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Splish Splash! Let’s have an aquatic blast! This class introducesparents to water-safety topics while teaching them how to safelysupport and hold their children as they learn basic swimming skills.The ultimate goal is to get your tiny tots ready to swim on their own.Parental participation required.
A step above Starfish Level 1, this second-tier class expands uponyour child’s swimming skills and delves a little deeper into watersafety. Topics are introduced and directed to parents so they canbe hands-on and involved during instruction. Recommended forpreschool-aged students. Parental participation required.
Students can leave parents willingly and follow direction in a groupsetting. This is the first class without a parent; no prerequisitesrequired. The goal is to help children feel comfortable and enjoythe water safely. Introduction of elementary aquatic skills anddevelopment of good attitudes and safe practices around the water.
Sting Ray Level 1 certificate preferred or must be able to demonstrateSting Ray Level 1 exit skills. Goal is to build on Level 1 skills and enjoysuccess with fundamental skills. Learn to float on back unsupported,recover to a vertical position, explore simultaneous and alternatingarm and leg actions on front and back, build foundation for futurestrokes. Self-help and basic rescue skills.
Sting Ray Level 2 certificate preferred or can demonstrate StingRay Level 2 exit skills. Goal is to build on Level 2 skills by providingadditional guided practice. Learn to effectively coordinate combinedsimultaneous arm and leg actions, alternating arm and leg actionsand safety skills.
Build confidence in the water by learning how to blow bubbles, floatand kick on front and back with support, Build confidence in thewater by learning how to arm action.
Learn how to float unsupported on front and back, recover to avertical position from a floating position, glide on front and back andswim on front and back using combined strokes for five yards.
Level 2 certificate preferred or able to perform Level 2 exit skills. Buildon learned skills through guided practice. Learn survival float; swimfront crawl and elementary backstroke for 15 yards. Introduction toscissors kick, dolphin kick and fundamentals of treading water. Learnrules for headfirst entries and begin headfirst entries from the side ofthe pool. Safety skills.
Here's your chance to have an amazing experience transforming intoa mermaid/merman. You will learn to develop a fluid dolphin kickmotion and propel through the water with grace. Instructors will leadstudents in un-tailed drills and skill practice before donning tails,then repeat drills and skills with tails on through group mermaid/merman games and imaginative free time. Tails are provided (sizes6-12).LEVEL 3 SWIM REQUIREMENTS:• Float independently on front and back• Roll from front to back• Tread water for 30 seconds• Preferred experience with dolphin kick• Swim 10-12 yards on front and back without putting feet down
CALLING ALL TRIATHLETES! Is the swimming portion of your racebringing down your overall time? Are you a lap swimmer who is ina rut? If so, this class is for you. An experienced coach will work onyour overall stroke technique to help you to swim more efficientlyand improve your overall race times. If you are not as exhausted orstressed after the swim portion of a race, you’ll have more energy tobike harder and run faster. Recommended for a competitive athlete;must be able to swim a continual 300 swim.
Anxious to be around water with your kids? Are you taking family vacations as far away from the water as possible? Are you watching your children and family enjoy the water as you sit and watch? If so, this is the class for you. It takes courage for an adult to overcome a lifetime of negative feelings formed around water and swimming. Experienced, compassionate, listening instructors will help you overcome your fears of the water and help you with your psychological hurdles. The progress might be slow, but empathetic instructors will walk/swim beside you one hurdle at a time. Our goal is to make you feel more confident in your overall water ability individually in a group setting. The possibilities are endless.
Water lovers, do you need a change from swimming lap after lap orfrom your usual routine water exercise? Change up your routine witha water jogging class. Focus on speed or power intervals. This class istaught in a mixture of shallow and deep water. Participants combinecardiovascular work with deep-water running, jogging, bicyclingand cross-country skiing movements. Instruction focuses on correctform and technique. Jogging belts provided.
