Swimmers will receive instruction in stroke techniques as well as competitive techniques including racing dives and turns. LGS Aquatics encourages and promotes a healthy lifestyle through the sport of swimming and having lots of fun while doing it! Swimmers will have the opportunity to test their swimming skills during designated races.

Swim lessons are offered throughout the year for both adults and youth. We offer both Private and Group Lessons. Courses are designed to teach children the fundamentals of swimming in a fun and patient environment. A progressive level format is used to build on skills learned in the previous class level. Parents should enroll children in the level for which they have adequate skills. All swimming lessons are held at Los Gatos High School Aquatic Center

*Semi-Private Lessons available email: aquatics@lgsrecreation.org

LGSR masters is a year-round outdoor swim program to better improve swimming performance through expert coaching and promote a healthy, active lifestyle. We welcome swimmers of all abilities, age 18 and up, who are interested in regular structured workouts. Previous experience in competitive swimming is not necessary. Masters swimmers include beginners, triathletes, former collegiate athletes, nationally ranked competitors, and everything in between — all ages, shapes, and sizes are welcome.

Lanes are on a first come, first serve basis. Cash is not accepted. Visit our aquatics page for our most updated pool schedule as hours may vary.
All participants must be able to pass the swim test of 25 yards unassisted. There is no age minimum if the swim test is completed.
Private lane: $9.50
Twilight Private Lane: $6.50
Monthly membership $65

New to buying memberships online? To purchase a membership you can follow these steps. Purchase your lap swim membership online to add it to your lap swim account. Monthly lap swim membership will include unlimited swim times for the month. Participants will still need to register online for desired lap time. Memberships are non-transferable and non-refundable.

*Refunds and transfers are permitted up to 2 business days before the start of the Lap Swim session unless otherwise stated. Refunds will only be issued as an account credit towards a future session or LGS Recreation program. No Refunds will be issued for requests made 1 business day or less.

Lap Swim questions can be directed to aquatics@lgsrecreation.org

We offer a flexible schedule that with your activities outside of work life! The pay is competitive, and we provide opportunities for promotion. We are hiring for the following positions:

Lifeguard $18.75
Head Lifeguard $22.51
Swim Instructor $16.74
Swim Instructor w/ Water Safety Instructor $17.61
Swim Instructor w/ Lifeguard Cert. $20.00

Master’s Swim Coaches: $25-$35/hr.
*Our facility is Red Cross Operated

Possible candidates may be offered employment with LGS Recreation after completion of this course.
The primary purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until EMS personnel take over.
**Candidates MUST pass ALL the required exams, demonstrate proper techniques, and attend ALL scheduled classes to successfully pass this course and obtain certification. This course will be a blended-learning class combining online work with hands-on training.

LGS Recreation host multiple camps across the year, you can find a list of the most current camp offerings online.

• LGS Aquatics Camp
• LGS Dive Camp
• Junior Guards
• Synchronized Swimming Camp
• Water Polo Camps
• Scuba Camps

We currently have Youth offerings throughout the year for all sorts of skill levels. We have professional coaches that keep the game fun and entertaining. These classes are designed for players to learn the game of water polo and have fun while doing it.