Aquatics

Registration Policies and FAQ for UCSF Swim Lessons 

Child Registration 

  • We kindly remind you that each child may only be registered for one swim lesson, per time slot, per session 8-day session to ensure all families have an opportunity to access lessons 
  • Class sharing is not allowed; only one swimmer may be attached to the lesson registration.  
  • You cannot sign up for other family, friends, or non-members to share the 8 classes.  
  • Members cannot register friends who are not members, we will not be able to issue a refund.  
  • Families with multiple children may need to complete separate transactions for each child due to system updates. 

Registration Details 

  • Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis and will open on Monday, Dec. 30th at 10 AM and close on Wednesday, January 8th, at 12 PM. Time slots will be from 9 AM –12 PM. 
  • The price is $200 for 8 25-minute classes on Saturdays starting January 11th- March 1st.  
  • This is a one-time payment for the 8-lesson package.  
  • There is no recurring payment at this time.  
  • All participants must sign a waiver before lessons begin. 
  • There is no changing allowed on deck, please use locker rooms or inclusive changing rooms on the second floor of the fitness center.  
  • Participants must check in at the second-floor desk every week, not just during the first week. 

Waitlists and Availability 

  • There are currently no waitlists available for any classes. 
  • If your desired class level is not listed or labeled as “sold out”, it is fully booked. 
  • If you sign up for the wrong class, we will do our best to accommodate you. If the class is full, you will be issued a refund. 
  • Refunds will only be provided if the cancellation is due to facility issues, pool closures, or emergency evacuations under UCSF's responsibility. 

      Membership 

  • At least one parent must be a member of either UCSF Bakar or Millberry Union Fitness Centers in order to sign up for lessons. In the future children will be required to become members once ABC has been fully integrated. 
  • New members will not receive membership numbers due to the transition to ABC.  

Contact Information 

  • If you have further questions, please contact us at aquatics@ucsf.edu. 

*Please download, sign and date the waiver at the link below and bring to the first class:
https://campuslifeserviceshome.ucsf.edu/sites/campuslifeservices.ucsf.edu/files/2024-10/FR-Aquatics_Program_Waiver_0.pdf 

For Bakar Fitness Center Parking info please go to:
https://campuslifeserviceshome.ucsf.edu/transportation/parking-fit-rec-member