Aquatics Programming
Summer 2025
Pool Rules
•We will not accept responsibility for any valuables. Please do not bring them.
•Rule 66/Any swimmer 6 years or younger must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older in the pool. Swimmers 6th grade or younger must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older on the pool deck.
•No back dives off the diving boards.
•Bathing suits only - no cutoffs, shorts, t-shirts etc.
•No glass bottles or jars in the pool or locker room.
•Flotation devices or “swimmies” are not allowed, except U.S. Coast Guard approved life vests.
•No person with open sores, bandages, or rashes will be admitted to the pool.
•Swimmers must shower before entering the pool.
•Everyone must obey the lifeguards.
•Diving blocks are not to be used during open swims.
•The lifeguards are in charge. If they deem a behavior unsafe, they have the right to ask people to stop and/or leave the school grounds.
•The schedule includes approximate times/dates and any closings will be posted at the pool. Such examples of closings could be: Circumstances beyond our control, contamination of the pool, weather conditions, swim meets.
Open Swim Schedule
Children grade 6 and under must be accompanied by someone 18 years of age or older. Children age 6 and under must be accompanied in the pool by an adult. Infants must wear cloth diapers with tight-fitting plastic pants or a swimsuit diaper.
Dates: June 9 - July 23
Cost: $3 per person
$10 family rate*
*immediate members only please
When: Monday through Wednesday
Time: 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Lap Swim Schedule
Looking for a great way to exercise? Why not swim laps? Swimming is an excellent way to burn calories, tone muscle, and relieve stress without overexerting your joints.
Passes can be purchased at the pool.
Pass Prices: FREE - Seniors 60+
$50 - Resident
Each pass is good for 20 visits.
Drop In: $3 per visit
Where: High School Instructional Pool
When: Monday - Wednesday - Friday
Time: 6 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.
2 lanes available during Open Swim
See above for days and times.
Water Aerobics
Location: High School Instructional Pool, 5037 - 32nd Avenue
Cost per visit: $3 for adults 60+
$5 for adults 59 and younger
Passes may be purchased for $20 for 10 visits for adults 60 and older $40 for those 59 and younger
Dates: June 9 - 26
Day: Monday/Wednesday
Times: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Day: Tuesday/Thursday
Times: 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Splashball (Intro to Waterpolo)
Grades 1st - 5th
Splash Ball is an introductory program to teach the sport of water polo. In this clinic we will look to teach basic skills and teach the basic rules of water polo. Splashball harnesses all the fun, dynamic aspects of the game of water polo in a safe, easy-to-learn aquatic experience that will also motivate kids to swim and stay fit!
Location: Hudsonville High School Instructional Pool, 5155 - 32nd Ave.
Grades: 1st - 5th
Cost: $65
Days: Monday - Wednesday
Dates: June 9 - 18
Times: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Register for Splashball at hudsonvilleaquatics.com
Swim Lesson Dates and Times
Swim lesson levels are offered based on estimated demand. Check back frequently for openings as we will not have waitlists.
*If you don’t see a time that works for you, we offer private lessons as well. Email the swim lesson coordinator at hudsonvilleswimlessons@gmail.com for availability.
Location: High School Instructional Pool, 5037 - 32nd Avenue
Cost: $60
Registration opens on April 14
Sign up for swim lessons at hudsonvilleaquatics.com
June 9 - 12
Monday thru Thursday (4 days total)
Morning
10:05 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. - Levels 1, 2, 3
10:35 a.m. - 11 a.m. - Levels 1, 2, 4
11:05 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Levels 1, 2, 3
11:35 a.m. - 12 p.m. - Levels Parent/Tot, 2, 3
June 16 - 19
Monday thru Thursday (4 days total)
Evening
5:15 p.m. - 5:40 p.m. - Levels 1, 3, 4
5:45 p.m. - 6:10 p.m. - Levels 1, 2, 3
6:15 p.m. - 6:40 p.m. - Levels 2, 3, 4
June 23 - 26
Monday thru Thursday (4 days total)
Morning
10:05 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. - Levels Parent/Tot, 2, 3
10:35 a.m. - 11 a.m. - Levels 1, 2, 3
11:05 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Levels 1, 2, 4
11:35 a.m. - 12 p.m. - Levels 1, 2, 3
July 7 - 10
Monday thru Thursday (4 days total)
Morning
10:05 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. - Levels 1, 2, 3
10:35 a.m. - 11 a.m. - Levels 2, 3, 4
11:05 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Levels 1, 3, 4
11:35 a.m. - 12 p.m. - Levels Parent/Tot, 2, 3
Email hudsonvilleswimlessons@gmail.com for questions.
Beginning & Advanced Diving
Beginners do not need to have previous diving experience. Must be able to proficiently swim for 25 yards unaided.
Advance diving prerequisites: Front Dive, Back Dive, Inward Dive, Reverse Dive, Twisting Group
Location: High School Competition Pool, 5155 32nd Ave.
Grades: 3rd - 6th - Beginning Dive
7th and up - Advanced Dive
Cost: $125 - Beginning Dive
$175 - Advanced Dive
Days: Monday - Thursday
Will not dive during HEAT home meets
Beginner Divers
Dates:June 9 - 19 and July 7 - 10
Times: 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.
