Classes and Lessons at Rockville Swim and Fitness Center 

About Classes and Lessons at Rockville Swim and Fitness Center 

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Get fit with our many fitness classes or personal training. From swimming lessons to fitness training, we offer different classes for any fitness level. Our classes are available to all ages.  

Ways to Register  

  1. Register and pay online through Rec1  
  2. Download and complete the registration form  

We encourage and support individuals with disabilities to register for Rockville Recreation & Parks programs and use our facility. If you require an ADA reasonable accommodation, please contact the Rockville Swim and Fitness Center or MD Relay 711 before your program begins, as ample coordination is necessary to secure modifications. 

The City of Rockville believes that everyone, regardless of income, should be able to participate in its recreation opportunities. The Recreation and Parks Department facilitates participation by offering financial assistance to city residents through recreation financial assistance programs.  

Note: Program registration fees grant customers access to the program area (pool or classroom) during the specified class time as well as any needed time in the locker room. Customers shall pay the facility’s daily admission fee or scan their membership card if they desire to use the pools/whirlpool/fitness room before or after class. Facility members are entitled to discounts on certain aquatics classes. See our Memberships page for details.  

Rockville Safe Waters: Swim Scholarship Program for Youth with Autism 

The Rockville Safe Waters initiative has been established to honor the memory of Ace Alexander and aims to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive swim instruction environment for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Through a targeted scholarship program, we will provide financial support for inclusive swim lessons for up to 10 children, fostering water safety, physical development, and family engagement at the Rockville Swim and Fitness Center.

Types of Classes and Lessons

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All ages  
We offer in-person and virtual classes for aerobics, zumba, sculpting, yoga, kickboxing and more. Our classes are tailored for all fitness levels, designed to challenge and motivate with skilled trainers who are supportive and fun.

6 months to teen  
Swimming lessons are fun for all ages and range from early beginner to swim team prep. Our friendly instructors lead guardian and child lessons to learn swimming basics. Check our level requirements, course descriptions, and lesson guidelines for more information.

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14 years and older  
Refine your technique, learn a new stroke or develop your swimming skills with our adult swim lessons. Our friendly staff, lead you through instruction tailored to your swimming level. We have four levels to accommodate any learner.

All ages  
Due to high demand, there is a 6-8 month wait to be paired with an instructor.   

For more intimate training lessons, we offer private one-on-one sessions for all skill levels. Request a private lesson online or email a completed Private Lesson Request Form to Debbie Bouwkamp at dbouwkamp@rockvillemd.gov. Note: Wait times vary based on staff and pool availability and volume of customer requests. 
  
$42 for 30-minute session.  
$63 for 30-minute session for two people.   
$5 discount for Swim and Fitness Center members.

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A group of adults in a swimming pool perform stretching exercises led by an instructor at the poolside.

16 years and older  
Led by trained instructors, our swimming and fitness classes are for adults looking to get fit using water aerobics, improve technique, or enjoy other types of energizing workouts in the pool. For those training for triathlons, our USA Triathlon Coaches can mold you into a top competitor.

Ages vary  
Our certified trainers help personalize a workout designed to fit your lifestyle and fitness level and help you reach your goals. Begin with a body assessment and start your journey to a healthier lifestyle. In-person and virtual training available. We offer packages for single participants or for two people if you’d like to train with a friend. Special discounts apply for groups of two.

We offer:  

  • Fitness assessments  
  • Strength and flexibility training  
  • Cardiovascular conditioning  
  • Sport-specific training  
  • Nutritional counseling  
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Rates

*Three-session packages are only available one time as a jump start option.

One PersonTwo Person
1 Session$65$100
3 Sessions*$150$210
10 Sessions$600$900
20 Sessions$1,100$1,600

Request a Personal Training Package

To request a personal training package, please fill out our online request form or complete and return the Personal Training Request Form and email to swimcenter@rockvillemd.gov or fax to 240-314-8759. 

Lifeguard Training, Water Safety Instructor, and CPR/AED and First Aid Classes

Ages vary
American Red Cross certification classes for Lifeguard Training, Water Safety Instructor, CPR/AED and First Aid are available at the Rockville Swim and Fitness Center year round. Some certifications have age requirements and pre-requisites. View our Fall-Winter 2026 Lifeguard Training Schedule for more details.

CPR/AED and First Aid Training “stand alone” courses are available (view the Fall-Winter 2026 Schedule or Winter-Spring 2026 Schedule), for those who do not need Lifeguard certification. Keep an eye on this page for updates when classes are available. 

Rockville Rays Swim Team

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The Rockville Rays are the summer swim team of the Rockville Swim and Fitness Center. The team is operated through a partnership of the Recreation and Parks Department and the Rockville Rays Parents group. Registration for the Summer 2025 Program will open on April 1, 2025. View Summer 2025 Registration Information here!