Swim to SERVE

Swimming initiative getting teens pool ready and job ready

An exciting, grant-funded program by USA Swimming Foundation that empowers teens to conquer the water and dive into future careers as lifeguards and swim instructors.

Swim to Serve is a low-cost, 6-week swim for teens ages 13–19 designed to provide foundational swim skills, boost water safety knowledge, and introduce participants to paid career paths in aquatics.

Deadline to apply is Saturday, May 24.

What’s Included

Subsidized swim lessons with certified instructors

Intro to lifeguarding and water safety certification opportunities

Community celebration and recognition event upon completion

Who Should Apply

Teens ages 13–19

Must be committed to attending 2x/week for the full program

Open to all skill levels — beginners welcome!

Priority given to teens from underserved communities

apply below

Got a question? Email us at swim@blackpeoplewillswim.com.

Applicant Info

First Name

Age

Phone

Birthday

Month

Day

Year

School Name

Grade Level

Multi-line address

Country/Region

Address

City

Zip / Postal code

Name

Emergency Contact Info

Check this box if the emergency contact the same as the parent/guardian

Name

Relationship

Phone

Short Questions (100–150 words max each)

Why do you want to participate in this swim program?

Have you ever taken swim lessons before? If so, where and when?

What do you hope to gain from learning how to swim?

Would you be interested in getting certified as a lifeguard or swim instructor in the future?

Logistics

Preferred location (if multiple available):

Jamaica, Queens

Dwight Athletic Center — Harlem, NYC

Westbury High School — Long Island, NY

Availability (days/times):

Can you commit to attending all scheduled lessons and certification sessions?

Yes

Do you need full or partial financial support?

Full

Partial

I can pay in full but would still like to apply

Parent/Guardian Consent

Signature (All applicants must sign)

Signature field is empty.

(Parental/guardian signature required for applicants under 18)