Aquatics:

YOUTH SWIM LESSONS
Swim Lesson Registration March 2010

Aquatics Program Information Sheet & Pool Rules

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AGES 6-36 MONTHS
Parent–Tot Swim Lessons
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.

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AGES 3-5 YEARS OLD
Pike
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.

Eel
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.

Ray
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 swimmng strokes, front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and sidestroke.

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AGES 6-14 YEARS OLD
Polliwog
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.

Guppy
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 swimmng strokes, front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and sidestroke with an emphasis on technique and increased distance.

Minnow
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 front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke, elementary backstroke and sidestroke.

Flying Fish/Shark
This course is an introduction to advanced swimming skills. Children enter this level with the ability to swim front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke, elementary backstroke and butterfly a distance of 50-100 yards. Technique and endurance are encouraged in all strokes.

Please read the attached Aquatics Program Information Sheet

Porpoise Swim Club
Please read the attached Porpoise Club Information Sheet

This is a non-competitive swim club for children ages 6-14 that have passed the YMCA Shark swim level or a 200 yard swim test given by the Porpoise Club coach. The Porpoise Club will focus on building the swimmers endurance and improving their stroke technique, while emphasizing teamwork. Try outs are by appointment only with Coach Robynn. Practice is Monday-Thursday 6:00-6:50 p.m.

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ADULT AQUATIC PROGRAMS
Adult swim lessons are available for all levels of swimming ability. See the attached flyer for additional information.

Lap swimming and Aqua walking are available to our facility members. Please check our POOL SCHEDULE for times.

AquaFit Water Exercise Classes
(No swimming experience necessary.)

Add water to your workout with this aquatic-based class suitable for adults of all ages and fitness levels. AquaFit is a great way to improve aerobic fitness, develop strength and flexibility with minimal jarring or impact, making it easier on muscles and joints.
Monday-Saturdays 9:00-10:00 a.m. & Monday-Thursday 6:00-7:00 p.m.
AQUAFIT SCHEDULE

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Financial Assistance:
Financial Assistance is available to assist families who qualify in managing the cost of program fees. Applications can be obtained from all West End YMCA branches.