Our five community pools and sprayground operate from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, seven days a week. For admittance to aquatics facilities, members need a validated membership card. Please see the Membership page on how to obtain membership cards.
DOGGIE PADDLE
Tall Oaks Pool
Saturday September 11,
Session 1: 10am-12noon
Session 2: 12noon-2pm
$5 per dog - Pre-Registration a must
Tall Oaks Pool goes to the dogs the Saturday after pools close to the public. Join us for a fun outing with Fido.Proof of Prince William Co. Dog License is mandatory.Tennis balls and Frisbees welcome.Contact the Recreation Department, 703-491-2154 for information.
Ridgewood Barracudas Swim Team
Afternoon Practice Schedule and Swim Meet Dates
The Ridgewood Barracudas use eight swim lanes of the Ridgewood Pool for practice Tuesday June 1 – Friday June 18, 4:30 to 8pm.The shallow end, deep end and baby pool are open to homeowners at that time.
Ridgewood Pool is open to homeowners after 2pm the following dates to accommodate the Ridgewood Barracudas time trials and swim meets:June 12, June 19, June 26, July 24, July 31.
All guests must be accompanied by an LRPRA member and have a valid guest pass. Guest passes may be purchased at pools and the Recreation Department. Exact change or a check is needed for purchases at the pool. Each guest requires one pass per day. Guest passes have no expiration date, so feel free to stock up. Guest pass fees are non-refundable Pool Guest Pass Prices
Spray - n - Play Pass $2.00
Single Guest Pass
$5.00
5 Pass Cards
$20.00
10 Pass Cards
$40.00
15 Pass Cards
$60.00
WATER AEROBICS
Oakwood Pool Monday - Friday, 10am
Lake Ridge Members only - Join us at the Oakwood Pool Monday through Friday from 10A.M. until 10:45A.M. beginning June 21st and lasting through August 27th for a fun low impact cardiovascular workout. You may purchase a season pass for $100 at the LRPRA Administration Office at 12350 Oakwood Drive, or pay $5 each time you drop in at the pool.
FLOATIE FRIDAYS
Every Friday, 4pm to closing
All Pools
BYO raft and inflatables every Friday night at the pools.
Lake Ridge Learn to Swim Program
2010 Class Schedule
Space is limited, and registration is required and starts March 1.
Students must pre-register before the registration deadline.
Sessions last two weeks and the classes are held Monday – Thursday.
Make-ups are held Friday as necessary. Sessions may be combined.
For information, call 703-491-2154 ext. 116.
June 21- July 1
Registration Deadline June 16
SESSION
POOL
TIME
LEVEL
Session 1
Canterbury Woods Pool
9:00 - 9:45 AM
Level 1, 2, 3
Session 2
Canterbury Woods Pool
10:00- 10:45 AM
Parent/Child, 1, 2, 3
Session 3
Canterbury Woods Pool
11:00 - 11:45 AM
Level 3, 4, 5
Session 4
Oakwood Pool
6:00 – 6:45 PM
Parent/Child, 1, 2, 3
Session 5
Oakwood Pool
7:00 – 7:45 PM
Parent/Child, 1, 2, 3
July 12- July 22
Registration Deadline July 7
SESSION
POOL
TIME
LEVEL
Session 6
Canterbury Woods Pool
9:00 - 9:45AM
Level 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Session 7
Canterbury Woods Pool
10:00 - 10:45 AM
Parent/Child, 1, 2, 3, 6
Session 8
Canterbury Woods Pool
11:00 - 11:45 AM
Level 4, 5, 6
Session 9
Oakwood Pool
6:00 - 6:45 PM
Parent/Child, 1, 2,3
Session 10
Oakwood Pool
7:00 - 7:45 PM
Parent/Child, l, 2, 3, 4
August 2 – August 12
Registration Deadline July 21
SESSION
POOL
TIME
LEVEL
Session 11
Canterbury Woods Pool
9:00 - 9:45 AM
Level 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Session 12
Canterbury Woods Pool
10:00-10:45AM
Parent/Child, 1, 2, 3, 6
Session 13
Canterbury Woods
11:00 - 10:45 AM
Level 4, 5, 6
Session 14
Oakwood Pool
6:00 - 6:45 PM
Parent/Child,1,2,3
Session 15
Oakwood Pool
7:00-7:45 PM
Parent/Child, l, 2, 3, 4
Registration forms are available in the LRPRA office
Forms may also be printed directly from this website: registration form
RED CROSS SWIM LESSONS
Red Cross classes are taught by certified instructors
Parent/Child Build swimming readiness by emphasizing fun in the water. Parents and children participate in guided practice sessions that help children learn elementary skills. Prerequisite: 6 months through 5 years of age.
Cost: LRPRA Members: $50; Non-Members: $55
Level 1 (Water Exploration) The object of level 1 is to help students feel comfortable in the water and enjoy the water safely. The course will cover supported floating and kicking on front and back, alternating arm action, water safety rules, and fundamentals of using a life jacket. There are no prerequisites for this course.
Cost: LRPRA Members: $60 Non-members: $65
Level 2 (Primary Skills) The object of level 2 is to give students success with fundamental skills. The course will cover floating and kicking on front and back, turning over front and back, reaching and extension assists, familiarity with rescue breathing. Prerequisite: Students must be able to demonstrate all requirements of level 1.
Cost: LRPRA Members: $60 Non-members: $65
Level 3 (Stroke Readiness) The object of level 3 is to build on the skills of level 2 by providing additional guided practice. The course will cover fundamentals of elementary backstroke, jumping into deep water with a life jacket, diving from side of pool, treading water, self-rescue skills, rescue breathing. Prerequisite: Students must be able to demonstrate all requirements of level 2.
Cost: LRPRA Members: $60 Non-members: $65
Level 4 (Stroke Development) The objective of level 4 is to develop confidence and competency in strokes and safety beyond preceding level. The course will cover deep-water bobbing, dives from side of pool from stride and standing positions, breaststroke and sidestroke, turns at the wall, familiarity with CPR. Prerequisite: Students must be able to demonstrate all requirements of level 3.
Cost: LRPRA Members: $60 Non-members: $65
Level 5 (Stroke Refinement) The object of level 5 is to develop confidence and competency in strokes and safety. The course will cover alternate breathing, swimming underwater, butterfly, open turns on front and back, diving safely, beginning diving progression from diving board (optional). Prerequisite: Students must be able to demonstrate all requirements of level 4.
Cost: LRPRA Members: $60 Non-members: $65
Level 6 (Skill Proficiency) The object of level 6 is to refine the strokes so students swim them with ease, efficiency, power and smoothness over greater distances. Level 6 is designed with "menu" options and each of these options focus on preparing students to participate in more advanced courses, such as Water Safety Instructor and Lifeguard Training.
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1. Diving Fundamentals 2. Fitness Swimming 3. Lifeguard Readiness 4. Personal Water Safety
Prerequisite: students must be able to demonstrate all requirements of level 5.
Cost: LRPRA Members: $60 Non-members: $65
Ridgewood Barracudas
June 1 – July 31
Ridgewood Pool
The swim team practices and holds meets at the Ridgewood Pool.For more information on the team check their website at http://www.rwbarracudas.org