian, or other active certified diver. Upon reaching the age of 15, a Restricted Scuba Diver can upgrade to an Open Water Scuba Diver certification and participate in all levels of training offered by SDI. Students must complete 4 open water dives with an instructor demonstrating mature and sound judgment concerning dive planning and execution. Upon successful completion of both the classroom and open water training, you will receive your Open Water Certification card.
Ages: 10 & Older
Location: Sanborn Pool
Fee: Resident $150, Non-Resident $175
Students must complete 4 open dives with instructor for $150.00 to receive their certifications.
Skin Diving and Snorkeling
Date: Friday, June 22
Time: 2:00–4:00 pm
This snorkeling course is designed to give students the necessary skills to safely snorkel with out the direction of an instructor. Learn proper breathing and clearing, BCD snorkel vest, surface dives, hand signals, entries and exits, and much more.
Ages: 7 & Older
Location: Sanborn Pool
Fee: Resident $25, Non-Resident $35
Adult Lap Swim and Triathlon Training
Session: June 18–August 10
Time: 7:00-8:00 am
Lap swim will be offered for adults Monday through Friday mornings from 7–8 am. There will be experienced coaching staff on hand to help create personalized workouts, or give helpful tips and hints for stroke development. Swim at your own pace or as part of a group! We’ve also mapped out a Triathlon course! You can choose from a Sprint or Intermediate Triathlon to attempt at your own pace. We’ll reserve the pool lanes and provide training tips!
Ages: 18 & Older
Location: Sanborn Pool
Fee: Resident $40, Non-Resident $80 (8 week pass)
Adult Swim Lessons
Session I: June 19–July 12
Tues. & Thurs. 6:00–6:45 am
Session II: July 17–August 9
Tues. & Thurs. 6:00–6:45 am
Group swim lessons are offered for beginning adult and teen swimmers age 16 and older. You will develop fundamental swimming skills including kicking skills, and front and back float. Each lesson is 30 minutes long. Develop a physical ability you’ll enjoy and use to stay healthy for life.
Ages: 16 & Older
Location: Sanborn Pool
Fee: Resident $30, Non-Resident $60