About this Course

Prerequisite Swim Test: 1.Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest (Swim goggles are allowed): Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 150 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted). Following immediately after the 150 yards swim, maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs (Hugging yourself or Hands Up) and then Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. 2. Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds. Starting in the water, swim 20 yards using front crawl or breaststroke, surface dive 7-10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object, return to the surface, swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point with the object and exit the water without using a ladder or steps. Swim goggles are not allowed for this timed event. No refunds will be given to those that do not successfully pass the Prerequisite Swim Test. An email will be sent out 1 week before class start session with additional details and instructions. Please contact us at OPRAquatics@oaklandca.gov if any questions arise or you need assistance with registration.