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Sea Turtles is an introductory class for children ages 6 and up. Sea Turtles teaches your child water safety, introductory swimming skills, and limited independence in shallow water. Students may be recommended to repeat this level multiple times until ALL exit skills can be completed independently.
Focus: Elementary water skills, developing independence in shallow water, developing gross motor skills, increasing child's comfort in water, rhythmic breathing, and laying a foundation of strokes on the front and back for future levels.
Exit Skills: (Note: All skills must be performed independently in order to move up to the next level):
- Perform 5 bobs
- Retrieve submerged object in 3 ft of water
- Get into a front float independently, hold for 5 seconds, then recover to standing position
- Get into a back float independently, hold for 5 seconds, then recover to standing position
- Roll from a front flat to a back float, then from a back float to a front float.
- Push off the wall and kick in missile position on front for 5 yards
- Push off wall and kick in missile on back for 5 yards
- Push off wall and perform front arm stroke and kick for 5 yards
- Elementary backstroke
Limit of one class per person per session. If you sign up for a class that is too advanced, your child may not be able to participate in that class for their own safety.
***If unsure of level, please call our pools to seek guidance with a Senior Lifeguard regarding appropriate swim level. Incorrect level registration will result in no or partial refund.
Bring your own towels and swimsuit. Goggles are recommended but not required. We do not allow floatation devices for children.
If a registered participant cancels or does not continue in a program, NO REFUND, NO CREDITS, NO TRANSFERS will be given. Failure to abide by rules may result in suspension from program with no refund of fees paid. Enrollment in incorrect class will result in a $15 transaction fee.
Age Category
Youth
Location
1 E. Richmond Ave
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