PRESCHOOL: CHILDREN AGES 3-5 YEARS

Designed for preschool and elementary school children, a foundation of water safety and drowning prevention is made by teaching water adjustment and skill readiness.

Class Ratio: 1:6

Swim Basics Stage 1 – Water Acclimation:

The water acclimation class introduces swimmers to the pool and helps them develop safe water habits in a fun and encouraging environment. In water acclimation children develop comfort with underwater exploration, and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water. This stage builds the foundation for the child’s future progress in swimming.

Swim Basics Stage 2 – Water Movement:

At this stage, children are taught skills that focus on body position & control, forward movement and directional change. The stage also reinforces how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.

Swim Basics Stage 3 – Water Stamina:

At this stage, children focus on swimming longer distances, and are introduced to rotary breathing and integrated arm and leg action. In the event of falling into a body of water, children learn how to swim, move to safety and exit.

Swim Strokes Stage 4 – Stroke Introduction:

At this stage, swimmers focus developing basic swimming strokes and personal water safety. The goals of the program include:

• To develop the front crawl and backcrawl strokes

• To introduce components of the breaststroke and butterfly strokes

• To practice safety techniques in deep water