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Pre-Employement Form Head Lifeguard Description Lifeguard Description 2023 Spring/Summer Aquatics Flyer Registration Pool Schedule Our Pool/Rentals Aquatic Facility Rules Junior Lifeguard Training Group Learn-to-Swim Private Lessons Swim Team Competitive Swimmer Clinics Adult/Masters Swimming Group Lifeguard Full Course Training Lifeguard Review/Renewal Training Lifeguard Instructor Training Adult Water Exercise CPR and First Aid Training Rec2Connect SwimSations

For More Info, contact Mike Gallagher | 216-524-6262 ext. 404 | mgallagher@sevenhillsohio.org

In compliance with the ADA, we have a portable Aquatics Lift and Water Wheelchair.
If you need assistance, please speak with a Lifeguard or Manager. 

2023 Pool Schedule (Updated April 13, 2023) | Complete Printable Schedule

**Important:

• Up to four lanes may be closed during ALL aquatic exercise classes.
• Due to programming and pool rentals, this schedule is subject to change without notice.
•  If you are not lap swimming in a lap lane and there is someone waiting to swim laps, you may be asked to move to another area of the pool to perform your water exercise routine.
• Lap swimmers 14 and Under may be asked to perform a swim test by the lifeguard. 

Daily Schedule:

• Sunday: Open/Lap Swim from 12 to 5:45 pm
  • 2 or 3 Lap Lanes Open from 12 to 2 pm.
• Monday: Open/Lap Swim from 5:30 am to 8:45pm
  • Water exercise classes from 8:15 to 10:45 am (Up to 4 lap lanes may be closed).
  • Swim Team from 5 to 7 pm (All lap lanes are closed. The water features area, hot tub and sauna are open.)
• Tuesday: Open/Lap Swim from 5:30 am to 8:45 pm
  • Water exercise classes from 8:15 to 10:45 am (Up to 4 lap lanes may be closed).
• Wednesday: Open/Lap Swim from 5:30 am to 8:45 pm
  • Water exercise classes from 9 to 10:45 am (Up to 4 lap lanes may be closed).
  • Swim Team from 5 to 7 pm (All lap lanes are closed. The water features area, hot tub and sauna are open.)
• Thursday: Open/Lap Swim from 5:30 am to 8:45 pm
  • Water exercise classes from 8:15 to 10:45 am (Up to 4 lap lanes may be closed).
• Friday: Open/Lap Swim from 5:30 am to 8:45 pm
  • Water exercise classes from 9 to 10:45 am (Up to 4 lap lanes may be closed).
• Saturday: Open/Lap Swim from 8 am to 7:45 pm
  • Swim Team from 10 to 11 am (All lap lanes are closed. The water features area, hot tub and sauna are open.)

Our Pool/Rentals

With a lap swimming pool, a 94-foot long water slide, 12 different water features, and 14,000 square feet of water fun, the Seven Hills Pool is the place to play. We offer programs from youth learn to swim, to lifeguard courses, water aerobics, and much more! There is plenty of time for lap and open swim, you can rent the pool for parties, or make it a great day with your family!

Reserve the pool and/or room for pool parties, family gatherings, Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, and much more! Contact Holly Zak at hzak@sevenhillsohio.org.

2023 Learn-to-Swim Group Lessons

2023 Spring/Summer Aquatics Flyer |  Lessons Group Descriptions | Register

This program is designed for ages 6 months and up. We offer a variety of different skill levels from pre-school to pre-swim team.

