Thanksgiving Hours! 🦃
Bethany Athletic Club will be open from 5:00 AM – 2:00 PM on Thanksgiving Day.
Check out our Events page for information on all Thanksgiving Day classes and our Kids Turkey Trot. Have an amazing holiday!
Swim Lessons in Portland
Bethany Athletic Club offers adult and youth swimming lessons
Swim Levels & Schedules
Level 1
NEW SWIMMERS! Focusing on floating, submersion, and independence from parents. Level 1 also introduces kicking and push-offs, the foundations of swimming.
2026 Level 1 classes take place Sunday, January 4th through Monday, February 23rd. Level 1 swimmers must choose between Sunday or Monday classes at time of enrollment.
| L1 Options: | Sundays | Mondays |
|---|---|---|
| Ages: 4-6 | 10:00 – 10:30 AM | 5:00 – 5:30 PM |
| Ages: 7-9 | 10:30 – 11:00 AM | 5:30 – 6:00 PM |
| Ages: 10+ | 11:00 – 11:30 AM | 6:00 – 6:30 PM |
Level 2
SWIMMERS COMFORTABLE WITH WATER! Able to submerge fully with bubbles and able to float on the front and back. Level 2 is focused on mastering flutter kicking, streamline push-offs. Introducing arms strokes.
2026 Level 2 classes take place from Sunday, January 4th through Wednesday, February 25th.
| L2 Schedule: | Sundays | Wednesdays |
|---|---|---|
| Ages: 4-6 | 12:00 – 12:30 PM | 5:00 – 5:30 PM |
| Ages: 7-9 | 12:30 – 1:00 PM | 5:30 – 6:00 PM |
| Ages: 10+ | 1:00 – 1:30 PM | 6:00 – 6:30 PM |
Level 3
PIECING IT ALL TOGETHER! Able to kick in a streamline position and propel forward with arm strokes. Level 3 is focused on mastering long-axis rotation for side breathing and sustained momentum while swimming.
2026 Level 3 classes take place from Sunday, January 4th through Friday, February 27th.
| L3 Schedule: | Sundays | Fridays |
|---|---|---|
| Ages: 4-6 | 2:00 – 2:30 PM | 5:00 – 5:30 PM |
| Ages: 7-9 | 2:30 – 3:00 PM | 5:30 – 6:00 PM |
| Ages: 10+ | 3:00 – 3:30 PM | 6:00 – 6:30 PM |
Now Enrolling: Group Swim Lessons
Our new group swim lessons are an 8-week course designed for Level 1–3 swimmers. Each level follows a structured progression, helping swimmers build confidence and skills at an age-appropriate pace. The final class of each course will be a skills test to determine readiness for the next level. Lessons are available for ages 4-6, 7-9, and 10+. Classes begin on January 4th, 2026. View the Swim Levels and Schedules dropdowns for more information.
Group Swim Details:
- Course Length: 8 weeks (1 class per week)
- Pricing: $200 per course ($25/class)
- Eligibility: Membership-exclusive program*
- Enrollment Policy: Day & Time is selected at the time of purchase and cannot be changed once registered. No make-up classes for missed sessions. Swim instructors will coordinate with parents for appropriate level placement.
- Minimum Enrollment: Classes with fewer than 2 registrants will be canceled one week prior to the course start date.
- Good news: New classes will be added to meet demand!
Reserve your swimmer’s spot today: pre-register online or at the front desk!
Swim Levels & Schedules
Level 1
NEW SWIMMERS! Focusing on floating, submersion, and independence from parents. Level 1 also introduces kicking and push-offs, the foundations of swimming.
2026 Level 1 classes take place Sunday, January 4th through Monday, February 23rd. Level 1 swimmers must choose between Sunday or Monday classes at time of enrollment.
| L1 Schedule: | Sundays | Mondays |
|---|---|---|
| Ages: 4-6 | 10:00 – 10:30 AM | 5:00 – 5:30 PM |
| Ages: 7-9 | 10:30 – 11:00 AM | 5:30 – 6:00 PM |
| Ages: 10+ | 11:00 – 11:30 AM | 6:00 – 6:30 PM |
Level 2
SWIMMERS COMFORTABLE WITH WATER! Able to submerge fully with bubbles and able to float on the front and back. Level 2 is focused on mastering flutter kicking, streamline push-offs. Introducing arms strokes.
2026 Level 2 classes take place from Sunday, January 4th through Wednesday, February 25th.
| L2 Schedule: | Sundays | Wednesdays |
|---|---|---|
| Ages: 4-6 | 12:00 – 12:30 PM | 5:00 – 5:30 PM |
| Ages: 7-9 | 12:30 – 1:00 PM | 5:30 – 6:00 PM |
| Ages: 10+ | 1:00 – 1:30 PM | 6:00 – 6:30 PM |
Level 3
PIECING IT ALL TOGETHER! Able to kick in a streamline position and propel forward with arm strokes. Level 3 is focused on mastering long-axis rotation for side breathing and sustained momentum while swimming.
2026 Level 3 classes take place from Sunday, January 4th through Friday, February 27th.
| L3 Schedule: | Sundays | Fridays |
|---|---|---|
| Ages: 4-6 | 2:00 – 2:30 PM | 5:00 – 5:30 PM |
| Ages: 7-9 | 2:30 – 3:00 PM | 5:30 – 6:00 PM |
| Ages: 10+ | 3:00 – 3:30 PM | 6:00 – 6:30 PM |
Private Swim Lessons For All Ages
We offer private and semi-private (2 students) swim lessons for any type of individual looking to improve his or her swim strokes. Our skilled swim instructors are excellent at identifying the student’s ability and honing classes around his or her level to ensure quick, correct, and efficient learning.
Bethany Athletic Club’s Aquatic Programs are exclusive to members. Not a member? Learn more about our current Membership Plans here!
Members can register for swim lessons by visiting or calling the Front desk at 971-297-3423.
Non-members can inquiry about registering for swim lessons by using the form below.
Want to save money on Swim Lessons? Become a premium member at Bethany Athletic Club and save 10% on swim lessons and much more!
BAC Members Register Today!
For a faster registration time – please register online though the member portal. Member can register for swim lessons by visiting or calling the Front Desk today.
Non-Members Inquiry!
Swim Lessons are open to Bethany Athletic Club Members. If you are not a member of Bethany Athletic Club – please fill out the form below to receive more information about what is needed to register for swim lessons.
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Visit our Membership Page to learn more about our current membership options and promotions.
