Learn To Swim @ WHAT Swim School!
Fall Session
September 12th - October 29th
⏰ Mark your calendars - Registration will open August 13th @ 7AM
💦 Indoor Fun! Healthy, Happy and Swimming this Fall! 🏊♂️
Learn to swim @ Woodland Hills HS
Learn to Swim @ Mckeesport Area HS
Group Lesson Class Descriptions
Private Lesson Information
Fall Session registration opens August 13th @7am
WHAT Swim School
Your First Step into Swimming Starts Here!
WHAT Swim School – Two Locations, One Great Program
- Woodland Hills High School
📍 2550 Greensburg Pike, Pittsburgh, PA 15221 - McKeesport Area High School
📍 1960 Eden Park Blvd, McKeesport, PA 15132
At WHAT Swim School, we make swimming safe, fun, and lifelong. Our program offers recreational swim lessons designed to teach essential water safety and the building blocks of competitive swimming.
Why Choose WHAT Swim School?
- ✅ Safety First: Learn vital water safety skills
- ✅ Confidence & Coordination: Build skills that last a lifetime
- ✅ Love for the Water: Foster enjoyment and healthy habits
- ✅ Beyond the Pool: Benefits that stay with you for life
Flexible Scheduling
We offer 7-week sessions year-round, making it easy to find a time that works for your family.
Ready to Dive In? Have questions or want to learn more?
Contact Coach Anna, WHAT Swim School Director:
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whatswimschooldirector@gmail.com
Fall Session registration opens August 13th @7am
WHAT Swim School Group Lessons
Group Lessons
Dive into learning with WHAT Swim School! Our small group classes are designed for every stage — from first-time swimmers to those ready for pre-competitive training. We also offer Parent & Toddler sessions and Adult Learn to Swim classes. By grouping swimmers by age and ability, we create a fun, safe environment where skills grow and confidence soars. With our small class sizes, every swimmer gets the attention they need to make a splash!
*Detailed descriptions of all lesson groups listed below!
If you have any questions or want to learn more about our programs, feel free to reach out to Coach Anna, our Swim School Director at whatswimschooldirector@gmail.com.
Group Lesson Fees
- $125 for 7 – 35-minute small group lessons (Parent & Toddler; Preschool; Level 1; Level 2; Level 3)
- $150 for 7 – 45-minute small group lessons (Level 4; Level 5; Adult Learn to Swim)
WHAT Swim School Locations
Woodland Hills High School, 2550 Greensburg Pike, Churchill, PA 15221
McKeesport Area High School, 1960 Eden Park Blvd, McKeesport, PA 15132
Waitlist Registration
Thanks to the great response to our group lessons, we’re not able to accept waitlist registrations at this time.
Canceling Registration
If you cancel your Group Lesson registration more than 24 hours before the first class, a $5 processing fee will apply. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the first class or after classes have started will be charged the full cost of the session.
Missed Class Make-Up Policy
In order to maintain small class size and ensure each swimmer receives quality instruction, make-Up classes are not provided for individual swimmers when they miss a class. If you have any questions about this policy, please email Coach Anna, our WHAT Swim School Director, at whatswimschooldirector@gmail.com.
WHAT Swim School Class Cancellation/Make-Up Class Policy
Swim School and Aquatic Team will be closed whenever the school district where the day's program is being held closes for the day or cancels all after-school programs. In addition to announcements through local news outlets, we’ll notify participants as soon as possible by email. Please note, make-up lessons are only offered if WHAT Swim School cancels a class.
If you have any questions or want to learn more about our programs, feel free to contact Coach Anna, our WHAT Swim School Director, at whatswimschooldirector@gmail.com.
WHAT Locker Room Use Policy
In line with USA Swimming Safe Sport policies, locker rooms are open only to swimmers under 18 years old—adults are not permitted inside.
Swimmers who do not need adult assistance may use the locker room bathrooms. Those who require help can use the restrooms located near the balcony spectator seating area at our Woodland Hills location or the designated changing areas and restrooms at our McKeesport location.
We encourage swimmers to arrive ready to swim to minimize the need for changing at the pool. After class, swimmers under 18 who can change independently may use the locker rooms or simply pull clothes over their swimsuits to leave the facility.
Swimmers needing adult assistance to change should use the restrooms by the balcony area or pull clothes over their swimsuits to exit.
Fall Session registration opens August 13th @7am
Scholarship/Grant Opportunities
At WHAT, we believe every child should have the chance to swim—no matter their financial situation. That’s why we offer scholarship/grants for both our Swim School and Aquatic Team programs. While funds are limited, the application process is simple and completely confidential.
Additional information about WHAT Scholarship/Grants:
- All Scholarship/Grant recipients are asked to contribute to the best of their ability towards services.
- Scholarship/Grant awards do not guarantee class availability for your swimmer(s).
- Scholarship/Grant awards are for one swim lesson session only. New applications must be submitted each session regardless of previous awards status.
- Funds are limited. Meeting eligibility guidelines does not guarantee award.
- Additional financial information may be required.
Click here to apply - WHAT 26/27 Learn to Swim - Scholarship/Grant Application Form
WHAT Swim School: Health and Safety Protocols
- Swimmers will enter the pool through the designated high school entrance and check in with a lifeguard or instructor before entering the pool. Detailed instructions about entering and exiting the pool area will be emailed to all participants before the first class.
- Participants will wait away from pool edge, as directed by swim school staff, to begin their lessons and may leave their belongings there.
- Parents or guardians are welcome to accompany their child to the check-in area and watch lessons from the spectator seating. For swimmers aged 6 and under, one parent or guardian is allowed on the pool deck to assist with safe entry and exit.
Health and Safety/COVID-19 Disclaimer
The Woodland Hills Aquatic Team (WHAT) and WHAT Swim School follow all guidelines and rules set by the CDC, Allegheny County Health Department, and Woodland Hills School District to keep our community safe. However, please understand that attending any public place, including our swim programs, carries an inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19, a highly contagious virus that can cause serious illness or death. By participating in WHAT Swim School, attendees voluntarily accept all risks associated with potential exposure to COVID-19.
Fall Session registration opens August 13th @7am
Join WHAT Swim School!
Teaching Safety, Skill, and a Love for the Water!
