Get an invigorating yet gentle morning workout in the Pool. The program is designed to and limb stress and prevent injuries while providing a greater range of motion and a solid cardiovascular workout.

Check back soon for the next session.

Private Lessons

- Registration begins from 10 am on Monday, March 8. Any registration the office receives prior to this time will not be processed until 6pm on March 8.

- Download and complete the registration form online and submit it in person, by fax or by email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Telephone registration is not accepted.
- Private lessons are divided into four sessions: spring, summer, fall and winter. Registration is required for each session. Lessons run through the end date of each session.
- The Pool Office does not automatically transfer bookings from session to session. Re-enrollment is required to be submitted on the designated registration day of each session to continue the lessons.
- Priority will be given according to swimmers’ start dates. In the case of the same start date, priority will be given according to the time of registration.
- The Pool Office will schedule lessons as close as possible to requested dates and times.
- Sessions will not be confirmed unless registering Members respond to the confirmation letter within 7 business days.
- Members can book sessions in person 5 days prior to the requested lesson time. Please read the cancellation policy for in-person bookings.

Cancellation Policy

- Swimmers can participate in the first lesson before deciding whether or not to continue. Cancellation must be made by 10 pm on the first day of lessons to avoid a penalty fee. Participants who cancel by the deadline will be billed for one lesson and the remainder of the course fee will be refunded.

- Cancellation made after 10 pm. on the first day of lessons will incur a charge of the full course fee.
- Cancellation due to illness requires a doctor’s note to receive a refund of class fees.

- For in-person bookings, cancellations received less than 24 hours before the scheduled lesson time will incur a full charge of the lesson fee. Same-day appointments are subject to the same cancellation penalties.
- All cancellations must be submitted in writing to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Telephone cancellations are not accepted.

Note

- There is no system for make-up lessons. Inquire at the Pool Office for available spaces.
- Lessons will be held rain or shine, but will be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances. The Pool Office will contact swimmers in advance of canceled lessons whenever possible. Please provide your cell phone number on the sign-up form for easy notification.

Fees
(per 30-minute session)
¥3,885 for single-person lesson
¥2,772 per person for 2-person lesson
¥2,100 per person for 3-person lesson

Schedule
Check here to see the avaliability of Private Swim Lessons for Spring Session (Mar 27 - Jun 13)

Spring Session (Mar 27–Jun 13)

Registration starts Monday, March 8

Lesson Start Date: Mar 27-Apr 2
End Date: Jun 13
Confirmation Starts: Mar 20

Lesson Start Date: Apr 3-Apr 30
End Date: Jun 13
Confirmation Starts: Mar 27

Lesson Start Date: May 1-May 31
End Date: Jun 13
Confirmation Starts: Apr 24

Lesson Start Date: Jun 1-13
End Date: Jun 13
Confirmation Starts: May 24

Summer Session (Jun 14–Sep 3)
Registration starts Monday, May 17

Lesson Start Date: Jun 14-Jul 4
End Date: Sep 3
Confirmation Starts: Jun 7

Lesson Start Date: Jul 5-Aug 1
End Date: Sep 3
Confirmation Starts: Jun 28

Lesson Start Date: Aug 2-Sep 3
End Date: Sep 3
Confirmation Starts: Jul 26

Fall Session (Sep 4–Oct 31)
Registration starts Monday, Aug 2

Lesson Start Date: Sep 4-Oct 1
End Date: Oct 31
Confirmation Starts: Aug 28

Lesson Start Date: Oct 2-Oct 31
End Date: Oct 31
Confirmation Starts: Sep 25

Winter Session (Nov 1–Nov 30)
Registration starts Monday, Oct 4

Lesson Start Date: Nov 1-Nov 30
End Date: Nov 30
Confirmation Starts: Oct 25

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Masters Swim Squad

Registration
Register online at www.tokyoamericanclub.org. Telephone registration is not accepted.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations are accepted up to three business days before the class begins with no penalty.
Cancellations made less than three business days before the class begins will incur charges of the full course fee.
All cancellations must be submitted in writing to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Telephone cancellations are not accepted. 

Masters Advanced Class
This challenging program is designed for advanced swimmers who can complete 100m in less than 2 minutes. Four sessions per week combine for a total distance of roughly 10km of swimming. Sessions focus heavily on actual interval training, combined with proficient coaching and the use of equipment to develop swimmers' physical and mental aptitudes. Participants should be able to comfortably swim 100m within two minutes.

Note: Monday sessions will be independently conducted without Coach Higgins as relaxed recovery time following a strenuous week of training. Some stroke instruction will be incorporated into Friday and Saturday sessions.

Coach: Pelham Higgins

Sat: 7:30-9 am
Mon, Wed & Fri: 6:30-7:30 am
National holidays: 7:30 am
Limited to 9 to 19 participants

Apr 19 - 30
¥4,950 (5 lessons)
Registration starts on Mar 8

May
¥13,950 (13 lessons)
Registration starts on Apr 1

Jun
¥13,500 (13 lessons)
Registration starts on May 1

Jul
¥14,850 (14 lessons)
Registration starts on Jun 1

Aug
¥12,600 (12 lessons)
Registration starts on Jul 1

Sep
¥13,500 (13 lessons)
Registration starts on Aug 1

Oct
¥14,850 (14 lessons)
Registration starts on Sep 1

Nov 
¥12,600 (12 lessons)
Registration starts on Oct 1


Masters Lite
For serious swimmers looking for structured, guided group training to get that competitive edge or simply obtain a higher level of fitness. Each session will log approximately 2km of swimming. Participants should be able to complete long distances and to swim 50m on a 1:30 cycle.

Coach: Masa Hamanaka

Sun: 7:30-8:30 am
Tues &Thu: 6:30-7:30 am
National holidays: 7:30 am
Limited to 6 to 15 participants

Mar 28 - Apr
¥15,750 (15 lessons)
Registration starts on Mar 8

May
¥13,650 (13 lessons)
Registration starts on Apr 1

Jun
¥13,650 (13 lessons)
Registration starts on May 1

Jul
¥13,650 (13 lessons)
Registration starts on Jun 1

Aug
¥14,700 (14 lessons)
Registration starts on Jul 1

Sep
¥13,650 (13 lessons)
Registration starts on Aug 1

Oct
¥13,650 (13 lessons)
Registration starts on Sep 1

Nov 
¥13,650 (13 lessons)
Registration starts on Oct 1


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Stroke Development (Spring/Fall)