Pardee Aquatics Center
ABOUT US
The Doug & Marianne Pardee Aquatics Center, located at our Harper Clubhouse in Solana Beach, features two regulation length 25 yard pools, spacious locker rooms, indoor and poolside showers, a fitness center, a snack bar, and other aquatic amenities for the competitive or recreational swimmer. Pardee Aquatics Center is also home to the nationally recognized Rancho San Dieguito Swim Team. Youth Swim Lessons, Adult Lap Swim, and Solana Beach Swim Masters Program are offered year-round.
Ages Served
Swim Lessons
3 – 12 years old
8 – 18 years old
All Ages
19 years old and up
RENTALS
Our pools and/or lanes are available to rent. For more information about our facility or to make a reservation, please email aquatics@bgcGreaterTogether.org
Youth Swim Lessons
2024 Swim Lessons
Class Descriptions
Ages 2.5-3.5 years
This class is ONLY offered on Sundays. PARENT IN THE POOL This is a transition class for beginners.
SEA SNAIL (Ratio 1:3) The parent will be in the pool with their child for two swimming lessons then the parent will transition out for the third and fourth lesson. This beginner class is designed for those uncomfortable in the water and reluctant to come into the pool without their parents. Our focus is on building water confidence. Students learn assisted floating and kicking on their front and back, and gradually become comfortable with submerging and getting their faces wet. The class takes place in the shallow end, and students may attend multiple sessions before advancing to the next level. The goal is to transition to the Sand Dollar class, with no parent participation.
Ages 2.5-12 years
- PRIVATE LESSONS (Ratio 1:1): A one-on-one private lesson with our experienced instructors tailored to your child’s swimming needs.
Ages 3-5 Years
- SAND DOLLAR (Ratio 1:3) This class is for beginners who need assistance and do not like being in the pool/ putting their faces in the water. We focus on confidence in the water. Skills introduced will be assisted floating and kicking on their front and back. Students will learn how to get their faces wet and be able to submerge. (we begin on the stairs- goal: to move into the Sand Crab class students MUST be able to get their faces wet and be able to submerge without getting upset).
Students might spend a couple of sessions in this class. - SAND CRAB (Ratio-1:3) This class is for beginner swimmers who need assistance and like being in the water. Skills introduced are assisted floating, gliding, kicking, and arm strokes on the front. Introduced to assisted back floating, kicking, and rolling over to breathe. Emphasis is placed on practicing all prone skills with the student’s face in the water, front arm strokes, back floating, and rolling over to breathe. (we begin on the stairs – goal: to swim 5 yards with arm-pulls and roll over unassisted to move into the Seahorse class). Students might spend a couple of sessions in this class.
- SEAHORSE (Ratio 1:3) In this class swimmers will refine beginning front arm pulls and rolling over to breathe while kicking. Refining back skills floating, gliding, and kicking (back body balance balance) Swim goal is 12.5 yards, and unassisted. Students might spend a couple of sessions in this class.
Ages 6-12 Years
- PENGUIN (Ratio 1:4): This class is for beginner swimmers and focuses on confidence in the water. The freestyle and backstroke fundamentals will be introduced in this class. For example, floating on front and back, gliding, kicking, arm pulls, and rolling to breathe will be introduced.
(12.5 yards beginning distance – goal distance 25 yards) - OTTER (Ratio 1:4): Swimmers will learn freestyle techniques such as side breathing, stream-line position, and proper balance, followed by backstroke techniques such as back balance kicking, and arm pulls. Introduction to open turns/flip turns. (25 yards beginning distance – goal 50 yards). Students might spend a couple of sessions in this class.
- SEAL (Ratio 1:5): This class expands stroke techniques such as improving freestyle and backstroke endurance/proficiency. Introduction to the butterfly and breaststroke kick. Introduction to treading water with an eggbeater and standing dives. (50 yards beginning distance – goal 75 yards). Students might spend a couple of sessions in this class.
- SHARK (Ratio 1:5): Emphasis is on building endurance while continuing refinement of freestyle, backstroke, and butterfly. Introduction to breaststroke arms and timing. Treading water with an eggbeater and competitive dives. (50 yards beginning distance- goal 100 yards)
Policies
- Please make sure you can commit to ALL 4-weekend lessons
- There are NO REFUNDS/CREDITS for canceled/missed swim lessons due to another sport, activity, or vacation.
