The PITT’s KIDS program provides instruction in aquatics, games, and sports instruction to children ages 3 to 13 years old (fall/spring semesters) and 5 to 13 years old (summer only).
Through this developmental program, children participate in a variety of age-appropriate activities with a focus on progressive skill instruction.
The program uses all areas of Trees Hall including the rock wall and the Olympic-size swimming pool. We also use the small pool in the back of the Olympic pool as well.
Registration will open on March 16, 2026, at 9 a.m.
Morning Activities:
For children aged 5-13, our morning programming features a variety of engaging activities tailored to different age groups, including games in the pool, team sports, rock climbing, scavenger hunts, STEM activities, and more! After a fun morning session, each child will enjoy lunch at Sutherland Hall. The afternoon sessions will include traditional Pitt’s Kids activities, featuring swimming lessons and gym activities for all kids.
Afternoon Activities:
After a fun morning session, each child will enjoy lunch at Sutherland Hall. The afternoon sessions will include traditional Pitt’s Kids activities, featuring swimming lessons and gym activities for all kids.
Counselor in Training:
We are offering our Counselor in Training (CIT) program for ages 14-16, where CIT participants gain valuable mentoring experience by connecting with campers and enhancing their skills through specialized instruction in swimming and gym activities. Each day consists of 50 minutes of physical activity followed by 50 minutes of aquatic instruction, providing a well-rounded experience in both the gym and pool.
Pitt’s Kids SUMMER 2026 HANDBOOK
Session 1: June 29 – July 9, 2026
Session 2: July 13 – July 23, 2026
Session 3: July 27 – August 6, 2026
Mondays – Thursdays from 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Does your family live in 15219 or 15213 zip codes and qualify for Free/Reduced Lunch Program? If so, you qualify for our PK Scholarship Program. Please complete our scholarship application form located below and email to cllprog@pitt.edu.
Does your family qualify for the Free/Reduced Lunch Program? If so, your family may qualify for a PK Discount. Please complete our scholarship application form located below and email to cllprog@pitt.edu.
Registration is now closed. Please check this website in the coming months for information on our Fall 2026 dates.
February 1, February 8, February 15, February 22, March 1, March 22, March 29, and April 19*
The program will not run on March 8 and March 19 due to Spring Break.
* The weather make-up date (if needed) will be April 19.
Camp times are from 9:40 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Registration is now closed.
The Pitt’s Kids Adaptive Swim Program was specifically designed to benefit and support children of all ages with a range of disabilities and needs. Our goal is to help each swimmer overcome any challenges they may face in the water, regardless of prior swim experience, in a 1:1 instruction ratio. Our top priorities are for each child to become comfortable in the water, learn water safety, increase physical activity, and – of course – to have fun!
February 1, February 8, February 15, February 22, March 1, and March 22*
* The weather make-up date (if needed) is March 22
The swim program times are from 12:15 – 1:00 p.m.
Do you want your child to learn to swim before the summer comes? Want your child to learn to be safe in the pool? Join the learn to swim 3-week program offered by the Community Leisure Learn Department in Trees Hall. Come explore the beautiful pool here at Pitt and learn to swim. These lessons are for ages 5 – 15 years old. The program will run twice a week for one hour over the course of three weeks.
Registration will open on May 1, 2026 at 9 a.m. Please check back then for access to our registration portal.
Tuesdays and Thursdays from May 26 – June 11, 2026
5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
For questions or more information, please contact us at cllprog@pitt.edu. We’d love to hear from you!
