Youth & Community Programs

Campus Recreation extends beyond campus, offering programs for youth, families and community members at the Student Recreation Center. Programs are designed to build skills, promote safety and create fun, active experiences for all ages. See registration information below for swim lessons, birthday parties and youth sports camps. Registration can be done online, and we highly encourage parents/participants to create a profile before registration begins.

Safety School & Courses

Courses such as lifeguard training and safety programs are offered periodically.

Lifeguard Certification 

Become certified as an American Red Cross Lifeguard and learn how to respond to aquatic emergencies, provide CPR/AED and First Aid, and keep swimmers safe. Successful participants will receive a certification valid for two years.

This course is offered in a blended learning format. All online coursework must be completed before attending in-person sessions.

Requirements

  • Cost: $350 (discounts for current Montclair State University students)
  • Must be at least 15 years old
  • Complete the online coursework
  • Pass a swim skills assessment

Already Certified? We offer a review and renewal recertification course!

Additional Requirements for Recertification

  • Cost: $275 (discounts for current Montclair State University students)
  • Hold a current certification or one that expired within the last 30 days

Bring the Whole Family to Swim!

Host Your Next Birthday Party at the Rec Pool!

We'd love to help celebrate you. Each party includes pool access, a party room, lifeguards and staff support, organized activities and free swim time.

Details & Pricing

  • 2-hour party experience
  • Option to bring your own food, decorations and music
  • $250.00 for up to 30 swimmers
  • Additional time available for $115.00 (based on availability)
Sign Up & Register Today!

Learn to Swim Program

Our Learn to Swim program is divided into classes based on age, not ability (ages 5-8, ages 8-13 and adults 18+) and requires registration. Once you register for the appropriate time, our instructors will sort the classes by ability and comfort level, so all of our participants will be working with others at a similar level. 

SaturdaysSundays
TimeAge GroupTimeAge Group
9-9:45 a.m.Adult9:30-10:15 a.m.Adult
10-10:45 a.m.5-810:30-11:15 a.m.8-13
11-11:45 a.m.8-1311:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.5-8
12-12:45 p.m.5-812:30-1:15 p.m.5-8
1-1:45 p.m.5-81:30-2:15 p.m.Adult

We offer two Learn to Swim sessions which are now open for registration!

View Pricing & Sign Up Online 

Registration Details

Registration is completed online and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis for all of our community programs. Participants are encouraged to create an account in advance to streamline the process. 

If you are a community member registering for programs such as Learn to Swim, Birthday Parties or Lifeguard Courses, you will need to create an account.

  1. Go to rec.montclair.edu
  2. Click Sign In (top right corner)
  3. Select Sign Up at the bottom of the pop-up
  4. Follow the steps to create your account

Once your account is created, you can add family members and register for programs.

Important: Please create the account in your own name. Creating an account for a child may prevent you from registering online due to age restrictions.

If this is your first time registering, you can log in using your Montclair State University NetID.

  1. Go to rec.montclair.edu
  2. Click Sign In (top right corner)
  3. Select Student/Staff Login
  4. Follow the prompts to log in using Single Sign-On (SSO)

Need Assistance?

If you experience any issues, support is available through our Main Office.

Campus Recreation

Campus Recreation is your place to move, play, train and connect at Montclair. From group exercise classes and intramural sports to aquatics, outdoor adventure and special events, there are plenty of ways to stay active and find your community!