Club Swim
This program is for advanced students on Levels 6 and higher. It is a continuing program that focuses on swim team preparation or long term swim fitness. It includes stroke development for 5 strokes, starts, flip turns, endurance, conditioning and sportsmanship. Most kids complete the class on level 8 or 9. It is one hour long for ages 7+ and 30 minutes long for ages 4-6. This class is ideal for kids who are swim team bound or considering it, and those who wish to swim year round without competition. All swimmers must be evaluated before enrolling in this class.

GROUP VS. PRIVATE - WHICH SHOULD I CHOOSE

A La Carte Lessons
These are lessons purchased individually without the commitment of purchasing a package. When a slot becomes available, the slot is filled by sending an email out to the entire client list. Reservation is first come/first serve by email. A La Carte’s are great for refreshers, getting extra lessons, or working on a particular goal. These lessons are open to all clients.

Consultations/Evaluations
We offer evaluations and swim consultations for those seeking lessons without a scheduling commitment or who just want feedback or pointers once in a while.

GROUP VS. PRIVATE - WHICH SHOULD I CHOOSE

Cost is always a factor when choosing a swim program and in most cases private sessions are a better value because the participant spends more productive time in the water.

Example: A typical group session costs about $50-$70 for sessions that are 40-45 minutes long, with one instructor for 6 or more participants. Assuming they are taking turns, and not practicing as a group the entire lesson, the instructor can only spend about 7-10 minutes total on each participant per lesson. Often, those who are really behind, or far ahead, spend more time sitting on the edge of the pool. In those cases, the added upfront cost of a few private lessons is a better value and yields faster results.

• Towel
• Swim attire (no t-shirts or street clothes permitted)
• Swim cap
• Dry clothes
• Young children are welcome to bring a favorite bath toy or comfort item
• Infants and toddlers will need a swim diaper with plastic training pants

Please do NOT bring:

• Goggles, masks or nose plugs*
• Flotation devices including vests, water wings, or rings
• Water shoes (may be worn on the deck but must be removed in the pool)

*Exceptions may be made for goggles after the first lesson – check with coach. Goggles are permitted and encouraged after a participant demonstrates the ability to swim with eyes open under water.

Water babies: children ages 6 months-3 years [^top]
Potty Training
Children this age often need a swim diaper. The disposable ones work great. Bring a spare – accidents happen! Encourage them to use the restroom before every lesson and wipe bottoms clean after diaper changes to avoid the spread of chlorine resistant germs in the pool.

In addition to a disposable swim diaper, infants and toddlers under age 3 are required to wear plastic training pants over the diaper to prevent leaks. Waterproof training pants are available at Wal-Mart, Target, and Babies R Us.

Separation Anxiety
If your child is under the age of 3, it is likely that your little fish will fuss for the first few lessons. Children between the ages of 9 months and 3 years often suffer from separation anxiety when in the care of another adult.  Expect that the infants and toddlers will fuss for the first few lessons. It takes time for us to get to know each other and build trust.

Food and Drink
2 hours spoon to pool!
Please no food or drink within 2 hours of the lesson while they are learning to hold their breath. During the first few lessons, they may swallow water and on a full belly, it can lead to vomit. About 30 minutes after lesson they can eat/drink as usual.

A Lycra cap is made of the same fabric as many swim suits. While it will not keep your hair dry, it will keep the hair away from your face and will not pull your hair. Since it is so soft it feels more comfortable if you are not used to wearing a cap.

A Latex cap is least expensive, gets a tighter seal and almost never leaks when worn properly.  However, it tears easily, sticks together when dry and is least comfortable to wear (not ideal for toddlers). It is very tight and pulls at the hair. It is thin and holds less heat.

We recommend a Silicone cap. It still keeps hair mostly dry but leaks around the hair line. It is more comfortable, easier to pull on/off and does not pull at hair like a latex cap does. It also reduces drag better than a latex cap. The silicone caps below are examples of those available at Rick’s Dive and Travel Center and at Splash Wear Aquatics.

HYPOTHERMIA [^top]
Even though the pool is heated to 86 degrees, children can still become hypothermic (low body temp) when in the water for over 10 minutes. We closely monitor the signs of hypothermia and will release the child from lesson early if they are too cold. If your child seems cold natured, a swim shirt, often referred to as a rash guard shirt, if often helpful to keep them warm. The shirts also usually come with UV protection, great for outdoor swimming!

Administration Fee
$25.00 (once per season), Max of $50 per family

All clients are charged an administration fee for each season they are actively swimming. There are 3 seasons in the year: Spring, Summer and Fall. This seasonal fee covers administrative and supply costs. It is charged only once per season regardless of how many classes or lessons are purchased and there is a maximum of $50 per family per term.

SPRING / FALL (5 week terms)

SUMMER (4 week terms)

Year-Round

SERVICE	DURATION	COST
A La Carte	30 min	$25.00
Consult, w/o Pkg.	30 min	$35.00

All lessons are non-refundable.   All fees must be paid in advance and submitted with registration and release forms.

*A La Carte Lessons
These are lessons purchased individually without the commitment of purchasing a package. When a slot becomes available, the slot is filled by sending an email out to the entire client list. Reservation is first come/first serve by email. A La Carte’s are great for refreshers, getting extra lessons, or working on a particular goal. These lessons are open to all clients and can be used as evaluations for new clients as well.

**Consultations/Evaluations
We offer evaluations and swim consultations for those seeking lessons without a scheduling commitment or who just want feedback or pointers once in a while.