Swim

PORT SHILOH POOL

The pool staff would like to invite you to the Port Shiloh Pool Opening on Thursday, June 8th.

HISTORY

Port Shiloh Pool was originally built in 1955 as a traditional public bathing facility, featuring two swimming wells (one with diving), bathhouse, and pump house. In 1993, Port Shiloh was completely renovated into a family aquatic facility, with the following features/amenities incorporated into the design: Zero-depth pool, lane pool, tube slide, body slide, lawn area, concessions area, admissions center, and water play features.

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 • 1:00 – 6:00 pm
Pool Clearing will be done at 5:45 pm
Pool closes for the season on Sunday, August 13th.

Public Swim Hours & Fees

Individual Daily Admission 1:00-6:00 pm • Fee: $7
Individual Daily Admission 3:00-6:00 pm • Fee: $5
Children 1 & Under . . . . . . . . . . . .FREE
Children under 10 years must be accompanied by an adult.

Children under 10 years must be accompanied by an adult.

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. Packages are for up to 75 people. A $200 deposit is due when making your reservation. Rental fees are due two weeks before your rental.

1.5 Hours & 1 Slide – $400 Resident $500 Non-Resident
Available Rental Times: 6:30 – 8:00 pm Friday – 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.

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. If the weather looks threatening, please call 847-746-5500 after 8:00 am to check if lessons will be held. If earlier classes are canceled, all following classes will be cancelled to keep consistency, even if weather clears up. In case we cancel lessons due to weather conditions or mechanical difficulties, we will update the Zion Park District website ZionParkDistrict.com and Zion Park District Facebook page. We will announce when the make-up 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. Swim lessons have a class enrollment minimum and this may require us to adjust the schedule. We will notify parents if this is necessary.

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. Zion Park District Lifeguards received the Gold Medal Award for the 2021 summer season. Thank you for letting us serve you!!

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.

AQUA ZUMBA

Splash your way into shape with an invigorating low-impact aquatic exercise, known as the Zumba “pool party,” the Aqua Zumba program gives new meaning to the idea of a refreshing workout. Integrating the Zumba philosophy with traditional aquatic fitness disciplines, Aqua Zumba blends it all together into a workout that’s cardio-conditioning, body-toning, and most of all, exhilarating beyond belief.

Location: Port Shiloh Pool (8 Classes)
Fees: Resident $80 Non-Resident $100
Walk-in Fees: Resident $12 Non-Resident $13
*No class July 5

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

Registration Deadline: June 13
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $75 Non-Resident $90 (8 classes)

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

Saturday Classes

Registration Deadline: June 13
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $75 Non-Resident $90 (8 classes)

PRESCHOOL LEVEL II

Saturday Classes

Registration Deadline: June 13
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $75 Non-Resident $90 (8 classes)

PRESCHOOL LEVEL I

Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri · Ages 3-5 Yrs

Registration Deadline: Session I – June 12     Session II – July 1       Session III – July 22
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $75 Non-Resident $90 (8 classes)

PRESCHOOL LEVEL II

Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri · Ages 3-5 Yrs

Registration Deadline: Session I – June 12     Session II – July 1       Session III – July 22
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $75 Non-Resident $90 (8 classes)

LEARN TO SWIM: LEVELS 1-6

Saturday Session (8 CLASSES)

Registration Deadline: June 14
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $85       Non-Resident $100    (8 Classes)

Tuesday & Thursday Evening Classes (8 CLASSES)

Registration Deadline: Session I –  June 10 ·  Session II –  July 10
Location:Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $85      Non-Resident $100

(8 Classes)
 

SESSION 1

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

Registration Deadline: June 12
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $85 Non-Resident $100 (8 classes)

SESSION 2

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

Registration Deadline: July 1
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $85 Non-Resident $100 (8 classes)

SESSION 3

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

Registration Deadline: July 22
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $85 Non-Resident $100 (8 classes)

JR. LIFEGUARDING

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

Registration Deadline: July 22
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $85 Non-Resident $100 (8 classes)

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.

SATURDAYS

Registration Deadline: June 14

TUESDAYS

Registration Deadline: June 10

THURSDAYS

Registration Deadline: June 12

Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: $158   (8 classes)

ADULT SWIMMING LESSONS

We will accommodate any level, beginner to the advanced swimmer.

Registration Deadline: June 10
Location: Port Shiloh Pool
Fees: Resident $85 Non-Resident $100   (8 classes)

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D126’s Natatorium

3901 West 21st Street, Zion
Parking is available in the southwest parking lot behind ZBTHS.
(No Food or Drink in Natatorium)