Minors in Bogotá will be able to take advantage of their vacation to practice sports and learn swimming for free. How to access?
With the beginning of 2026 they also arrive new opportunities so that boys and girls in Bogotá can enjoy their free time safely, actively and completely free.
The Mayor’s Office of Bogotá, through the District Institute of Recreation and Sports (IDRD)announced the opening of vacation swimming courses aimed at minors between 5 and 14 years old, an initiative that seeks to promote healthy lifestyles and provide recreational spaces during the school break season.
The activities will take place in different satellite pools in the city between the January 7 and 23, 2026becoming one of the unmissable plans for those who remain in the capital during these dates. The strategy is part of the program “Bogotá, my City, my Home”which seeks to ensure that children have access to sports, recreational and educational settings at no cost.
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Free swimming courses in Bogotá: dates, places and who can participate
The vacation course is designed so that participants not only learn to swim, but also strengthen their motor skills, socialize, gain confidence in the water and take advantage of free time away from screens. The offer is aimed at boys and girls between 5 and 14 years oldprioritizing inclusive access and the participation of different localities.
Usme: Virrey Sur Park, 96B south street # 8 – 10
Bosa: Parque Autopista Sur, Carrera 72 # 57H – 94 South
Kennedy: Patio Bonito Park, Carrera 101 # 34 – 02 South / Calle 34 Bis Sur with Carrera 101
Each point will have trained instructors, permanent support and safe conditions for practice. The entity stressed that the Swimming is one of the most complete sports for children, as it strengthens the cardiovascular system, improves coordination and contributes to emotional well-being.
What is the registration process like?
Registration is done virtually and will be available until places are sold out. Interested families must register at the IDRD Citizen Portal and complete the entire registration process there.
Registration began on December 30, 2025, Therefore, the Mayor’s recommendation is to complete the process as soon as possible, since these free spaces are usually in high demand and spaces fill up quickly.
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To complete the registration, it is necessary to fill out the information of the minor and his or her guardian, accept the terms of participation and select the location closest to your place of residence.
Furthermore, the IDRD recalled that No in-person registrations will be made and that the allocation of places will be made according to the order of registration on the platform.
This initiative becomes an ideal option for boys and girls to take advantage of the holidays before returning to school in 2026, learn a key skill such as swimming and find in sport an ally for their physical and emotional development.