- We do NOT offer make-up classes, due to the lack of availability in our small ratio of lessons.
Class Changes
Please note that if your child is a higher/lower level than what you signed them up for, it is NOT guaranteed that we can move your child up or down a class, but these are viable options for you if we cannot change their class.
- If the teacher agrees and can handle the skill level, your child can remain in the class they are signed up for and work through the session.
- We can issue you a CREDIT for the session to be used in a later session. Credits do not expire, but it’s ideal to use them within a year. You must contact Patty Mariscal or Jade Foyston to use these credits in the future.
- In rare circumstances, we can offer a full refund IF we can find a student on the waiting list who is available to take your spot for that session. If nobody can take your spot, we cannot offer a refund and will issue a credit instead.
Wait List
For full classes, you may reserve a spot on the waitlist by completing the registration process. You will be emailed if space is available.
Please note: You will NOT be charged for being placed on the waitlist. You will NOT receive an invoice if you have been placed on the waitlist. You will receive an email about your waitlist position a week before the start of the lesson.
Pricing
When Registering:
Click on the dropbox arrow on the bottom left of the page for more price options
Register Now for Youth Swim Lessons
11:00-11:30 am
September 21, 28, October 5, 12 (4 lessons)
SATURDAYS SESSION C
October 26, November 2, 9, 16 (4 lessons)
SUNDAY SESSION B:
September 22, 29, October 6, 13 (4 lessons)
SUNDAY SESSION D:
October 27, November 3, 10, 17 (4 lessons)
11:00-11:30 am
September 21, 28, October 5, 12 (4 lessons)
SATURDAYS SESSION C
October 26, November 2, 9, 16 (4 lessons)
SUNDAY SESSION B:
September 22, 29, October 6, 13 (4 lessons)
SUNDAY SESSION D:
October 27, November 3, 10, 17 (4 lessons)
11:35-12:05 pm OR 12:45-1:15 pm
September 21, 28, October 5, 12 (4 lessons)
SATURDAYS SESSION C
October 26, November 2, 9, 16 (4 lessons)
SUNDAY SESSION B:
September 22, 29, October 6, 13 (4 lessons)
SUNDAY SESSION D:
October 27, November 3, 10, 17 (4 lessons)
11:35-12:05 pm OR 12:45-1:15pm
September 21, 28, October 5, 12 (4 lessons)
SATURDAYS SESSION C
October 26, November 2, 9, 16 (4 lessons)
SUNDAY SESSION B:
September 22, 29, October 6, 13 (4 lessons)
SUNDAY SESSION D:
October 27, November 3, 10, 17 (4 lessons)
11:00-11:30 am OR 12:10-12:40pm
September 21, 28, October 5, 12 (4 lessons)
SATURDAYS SESSION C
October 26, November 2, 9, 16 (4 lessons)
SUNDAY SESSION B:
September 22, 29, October 6, 13 (4 lessons)
SUNDAY SESSION D:
October 27, November 3, 10, 17 (4 lessons)
12:10-12:40 OR 1:20-1:50 pm
September 21, 28, October 5, 12 (4 lessons)
SATURDAYS SESSION C
October 26, November 2, 9, 16 (4 lessons)
SUNDAY SESSION B:
September 22, 29, October 6, 13 (4 lessons)
SUNDAY SESSION D:
October 27, November 3, 10, 17 (4 lessons)
1:55-2:25 pm
September 21, 28, October 5, 12 (4 lessons)
SATURDAYS SESSION C
October 26, November 2, 9, 16 (4 lessons)
SUNDAY SESSION B:
September 22, 29, October 6, 13 (4 lessons)
SUNDAY SESSION D:
October 27, November 3, 10, 17 (4 lessons)
1:20-1:50 pm
September 21, 28, October 5, 12 (4 lessons)
SATURDAYS SESSION C
October 26, November 2, 9, 16 (4 lessons)
SUNDAY SESSION B:
September 22, 29, October 6, 13 (4 lessons)
SUNDAY SESSION D:
October 27, November 3, 10, 17 (4 lessons)
If you have any questions, please contact Patty Mariscal, Aquatics Coordinator, at pmariscal@bgcGreaterTogether.org or Jade Foyston, Aquatics Adminstrator, at jfoyston@bgcGreaterTogether.org
Lap & Masters Swimming
Masters: Ages 19 and older
Lap Swim: Open to all ages
(Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult)
A signed waiver is required to swim at our pool.
