City of Cape Girardeau

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Youth

Lifeguard Classes
Interested in becoming a lifeguard? Join our team today! All lifeguard certification classes will be at the Cape Aquatic Center (page 25). The cost is $75 for participants who are seeking employment through the city of Cape, or $150 for those not seeking city employment. To register, contact Robert at [email protected].

Dates: February 21-23, March 14-17, April 25-27, May 9-11, May 16-18
Where: Cape Aquatic Center

Rec Swim League
Practices on Tuesdays and Saturdays, times TBD. Meets held on select days TBD. Swimmers must be able to swim 25 yards in a freestyle swim to sign up for the program. We will have an evaluation night before the league starts on February 24, 2025 for correct placement into the league. One piece swimsuit(girls) and Jammer(boys) are required, along with goggles. For more information, contact Robert at [email protected].

Starts: March 4, 2025
Practices: Tuesdays & Saturdays
Meets: Select dates TBD
Time: TBD
Where: Cape Aquatic Center
Cost: $120/swimmer (includes swim cap)
Registration Link

Master's Swim Program
River City Aquatics is thrilled to offer a new program: Master’s Swim Program! It will be held on Monday and Wednesday mornings 6:00 a.m. - 7:15 a.m. at the Cape Aquatic Center. There is a monthly cost associated to the program. If you are interested in signing up please contact Noah Underwood at [email protected].

When: Monday/Wednesday
Time: 6:00 a.m. - 7:15 a.m.
Where: Cape Aquatic Center
River City Aquatics

Egg Dive (Ages 0-10)
Our egg divers will search for eggs in Jefferson Pool! Children up to five years old will dive at 10:00 a.m., and children ages 6-10 will dive at 11:00 a.m. (maximum 100 per age group). One parent can be in the water with their child. Eggs will be numbered and correspond with candy & prizes! We will be giving out door prizes and the Easter bunny will be available for photos! Paid divers will receive a free ticket to Jefferson Pool to swim after the event. For more information, contact Robert at [email protected].

Date: Saturday April 12, 2025
Time: 5 years old and under 10:00 a.m. | 6-10 years old 11:00 a.m.
Where: Jefferson Community Center
Cost: $5/child
Registration Links: Ages 0-5 | Ages 6-10

Movie Night!
Join us for a unique movie night at Jefferson Pool! Enjoy watching a familyfriendly movie in the water! Tubes will be provided. No personal rafts or inner tubes allowed. All children under 15 years of age must be accompanied and supervised by a paying adult ages 18+. Concession stand will be available for purchase. For more information, contact Robert at [email protected].

Date: Thursday, April 17, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Where: Jefferson Community Center (1620 College St.)
Cost: $5/person
Registration Link

Preschool Playtime
Parents with little ones, come enjoy the spray pad before the waterpark opens! Preschool Playtime is for kids ages 4 & under. The play structure will also be open on the Friday dates in August. Adults are free! Season passes must be purchased in advanced at the Osage Centre or A. C. Brase Arena. No make-up dates will be offered. For questions or more information contact Robert at [email protected]. Call the Rainout Line at 573.975.1024 for weather related information.

When: Monday-Thursday | 5/27/25 - 8/14/25 | 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday | 5/27/25 - 8/13/25 | 6:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Location: Cape Splash
Fee: $5 drop in rate, $65 season pass for all dates

Private Swim Lessons
These 1-on-1 sessions allow for swimmers ages 4 and up, of all skill level, to progress at their own pace and have the focused instruction of their instructor. These are great options for children who thrive better from 1-on-1 attention, teenagers who need to prepare for lifeguard training prerequisite skills, and adults who want to improve their strokes. Private Swim Lessons are held at the Jefferson Community Center and Cape Aquatic Center. To book a private lesson, contact Matt at [email protected]. Click here for a printable flyer.

Location: Jefferson Pool
Fee: 1 Lesson: $25 per person | 4 Lessons: $23 per person per lesson ($92 total) | 8 Lessons: $20 per person per lesson ($160 total)

Adult

Try Scuba Diving
Experience breathing underwater with Mermet Springs at Cape Aquatic Center! Registration includes use of scuba equipment, air fill, and entry into the pool with 1-on-1 time with a Professional Dive Leader. Participants must be at least 10 years old. Bring swimsuit and towel. For more information, contact Robert at [email protected].

Date: Saturday, March 8, 2025
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Where: Cape Aquatic Center
Cost: $45/person
Registration Link

Riverwalking at Cape Splash
Enjoy a low-impact workout while walking in the lazy river at Cape Splash! Walk with the current or against it to customize your workout. Water walking increases your blood flow and warms your muscles and joints. Open to adults 18+. AquaFit and Riverwalking season passes are interchangeable! Season passes must be purchased in advance at Osage Centre or A.C. Brase Arena. No make-up dates will be offered.

Dates: Monday-Thursday | 5/27/25 - 8/14/25 | 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday | 5/27/25 - 8/13/25 | 6:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Location: Cape Splash
Fee: $5 drop in rate |$65 season pass for all dates