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SCHOOL AGE SWIM LESSONS

 School Age Swim Lessons are open to all children ages 6-12. Classes are progressive, 40 minutes in length and taught year round. Participants also practice exciting water-based activities they can enjoy for years to come.  View descriptions of our skill levels to find  the class best suited to your child's ability.  



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Barracuda Swim Lessons
This 2-week intensive swim lessons are 30-minutes per day for ages 6-12.
Offered at Atrium, East Butler County, Fairfield, Fitton

 

Polliwog I

This beginner level class focuses on water readiness. The child will also learn a modified paddle stroke, front and back crawl, and kicking. Upon completing the class, the child should be able to swim 25yds with an IFD and understand all personal safety skills. Participate 1 time per week.
Offered at Atrium, East Butler County, Fairfield, Fitton, Middletown, Hamilton Central

 

Polliwog II

This class expands on their swimming abilities from Polliwog I class. The child will focus on front and back crawl for 25yds without IFD. They will be introduced to rotary breathing, side stroke, and surface dives. Participate 1 time per week.
Offered at Atrium, East Butler County, Fairfield, Fitton, Middletown, Hamilton Central

Guppy

This is an intermediate level class which allows the swimmers to build endurance rhythmic breathing, stroke technique and confidence before moving to the advanced levels. Participate 1 time per week.
Offered at Atrium, East Butler County, Fairfield, Fitton, Middletown

 

Minnow

The class focus is polishing the strokes/techniques learned in guppy. Endurance building and aquatic safety will be incorporated throughout the class. This class will introduce the butterfly kick. Participate 1 time per week.
Offered at Atrium, East Butler County, Fairfield, Fitton, Middletown

 

Fish/Flyfish

The class focus is endurance building. The strokes covered heavily are as follows: front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke, and elementary backstroke. This class will introduce the swimmer to the butterfly stroke and flip turns. Participate 1 time per week.
Offered at Atrium, East Butler County, Fairfield, Fitton

 

Shark

The class focus is to instill correct technique and strengthen the swimmer's strokes. Endurance building is a must in order to complete the 500 yard swim at the end of the class. Aquatic safety and water rescues will also be covered. Participate 1 time per week.
Offered at East Butler County, Fitton

 

Sea Turtles (Adaptive Swim)

(Ages 6-17) Swimming for individuals with physical and/or mental disabilities. Class covers gross and fine motor skills, communication, stroke development, socialization, water safety and fitness. Limit 6 per class.
Offered at East Butler County, Fitton

 

Teen Swim

(Ages 13-17) Teen only swim lessons are available.
Offered at East Butler County, Fairfield

 

Private Swim Lessons

Private swim lessons are for children of all ages, at any ability level. Participants get a one on one lesson with a qualified instructor. Each participant works at their own pace.
Offered at Atrium, East Butler County, Fairfield, Fitton, Middletown, Hamilton Central




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