Build Confidence
EmBe leads the Sioux Falls aquatics community with its expert instruction and training of the best aquatics instructors in the region. The EmBe pool has been a staple in the community since 1965. We offer tailored lessons and training to help swimmers meet their goals and learn life skills. From the first lesson to triathlon training, we teach our swimmers to feel safe and confident in their swimming ability.
Swim Lessons
Learn life skills and develop confidence through our personalized swimming lessons using the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety program.
Recreational Swim League
With a growing swim community in Sioux Falls, EmBe is meeting those needs by introducing a non-competitive swim league.
CPR + AED Certification
The purpose of each course is to give individuals the opportunity to learn and practice content within a formal course setting.
Lifeguard Training
The EmBe Red Cross Lifeguard Training Program is intended to train individuals to develop leadership skills, build self-confidence and learn teamwork.
Water Safety Instructor Training
Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Training prepares you to teach children and adults water safety, survival and swimming skills.
Junior Lifeguard Camp
Designed for kids ages 11 to 14, Junior Lifeguard Camp introduces kids to the foundation of knowledge and skills to be a future lifeguard.
Pool Rental
The EmBe pool has hosted countless swim meets, birthday parties, organization gatherings, and more! Reach out today to have your next celebration at our pool for a traditional pool party or a group fitness event.
*Please be aware that we require an adult to child ratio of 1:10 during staffed lifeguard hours. Children under the age of three must be within arm’s reach of an adult. *
Financial Assistance
Scholarship opportunities are available. EmBe is committed to being accessible to all regardless of ability to pay. If you need a full or partial scholarship contact Jaeya Jones at jjones@embe.org.
Flow and Paddle Class
Ready to challenge yourself with standup yoga on a paddleboard? We partner with Cassie at Flow & Paddle to offer multiple classes of BOGA at our pool. We have added new class days and times to offer everyone an opportunity to participate in this water-floating yoga class! 60-minute classes aimed to bring a calm and relaxing environment to balance your mind and body.
*Participants must sign up through the Flow & Paddle website here and must be able to swim. *
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