Recreational Services offers a variety of aquatics programs at the Campus Recreation & Wellness Center and the Field House. Programs and services include Swim Lessons, open swim, lap swim, Masters Swim, an age group competitive swim club (the Iowa Flyers), and American Red Cross Certification Courses. We also host a number of special events including all Iowa Hawkeye Swimming and Diving competitions, age-group and club swimming meets, diving competitions, water polo, Division of Student Life activities, and private party events.
Lap swim
In order to swim in our indoor facilities, space will need to be reserved in advance via the Recreational Services online registration system. Time slots open 24 hours in advance.
If you need assistance with the online registration process, please visit our Online Registration Info page.
If you need to cancel your registration, please view our instructions for Online Cancellations.
Swim Lessons
It’s never too early (or late) to learn how to swim! We offer youth and adult swim lessons for all levels. We also offer private lessons.
Iowa Flyers Swim Club
IFLY is a competitive age-group swim club open to University of Iowa members and the general public which offers participation levels from developmental through Masters swimming.
Masters Swimming
Our Masters Swimming program is for anyone 18 years or older who wants to improve their swimming skills and use swimming as an aerobic fitness activity.
Certification Courses
Throughout the year, we offer Red Cross certification courses including Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguarding, and Lifeguarding Instructor courses.
Contact Us
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| Emily Downes | Associate Director, Aquatics
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| Nick Remmes | Assistant Director, Aquatics
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| Nathan Mundt | Assistant Director, Aquatics & Head Coach, IFLY Swim Club
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| Tanja Avant | Assistant Coach, IFLY Swim Club
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| Chris Freeman | Assistant Coach, IFLY Swim Club
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