Stroke Technique Class

For those interested in learning more advanced swim skills and improving conditioning level.  Students will prepare or be prepared to join Jr. Lifeguards, Swim teams, water polo teams, surf teams, or keep enrolling for conditioning and socializing.  Tryouts may be necessary to place the swimmer in the appropriate group or swim lesson if need be. (Prerequisite: Students must be able to swim across the pool unassisted with stroke knowledge. Smaller groups are recommended for those with those needing more hands on practice. (See swim lesson page for smaller groups and swim level info.)

 

Beginner Technique/Conditioning

(Age 5-15 Years) Must be able to swim comfortably in the deep end, have basic lifesaving skills and demonstrate basic strokes skills.

Students will learn proper stroke technique in Freestyle, Backstroke and Breaststroke include proper breathing techniques. Students will also learn to dive and treading water. Conditioning is included during stroke drills but emphasis is placed on technique.

Intermediate Technique/Conditioning

(Age 9-15 Years) Must be able to swim 2 strokes proficiently and at least 100 yards without stopping.

Students will practice proper stroke technique for 4 competitive swim strokes including Butterfly. Students will practice competitive diving and learn efficient treading water skills. Conditioning is more advanced and students will prepare for the Jr. Lifeguard test. (100yds Free, 5 minute tread and underwater swim) Student will be introduced to turns and finishes. Students will occasionally have the opportunity for fun races. Ocean safety skills will be taught and Ocean swims simulated

Advanced Technique/Conditioning

(Age 9-15 Years) Must be proficient and 4 competitive swim strokes and be well conditioned

Students will practice stroke refinement in 4 competitive swim strokes. More rigorous conditioning and speed work.  Students will practice competitive Starts turns and finishes. Students will be tested for the Jr. Lifeguard test with 100 yd. swim, treading water for 5 minute and underwater swims. Students will occasionally have the opportunity for fun races. Ocean safety skills will be taught and Ocean swims simulated.

2023 Session Schedule All sessions are 4 weeks long Feb 13 - March 10 March 13 - April 7 April 10 - May 5 May 8 - June 2 June 5 - 30 July 3 - 28 July 31 - Aug 25 Aug 28 - Sept 22 Sept 25 - Oct 20 Oct 23 - Nov 17 Nov 20 - Dec 15 If the session falls on a holiday please check with your instructor for the holiday schedule.   Pricing Group Classes 3-8 students $190 3 students 25 mins 4-5 students 30 mins 6-8 students 40 mins   If your child cannot swim comfortably in the deep end, then we offer semi private or small group swim lessons of 2-3 student classes that prepare them for these advanced classes

Sessions are 4 weeks long, 2 times a week, M/W or T/TH 8 total classes When classes do not fill, we may combine levels.   Holidays Please check with your instructor if class will be held on holidays. You can arrange with the instructor to have class on holidays or reschedule to a different time. Weather Check your email one hour before you arrive to see if your class is canceled due to inclement weather. Classes canceled for lightning, torrential rain and high winds. Classes available from 10:00am-6:40pm per instructor availability (Seasonal times vary)

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