SWIM LESSONS- Register online by Location Our program
features six levels of American Red Cross Learn-To-Swim instruction to help
swimmers of all ages and abilities develop their swimming and water safety
skills. It is designed to provide students a positive learning
experience in a logical progression, with a primary objective of teaching
students to be safe in, and around the water. Each Safe Swim Instructor is certified by the American Red Cross in Water Safety
Instruction, Lifeguard Training with First-Aid, and CPR for the Professional
Rescuer.
American Red Cross Swim Program
Program Levels Level 1: Introduction to
Water Skills Level 3: Stroke Development Level 4: Stroke Improvement Level 5: Stroke Refinement Level 6: Swimming &
Skill Proficiency
Level 2: Fundamental
Aquatic Skills
AQUA TOTS
Developed for
children 6 months to 3 years of age, American Red Cross Parent and Child Aquatics builds swimming
readiness by emphasizing fun in the water. Parents and children participate in
several guided practice sessions that help children learn elementary skills,
including water entry, bubble blowing, front kicking, back floating, underwater
exploration and more. Once children can perform basic skills without parental
assistance, they may begin Learn-to-Swim program.Home Lessons - Register Online
The American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim program comes to you! Private swim lessons at your pool (limited Orange County areas only). We offer 30, 45 and 60 minute home lessons. Home lessons may be scheduled by calling Safe Swim at 949-836-6714. Fees vary depending on the length of the booking and the number of lessons purchased - please see Home Lesson Registration for complete details.
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How do I register for
swim lessons? Register Online
If you are having problems linking to online registration please copy and paste the following link into your web browser :
http://safeswim.cmiregistration.com/ProgramHome.aspx
What are the session
dates for swim lessons?
Private & SemiPrivate lessons are schedule by appointment only by calling 949-836-6714. Group lesson dates and session are availble through online registration.
How long are the swim
lessons?
Unless otherwise noted, each
lesson is 20 -30 minutes. Home Lessons are 30, 45 or 60
minutes.
Are there swim
lessons for adults?
Yes, we teach all ages and
levels.
What type of swim lessons are
best?
Each student is
different but we recommend for safety; private lessons for all ages, semi private lessons
for ages 3 & up and group lessons for ages 4 & up. Aqua Tots
lessons are great for infants and toddlers just beginning water
exploration.
What experience do the
instructors have?
All instructors are
trained and certified by the American Red Cross, with many years of teaching and
swimming experience. Instructors do not substitute for each other, once you are
assigned an instructor they will be working with the student at every
lesson.
Is my child ready for
the Learn to Swim program?
Every student
is different, some are ready at age 2, others may not be ready until age 3 or 4.
This is determined by the parent.
How long will it take my child to learn
to swim? Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills Designed
for the non-swimmer who wishes to develop swimming readiness.
Skills taught: Balance, breath control, supported floating, alternating arm
action, proper body positioning, underwater comfort, kicking on front/back.
Our goal is to make every student a better swimmer, at their
own pace and comfort level. We do not teach "SINK
or SWIM" or teach any method that may make a student fearful of the water.
Swim Lesson Level
Descriptions
Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills Designed
for the beginner who is comfortable in the water and ready to
swim. Skills taught: Breath control, floating front/back, combined stroke
on front, supported stroke on back, proper body positioning, supported gliding,
retrieving submerged objects.
Level 3: Stroke Development Designed
for those who have completed Level 2 (or equivalent), and swimming on
their own. Skills taught: Side breathing, changing directions,
refine front and back crawl, intro to butterfly, breaststroke, treading water,
sitting and kneeling dives.
Level 4: Stroke Improvement Designed
for those who have completed Level 3 (or equivalent) and is ready to refine
strokes and development stamina. Skills taught: Alternate breathing, open
turns, scissor kick, treading water, butterfly, refined breaststroke, standing
dive.
Level 5: Stroke Refinement Designed
for those who can demonstrate the four main strokes (freestyle, backstroke,
breaststroke and butterfly) and can swim 25 yards continuously. Skills
taught: Endurance, starts & finishes, sidestroke, competitive stroke
refinement, front flip turns, advanced diving.
Level 6: Swimming & Skill Proficiency Designed
for those who completed Level 5 (or equivalent) and would like to continue to
strengthen their skills for fitness or competitive swimming.