LEARN TO SWIM

  STROKE IMPROVEMENT &
  DEVELOPMENT

  ADULT SWIM

  PRIVATE LESSON

  RED CROSS

  LIFE SAVING SOCIETY PROGRAMS

Learn To Swim (Level 1-8 Ages 4-16) [top] The learn to swim program teaches aquatic and safety skills in a logical progression. The objective is to teach people to swim and to be safe in, on and around the water. Swimmers will have exposure to swim strokes, and focus on improving strokes and building endurance. The program is taught by an experienced swim coach and swimmers are categorized based on skill proficiency. Level 1-3 (Ratio 1:4 max.) Swimmers will start to learn basic water exploration and swimming skills. This program covers submersion under the water, floating and gliding on front and back, rhythmic breathing, safety and survival skills, front crawl movement and flutter board kicking. Level 4-6 (Ratio 1:6 max.) This class is designed to build upon the skills learned at the beginner level. The back crawl will be introduced and the front & back crawls will be perfected. Students will learn whip kick, front scull, dolphin movement as well as breaststroke arm motion with proper timing. Safety & survival skills will be expanded. Level 7-8 (Ratio 1:7 max.) This program pushes swimming skills to the next level, where swimmers will coordinate and refine key swim strokes. Correct freestyle swim technique and drills for improvement will be taught and focus will be on turns, dives and treading water.

 

Stroke Improvement And Development [top] Level 1-4 In this program the emphasis is on proper development of the 4 competitive strokes (free; back; breast and fly) by means of various stroke drills/skills/games that create an enjoyable atmosphere for both instruction and learning. Also taught will be proper starts and turns for each of the 4 competitive strokes, streamlining off the walls during push-offs and various dolphin drills.

 

Adult Swim Ages 16 & up Ratio 1:4 [top] Lessons are for the beginner who needs to overcome fear of water or for the adult who needs some swim stroke work. The goal is to improve their current level of fitness and to incorporate past experiences to support lifelong fitness through swimming.

 

Private Lesson Ages 3 & up Ratio 1:2 max. [top] This program offers one on one or semi-private (maximum 2 swimmers) teaching with a lesson format. Lessons are tailored to each individual where strengths and areas of improvement are identified.

 

Red Cross Level 1-10 Ages 6 & up Ratio 1:4 max. [top] Similar to community programs, placement in this program depends on age, skill level, previous swimming experience and readiness. This 10-level program for children age 6 years and up introduces swimmers to water and stroke techniques. Progression is based on skill evaluation by qualified instructors.

 

Lifesaving Society Programs [top] Bronze Medallion The Lifesaving Society's Bronze Medallion Award teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles applied in water rescue education – judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness. Rescuers learn tows and carries, and defense and release methods in preparation for rescues of conscious and unconscious victims. Lifesavers develop stroke efficiency and endurance in a timed swim. Swimmers must be a minimum 13 years of age. Bronze Cross Upon completion of Bronze Medallion, the Bronze Cross is designed for lifesavers that want the challenge of more advanced training, including an introduction to safe supervision in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross is prerequisite for all advanced training programs including National Lifeguard and Instructor certification National Lifeguarding Service National Lifeguard is a legal certificate for lifeguarding throughout the country, and the only lifeguard certificate recognized by the province of Ontario. National Lifeguard Service (NLS) certification is available in four options: Pool, Waterpark, Waterfront and Surf. Candidates must hold Bronze Cross and be a minimum 16 years of age.