LevelDescriptions
One of the hardest parts of signing up for swimming lessons is knowing what level is best for your child. For example, completion of one session in a level 2 doesn't always mean your child is ready for level 3. Many of our students take each level multiple times, fine tuning and honing their skills before they move up to the next level. This way we can be sure that they have the foundational skills they need before we add new strokes. If you aren't sure which class is best for your kiddo, we've come up with some quick descriptions to help you make the best choice.
After reading these descriptions, if you still aren't sure, please don't hesitate to contact us and we can help you determine what level would be best. kaitlin.kessie@gmail.com
LEVEL ONE
Your child is ready for Level 1 if they....
- Are at least 3 years old
- Are at least 3 feet tall (exceptions can be made on an individual basis)
- Are ready to explore the water, but not quiet ready to put their head all of the way under the water
- May still be a little nervous in the water
In level 1 we help little ones acclimate to the water, teaching them how to hold their breath, put their face/head in the water and float.
LEVEL TWO
Your child is ready for Level 2 if they....
- Will comfortably put their whole head in the water
- Are at least 3 feet tall (preferably a little taller, since they will be standing in the pool)
- Are ready to start learning to float
In level 2 we teach three different floats (front, back and jelly fish) and the beginning breaststroke and back crawl actions.
LEVEL THREE
Your child is ready for Level 3 if they....
- Can float proficiently on their front and back
- Can comfortably move in the water with their face submerged and feet off the bottom
- Are ready to start learning to swim in the deep end (assisted by the instructors)
In level 3 we teach three different strokes; the front crawl, back crawl and elementary backstroke. We also begin learning to swim in the deep end, and when time permits, we begin jumping off of the diving board.
LEVEL FOUR
Your child is ready for Level 4 if they....
- Can do the front crawl- Can do the backstroke and elementary backstroke
- Can swim comfortably in the deep end
In level 4 we refine the front crawl (and add breathing to the side), back crawl and elementary backstroke. We also begin to learn diving and treading water.
LEVEL FIVE
Your child is ready for Level 5 if they....
- Can do the front crawl with breathing to the side
- Can do the backstroke and elementary backstroke
- Can tread water
In level 5 we perfect the front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke, and treading water. We also learn the breaststroke and continue learning basic dives.
Please note: there is no difference between a and b classes. Level 3a and 3b go over the same curriculum, the only difference is the time, as with level 2a and 2b.
2010 - present
2010 - present