<h1>Youth Aquatics &amp Swim Lessons</h1>

<p>Being comfortable and safe in the water is an important life skill that can also lead to increased physical fitness. Swimming is a great way to unwind and exercise!</p>

<p><a href="../../../wp-content/uploads/2015/04/APRIL-REG-FLYER.pdf"><i class="fa fa-file-pdf-o"></i> April 2015 Swim Registration Information</a></p>

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<h2>Swim Lessons:</h2>

<p>Are you unsure of which swim lesson levels are appropriate for your child? Review our <a href="../../../wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Swim-level-descriptions-2014.pdf" target="_blank">Swim Lesson Level Chart</a> and call us for more information.

<h3>Swim Lessons: Ages 6-36 Months</h3>

<p><strong>Parent–Tot Swim Lessons:</strong> Babies and toddlers 6 months to 36 months learn the joy of being in the water in a safe and nurturing environment with hands on parent involvement. They will be taught the fundamentals of swimming; such as kicking, arm movements, blowing bubbles and floating on their backs and stomachs, with the goal to teach them to swim independently.</p>

<h3>Swim Lessons: Ages 3-5 Years</h3>

<p><strong>Pike:</strong> Children enter this level with little or no water experience.  The instructor helps the child to develop a sense of comfort and familiarity in the water. Children will learn kicks, arm movements and breath control/blowing bubbles in the Pike level class.</p>

<p><strong>Eel:</strong> Children enter this level with a sense of comfort in the water and the ability to swim 10 feet on their front and back.  The instructor helps the child develop a sense of independent movement in the water on their front, back and side. and introduces the child to the core swimming strokes, Freestyle and Backstroke.</p>

<p><strong>Ray:</strong> Children enter this level with the ability to swim 25 feet independently on their front and back.  The instructor introduces the child to the core swimming strokes, Freestyle with side breathing, Backstroke, Breaststroke and Sidestroke.</p>

<h3>Swim Lessons: Ages 6-14 Years</h3>

<p><strong>Polliwog:</strong> This course is an introduction to basic swimming skills.  Children enter this level with little or no water experience.  The instructor helps the child to develop a comfort in the water and the ability to swim 15 yards using movements without assistance.</p>

<p><strong>Guppy:</strong> This course is a continuation for developing basic swimming. Children enter this level with the ability to swim 15 yards on their front and back without assistance. The instructor introduces the child to the core swimming strokes, Freestyle with side breathing, Backstroke, Breaststroke and Sidestroke with an emphasis on technique and increased distance.</p>

<p><strong>Minnow:</strong> This course is an introduction to intermediate swimming skills.  Children enter this level with the ability to swim 25 yards independently on their front and back.  The instructor works with the child to develop strength in the Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, Elementary Backstroke and Sidestroke.</p>

<p><strong>Fish/Flying Fish/Shark:</strong> This course is an introduction to advanced swimming skills.  Children enter this level with the ability to swim Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, Sidestroke, Elementary Backstroke and Butterfly a distance of 50-100 yards.  Technique and endurance are encouraged in all strokes.</p>

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<h2>Junior Lifeguard Academy:</h2>

<p>Participants in our Junior Lifeguard Academy learn leadership and water safety skills that will help them in daily life as well as prepare them for becoming a Lifeguard in the future.</p>

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<li><strong>Ages:</strong> 10-15</li>
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<p>Participants must attend ALL program days. Please see the information flyer for current dates.</p>

<p><a href="../../../wp-content/uploads/2015/04/color-JRLG.pdf"><i class="fa fa-file-pdf-o"></i> Junior Lifeguard Information Flyer</a></p>

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<h2>Porpoise Prep Club (Limited Availability)</h2>

<p>TRY OUTS ARE SATURDAYS AT 1:15 P.M. (By Appointment Only)

Porpoise Prep Club is for children ages 6-14 that would prefer a training class over a swim lesson class. Children must be able to swim 100 yds. of Freestyle and Backstroke and 50 yards of Breaststroke and Butterfly. Each child interested in joining the Porpoise Prep Club must  try out with Coach Connor.</p>

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<li><strong>Ages:</strong> 6-14</li>
<li><strong>Days:</strong> Saturdays</li>
<li><strong>Times:</strong> 12:30PM to 1:20PM</li>
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