• IMPORTANT: There will be no spring session due to instructor training.
• Summer Session (Registration Begins May 7th)
  • Fees: Members $50 | Non-Members $60
  • Dates:
    • Monday PM Only: June 5th to July 17th (No Class July 3rd)
    • Wednesday PM Only: June 7th to July 19th (No Class July 5th)
    • Saturday AM Only: June 10th to July 15th
    • Monday-Thursday AM Lessons:
      • Session #1: June 5th to 15th
      • Session #2: July 10th to 20th
      • Session #3: TBD
  • Times: Will be posted on the registration page by May 1st

Learn-to-Swim Level Descriptions

• Cuttlefish: For ages 6 months to 3 years, the parent/guardian and participant will participate together in fun activities to help your child adjust to the water.
• Newt (PreSchool #1): For ages 3 and up, the goal of this group is to have the child learn to use their arms and legs with a floatation device, enter/exit the pool independently, and float, jump in, and exit the pool with or without assistance.
• Salamander (Preschool #2): For ages 3 and up, the goal of this group is to have the child improve their arm and leg strength, and float, jump in, and exit the pool with very little or without assistance.
• Seahorse (Preschool #3): For ages 3 and up, the goal of this group is to the float, jump in, and swim with their face in to the instructor without assistance.
• Sea Dragon (Preschool #4): For ages 4 to 7, the goal of this group is to improve on swimming skills, incorporate rhythmic breathing, and swimming farther than the previous levels.
• Jellyfish (Level #1): For ages 5 and up,  the goal of this group is learn freestyle with rotary breathing and backstroke without assistance.
• Sea Lion (Level #2): For ages 5 and up, the goal of this group is improve on their freestyle swimming and swim backstroke farther with their body at the surface.
• Otter (Level #3): For ages 5 and up, this group is to improve freestyle and backstroke swimming and introduce breaststroke.
• Polar Bear (Level #4): For ages 5 and up, this group will improve technique, strength, endurance with freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke, and introduce butterfly.

2023 Seahawks Recreation Swim Team

2023 Spring/Summer Aquatics Flyer | Register | Swim Team Website

We offer an inclusive competitive swimming program for all ability levels ages five and up. If your child can swim 25-yards/meters freestyle and 25-yards/meters backstroke non-stop, they can participate in this program. In the Fall, Winter, and Spring we will have one swim meet a month. In the summer we will have five to six swim meets where we compete against other local recreation swim teams in the Recreational Suburban Swim League. Contact Mike to schedule an evaluation to see if this program is right for your child.

• Summer Session:
  • Fees: Members $100 | Non-Members $110
  • Dates: June 19th to July 29th
  • Days/Times:
    • 10 and Under:
      • Mondays and Wednesdays from 5 to 6 pm
      • Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 to 11 am
    • 11 and Over: 
      • Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 7 pm
      • Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 to 11:30 am

2023 Competitive Swimming Clinics

2023 Spring/Summer Aquatics Flyer | Register

The Competitive Swimming clinics are open to all entrants ages 10 to 14 years of age. It is highly recommended, but not required, that swimmers have competitive experience prior to attending (Summer league, high school, YMCA, USA swimming, etc.). Clinics are not learn-to-swim programs.

• Dates and Times:
  • Clinic Fees: 
    • Members: $10 per clinic or $30 for all four clinics
    • Non-Members: $20 per clinic or $60 for all four clinics
  • Dates:
    • June 5th - Freestyle Technique
    • June 7th - Bacstroke Technique
    • June 12th - Breaststroke Technique
    • June 14th Butterfly Technique
  • Times: 5:30-6:30 pm

Adult/Masters Swimming Group

Masters Swimming Flyer | Pay Drop In Fee | $5 for members and $10 for Non-Members per practice 

2023 SwimSations: Pediatric Aquatic Therapy Group 

2023 Informational Flyer

SwimSations is a new and unique play-based aquatic therapy program for children with sensory processing challenges. For questions or to register contact Kristen Pataki at 440.567.3648 or email at kristen.pataki@gmail.com.

• Dates: February 7th through April 11th

2023 Private Swimming Lessons (For 16 years old and under Only.)

Schedule Lessons | Policies and Procedures | $30 per half hour

This program offers one-on-one or semi-private (2-3 swimmers of equal ability level) swim lessons for children 16 years and under. The emphasis can be for learning to swim or improving stroke technique. 

