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Our new fall group lessons focus on building a safe, fun, and supportive environment for our youngest swimmers! Parent &...
09/05/2026

Our new fall group lessons focus on building a safe, fun, and supportive environment for our youngest swimmers!

Parent & Child-Bond with your child while teaching them crucial water adjustment and safety fundamentals.
Pre-Levels 1,2 and 3-High-energy, skill-building small group sessions tailored to help swimmers ages 3-5 gain independence and stroke basics.

Whether it’s their very first splash or the next step in their water journey, our certified instructors are ready to welcome your family!
Fall lessons will meet for four consecutive Saturdays at Saint Mary's University pool.
Cost- $60/per session
Times-
9-9:45am: Parent/Child 1, Pre- 1, Pre- 2
9:50-10:35am: Parent/Child 2, Pre-2, Pre-3
10:40-11:30am: Parent/Child1, Pre-1, Pre-2
Location: Saint Mary’s University Jul Gernes Pool
Dates-
Session 1: 9/12-10/3
Session 2: 10/10-10/31
Session 3: 11/7-12/5 *no program on 11/28

Register online here -->https://secure.rec1.com/MN/winona-mn/catalog

Instructors work at each swimmer's pace—focusing on water comfort, personal safety skills, motor skill development, and ...
09/05/2026

Instructors work at each swimmer's pace—focusing on water comfort, personal safety skills, motor skill development, and building lasting confidence in the water. Lessons will meet on four consecutive 30-minute Saturday mornings at Saint Mary’s University Jul Gernes Pool.

Register for adaptive swim lessons here --> https://secure.rec1.com/MN/winona-mn/catalog

Ages: 2+
Times: 9:35, 10:10, 10:45 or 11:20am
Location: Saint Mary’s University Jul Gernes Pool
Dates:
Session 1: 9/12-10/3
Session 2: 10/10-10/31
Session 3: 11/7-12/5 *no program on 11/28

Whether your young swimmer is taking their very first splashes, overcoming water anxiety, or mastering advanced stroke m...
09/04/2026

Whether your young swimmer is taking their very first splashes, overcoming water anxiety, or mastering advanced stroke mechanics, our individualized instruction helps them build confidence and reach their goals at their own pace.

Register online here --> https://secure.rec1.com/MN/winona-mn/catalog

Lessons will meet on four consecutive 30-minute Saturday mornings at Saint Mary’s University Jul Gernes Pool.

Ages: 2-15
Cost: $130/session
Times: 9:35, 10:10, 10:45 or 11:20am
Location: Saint Mary’s University Jul Gernes Pool
Dates:
Session 1: 9/12-10/3
Session 2: 10/10-10/31
Session 3: 11/7-12/5 *no program on 11/28

Be the Best Babysitter in the Game! Are you ready to become a top-notch babysitter? Our in-person training course prepar...
09/04/2026

Be the Best Babysitter in the Game!

Are you ready to become a top-notch babysitter? Our in-person training course prepares you with essential knowledge and skills to handle a wide range of childcare scenarios with ease and confidence. Whether it's engaging children in fun activities or preventing accidents and managing emergencies, you'll learn everything you need to become the best babysitter around.

Skills You Will Learn:

Basic Child Care: Learn how to competently care for infants and children including how to pick up, hold, feed, diaper and more through engaging videos and hands-on practice.

Effective Leadership: Discover how to communicate effectively, set clear boundaries and manage conflicts calmly to foster a nurturing and structured environment.

Lifesaving Skills: Participate in interactive lessons that simulate real-life scenarios so you can act with confidence

Ages: 11-16
Dates & times: Thursday 10/15 & Friday 10/16 4-7pm, Saturday 10/17 9am-11:30am
Location: East Recreation Center, 210 Zumbro Street
Cost: $90

Register online here- https://secure.rec1.com/MN/winona-mn/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTQ0NzA0NjM=

We are hiring Lifeguards & Swim Instructors for our new fall aquatics programming. Our new fall aquatics programs will b...
09/03/2026

We are hiring Lifeguards & Swim Instructors for our new fall aquatics programming. Our new fall aquatics programs will be held on Saturday mornings from 8:30am-1pm.

For details and to apply, please visit: https://www.winonamn.gov/Jobs.aspx

Building on our great summer swim lessons, we’re back with fall swim lessons designed specifically for our youngest swim...
09/02/2026

Building on our great summer swim lessons, we’re back with fall swim lessons designed specifically for our youngest swimmers! Our pre-levels 1,2,3 and Parent/Child classes focus on foundational safety, water confidence, and basic movement in a warm, encouraging environment.

Whether your little one is stepping into the pool for the first time or keeping their summer progress strong, we can't wait to swim with you! Fall lessons will be held on 4 consecutive Saturday mornings at the Saint Mary's University pool. Classes are small, register today to reserve your spot!

Fall Session Dates-
Session 1: 9/12-10/3
Session 2: 10/10-10/31
Session 3: 11/7-12/5 *no program on 11/28

Location- Saint Mary’s University Jul Gernes Pool

Reserve your spot- https://secure.rec1.com/MN/winona-mn/catalog

09/01/2026

Bud King Ice Arena will open today at 4:30pm! We will have public skate 4:30pm-8:30pm Tuesday-Friday this week. Follow our page for more updates.

Calling all young astronauts and space explorers! Ready to blast off into a morning of cosmic discovery? Join us for thi...
09/01/2026

Calling all young astronauts and space explorers! Ready to blast off into a morning of cosmic discovery?

Join us for this special Space-Themed Mini Adventure where curiosity takes flight. During this hands-on, two-hour mission, young space enthusiasts will explore the wonders of the solar system through interactive experiments, creative space-age crafts, and active outdoor/indoor astronaut training games. Whether building rockets, mapping distant planets, or uncovering the mysteries of deep space, it’s guaranteed to be an out-of-this-world time. Program will meet for four consecutive Saturdays.

Ages: 6-11
Times: 9:00-11:00am
Location: East Recreation Center (indoor and outdoor adventures)
Dates: Saturdays 9/12-10/3
Cost: $70

Register online here- https://secure.rec1.com/MN/winona-mn/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTQ0NjczOTQ=

The Bob Welch Aquatic Center is closed for the 2026 Summer Season. Thank you for a great summer and see you next summer ...
08/24/2026

The Bob Welch Aquatic Center is closed for the 2026 Summer Season.

Thank you for a great summer and see you next summer at the pool!

Ever wondered what lifeguard training or skills are like to learn? Join us at the Aquatic Center between 3 and 4pm for s...
08/22/2026

Ever wondered what lifeguard training or skills are like to learn? Join us at the Aquatic Center between 3 and 4pm for some water safety skills and to see what training/skills it takes to be a lifeguard!

Address

207 Lafayette Street
Winona, MN
55987

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(507) 457-8258

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