Class Descriptions

PARENT/TOT DISCOVERY

(6 months – 3 years)
Requirements: parent/caregiver & swim diaper (if not toilet-trained)
Max: 12 students
A parent/caregiver and child discover the water together in this instructor led class. This class is designed to help children become more comfortable in and around the water as well as give parents/caregivers information and techniques to help orient their child in the water. Lots of singing, games, and encouragement are the main focus of this class. Child must be between 6 months and 3 years of age at start of first class. A parent or caregiver must be in the water with the child during the class.

Level 1

(3 years +)
Max: 6 students This class is a basic introduction to water skills and is designed to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy water safety. Students develop good attitudes and safe practices around the water. Prerequisites: Child must be at least 3 years of age and able to participate without help of parent or guardian.

Level 2

Max: 6 students
This class emphasizes successful development of fundamental aquatics skills. Students learn to float without support and recover to a vertical position. Students also explore simultaneous and alternating arm and leg movements on front and back, laying ground work for future stroke development.
Prerequisites: Child must be willing to get face (eyes, ears, and nose) wet and be comfortable on their front and back in the water – OR – Child has successfully completed Level One.

Level 3

Max: 6 students
This class focuses on stroke development. Students learn how to coordinate front and back crawl and are introduced to the elements of butterfly, treading water, and seated diving. Prerequisites: Child must be comfortable in water over their head and comfortable swimming on their front and back – OR – Child has successfully completed Level 2.

If you are unsure which class level you or your child should attend, we recommend a visit to the club so a staff person can help you determine placement or call (843) 763-3850 for more information.