JAX Adult Swim Lessons 

 

What: JAX Swim School offers 30-minute private lessons for adult swimmers. Your coach will tailor the lessons to your needs, from learning to swim to refining your strokes for your next Master's meet or triathlon!

 

Who: Adult Swim Lessons are for swimmers age 18 and older. 

 

Schedule: Adult Swim Lesson options are posted below and are listed at the bottom of the lesson registration page. Scroll to the bottom and look for the Adult Swim Lessons section. If you do not see an option that works for you or have any questions, please contact us at [email protected] or 731-300-1695.

​ For schedule changes/cancellation notifications, download the Team Reach app.  Enter code: jaxswimteam 

  • Spring Session (April 8 - May 18, 2024) - ADULT Swim Lesson options:
    • Please contact JAX for availability
  • Lessons are offered year-round! Check back with us for adult lesson options for upcoming sessions.

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Where: Indoor pool at the Lambuth campus. *Click HERE for map & directions. Please park along the street, not in campus parking spots, which require a permit.

 

Fees: 

  • JAX private lesson fee: $25 per 30-minute individual lesson
    • ​Additional adults may be added to your lesson (ex: spouse, friend) for an additional $15 per adult per lesson. Contact us ([email protected] or 731-300-1695) to set up this registration option for you.
  • USA Swimming registration fee (2 options):
    • ​Premium Athlete: $82 (expires December 31; registrations completed September 1 - December 31 expire on December 31 of the following year)​
    • OR
    • Seasonal Athlete: $50 (good for 150 days)​
  • USA Swimming background check: $38 (renewed every 2 years; $18 renewal fee)

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Policies: Please review the JAX Swim Team Policy Handbook (HERE) as well as the JAX Swim School Adult Swim Lesson Policies (HERE, and included at the bottom of this page) prior to registering. You will agree to JAX policies during online registration. 

Please note that JAX programs are predominately designed for youth under the age of 18. Therefore, adult participants (anyone age 18 or above) have additional requirements, which are explained further in the Adult Swim Lesson Policies. These adult requirements include:

  • Adult participants must agree to the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policy (MAAPP).
  • Adult participants must register with USA Swimming.
  • Adult participants mus pass the USA Swimming Background Check. The background check must be renewed every two (2) years. 
  • Adult participants must complete USA Swimming's Athlete Protection Training (APT) annually.
  • Adults must adhere to the JAX Bathroom/Changing Room Policy. 

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Registration: Sign up now! Registration is limited in order to provide adequate lane space for participants. Click HERE to register. Scroll to the bottom and look for the Adult Swim Lesson options. If you do not see a class that will work for you, please contact us at [email protected] 731-300-1695. Once you have registered for JAX classes, a JAX Administrator will contact you with instructions for registration with USA Swimming and completing your background check and Athlete Protection Training. 

 

 

Adult Swim Lessons - Policies for Adults (ages 18 and up)

1. Adult Participation Policy:

  • JAX may occasionally offer a limited number of swim lessons for adults. Please contact JAX ([email protected] or 731-300-1695) for current availability or with any questions.
  • JAX programs are predominately designed for youth under the age of 18. Therefore, adult participants (anyone age 18 or above) have additional requirements, which are explained further throughout this document:
    • Adult participants must agree to the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policy (MAAPP).
    • Adult participants must register annually with USA Swimming.
    • Adult participants must pass the USA Swimming Background Check. The background check must be renewed every two (2) years.
    • Adult participants must complete USA Swimming’s Athlete Protection Training (APT) annually.
    • Adults must adhere to the JAX Bathroom/Changing Room Policy.

2. Registration for JAX Swim School classes:

  • Registration for JAX classes will be completed online, through our Team Unify website: www.jaxswimteam.com under “Swim School.” Please contact us if you have any questions or need help ([email protected] or 731-300-1695).
  • Adults may only register for classes designated for adults.
  • Adult participants must agree to the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policy (MAAPP). This policy is included in the JAX Swim Team Policy handbook, which you will review and sign during online registration for JAX lessons.
  • Schedule selections made during online registration are tentative. You will be contacted if we need to make any changes to your selected swim lessons. If rescheduling is not possible, you will be issued a refund (pro-rated if some lessons have been used)

3. Registration with USA Swimming:

  • Registration with USA Swimming is required prior to participating in JAX Swim School programs. Every swimmer must become a member of USA Swimming. This provides insurance coverage for all Jackson Swim Team (JAX) programs.
  • After you are registered for JAX Swim School classes, the JAX Program Administrator will email you instructions and a link to register with USA Swimming.
  • USA Swimming membership options for adults (anyone age 18 and up):
    • Premium Athlete ($82) – annual membership (expires December 31; registrations completed September 1 through December 31 expire on December 31 of the following year)
    • Individual Season Athlete ($50) – good for 150 days (Contact a JAX Program Administrator at [email protected] to set up this option.)

