Swim Gym is an aquatic program for people ages 18 and up with a disability. Participants will learn fun games and ways to stay fit in the pool - This is NOT a swim lesson program.
Volunteers will be asked to engage with participants in the games and activities in the pool - shallow, no more than 4.5 feet deep -providing encouragement to participants. Volunteers will help guide participants in the pool to the various spots being used and assist in activities as needed. Volunteers should be comfortable in the water, but swimming is not required.
- Volunteers are required to wear appropriate swim attire, NO bikinis or Speedos!
- Female bathing suits must be 1 piece or a 'tankini' style that covers the midriff.
- Male bathing suits should consist of trunks.
- A t-shirt is recommended to wear over swimsuits.
- Volunteers MUST be at least 18 years old. If you plan to Volunteer on an ongoing basis, you must have a current Volunteer enrollment on file.
QUESTIONS? Contact Hayley.Scanlan@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704-574-6021.