Advanced Divers
Dates: June 9 - 19 and July 7 - 24
Times: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
HEAT Swim Team Information
HEAT (Hudsonville Eagle Aquatics Team) welcomes swimmers of all abilities to our age group competitive team. With four distinct levels, we cater to a wide range of skill sets. Summer practices are 3-5 days per week, and meets are on Thursdays. Your registration includes at least 3 dual meets and a championship meet. Additional competitive opportunities, such as invitationals and USA Swimming, are available for an extra fee.
Swimmers with previous HEAT experience:
Register for the Level you participated in last season. If you wish to advance levels, contact your previous coach.
Swimmers new to HEAT:
MUST attend evaluation Monday, May 12, 5 - 5:30 p.m.
Please be dressed in your suit & ready to swim.
There is no need to register for evaluations. Simply be on deck at HHS pool and ready to swim. Results from the evaluations will be listed on the Hudsonville HEAT website by Wednesday, May 14.
Swimmers may join HEAT at any time, but must be registered before practices begin.
HEAT Swim Team Schedule
Practice Schedule from May 19 - June 6 (End of HPS School) will vary, all practice during this time will be held after school. No Practice on Friday, May 23, Monday, May 26, Thursday June 5, and Friday, June 6.
Our tentative schedule while HPS is still in session will be(subject to change) locations for practice will be posted the week of May 12, practices will begin on Monday, May 19:
- Senior: Monday-Thursday 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.
- Maize: Monday-Thursday 5:30 p.m. - 7p.m.
- Blue: Tuesday and Thursday 5:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
- White: Monday and Wednesday 5:30 p.m. - 6:20 p.m.
White ~ Novice: Ages 13 & U
Heat White is for those that are new to our competitive swim program. Swimmers will learn the four competitive swim strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly). They will also learn proper breathing techniques, starts, and flip turns.
Cost: $205 or $150 w/ 10 volunteer hours
Practices: May 19 - July 17 (tentative end date)
Monday - Wednesday - with Thursday morning meets
Time: 9 a.m. - 9:50 a.m.
Location: Instructional Pool
Blue ~ Intermediate: Ages 9 - 14
Heat Blue is for swimmers who can perform all 4 competitive strokes. Swimmers exhibit good knowledge of breathing techniques, starts, and flip turns. Swimmers will continue to refine strokes, increase endurance, and skill levels through higher intensity practices, and more challenging drill sets.
Cost: $215 or $160 w/ 10 volunteer hours
Practices: May 19 - July 17 (tentative end date)
Monday - Wednesday - with Thursday morning meets
Time: 10 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Location: Competition Pool
Maize ~ Experienced: Ages 9 - 14
For swimmers ready to elevate their competitive experience, Heat Maize offers advanced training. Level 3 swimmers are known for their dedication and mastery of practice drills and set start times. This level focuses on refining technique in all four competitive strokes through increased practice frequency and duration.
Cost: $235 or $180 w/ 10 volunteer hours
Practices: May 19 - July 17 (tentative end date)
Monday - Wednesday and Friday - with Thursday morning meets
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Location: Competition Pool
Senior ~ 9th-grade fall of 2025 and up
Heat Senior presents a rigorous competitive swim program for highly motivated athletes. Level 4 swimmers are expected to exhibit an exemplary work ethic, both in training and personal commitment. They must possess advanced knowledge of practice drills and set start times, and demonstrate the ability to complete a set of 10 x 100s.
Cost: $245 or $190 w/ 10 volunteer hours
Practices: May 19 - July 17 (tentative end date)
Monday - Wednesday and Friday - with Thursday morning meets
Time: 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Location: Competition Pool
Optional USA Swimming:
USA Swim Team Summer registration: $120
Practices begin on Monday, April 28
Practice times will vary depending on pool availability.
Full schedule for USA practices and meets will be distributed to parents on April 16th.
Practice times will fall between the 3:30pm to 6pm time frame for all USA Swimming participants.
High School and Middle School USA
3:15 p.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday
Elementary USA Swimmers
4:15 p.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday
Starting May 19, swimmers will participate with their HEAT Level practices, additional practice times may be offered to align with the USA swimming schedule.
Scholarship Opportunity
Hudsonville Community Education aims to provide high-quality enrichment classes, recreational sports, and summer camps for everyone. We are proud to offer scholarships to members of the Hudsonville Public Schools community who are eligible for free or reduced lunch and reside within the boundaries of the Hudsonville Public School District.
- If your child is eligible for free lunches, you can be awarded one $50 scholarship per school year. (Maximum 1 per family)
- If your child is eligible for reduced lunches, you can be awarded one $25 scholarship per school year. (Maximum 1 per family)
There are a limited number of scholarships available. Submit application here
Scholarship contributions will allow us to continue offering scholarships to those who most need them. Make a donation to the Hudsonville Community Education Scholarship fund here. Thank you for your support!
Hudsonville Community Education
Community Education Director
Email: rfabiano@hpseagles.net
Website: hudsonvillepublicschools.org
Location: 3886 Van Buren Street, Hudsonville, MI, USA
Phone: 616-669-1740