This class is f Lifeguard candidates without their current Lifeguardcertification or whose certification has expired more than 30 days.This class is a blended learning program requiring time at hometo complete online assignments. Upon successful completion ofthe In-Water Pretest (first day), participants will be provided withthe American Red Cross online link to access the online portion.Participants can expect to spend approximately six to eight hoursto complete the online portion. All online assignments must becompleted prior to the first in-class session. Students successfullycompleting the course will receive first aid, CPR/AED for theProfessional Rescuer and American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.REQUIRED PREREQUISITES:• Swim 300 yards continuously (freestyle and breaststroke)• Start in the water, swim 20 yards using front crawl or breaststroke,surface dive 7 to 12 feet, retrieve a 10-pound object, return to thesurface, swim 20 yards back to the starting point with the object andexit the water without using a ladder or steps, all within one minuteand 40 seconds.• Tread water for one minute with hands above the water level.• Cannot miss class.Bring to class: Swimsuit, towel and CPR mask (may be purchasedfor $15.00). Payment of the course fee and participation in class donot guarantee certification. Students must successfully complete allcourse objectives in order to be certified.
This class is for candidates who possess a current Lifeguardcertification or whose certification has expired within 30 days ofthe start date of class. All participants are required to provide theircurrent or expired certification card on the first day of class.The purpose of the Review course is to give individuals theopportunity to review the course content within a formal classsetting. The responsibility for preparing for the final written examis shared by the instructor and the candidate. Candidates should beprepared to watch videos, review all required skills and be preparedto take written and physical (in-water) exam.PRECOURSE SWIM TEST:• Swim 300 yards continuously (100 freestyle, 100 breaststroke and100 combination freestyle/breastroke).• Tread water for one minute without using hands.• Starting in the water, swim 20 yards using front crawl orbreaststroke, surface dive 10 to 12 feet, retrieve 10-pound object,return to the surface, swim 20 yards back to the starting point withthe object and exit the water without using a ladder or steps, allwithin one minute and 40 seconds.• Cannot miss class.Bring to class: American Red Cross Lifeguard book, swimsuits, towels(multiple), paper/pencil/highlighter or notebook and CPR mask (maybe purchased for $15.00).Payment and participation do not guarantee certification. Studentsmust successfully complete all course objectives in order to becertified. $135.00
This Red Cross certification will enable instructors to teach the Red Cross Learn to Swim program; including Parent Child Aquatics, Preschool Level 1 - 3, and Levels 1 - 6, and Water Safety presentations. Instructor candidates must successfully complete in-water requirements. Be prepared for a written final exam on class requirements.• Successfully complete the Water Safety Instructor in-water skill session on first day of class. • Attend and successfully participate in all course sessions. • Successfully complete all practice-teaching assignment and other course work• Pass the final written exam with a minimum grade of 80 percent or better (40 correct answers out of 50 questions). Payment of the course fee and participation in the class does not guarantee certification. Students must successfully complete all course objectives in order to be certified.
This Parent-and-Me development program is a proven instructional program that prepares children for the world of organized sports without the threat of competition or fear of getting hurt. Parents work together with their children in a supportive environment to learn all the basic skills.
This play-based program will provide each participant a basic understanding of how the game is played, while also developing a solid understanding of stroke skills and point play strategies.
This fun, low-key class has parents on court with their children participating in fun games and drills. The family will learn to have fun together in a productive and loving atmosphere, using the QuickStart methodology. (36 foot court, read foam and red felt ball).
This fun and fast-paced developmental tennis program will feature training that will teach the six basic strokes of tennis in combination with footwork, positioning and match play strategies. Class participants are encouraged to pair up and play points directly following each class. This is a great way to put those skills to the test while they are still fresh.
Designed to introduce young children to the basic elements of gymnastics, this parent and me class teaches children coordination and balance using fun games and playtime activities. Follow along as your child leads the way, only stepping in to provide a bit of help when needed.
Tumbling tots are too hot to trot! Designed for tiny toddlers, this tumble class introduces little ones to the basic fundamentals of gymnastics. We use a variety of mats and a range of equipment to help young children develop strength, body awareness and confidence all while they have tons of fun making new friends.
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