Reading, writing, and arithmetic are considered the important academic building blocks in one’s formative years. Swimming lessons are not essential – at least not in most schools. They should be.

Ready to dive in? The Drexel University Recreation Center offers swim lessons for participants ages 18 and older, whether they are learning to swim for the first time or looking to refine their skills ...

Ryker Gardner (left), 8, waits as Haylee Turner, 7, jumps in near swim instructor Alexis Fraundorfer during "Learn to Swim" lessons at Prospect Pool on Wednesday morning. Mirror photo by Linden ...

The Student Life Center swim lesson program will be offline until further notice. Please contact the Campus Recreation office if you have any questions. The Student Life Center now offers swim lessons ...