Private & Semi-Private Swim Lessons

*Attention*
Spring Swim classes are coming soon! Each Session is six weeks long, with one class each week. After completing your registration, our aquatic staff will contact you for more info.

Please note: Our swim lessons are available on a first-come, first-served basis after registration opens. 

The NKU Swim Lesson Program provides education in swimming and water safety instruction for beginners through advanced students age 3 and older.   

REGISTRATION OPENS/CLOSES: Jan 5, 2026 – Jan 23, 2026

SWIM CLASS INSTRUCTION STARTS: Jan 28, 2026 – Mar 4, 2026 

We also offer semi-private swim lessons in addition to our private lessons. For pricing information and to schedule your semi-private lessons, please email Michael A at ackleym1@nku.edu

Registration Instructions

1. On the NKU Campus Rec website, select "Fusion Portal" from the Resources section on the right side of the screen.
2. Click "Sign In" at the top right of the screen.If you are an existing member, log in and then Move to Step #4. 
3. If you are new and do not have an active membership, Create an Account and fill in the required information (email and password). Check your email and click the verification link. Return to the Fusion Portal website to finish filling in your Profile information (your profile must be complete to process the steps below).
4. Click "Private Swim Lessons".
5. Select your preferred swim lesson type (Private 1:1 or Semi-Private 2:1).
6. Click "Add to Cart".
7. Sign ALL waivers.
8. Enter Swim Lesson participant(s).
9. Click "Checkout".
10. Click "Checkout" on the pop-up.
11. Enter the requested billing information.
12. Click "Submit".
13. A green bar should appear that says, "Payment was successful."
    1. If this green bar does not appear with "Payment was successful," do not enter credit card information again. Please contact Kylie Graves at (859) 572- 6308.
14. Check your email; you will receive an email receipt from "Fusion SMTP Service Account" with a link to schedule your swim lesson session. Click the link.
15. Once the "NKU Swim Lessons" webpage opens, select the type of swim lesson you just purchased. 
16. Select the staff member, date, and time that you would like to schedule your swim lesson.
17. Complete the Details and Additional Information section and click the "Book" button.