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FREE Water Safety Lesson For Ages 4-12

June 3, 2019

There will be FREE learn to swim clinics on June 8-9, 2019 for children ages 4-12 throughout South Hampton Roads.

The American Red Cross of Southeastern Virginia will be conducting these classes in memory of Mary Helen Thomas, a local woman who was an instrumental part of the local swim community until her death in 2010.

Register now this event will fill up! There will be an opportunity for youth to win swim scholarships and prizes as a part of the event at each site.
 
SATURDAY, JUNE 8, 2019: 10 – 11:30am 

  • The Salvation Army Kroc Center, Norfolk • 757-622-5762 
  • For ages 5-15. The event is free and open to the public.  During the time of the event the Aquatics Center will be closed for general use and will reopen at 12pm. All participants must be in swimsuits.
SATURDAY, JUNE 8, 2019: 12:30-2:30pm. Register Here. Search for activity #19713
  • Seatack Recreation Center, Virginia Beach • 757-385-5920
  • Ages 4-12
  • Swimsuits are required for participation. Membership not required for event.
SATURDAY, JUNE 8, 2019: 1-3pm. Register Here. Search for activity #19714
  • Bow Creek Recreation Center, Virginia Beach • 757-385-5960
  • Ages 4-12
  • Swimsuits are required for participation. Membership not required for event.

SUNDAY, JUNE 9, 2019: 11:30am – 1pm. Register Here. Search for activity #19712 
  • Kempsville Recreation Center, Virginia Beach • 757-385-5970
  • Ages 4-12
  • Swimsuits are required for participation. Membership not required for event.
 
 
Mary Helen Thomas Day - Free Water Safety Lessons
Tags: Learn to Swim, Mary Helen Thomas Day, Red Cross of Southeastern VA, Swimming, Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation, and Water Safety
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