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Topic: Swimming lessons and water fitness classes in Harris CountyWho It Serves: Youth ages 6-18, plus adults and seniorsClass Schedule: Twice a week for four weeks per sessionSource: Harris County Aquatics Program (HCAP)Running Since: 1992
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Good first step: Act Sign your child or yourself up for HCAP swimming classes
Search 'Harris County Aquatics Program' online or call Harris County Parks to find the nearest location and sign up for the next session.
Request for approval to renew an interlocal agreement with Waller Independent School District for two Youth Service Specialists for the period of August 1, 2026 - July 31, 2027, and for Waller ISD to reimburse the County an annual standard fee of $45,469.00 per Youth Service Specialist which represents one-half of the total personnel and mileage cost for each position.
The Harris County Aquatics Program (HCAP) has taught swimming to local families since 1992. Kids ages 6 to 18 learn to swim safely, and adults and seniors can join lap swimming, water aerobics, and more.
The Learn-to-Swim program teaches children ages 6 to 18 basic strokes and water-safety skills in four-week sessions, meeting twice a week for about 30 minutes each. Adults and seniors have their own program with lap swimming and water workouts for all abilities.
Enrollment is first-come, first-served, so apply early. Once your application is in, you can enroll in classes and get updates when new ones open. Youth classes are for ages 6 to 18; adults and seniors join the adult program.
Year-round, in four-week sessions across three seasons: Spring (Feb–Apr), Summer (Jun–Jul), and Fall (Sep–Dec)
Locations across Harris County (Precinct 1)
Run by the Office of Harris County Commissioner Precinct 1. A good match with other family health and recreation programs near you.
Knowing how to swim keeps kids safe around water and gives the whole family a healthy way to stay active. This makes quality swim lessons available close to home, taught by experienced instructors.