American Red Cross Junior Lifeguard Training Course

2023 Spring/Summer Aquatics Flyer | Register

For ages 11 to 14 years, the American Red Cross Junior Lifeguarding is designed to guide youth what it takes to be a lifeguard in the future. Each participant must attend each day of the course. On successful completion, the participant will receive a certification of completion. Contact the aquatics supervisor for more information.

• Fees: $50 Members | $60 Non-Members
• Dates/Times: June 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th from 12 to 3 pm (This is a four day course.)

2023 American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Full Courses

Complete Course Description/Prerequisites | Register (Registration is conducted through FastLaneSwimming.net) 

Provides entry-level participants the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until EMS personnel take over. Contact Mike with questions at 216-524-6262 ext. 404 or at mgallagher@sevenhillsohio.org.

• Dates TBD

2023 American Red Cross Review/Recertification Courses

Register (Registration is conducted through FastLaneSwimming.net) 

An abbreviated Lifeguarding course that briefly reviews course information and allows practice of skills and knowledge before testing. Current certification in Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED is required to participate in the review course. Students who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED which is valid for 2 years.

• Dates TBD

2023 American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Courses

Complete Course Description/Prerequisites | Register (Registration is conducted through FastLaneSwimming.net)

Trains lifeguarding instructor candidates to teach American Red Cross Lifeguarding, Lifeguarding Blended Learning, Shallow Water Lifeguarding, Aquatic Attraction Lifeguarding, Waterpark Skills, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Bloodborne Pathogens Training. Note: To teach Waterfront Skills, Lifeguarding instructors must possess a basic-level Waterfront Skills certificate. Contact Mike with questions at 216-524-6262 ext. 404 or at mgallagher@sevenhillsohio.org.

• Dates TBD

2023 Water Exercise Classes (Updated 2/9/23)

Members Punch Card: $38* | Non-Members Punch Card: $50* ~ Drop In Fee: $10
*Punch cards are good for 12 classes and expire after 8 months.

Printable Aqua Exercise Flyer | Order Water Exercise Equipment (Printable Equipment List)

HITT: This high-intensity interval training (HIIT) program eases joint stress while maximizing your muscle overload! 30-minutes is all you will need! - Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 8:15 to 8:45 am.

SilverSplash: Shallow water exercise for all skill levels to increase strength and cardiovascular exercise. - Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10 to 10:45 am.

Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program: This program is specifically geared toward adults with arthritis or those seeking a no-impact workout and is held in the shallow end of the lap pool. All participants are instructed in gentle aquatic activities under the guidance of a certified Arthritis Foundation Instructor. Free to Silver and Fit! - Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 10 to 10:45 am.

Low Impact Water Aerobics: Get a great workout without the pain! Low impact but high intensity! - Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 to 9:45 am.

Cardio & Toning: Combination of cardio intervals along with strengthening and toning moves. Great for beginners and those with experience. - Tuesdays and Thursdays with Laura from 9 to 9:45 am and/or with Karen from 6 to 7 pm.

HIIT: This high intensity training (HIIT) program eases joint stress while maximizing your muscle overload. - Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:15 to 8:45 am

 Aqua Barre: Combine all components of cardio, strength, and flexibility all in one class. Ballet barre combines principles of ballet, yoga, and Pilates. Great for beginners & all with experience! (Punch card only good for aqua barre!) - Mondays from 7:45 to 8:45 pm.

General Pool Rules

The Lifeguards…

• Have the final say when it comes to enforcing safety rules.
• May administer a swimming test to any patron at any time.
• Are required to complete a report for any injury/incident that occurs.

To keep our aquatic facility clean and sanitary, patrons must…

• Not have food, gum, beverages, or glass containers.
• Take a thorough shower before entering the water.
• Not swim with open cuts or wounds or if you have had diarrhea in the past two weeks.
• Not wear street/tennis shoes on the pool deck.
• Have children wear a swim diaper if they are not toilet trained.
• Take frequent bathroom breaks.

