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Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 8 (Aug 3-7)

2026 · $80/week

Des Moines Swim Lessons offers various sessions for different age groups and skill levels, focusing on water safety and swimming proficiency through the Des ...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Des Moines Parks and Recreation catalog, which lists various activities including swim lessons. Specifically, 'Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 8 (Aug 3-7)' is a day program offered by the municipal parks department. The catalog details different swim levels (e.g., Parent/Child, Preschool, Learn to Swim Levels 1-6) with specific age ranges and skill prerequisites. The Des Moines Parks and Recreation department has a Google review rating of 4.3 stars based on 1,000+ reviews, though these reviews are for the department as a whole and not specifically the swim lessons. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the site, nor is a state license number for the swim program readily available. The website does not explicitly state staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies for instructors. Social media handles for Des Moines Parks and Recreation are @dm_parksandrec on Instagram and DesMoinesParksandRec on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 8 (Aug 3-7) 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: $80 per week.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 8 (Aug 3-7)

What ages does Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 8 (Aug 3-7) accept?
Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 8 (Aug 3-7) 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 8 (Aug 3-7) cost?
Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 8 (Aug 3-7) publishes $80/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 8 (Aug 3-7)'s hours?
Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 8 (Aug 3-7) 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 8 (Aug 3-7)?
Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 8 (Aug 3-7) 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 8 (Aug 3-7) provide lunch?
Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 8 (Aug 3-7) 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 8 (Aug 3-7) compare to other traditional day camp camps in Des Moines?
Des Moines Swim Lessons - Session 8 (Aug 3-7) 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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