Starfish (18 Months–2 Years)
Parent-and-child water introduction focused on comfort, water safety, and basic swim readiness skills.
In our Starfish class, we introduce babies and toddlers (18 months to 2 years old) to the water in a fun and nurturing environment. Parents are a crucial part of this experience, as they accompany their little one in the water at each class. Through playful water exploration, we help children become comfortable in the water while teaching essential swimming readiness skills. Parents will learn helpful techniques for supporting and holding their child, while also gaining important water safety knowledge. The class emphasizes safety, fun, and connection as parents' guide their children through water activities that promote confidence and readiness for future swimming lessons. Starfish is the perfect way to begin building a positive relationship with the water while ensuring safety and comfort for both parent and child!
Tadpoles (Ages 3–4)
Introduces water safety, floating, kicking, and basic swimming movements. Children must be potty trained.
Little swimmers are ready to explore the wonders of the water! In our Tadpoles class, children ages 3 to 4 (must be potty trained) are introduced to the basics of water safety while building confidence in the pool. With a focus on fun, safety, and independence, we guide these young adventurers through essential skills like blowing bubbles, gliding, and floating. Each class provides a safe and supportive environment where kids will practice using their arms and legs to move through the water, while mastering the basic movements for both front and back strokes. Through games, songs, and playful exercises, Tadpoles help foster a love for swimming while helping children develop their kicking, arm strokes, and floating techniques. It’s all about making those first steps into the water feel exciting and comfortable, setting the stage for a lifetime of aquatic fun!
Minnows (Ages 5–7)
Develops water confidence, breath control, floating skills, and introductory swimming techniques.
In our Minnows class, children ages 5 to 7 are ready to take their water skills to the next level! This class focuses on building confidence and helping little swimmers refine their basic swimming techniques. Minnows will practice important skills like entering the water using the pool steps, bobbing, and opening their eyes underwater to retrieve objects. Minnows will practice entering and exiting the pool safely, submerging their mouth, nose, and eyes, and learning breath control. They’ll also work on front and back floats with recovery to a stand, changing direction in the water, and swimming up to 5 feet on both their front and back Through fun activities and supportive instruction, our Minnows will feel more confident in the water and excited to keep progressing in their swimming journey!
Jellyfish (Ages 8–9)
Builds swimming independence through gliding, coordinated stroke development, and basic treading-water skills.
In our Jellyfish class, children ages 8 to 9 dive into the world of swimming with a focus on building comfort and confidence in the water! This class helps young swimmers develop essential water skills in a fun and supportive environment. As they grow more comfortable, they’ll master front and back floats, glides, and rolls, while learning to tread water for up to 15 seconds. With a focus on combined arm and leg action for both front and back strokes, Jellyfish are introduced to key swimming techniques that set the foundation for future swimming success. Through engaging activities and encouraging instruction, our Jellyfish swimmers will gain the skills they need to enjoy the water safely while continuing to grow in their swimming journey!
Manta Rays (Ages 10–12)
Strengthens swimming technique, endurance, and essential water safety skills.
In our Manta Rays class, children ages 10 to 12 build confidence and success with fundamental swimming skills! This class focuses on developing strong water skills through engaging instruction and fun activities. Manta Rays will practice entering the water by stepping or jumping in from the side, fully submerging their head, and mastering breath control with bubble-blowing. They’ll refine techniques like front and back glides, swimming on their side, and swimming 15 feet on their front and 10 feet on their back. Additionally, they’ll learn important water safety skills, including life jacket use. With supportive coaching and plenty of practice, our Manta Rays will strengthen their swimming abilities and gain the confidence to continue progressing in the water!
Teen & Adult (Ages 13+)
Instruction is tailored to individual ability levels, from beginner swimming skills to stroke development and improved swimming efficiency.
In our Teen & Adult class, swimmers ages 13 and older develop essential aquatic skills in a supportive and encouraging environment! This class is designed to help participants build confidence in the water while learning fundamental swimming techniques. They will work on improving proficiency in the six basic swimming strokes, as well as gaining important water safety knowledge to help themselves or others in an aquatic emergency. With personalized instruction tailored to individual needs, swimmers will enhance their skills, increase their comfort in the water, and develop the ability to swim with greater ease and efficiency. Whether they’re new to swimming or looking to refine their technique, our Teens & Adults will gain the confidence and skills needed for safe and successful swimming!
