Sterling Recreation Center holding registration for Swim Lessons

***Press Release***

The Sterling Recreation Center will have registration for American Red Cross swimming lessons Monday, June 10 through Thursday, June 13.  This is the second summer session of swimming lessons.  Openings will be filled on a first come first served basis.  Registrations will only be accepted at the Sterling Recreation Center, 808 Elm Street in Sterling.  Phone-in registrations are not accepted.

Classes are held Monday-Friday, June 17-28.

Classes include:

• Parent & Child - $30 for 10-half hour lessons
• Transition to Independence through Level 6 - $30 for 10-half hour lessons

Interested persons can contact the Recreation Center at 522-7882 for a complete list of current swimming lesson classes and times, or if you have questions about the remaining summer sessions of lessons.

Sterling Rec Center Outdoor Pool Opens May 27

The Sterling Recreation Center’s outdoor pool opens for the season on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27.  Summer open swimming hours for the outdoor pool are from 1-5:30pm every day, all summer.  Summer lap swimming hours for the outdoor pool are from 12-1pm and 5:30-6:30pm every day, plus Saturday mornings from 9am-1pm.  For a complete list of facility and pool hours please call the Sterling Recreation Center at 522-7882.

Space Available In Swim Lesson Classes at Sterling Recreation Center

Registration for rural swim lessons has taken place; however, the Sterling Recreation Center still has additional space available in many classes.  The classes run Monday through Friday, June 3 through June 14.  The registration deadline is Sunday, June 2.  Interested persons must register and pay in advance for swim lessons at the Sterling Recreation Center.  Phone in registrations are not accepted.

Classes include

• Transition to Independence classes for kids ages 2 years old - $30 for 10 half hour lessons
• Levels 1 through 6 - $30 for 10 half hour lessons
• Adults - $40 for 10 half hour lessons
• Private lessons - $60 for 5 one hour lessons, or 10 half hour lessons

After the rural session, there will still be 4 more full sessions of swim lessons this summer.  Each session consists of 28 classes with room for 180 children.

Summer Swim Lesson Schedule

• Session 1 (Rural) - Registration runs through June 2 - Classes run June 3-14
• Session 2 - Registration runs June 10-13 - Classes run June 17-28
• Session 3 - Registration runs June 24-27 - Classes run July 1-12
• Session 4 - Registration runs July 8-11 - Classes run July 15-26
• Session 5 (Private Lessons) - Registration runs July 22-25 - Classes run July 29-August 2

Interested persons can contact the Sterling Recreation Center at 522-7882 for a complete list of current swimming lesson classes and times.

Sterling Lions Club Hosts “Tri on the Plains” Sprint/Triathlon June 23

***Press Release***

Sterling, CO – The Sterling Lions Club took a cue from last years’ sporting events to host a sprint/triathlon called “Tri on the Plains”; a 700 meter swim / 15 mile bike / 5K run event for athletes on Sunday, June 23, 2013.  In addition, the Lions Club will host an “Open” or mini-triathlon for beginners, families and children.

“Tri on the Plains” is a fundraiser where proceeds will be used to benefit Lions Club sight projects. The Sterling Lions Club, the largest of the Lions organizations on the eastern plains, hosts a variety of events throughout the year to generate funds for sight projects, such as the Pancake Night for Sight and Tri on the Plains.  In addition, the Sterling Lions Club participates in the community through the KidSight Program and support of the Rocky Mountain Lions Eye Bank & Eye Institute Foundation.

In addition to participating in the event on June 23^rd, the Sterling Lions Club “Tri” committee is also looking for local sponsors, ranging from $100 Fan sponsors to $1,000 Gold sponsors.  Sponsorships include a variety of marketing & advertising options as well as complimentary event registrations.

Pricing for “Tri on the Plains” starts at $25 for the “Open” or mini-tri, $70 for Individuals (full Sprint triathlon), and $90 for Relay Teams.  Prices increase $5 starting June 1 and the host hotel is the Comfort Inn in Sterling.  More information and registration can be located on the event website www.triontheplains.org.