Pool Closures & Modifications
Pool Closed:
- Monday, September 2- Labor Day
- Monday, November 11- Veteran’s Day
- Saturday, October 19 and Sunday, October 20- Hosting Swim Meet
- Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29- Thanksgiving Holiday
- Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25- Winter Holiday
Schedules
2024
Lap Swim Schedules
2024
Masters Schedules
Pricing
Lap Swim Pricing
Masters Swimming Pricing
Monthly and Quarterly Senior & Active Military Discount Swim Passes
To purchase one of our discount passes, please visit the pool and see a BGC staff member. Discount passes are not available for purchase online.
Lap Swim – Senior (60+), Active Military (With ID)*
Solana Beach Swim Masters – Active Military (With ID)
Blended Lifeguard Certification Courses
A BLENDED ONLINE AND IN-PERSON CLASS
You must complete the online content before attending the in-person skill check classes.
Boys & Girls Club of Northwest San Diego Pardee Aquatic Center offers American Red Cross classes. The Blended Lifeguard Certification course provides entry-level participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize, and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illnesses until EMS personnel take over.
Course Certification
Students that successfully complete this course will obtain an American Red Cross Lifeguarding and First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and Oxygen Administration Certificate.
Prerequisite Evaluation Required
You must schedule a prerequisite in-water skills evaluation as soon as possible before the online content is emailed to you. Email ARC instructor Kevin Sotelo at ksotelo@bgcGreaterTogether.org to schedule your in-water skills evaluation.
- Participants must meet the minimum age requirement of 15+ years
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Swim 300 yards continuously (freestyle and breaststroke)
- Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs
- Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds.
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Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. Swim goggles are not allowed. You will need to surface dive to a depth of 7-10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on your back to return to the starting point with your hands holding onto the 10-pound object and keeping your face out of the water. Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.
If you do not pass the prerequisite, you will not be able to enroll in the course and will receive a refund of your registration fee.
If you do pass the prerequisite, you will receive a lifeguard manual and pocket mask. Additionally, the link to access online content will be emailed to you at the end of the evaluation day.
2024 Blended Lifeguard Training & Emergency Oxygen Course
MUST ATTEND BOTH CLASSES, NO EXCEPTIONS
- Attend the entire course
- Participate in all skill sessions/drills, activities, and scenarios
- Demonstrate competency in all required skills and scenarios
- Pass the final written exams with a minimum grade of 80%
Please contact Patty Mariscal pmariscal@bgcGreaterTogether.org if you have any questions.
Cost: $265.00
Class size: 4 to 8 participants
Materials Provided With Course
- American Red Cross Lifeguarding Manual
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CPR Pocket Mask
RSD Swim Team
Ages 5 – 18 years
The Rancho San Dieguito Swim team is a USA Swimming affiliated, age-group competitive, year-round program. The nationally recognized program serves as a training ground for some of the country’s top swimmers.
For more information about the RSD swim team, please contact RSD’s Team Manager, Paul Mazzarelle at pmazzarelle@bgcGreaterTogether.org.
Adult & Community Programs
Fitness Center
Our intimate Solana Beach Fitness Center at the Harper Branch has state-of-the-art fitness equipment and 2 world-class personal trainers.
About Make a Splash Consistent with the goal of saving lives and providing every child in America with the opportunity to learn how to swim, Make a Splash, a national child-focused water safety initiative, was created by the USA Swimming Foundation in 2007. Make a Splash partners with learn-to-swim providers across the country to provide swimming lessons and educate kids on the importance of learning how to swim.Many partner programs are located in disadvantaged or ethnically diverse communities and provide training programs (including certified instructors, resources and quality programming) to help children become water-safe and share with them a lifelong physical fitness activity. Make a Splash’s awareness campaign is built around the staggering statistics that minority children ages 5-14 are most at risk for drowning, and drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death for children under the age of 14. Make a Splash educates parents through a national awareness campaign; saves lives by joining forces with grassroots learn-to-swim programs and reaches millions of children through its programming, promotions and publicity tours.
