Aquatics
Kids Triathlon
A fun and challenging triathlon for your little ones to compete in! Open to children ages 5-14, kids will bike, swim, and run their way to the finish line. This event promotes a healthy and active lifestyle for children throughout the entire northern Indiana region featuring a 50-yard swim at Adams High School (25-yard swim […]
Rafting & Kayaking
Learn more at https://eastracewaterway.gr8.com/
Pools & Splash Pads
South Bend Venues Parks & Arts has nine splash pads across the city in addition to the water playground in Kennedy Park and the pool in Potawatomi Park.
Lifeguard Certification
Being a certified lifeguard opens doors to many other job opportunities! This Spring Venues, Parks & Arts is partnering with the Red Cross to offer both New Lifeguard Certification courses and Lifeguard Recertification courses. Both New Lifeguard and Lifeguard Recertification courses will be “Blended” courses that offer online and in-person training. The online portion […]
Learn to Swim
*At this time all Preschool, Level 1 and Level 2 classes are full. If you would like to be placed on a waitlist please email Aquatics Manager Kelli at knottebo@southbendin.gov* Want your children to learn to swim or perfect their skills before the summer swim season? Sign up for one of our 8 different […]
Aqua Aerobics
Enjoy the healthful benefits of water! You do not need to know how to swim to enjoy these classes. These classes are taught by experienced instructors, benefit the participant’s cardiovascular system and provide an overall feeling of well-being. Water adds resistance to the exercise routine while buoyancy makes the work seem effortless.