Sterling Recreation Center Offering Additional Open Swim Hours March 18-22

The Sterling Recreation Center is offering additional open swimming hours weekdays during spring break.  March 18-22 open swimming will be from 1-5pm and from 6:30-8pm.

Saturday swimming hours will remain the same with lap swim from 11:30am-1pm and open swimming from 1-8pm.  Sunday swimming hours will also remain the same with lap swimming from 1-2pm and open swimming from 2-5pm.

If you have any questions concerning other Sterling Recreation Center hours or programs, please call 522-7882.

Registration for Sterling Swim Team Underway

***Press Release***

Registration is currently underway for the 2013 Sterling Swim Team.  Registration forms are available at the Sterling Recreation Center, 808 Elm Street in Sterling.

Pre-summer practices are optional and run Tuesday, April 16 through Thursday, May 16.  They are for new or returning swim team members ages 6 to 18.  Pre-summer practices are conducted Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45-4:45pm.  Participants can attend pre-summer workouts after paying the Swim Team registration fee of $50, or by paying a $4 per day trial fee.  The fee includes all pre-season practices, regular season practices, C.A.R.A. registration and meet fees.

Summer practices begin Monday, June 3, and are held Monday through Friday.  Swimmers will participate in swimming drills, receive instruction on competitive swim strokes, and do fun swimming activities.

The summer swim team practices are held outdoors.  Practices are scheduled Monday through Friday from 10-11:30am for all age groups.  The Sterling Swim Team participates in the Colorado Association of Recreational Athletics (C.A.R.A.) swimming program.  C.A.R.A. swim meets are held every other Saturday beginning June 15 in cities along the front range.

Before being allowed to participate or practice with the swim team, perspective swim team members will be tested.  They must be able to swim one length of the pool, using the proper front crawl technique.  They must correctly alternate their arms, keep their face in water, and turn head to just on side to breathe.  They cannot stop or touch the bottom at all during the test.

For more information on meets, practice times, and fees, stop by or call the Sterling Recreation Center at 522-7882.

Sterling Recreation Center Fall/Winter/Spring Pool Schedule Starts Thursday August 23

Monday-Wednesday-Friday

5:30-7:30am - Lap Swimming
7-7:30am - Aqua Aerobics
11:30am-2pm - Lap Swimming (occasionally, school activities are scheduled at 1pm during lap swimming)
2-5pm - Open Swimming
5-6:30pm - Lap Swimming

Tuesday-Thursday

5:30-7:30am - Lap Swimming
11:30am-1pm - Lap Swimming

Saturday

11:30am-1pm - Lap Swimming
1-8pm - Open Swimming

Sunday

1-2pm - Lap Swimming
2-5pm - Open Swimming

For additional information please call the Sterling Recreation Center at 522-7882.

Sterling Recreation Center Outdoor Pool Closes August 22

The Sterling Recreation Center outdoor pool will close for the season on Wednesday August 22 at 6:30pm. The fall/winter/spring indoor pool schedule will begin on Thursday August 23.

Please call the Sterling Recreation Center at 522-7882 for additional information.

Registration for American Red Cross Swimming Lessons June 25-28 in Sterling

The Sterling Recreation Center will have registration for American Red Cross swimming lessons Monday June 25 through Thursday June 28.  This is the third summer session of swim lessons with twenty-four different classes offered.  Openings will be filled on a first come first served basis and are expected to close early in the week.  Registrations will only be accepted at the Sterling Recreation Center, 808 Elm Street.  Phone-in registrations are not accepted.

Classes run Monday through Friday, July 2 through July 13, however, there will be no swimming lessons on Wednesday July 4.  Multiple class times are offered between 8am and noon.

