Adult Programs and Activities

Aqua fitness is a low-impact, full-body exercise option. The city offers classes which require registration in advance. View the schedule via the link below. View pricing and details.

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INDOOR AND OUTDOOR POOLS

Indoor pools at Carmody, Green Mountain and Link Recreation Center pools provide lap and open swim year-round. Outdoor pools at Morse and Glennon Heights parks provide seasonal swimming. View calendars via the links below.

• Carmody pools
• Link pool
• Green Mountain pool
• Glennon Heights Park pool (open seasonally)
• Morse Park pool (open seasonally) 

Lakewood offers an adult swim team: The Lakewood Dawgs Masters Swim Team. Contact Tom Rosinski at 720-963-5363 for more information.

Master’s Swim Team's Practice Information

• M/W/F, 5:15-6:30 a.m.: GMRC short course*
• M/W/F/SA, 6:45-8 a.m.: GMRC short course*
• T/R, 5:15-6:30 a.m.: Carmody long course**
• T/R, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.: Carmody short course**

A Lakewood Masters pass is required for all Masters Swim Team practices at all locations. Purchase a pass online.

Looking for pool space for your team?
For GMRC, contact Sarah Yost at 303-987-7837 or SarYos@Lakewood.org.

For Carmody, contact Brittany Osbon at 720-963-5368 or BriOsb@lakewood.org.

Private swim lessons

Private swim lessons may be requested via the request form below. Lesson availability is based on staff capacity and is not guaranteed.

Private Lesson Request

LIFEGUARD TRAINING

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  

Art classes and workshops are offered in a variety of topics and are typically held at Washington Heights Arts Center, Lakewood Cultural Center and Heritage Lakewood.

Not all programs are offered at all times throughout the year. To browse the current class schedule, view the catalog at Lakewood.org/CommunityConnection.

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Interesting history programs are offered by Heritage Lakewood. A variety of programs are offered, including historical luncheons and history happy hours.

Not all programs are offered at all times throughout the year. To browse the current class schedule, view the catalog at Lakewood.org/CommunityConnection.

VIEW PROGRAM LISTINGS AND REGISTER:

• Classes and lectures: Choose from blacksmithing, soapmaking, crafts, historical luncheons and more.
• Guided tours: Take a tour through the historical buildings of Heritage Lakewood.

Meet the talented team responsible for teaching arts and history programs at Lakewood.

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Not all classes may be offered at all times throughout the year. To browse the current class schedule, view the catalog at Lakewood.org/CommunityConnection.

Prior to Class: Review the class policies and purchase required footwear/attire. These details will be sent to you by your instructor via email.

View Class List & Register  

All classes are registration classes with drop-in options.

For those who can only participate when schedule permits, drop-in fee is $10 for 1-hour classes and $12 for 1.5 hour classes.

For classes in which a partner is required, price is per person.

Looking to dust off your dancing shoes, get ready for a special event, or prefer more personalized attention? Book a single, three or five-lesson package in the dance of your choice, scheduled at your convenience. A variety of styles are offered.

Email Nathalie Renfroe, Cultural Programs Coordinator, at natren@lakewood.org for pricing and more details.

Visit the instructors webpage to read bios and learn more about our talented team.

Dance Instructors Listing

View current listings and register via the links below. For questions, contact AdultSports@Lakewood.org. 

• Softball (spring-fall)
• Basketball (year-round)
• Volleyball (fall and winter)

Pickleball and Tennis

Outdoor and indoor pickleball courts and tennis courts are open on a first come, first served basis. Visit the pickleball and tennis page for location listings and indoor drop-in schedules.

Beginner Clinics
-1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month
-Daily admission fee or Lakewood recreation pass required
-Registration is required
-16 spots available
-Limited to 2 times per person

Register Here

Climbing

A climbing wall is located at the Link Recreation Center. Open wall climb is available by reservation; visit Lakewood.org/Link to reserve. Climbers can purchase a pass or pay by reservation.

Fencing 

Typically offered at the Link; not offered at this time.

The city offers athletic field and basketball court rentals for practices, games and more. Visit Lakewood.org/FieldRentals for more details and to fill out a request.