Aquatics

Aquatics at The WREC

In addition to a great exercise equipment selection, the Wildcat Recreation Center also offers an outdoor pool and spa deck. Fully outfitted with lounge chairs and chairs, you can relax by the pool or swim in designated free swim or lap swim areas. We hire and train a team of lifeguards to oversee safety "on deck" while you enjoy the space. Learn about our programs below.
 

Log Rolling
Join Adventure Outings for log rolling at the WREC pool; a balanced based activity in which competitors try to stay on top of a floating log while it spins and bobs in the water. You can try it solo or compete against a friend! No swim experience or sign ups are necessary. Staff will be present to give tips and pointers to help you achieve success. No swimming ability required. Sign up here.

Swim Tahoe
An on-going challenge to swim sixty miles, the length it would take to swim the circumference of Lake Tahoe, CA. Participants can sign up and record their laps with the WREC lifeguards throughout their time at Chico State. Participants who complete the challenge receive a sweatshirt as an award.

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Swim Lessons

Want to learn to swim? We offer both paid private lessons and free group lessons!

Group Lessons - Our group swim lessons are focused on those who have little to no experience in the water. Participants will gain comfort going underwater, learn to float on their stomach and back, and learn the arm and legs movements to swim across the pool. All beginner group lessons take place in the shallow end and only progress to deeper water as student's abilities and comfort allow. Our Beginner 2.0 class is for those who are comfortable with their face in the water and can float and kick without assistance. Group lessons have a $15 registration fee that is refunded if you attend 6 of the 8 classes. Click here to view our current offerings!

Private Lessons - If your skills don't fit in our group lessons or you'd like some extra attention, you can book a private lesson with an instructor. Lessons are 30 minutes and can be purchased at the WREC front desk: 1 for $20 or 5 for $80. After you purchase a pack of lessons our staff will contact you to setup your lessons with an instructor who can meet your needs.

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Pool Programming

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