Make A Splash

Make a Splash is a child-focused water safety initiative created by the USA Swimming Foundation which aims to provide the opportunity for every person in the U.S. to learn to swim.

Through this grant program, the USA Swimming Foundation partners with swim lesson providers like TAC to educate children and families on the importance of learning to swim and to provide free and reduced-price swim lessons to children in the Triangle facing financial hardship.

Thanks to grants received, and generous donations from community sponsors, the Make a Splash program provides swim lessons to children across the Triangle.

What is the cost for Make a Splash lessons at TAC?

Eligible swimmers may participate in a month of swim lessons for $20. Classes are once per week, on Saturdays.

How to apply for Make a Splash?

Parents of children between the ages of 5 and 12 who wish to learn how to swim may apply HERE.

Are Make a Splash lessons different from other lessons?

Yes. The focus of the Make a Splash curriculum is specifically designed to teach water safety. It provides children with a solid foundation for success in swimming.

Is a swimmer evaluation required?

No. Make a Splash is intended for beginner swimmers. Evaluations are used for higher-level classes and do not apply to this program.

Does my child need to attend all classes?

Yes. Attendance is very important for success. Each class builds on skills learned in the previous class. Excessive absences may result in dismissal from the program.

Can my swimmer continue in the Make a Splash program after the initial month?

Yes. Swimmers may continue as long as funds are available and they have not tested out of the Learn-to-Swim level. Contact [email protected] to discuss.

Donate to TAC’s Make a Splash Program

Drowning is a leading cause of unintentional injury-related death for children. It can happen quickly and quietly.

Water is part of everyday life across the Triangle — from pools and lakes to bathtubs and neighborhood waterways. Learning to swim is a critical safety skill that reduces drowning risk while also building confidence, health, and lifelong opportunity.

This program helps ensure children have access to high-quality swim instruction and essential water-safety skills, regardless of financial circumstances. Community support makes an impact. Your donation expands access, removes barriers, and keeps children safe in and around the water.

"It’s an incredible feeling to know that USA Swimming Foundation funding will be used to create a valuable swimming experience for thousands of children who may not have had the opportunity to learn how to swim…”

Scott Usher, Director of Development
USA Swimming Foundation