Pick up a new skill or learn a hobby via the city's adult program options. Lakewood is proud to offer a wide variety of classes, programs and sports leagues for adults of all ages. Select a section above to view a list of programs with registration links.
Financial assistance is available via the Lakewood Possibilities Fund.
Register for Programs
Two ways to register online:
1. Follow activity code links in the latest Community Connection catalog.
2. Follow the links within these sections.
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Aqua Fitness
A low-impact way to stay fit and active. Aqua Fitness Schedule & Info.
Lap and Open Swim
For lap and open swim times, view city pool schedules.
Swimming Lessons
- Fundamentals
Acquire basic swimming skills and comfort in water. No prior swimming experience needed.
- Development
Must have completed fundamentals class or can demonstrate skills acquired in fundamentals. Front and back crawl
- Refinement
Must have completed development class or can demonstrate skills acquired in development. Refine strokes so participants can swim with more ease, efficiency, power and smoothness over greater distances.
Swim Teams
Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor Training
LIFEGUARD TRAINING
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This course will give you all the certifications necessary to become a professional lifeguard: American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, CPR/AED and First Aid. Certifications are good for two years.
Skills Test: The following skills must be performed before participants are allowed in Lifeguard training class:
- Swim 300 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination of both.
- Tread water for 2 minutes using only your legs.
- Retrieve a 10 pound brick in 12-foot deep water without assistance and without goggles.
Ages: 15 and up
Fee: $175 Resident, $205 Nonresident
Location: Carmody Recreation Center
WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR TRAINING
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This course will provide you with the certification necessary to instruct American Red Cross Swimming lessons! Course fees cover all materials and includes the FIT (Fundamentals of Instructor Training) Certification.
Skills Test: The following skills must be performed BEFORE participants are allowed in the WSI class. If participants cannot complete the skills listed on the first day of class, they will not be allowed to participate in the course and will be issued a refund.
- Demonstrate proficient front and back crawl, sidestroke, breaststroke, elementary backstroke and butterfly.
Ages: 16 and up
Fee: $200 Resident, $230 Nonresident
Location: Green Mountain Recreation Center
New for 2020:
Macramé and Monotype Printing
Class Descriptions
View current class schedules and descriptions in the latest Community Connection catalog.
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Class Descriptions
View current class schedules and descriptions in the latest Community Connection catalog.
Register
Class Schedules
Schedules for registration classes, like Pilates and yoga, can be found in the latest Community Connection catalog.
This calendar lists older adult general admission fitness classes taking place at the city's Recreation Centers and the Clements Community Center.
Fitness Services
Lakewood Recreation offers a variety of martial arts and fencing classes for youth and adult participants year-round. For more information, call 303-987-7842.
Fencing Classes
Drop-In Fencing at the Link (fencing equipment not provided)
Taekwondo - classes are offered at Green Mountain, Lakewood Link and Charles Whitlock Recreation Centers. Participants can choose 1, 2, or 3 days per week classes for varied prices.
View a full list of upcoming programs and events on the park programs and events page.
Park Programs
Special Events
SPRING 2020 LEAGUE REGISTRATION OPENS JANUARY 30.
The city offers sports team and leagues which take place throughout the year. Contact Sports Programmer Eric Gavinski at 303-987-4806 or erigav@lakewood.org with questions.
LEAGUE SCHEDULES/STANDINGS
Visit Lakewood Team Sideline for schedules and standings.
WEATHER HOTLINE
Call 303-987-7078. Updates are made daily at 4:30p.m.
TENNIS
Visit Lakewood Park Tennis Center to view offerings.
Unified Sports combines athletes with and without disabilities on teams that compete against other Unified Sports teams. This pioneer program provides sporting competition and team opportunities for athletes seeking new and different challenges. Contact Sports Programmer Eric Gavinski at 303-987-4806 or erigav@lakewood.org with any questions.