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Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 6 (Jul 20-24)

2026 · $30/week

Des Moines Swim Lessons offers various aquatic programs for different age groups and skill levels, focusing on water safety and swimming proficiency within t...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Des Moines Parks and Recreation catalog, which lists various activities including swim lessons. The specific 'Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 6 (Jul 20-24)' is a part of this broader offering. The owner type is municipal-parks, as it is run by the city's parks and recreation department. The program type is day, as participants attend for lessons during the day. There is no mention of ACA accreditation, nor specific state licensing information for this particular program on the catalog page. The Des Moines Parks and Recreation Facebook page (DesMoinesParksandRec) and Instagram (@desmoinesparks) are active, showcasing various park activities. Google reviews for 'Des Moines Parks and Recreation' show a 4.4-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, with general comments about park facilities and programs, but no specific reviews for the swim lessons. Details regarding staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies for the swim instructors are not readily available on the catalog page.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 6 (Jul 20-24) fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
  • Address: 1551 E Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317
  • Phone: (515) 237-1386
  • Cost notes: $30 per week.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 6 (Jul 20-24)

What ages does Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 6 (Jul 20-24) accept?
Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 6 (Jul 20-24) is open to children ages 5–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 6 (Jul 20-24) cost?
Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 6 (Jul 20-24) publishes $30/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 6 (Jul 20-24)'s hours?
Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 6 (Jul 20-24) runs 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 6 (Jul 20-24)?
Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 6 (Jul 20-24) is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 6 (Jul 20-24) provide lunch?
Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 6 (Jul 20-24) does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 6 (Jul 20-24) compare to other traditional day camp camps in Des Moines?
Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 6 (Jul 20-24) is one of 21 traditional day camp camps in Des Moines that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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