Summer ProgramsSwim Lessons
Swim Lessons
Make a splash this summer with Poultney Recreation’s swim classes! Our programs help swimmers with beginner skill levels build confidence, improve water safety skills, and have fun in the pool all summer long. Whether your child is just getting comfortable in the water or ready to strengthen their strokes, our supportive instructors are here to help every swimmer grow.
Preschool Class
- Ages: 3-5
- Fee: $25.00
- Location: Porrier Residence, 2176 Hampshire Hollow Road, East Poultney
- Dates: June 21- 25, 2026
- Time: 4:30 - 5:00pm
- Maximum 5 students
- Instructor: Erin Welch
- PARENT PARTICIPATION IS REQUIRED
These lessons are designed specifically for children ages 3-5. Preschool lessons incorporate many water and sun safety topics while playing games and learning some basic water skills. Things like submerging the face, underwater bobs, and supported front and back floats, give confidence to swimmers so tey feel more comfortable in the water.
Level 1: Intro to Water Skills
- Ages: 5+
- Fee: $25.00
- Location: Porrier Residence, 2176 Hampshire Hollow Road, East Poultney
- Dates: June 21- 25, 2026
- Time: 5:15-5:45 pm
- Maximum 5 students
- Instructor: Erin Welch
- PARENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO STAY, BUT DO NOT NEED TO PARTICIPATE
Level 1 focuses on basic water skills and helps swimmers become even more familar with the aquatic environment. We practice skills like submerging, opening eyes, supported front and back slides, and supported arm and leg actions. The goal of level 1 is to prepare swimmers ages 5+ to build their comfort in the water and learn how to float independently.
5:1 Student-Instructor ratio
Note: Children taking these classes must be able to take direction. Safety is our number one priority. If a child is being disruptive or unsafe, we will ask them to leave the pool.
Contact: Erin Welch (eringwelch@gmail.com)
All levels teach the Longfellow Whales Tales Safety Program and are American Red Cross Certified