Port Shiloh Pool

The pool staff would like to invite you to the Port Shiloh Pool Opening on Friday, June 18th, at 3:00 pm.

A reminder to our swimmers, everyone must wear a swimsuit at the pool. Cut-offs, shorts, gym shorts, basketball shorts, colored t-shirts will not be permitted. Parents with small children, please keep your child within arm’s length to ensure their safety.

PORT SHILOH POOL

Open Daily • 3:00 – 6:00 pm (Max: 75)
Pool Clearing will be done at 5:45 pm

Public Swim Hours & Fees

Individual Daily Admission 3-6 pm *Resident $7 Non-Resident $10
Children 2 & 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2
Children 1 & Under . . . . . . . . . . . .FREE
Seniors 60 & Over . . . . . . . . . . . .$4

Children under 10 years must be accompanied by an adult. 
*Zion Park District resident card required to receive resident
rate.

PORT SHILOH POOL RENTALS

Pool rentals for birthdays, family reunions or your own special
group are a great way to celebrate. Reservations are accepted
at the Leisure Center. A $200 deposit is due when making your
reservation. Rental fees are due two weeks before your rental. 

The following rental packages are available:
1.5 Hours & 1 Slide – $400 Resident $500 Non-Resident
Packages are for up to 75 people.
Available Rental Times: 6:30 – 8:00 pm Tuesday – Sunday

THE POOL MAY BE CLOSED IF:

• There is a threat of violent weather or lightening is sighted.
• There is a mechanical breakdown at the pool.
• The chemistry of the water is not acceptable by Health Department standards.
• If it is 65 degrees or less. Decisions regarding the weather will be made throughout the day.

Decision to close will be at Aquatic Director’s discretion. Follow Port Shiloh Pool online at www.ZionParkDistrict.com or on the Zion Park District Facebook page for up-to-date information on closings.

Information is subject to change as additional guidelines become available from state-wide agencies providing safety guidance.

CARING FOR OUR SWIMMERS
COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS

• Face masks must be worn when walking on deck
• Limited families in the pool facility
• Social distancing of 6 ft. per spectator
• Locker rooms will have limited capacity. Come in swimsuit ready to swim!

VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION!

• Swim suits are required – colored T-shirts, shorts (such as cut-offs, gym shorts, etc.) will not be allowed. You must wear a swimsuit!
• In order to properly ensure the safety of our patrons cell phone use in our locker rooms is prohibited.
• The water slide rules must be followed.
• In order to ride the water slides, you must be at least 3 ft. 6 in. tall, & able to swim at lifeguard discretion.
• Smoking is not permitted anywhere in the pool area.
• Flotation devices are limited to Coast Guard approved life-jackets.
• Both locker rooms have coin operated lockers. We advise that you lock up all personal items. The cost is 25 cents per locker.
• Baby seats, lawn chairs and strollers are allowed in the pool area.
• Towels, beach robes and books are allowed on the deck. Swimmers are, however, responsible for the safekeeping of personal items.
• An adult must accompany children under the age of 10 years.

POLICIES OF ZION PARK DISTRICT SWIM LESSON PROGRAMS:

1. If your child misses a class due to illness, vacation, etc., your child will not receive a make-up lesson.
2. In case we cancel lessons due to weather conditions or mechanical difficulties, we will update the Zion Park District Website and Facebook page. We will announce when the makeup lesson will be offered at the next class.
3. Register your child early to reserve a spot in class. We strive to keep a low student ratio in our classes and when you register early, this enables us to plan accordingly, and in turn serve you better. Before test day, talk with your child’s swimming instructor and find out the progress your child has made for the next level.
4. Our swimming instructors enjoy teaching children, but all of us have different teaching styles. Please keep this in mind when observing lessons. We ask that if parents have questions or concerns please address them after the class. Parents we ask that you observe class from the pool deck away from the edge of the pool.
5. If an earlier class is cancelled due to weather, all following classes will be cancelled to keep consistency, even if weather clears up.
6. If the weather looks threatening, please call 847-746-5500 after 8:00 am to check if lessons will be held. Updates will also be available online at www.ZionParkDistrict.com and on the Zion Park District Facebook page.
7. Swim lessons have a class enrollment minimum and this may require us to adjust the schedule. We will notify parents if this is necessary.
8. Only one parent allowed on deck per swimmer.

ZION PARK DISTRICT FOLLOWS ELLIS & ASSOCIATES STANDARDS

Ellis & Associates is the leading lifeguard training consultant in the country. The pool staff continues to strive to give patrons the highest degree of safety at Port Shiloh Pool. Thank you for letting us serve you this summer!!

 

LEARN TO SWIM LEVEL DESCRIPTIONS

The American Red Cross has structured the Learn to Swim program
to enable your child to obtain a smoother progression throughout
the levels.

Level 1 – Orient participants to the water and begin building confidence. Introduction to basic level skills such as kicks and floats.
Learn safety around water. Prerequisite: None.

Level 2 – Begin to build on base level skills. Putting skills learned together. Learning beginning parts of strokes. Continue safety around water. Prerequisite: Successful demonstration of Level 1 skills.

Level 3 – Learn competency in the water. Work on swimming without assistance. Introduction to new strokes and skills. Prerequisite: Successful demonstration of Level 2 skills.

Level 4 – Learn all 6 strokes and begin building proficiency. Begin working on endurance. Prerequisite: Successful demonstration of
Level 3 skills.

Level 5 – Refine all 6 strokes that were learned in level 4. New skills such as turns and surface dives are introduced. Continue building endurance for each stroke. Prerequisite: Successful demonstration of Level 4 skills.

