What about snow days?
If Independence Public Schools are closed due to weather, we will be closed also. We will make up a max of 2 sessions.
What to Expect:
When are classes?
Classes are offered in three-week sessions with 2 classes per week in three time slots:
In March and April
Monday/Wednesday: 5:30-6:10p
Monday/Wednesday: 6:15-6:55p
Monday/Wednesday: 7:00-7:40p
Tuesday/Thursday: 5:30-6:10p
Tuesday/Thursday: 6:15-6:55p
Tuesday/Thursday: 7:00-7:40p
In June
Tuesday/Thursday: 5:00-5:40 pm
Tuesday/Thursday: 5:45-6:25 pm
Tuesday/Thursday: 6:30-7:10 pm
Straight into the deep end?
Levels 1 through 3 are taught in the shallowest end of the pool. While levels 4 through 6 are taught in open lanes / deeper water.
Where will the parents be?
There are bleaches on either end of the pool for parents to sit at.
Where are we located?
All classes are taught at the Henley Aquatic Center located at 18200 M-78 Hwy Independence, MO 64057.
What to Expect after Sign-Up:
What will class look like first day?
Check-in will be with a manager by name or email, so please allow time for this when arriving your first day. After that you will meet in the pool where you will meet our coaches and instructors.
What to wear?
Appropriate; fitting swimwear that your swimmer feels comfortable in.
What to bring?
Noseless Goggles are preferred, but not required, for swimmers in levels 3 and below. Swimmers level 4 and above are strongly encouraged to have noseless goggles. All other equipment will be provided by Riptide Swim School.
Are there lockers?
There are lockers available for swimmer use, but swimmers must supply their own locks, and empty the locker out after class each day.