4. Background Check

  • Adult participants must pass USA Swimming’s background check. You will be sent instructions after you sign up for JAX lessons and register as a Premium Athlete. The fee for the first background check is $38. It must be renewed every two (2) years ($18 renewal fee). These fees are paid directly to USA Swimming.
  • Proof of passing the background check must be submitted to the JAX registrar prior to participating with JAX. Forward your background check “pass” email to [email protected].

5. Athlete Protection Training

  • Adult participants must complete USA Swimming’s Athlete Protection Training (APT) annually. This is a free online course required by USA Swimming. You will be sent instructions after you sign up for JAX lessons and register as a Premium Athlete.
  • Proof of APT (certificate or completion screenshot) must be submitted to the JAX registrar at [email protected] before participating with JAX. APT must be renewed annually.

6. Payments:  

  • All payments will be made by credit card during online registration.
  • You will not be allowed to participate until session fees are paid in full, USA Swimming registration is complete, and proof of Athlete Protection Training is received. 

7. Cancellation:

  • USA Swimming membership fees and background check fees are non-refundable.
  • Partial refunds for session fees will be issued upon written request (email [email protected]). Non-refundable fees include: $20 per scheduled GROUP lesson or $30 per scheduled PRIVATE lesson (plus $15 per additional swimmer per private lesson, if applicable) that has occurred prior to the written cancellation request, plus USA Swimming registration fee and background check fee.

8. Class Start and End Time:

  • Swim School programs will start and end as scheduled. We are not able to extend your lesson time if you are late. If you arrive late to the lesson, you may participate for the remaining time. However, if no one has shown up for the lesson, the coach may leave (and not give the lesson) after waiting 15 minutes beyond the start time.

9. Adult Bathroom/Changing Room Use:

  • Adults and youth must respect each other’s privacy, especially in situations such as changing clothes and taking showers after practice.
  • All swimmers over the age of 18, once approved to swim, will not be allowed to change or shower in the presence of swimmers who are under the age of 18.
  • Swimmers who are age 18 and over should use the stalls in the common bathrooms accessible from the hallway (the girls room can be accessed near the pace clock table inside the pool area and/or from the hallway outside the pool; the boys room is located across the hallway from the pool).

10. Make-up Lessons:

  • Make-up lessons are not guaranteed but may be offered as a courtesy. Each participant may request one (1) make-up lesson per session purchased IF they notify JAX by noon the day before their lesson. Email [email protected] to request a make-up lesson. Group lesson participants will be assigned another group lesson spot for a makeup lesson, if available. Private lessons will be rescheduled, if possible.
  • If your lesson is canceled due to weather, pool/campus closures, or unforeseen events, you will be offered a make-up lesson if possible.

11. Parking:

  • There is some free parking along the streets that is not part of the campus. 
  • All cars parked in the campus lots are required to display a parking permit. If you would like to park in a campus lot, the permits must be purchased each semester: Fall, Spring, and Summer at the business office, located on the first floor of the Varnell-Jones building.  Let them know it is for Jackson Swim Team to receive a reduced rate of $32. Cars parked on campus without permits may be ticketed. 

12. Parent/Guardian Policy:

  • Children must be escorted on campus and supervised at all times.
  • No one is allowed on the pool deck except for coaches and those who are dropping off or picking up swim lesson participants.
  • Any children who come with you must be either actively participating with another JAX program (competitive team or lessons) or be supervised by another adult while you are swimming.
  • JAX participants and their families are guests on the University of Memphis Lambuth campus. Everyone must abide by campus policies and directions given by campus faculty and staff. Bring any issues or concerns you may have to JAX (not campus officials) by letting your coach know and/or emailing [email protected] or calling 731-300-1695.

 

Policy Agreement: I have read, understand, and agree to abide by these policies.

(You will electronically acknowledge and agree to these policies during online registration.)