Level 6 – Stroke technique to improve efficiency in the water. Setting up swim workouts. Focus on water safety skills such as self-rescue skills. Prerequisite: Successful demonstration of Level 5 skills.

Jr Lifeguarding – Basic water rescue skills. Introduction to what it takes to be a lifeguard. Discussion on basic first aid and CPR. Prerequisite: Successful demonstration of Level 4 skills or higher. Ages 11-15.

Preschool 1 – Introduction to the water. Focus on comfort around the aquatic environment. Basic skill learning through games. Prerequisite: None – Ages 3-5.

Preschool 2 – Introduction to basic swim skills such as kicks and floats. Continue building comfort in the water. Begin learning independence on skills. Prerequisite: Successful demonstration of Preschool 1 – Ages 3-5.

Parent Child – Introduction to the water and swim skills. Parents learn proper holds and skills to help work with their child. Learn
safety around water. Prerequisite: None – Ages 6 months and up.

 

IPAP (INFANTS, PRESCHOOLERS, AND PARENTS)

In this program, parents will be in the pool to assist the swimming instructor with their infant or toddler.

IPAP Saturday Classes (8 CLASSES)

Day	Date	Time	Ages
Sat	6/19-8/7	10:25-10:55 am	6-23 Mo
Sat	6/19-8/7	11:00-11:30 am	2-3 Yrs

Registration Deadline: June 16
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $55 Non-Resident $75

 

PRESCHOOL CLASSES: 3-5 YEARS

This program is suited for children who are independent enough
to participate in a class without a parent.

Preschool Level I (8 CLASSES)

Day	Date	Time	Ages
Wed	6/23-8/11	10:25-10:55 am	3-5 Yrs

Registration Deadline: June 21
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $55 Non-Resident $75

Preschool Level II (8 CLASSES)

Day	Date	Time	Ages
Wed	6/23-8/11	11:00-11:30 am	3-5 Yrs

Registration Deadline: June 21
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $55 Non-Resident $75

 

Preschool Level I (8 CLASSES)

Day	Date	Time	Ages
Sat	6/19-8/7	10:00-10:30 am	3-5 Yrs

Registration Deadline: June 16
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $55 Non-Resident $75

 

Preschool Level II (8 CLASSES)

Day	Date	Time	Ages
Sat	6/19-8/7	10:35-11:05 am	3-5 Yrs

Registration Deadline: June 16
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $55 Non-Resident $75

 

Preschool Level I (2½ WEEK SESSIONS – 10 CLASSES)

Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri – 10 Classes · Ages 3-5 Yrs
Classes begin on Thursday.

Date	Time	Ages
6/24-7/9	9:10-9:40am	Session I
7/15-7/30	9:10-9:40am	Session II

Registration Deadline: Session I – June 17       Session II – July 8
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $65 Non-Resident $85

 

Preschool Level II (2½ WEEK SESSIONS – 10 CLASSES)

Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri – 10 Classes · Ages 3-5 Yrs
Classes begin on Thursday.

Date	Time	Ages
6/24-7/9	10:00-10:30 am	Session I
7/15-7/30	10:00-11:30 am	Session II

Registration Deadline: Session I – June 17       Session II – July 8
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $65 Non-Resident $85

 

LEARN TO SWIM: LEVELS 1-6

Saturday Session (8 CLASSES)

Date	Time	Levels	Ages
6/19-8/7	8:30-9:20 am	1, 2, 3, 5, 6	6-16
6/19-8/7	9:30-10:20 am	1, 2, 3, 4, 6	6-16

Registration Deadline: June 16
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $75 Non-Resident $95

 

Monday Evening Classes (8 CLASSES)

Date	Time	Levels	Ages
6/21-8-9	6:10-7:00 pm	1,2,3,4,5,6	6-16

Registration Deadline: June 17
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $75 Non-Resident $95

 

Session 1 (10 CLASSES)

2½ Week Session – Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri
Classes begin on Thursday.

Date	Time	Levels	Ages
6/24-7/9	9:10-9:50 am	1, 2, 3, 4, 5	6-16
6/24-7/9	10:00-10:40 am	1, 2, 3, 4, 6	6-16

Registration Deadline: June 17
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $75 Non-Resident $95

 

Session 2 (10 CLASSES)

2½ Week Session – Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri
Classes begin on Thursday.

Date	Time	Levels	Ages
7/15-7/30	9:10-9:50 am	1, 2, 3, 4, 5	6-16
7/15-7/30	10:00-10:40 am	1, 2, 3, 6	6-16

Registration Deadline: July 8
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $75 Non-Resident $95

Jr. Lifeguarding (10 CLASSES)

This class is for graduates of Level 6 to learn basic first aid and the fundamentals of lifeguarding. This introductory class is a fun way for students interested in aquatics to learn about what it means to be a lifeguard. 2½ Week Session – Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri

Date	Time	Ages
7/12-7/27	10:00-10:40 am	11-15

Registration Deadline: Session I – July 8
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $75 Non-Resident $95

 

Private Swimming Lessons

Port Shiloh is offering the opportunity to register for private swim lessons (one on one with our instructors). Classes are a half hour each. Private lessons are for all ages and skill levels. Private lesson times are not available during public swim hours. Contact the Swim Lesson Coordinator to schedule your class sessions. 8 Classes for $125    5 Classes for $85

 

Adult Swimming Lessons (8 CLASSES)

Date	Day	Time	Ages
6/21-8-9	Mon	6:10-7:00 pm	14 & Up

Registration Deadline: June 17
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $75 Non-Resident $95