To keep our patrons safe in the pool, patrons must…

• Use only U.S. Coast Guard approved flotation devices.
• Make sure your child age 5 years and under is within arms-reach.
• Make sure your child wearing a lifejacket is within arms-reach.
• Make sure your child age 13 years and younger is accompanied by an adult.
• Not run, push, participate in horseplay, climb on the play structures, or hang on lane lines.
• Not dive or flip off the side anywhere in the pool area.
• Not throw balls during lap/open swim.
• Not use if under the influence of drugs/alcohol.
• Not use mermaid tails, scuba tanks, fins*, snorkels*, or inflatable devises.
  *May be allowed for lap swimming purposes only.

Slide Rules

To keep our patrons safe on the slide, patrons must…

• Be at least 48 inches tall.
• Not stand at the bottom of the slide to catch a rider.
• Exit the landing area immediately.
• Ride feet first on their back.
• Ride one person at a time.
• Not stop, change positions, or form chains.
• Not use life-jackets, fins, scuba mask, flotation devices, or throw objects.

Spa Rules

For your health and safety in the spa, patrons must…

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Not use with open cuts/wounds or if you have had diarrhea in the past two weeks.
• Observe reasonable time limits (10-15 min.) and exit to cool down before returning. Avoid long exposure and exit if experiencing nausea, dizziness, or fainting.
• Not enter if pregnant, living with heart disease, diabetes, or high blood pressure. We recommend consulting your physician before use.
• Not enter if under the influence of alcohol, tranquilizers, or other drugs that cause drowsiness or raise/lower blood pressure.
• Not use alone and observe a maximum of 8 patrons at one time.
• Not enter if the water temperature is greater than 104 degrees.

Sauna Rules

For your health and safety in the sauna, patrons must...

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• We recommend consulting your physician before use.
• Not add water or put a wet towel on the coals. This is a dry sauna.
• Not put a wet towel on the thermostat.
• Avoid prolonged use which may cause nausea, dizziness or fainting.
• Abide by a 10 minute maximum and leave immediately if feeling faint or dizzy.
• Not enter if living with heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure.
• Not enter if pregnant, elderly, or living with high or low blood pressure.
• Not enter if under the influence of alcohol, tranquilizers, or other drugs that cause drowsiness or raise/lower blood pressure.
• Not use alone and observe a maximum of 8 patrons at one time.
• Wear a swim suit.
• Not wear t-shirts, sweatshirts, compression wear or long sleeves.
• Not enter if the temperature is greater than 170 degrees.

To keep our sauna clean and sanitary, patrons must…

• Not wear street shoes.
• Not use or wear perfume, cologne, or scented lotions/oils.
• Not apply scent of any type to any part.
• Not have food, gum, or drinks of any kind.
• Not smoke, spit, or chew gum.
• Not shave, groom, or perform manicures.
• Not bring books or paper of any kind.

 Private Lessons Policies and Procedures (Updated 5/31/22)

• Important Safety Procedures:
  • Fees*: Individual or semi-private (2-3 swimmers of the same ability level*) lessons are $30 per half hour. *The fee for the lesson is the same no matter how many swimmers are in that lesson. Here are a few examples: If there are 3 swimmers for a 30-minute lesson, then the total fee is $30 or if there are two swimmers in a 60-minute lesson, the total fee is $60.
  • Payment: Payment must be received before each scheduled lesson at the front desk using a credit, cash, or check. Bring the receipt to your instructor so they can proceed with the lesson(s).
  • Cancellations: If you cancel within 6 hours of the scheduled lesson, you will be charged the full fee(s) for the lesson(s). You will not be able to schedule another lesson until the fee is paid.
  • No Show: You will be charged the full lesson(s) fee if you do not show up for your lesson. You will not be able to schedule another lesson until the fee is paid.
  • Late for Lessons: If you are late for a lesson, the instructor will do the best they can to give the swimmer a full lesson. If there is another lesson or activity scheduled immediately after the lesson, your lesson(s) may be cut short.
  • Open/Lap Swim After the Lesson(s):If the participant would like to stay afterwards and swim, they must have a membership or pay a drop-in fee. Proof of residency must be provided.