Swimming
News and Topics General Swimming Masters Swim Program - This program provides an excellent cardiovascular workout for individuals looking to improve their swimming as well as for individuals looking for an alternate cross training opportunity. Over the course of the hour swimmers participate in balanced workouts focusing on endurance, speed, or technique. Workouts are provided for different abilities ranging from intermediate to advanced swimmers. The one hour workouts are generally 2700-3600 yards in length. The class is open to all individuals who can swim freestyle and are comfortable swimming with other people in their lane. For more information contact Stephanie at the Newport Athletic Club 846-7723 extension 1036.  |
Swimming strengthens the body, regulates breathing, and stimulates circulation. It benefits the upper body, torso and legs together and is a great way to improve general strength, stamina and cardiovascular fitness. As a regular physical activity, swimming can also help lower your blood pressure and cholesterol.
Swimming is a very low impact exercise. The provided weightlessness of the water greatly reduces stress on joints, reducing the potential of back, knee and other muscular injuries. The water pressure against the legs and arms is also beneficial to the circulatory system. The water pressure adds to the muscle pressure exerted on the veins to aid in returning blood to the heart and lungs.
- Summer Hours (starting mid-June): 6am - 8pm weekdays; weekends 7am - 5:30pm.
- Winter Hours (starting mid-September): 6am - 9pm; weekends 7am - 6:30pm.
- Lap swimming available during all open pool hours. Swim in one of our dedicated Lap Lanes.
We currently offer private swim lessons; all of our instructors teach both adults and children. Please contact an instructor below or download one of our registration forms.
Registration Form (PDF)
Group Swim Lessons
Download flyers and registration forms for group swim lessons for children:
Group Swim Lessons for Preschool and School Age Children (PDF)
Swim Instructors
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Tim Anderson: Tim Anderson's focus is teaching kids and adults alike to move through the water as quickly and efficiently as possible. His emphasis is stroke mechanics and is very technique driven to condition his students to become faster, stronger swimmers. He is a big proponent in injury prevention through proper form. Sessions include detailed instruction on stroke technique. Competitive and distance swimmers to leisure lap swimmers welcome. Tim Anderson is currently an Assistant Swim Coach for Newport County Wahoo’s and is Head Coach for Middletown High School Varsity Swim Team. He is certified by the American Swim Coaches Association as a level 2 certified coach/stroke instructor. He swam competitively for 11 years acquiring many accolades including Who's Who in High School Sports as well as many still standing records locally. To contact Tim Anderson please call his cell: 401-633-5969 or email him at andersonswim@hotmail.com |
| Sarah Coyne: Sarah is a graduate of URI with a Masters in Teaching from Sacred Heart University. In addition to her teaching experience she has been a certified Lifeguard, Water Safety Instructor, and a swim coach. She has been part of the competitive swimming community her entire life and was a member of the URI Women’s Atlantic 10 Team. She also coaches the Newport Boys and Girls Club Barracudas. She is a knowledgeable instructor for beginners as well as competitive swimmers. Video stroke analysis can be provided. For a consultation, please contact Sarah at 924-2152 or coyne.sarah.e@gmail.com. | |
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Julie Emmer: Julie has been a certified Water Safety Instructor by the American Red Cross since 1999; she has also held her lifeguard certification since 1998. She has experience with all levels, from infants through adults. She teaches both private and group lessons. To contact her for a consultation call her at 473-7900. |
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Terri DiGiovanni: Terri is a lifetime swimmer with a passion for teaching. She has been a teaching swim lessons for over 30 years. She coached at the high school level for 10 years. Terri has experience with children and adults, from the first time swimmer to stroke refinement. Terri is a certified teacher and lifeguard. For a consultation please contact Terri at 662-3737. |
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Emily Jordan: Group Lessons Only. Emily Jordan has been a lifeguard since 1996. She is also certified in water fitness by AAAISMA and is certified in CPR and first aid. She has taught swimming lessons for all ages and abilities-- infants to adults since 1997. She coached the Newport Naval Blues Swim Team 2000-2002 and has been teaching Water Aerobics for over 4 years. For a consultation please contact Emily at 1-864-650-1085. |
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Michael Mancini: Michael is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island where he was a member of the Men's NCAA swimming team. He is a certified lifeguard, Red Cross Water Safety Instructor and Lifeguard/CPR Instructor. For the past 3 years he has been the Head Coach of the Newport Barracudas competitive swimming team. He specializes in private swimming lessons and group swimming instruction for all ages. For a consultation please contact Michael at: mswim2442@yahoo.com |
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Liam Mooney: Liam has been a swim instructor since 2004 and a certified lifeguard since 2001. For the past 3 years he has been the Head Lifeguard here at the Newport Athletic Club. Currently, he is a certified High School Social Studies teacher. He teaches both private and group lessons. Liam has experience with all levels form children to adults. To contact him for a consultation, call (401)846-7861 extension 1008. |
If I want to sign my children up for swim lessons who do I speak with?
Private and semi-private lessons are available. You decide which instructor you want and contact them directly. Time slots are based on the avaialability of both you and the instructor. Each session is 30 minutes long. Please see the registration form and sign up at the front desk.
Are group swim lessons offered?
Yes, group lessons are offered throughout the year. If interested please sign up at the front desk, as space is limited. Swim clinics are also periodically offered.
Can I work out while my children swim?
Children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. If your child(ren) is not a strong swimmer an adult must be in the water with them. Babysitters must be older than 13 and if not a member require a Guest Pass.