Private swimming lessons are also available throughout the summer.  Get your kids in for some one on one instruction.  Private lesson class dates and times are the same as regular swimming lessons but they can also be arranged at other times.  Private lessons cost $60 for 10 half-hour lessons or 5 hour long lessons.

Classes include a new Transition To Independence Class for ages 2 and up through Level 6 ($30 for 9 half-hour lessons).  Private lessons ($60 for 9 half-hour lessons or 4 hour long lessons).  An Adult Class will also be offered at 6pm ($40 for 9 half-hour lessons).  Interested persons can contact the Recreation Center at 522-7882 for a complete list of classes and times.

Registration For American Red Cross Swimming Lessons June 11-14 at Sterling Recreation Center

The Sterling Recreation Center will have registration for American Red Cross swimming lessons Monday June 11 through Thursday June 14.  This is the second summer session of swimming lessons.  Openings will be filled on a first come first served basis and are expected to close early in the week.  Registrations will only be accepted at the Sterling Recreation Center, 808 Elm Street in Sterling.  Phone-in registrations are not accepted.

Classes are held Monday-Friday, June 18-June 29.  Classes include: Parent & Child ($30 for 10-half hour lessons), and Transition to Independence through Level 6 ($30 for 10-half hour lessons).  Interested persons can contact the Recreation Center at 522-7882 for a complete list of current swimming lesson classes and times, or if you have questions about the remaining summer sessions of lessons.

Limited Space Available in Sterling Recreation Center Swimming Lessons

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Registration for rural swim lessons has taken place; however, the Sterling Recreation Center has limited space available in several classes.  The classes run Monday through Friday, June 4th through June 15th.  The registration deadline is Thursday, May 31st.  Interested persons can register in person at the Sterling Recreation Center.  Phone-in registrations are not accepted.

Classes include Level 1 through Level 6 ($30 for 10-half hour lessons), and adults ($40 for 10-half hour lessons).

There are still three sessions of summer swim lessons to register for.  Each session consists of 28 classes and room for 180 children!

Summer Swim Lesson Schedule


Session     Registration Dates                  Class Dates
1               (Limited Space Available)       June 4-15
2               June 11-14                             June 18-29
3               June 25-28                             July 2-13
4               July 9-12                                July 16-27
5               (Private Lesson Only)             July 30-August 3

Interested persons can contact the Sterling Recreation Center at 522-7882 for a complete list of current swimming lesson classes and times.

Sterling Recreation Center to hold swim lesson registrations for NE Colorado Rural Schools

Sterling Recreation Center staff will conduct American Red Cross swimming lesson registration as follows for students of these rural schools:

April 27 - Registration for New Raymer, Stoneham, Merino, and Atwood will be held from 10:30-11:30am at Merino Elementary School

May 11 - Registration for Iliff, Padroni, Crook, and Proctor will be held from 8-9am at Caliche Elementary School

May 11 - Registration for Peetz will be held from 10-11am at Peetz Elementary School

Cost is $30 for 10 half-hour lessons.

For more information call 522-7882.

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and Water Safety Instructor Training Classes Offered May 29-June 1

***City of Sterling Press Release***

The Sterling Recreation Center will offer American Red Cross certified Lifeguard Training (L.G.T.) and Water Safety Instructor Training (W.S.I.) classes.  Water Safety Instructors teach swimming lessons to children and adults.

The 4-day long classes are scheduled on May 29-June 1, 2012, from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00, and 6:30 p.m. - 9:00.  Participants must be present at class all day, every day!

Prospective L.G.T. students must be at least 15 by June 1, 2012.  Prospective W.S.I. students must be at least 16 by June 1, 2012.

The registration deadline is Monday, May 14, 2012.  Registration forms and information sheets are available at the Sterling Recreation Center, 808 Elm St.

The Sterling Recreation Center will have job openings for 15 new American Red Cross Certified Lifeguards this summer!

Please call Dennis at the Sterling Recreation Center, 522-7882 for additional information.