Where to find free or reduced cost swimming lessons

Both the YMCA and a Dekalb County Commissioner’s office told 285 South that after learning about the drowning of a 9 year old boy in Clarkston on June 7, they were working on developing additional water safety resources for families (285 South will update as we learn new information). If you know of any more swim lessons or swim safety resources in the area, especially that are easy to sign up for and low cost, reach out to sophia@285south.com.

Here’s what we found so far:

The YMCA  is offering free water safety and swimming classes in the Clarkston area this summer – sign up here.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 18 – July 11. 10am – 10:45am. Milam Park Pool. 3867 Norman Rd, Clarkston.

Mondays and Wednesdays, July 8 – July 31. 6pm – 6:40pm. Decatur YMCA: 1100 Clairemont Ave, Decatur.

Monday-Thursday, July-15th – July 25th, 10:00-10:45 Milam Park Pool. 3867 Norman Rd, Clarkston.

Tuesday and Thursday, July 15 and July 18. 10am – 10:45, Milam Park Pool. 3867 Norman Rd, Clarkston.

The Swem School offers scholarships for families. Call 678-247-4599 for more information. 

Dekalb County: The Police Athletic League Plus offers swimming lessons at the East Lake YMCA. Email Amingo@dekalbcountyga.gov if you’re interested.