Group Swim Lessons Level Descriptions: Level 1 – Aquatic Foundations Designed for participants who have very little or no swimming experience and may be fearful or uncomfortable in water of any depth, this level helps beginning swimmers gain confidence, develop self-reliance, and generally feel comfortable in the water while learning the foundational skills of water safety.
In this class you will learn to:
- Safely enter and exit the pool
- Submerge, exhale, and open eyes underwater
- Exercise basic breath control
- Float on front and back
- Roll from front to back and back to front
- Recover from horizontal to vertical position
- Flutter kick
- Basic personal safety skills
- Swim training equipment
Level 2 – Fundamental Aquatic Skills Designed for participants who feel comfortable in the water and are able to float independently on their backs and on their fronts with their face in the water, this level will continue to focus on being comfortable in the water while developing stroke movement and breathing techniques.
Prerequisites:
- Comfortable submerging head under water
- Float for 20 seconds on front and back without assistance
- Push off from glide with a streamline position and kick at least 15 yards
Level 3 – Stroke Improvement Designed for participants who are able to swim at least half the length of the lap pool by using one recognizable stroke and able to flutter kick for 25 yards, this level will focus on building proficiency in front and back crawl and introduce more advanced strokes and skills.
Prerequisites:
- Push off the wall and glide in a streamline position on your front and back
- Swim 15 yards of front crawl
- Swim 15 yards of back crawl
- Swim 15 yards of elementary backstroke
- Perform a feet first entry into deep water and tread for 30 seconds
Level 4 – Stroke Enhancement and Refinement This level is designed to teach participants to comfortably swim distances greater than 25 yards using more than one recognizable stroke.
Prerequisites:
- Swim 50 yards of front crawl with an open turn
- Swim 50 yards of back crawl with an open turn
- Swim 25 yards of elementary backstroke
- Swim 25 yards of side stroke
- Swim at least 15 yards of breaststroke
- Tread water for 2 minutes
- Perform a head first entry into deep water
Total Technique Swim Training (TTST) Already know how to swim? This program provides technique and drill work for the established swimmer that is looking to fine tune their swim strokes. Participants will learn lap swim etiquette, how to read a pace clock while participating in structured workouts featuring training techniques to build endurance and efficiency.
Prerequisites:
- Swim 50 yards of front crawl continuously with rhythmic breathing and an open turn
- Swim 50 yards of back crawl continuously with an open turn
- Swim 50 yards of breaststroke continuously with an open turn
- Tread water for 2 minutes
Class Components:
- Improve stroke technique through drills
- Increase swimming endurance
- Become competent in flip turns
- Understanding how to read and write a swim workout
Sessions consist of four to eight participants and cost:
Student: $65
Faculty/Staff: $75
Public: $78
Note: If a given session has less than four participants, it will be cancelled and you will receive a full refund. No other refunds will be issued unless you have a doctor's note.
Total Technique Swim Training
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Reg. Deadline |
Day |
Time |
Pool |
Type of Lesson |
Program Dates |
Jan. 21 |
M/W |
6:00 - 6:45 PM |
Royer Pool |
Student/Adult |
Jan. 27 - Mar. 5 |
Jan. 21 |
T/R |
6:00 - 6:45 PM |
Royer Pool |
Student/Adult |
Jan. 28 - Mar. 6 |
Mar. 4 |
M/W |
6:00 - 6:45 PM |
Royer Pool |
Student/Adult |
Mar. 9 - Apr. 22* |
Mar. 4 |
T/R |
6:00 - 6:45 PM |
Royer Pool |
Student/Adult |
Mar. 10 - Apr. 12* |
*Total Technique Swim Training does not meet 3/16 - 3/19 due to Spring Break.
SwimFIT Tired of doing the same old thing in the pool? Need a more demanding swim routine? SwimFIT is designed for those interested in swimming longer distances in a group setting through challenging instructor-led workouts focused on fitness. Sessions will include some drill and technique work with emphasis on endurance and strength-building exercises.
Session cost: Student: $26
Faculty/Staff: $28 Public: $31
Prerequisites:
- Swim 100 yards of freestyle continuously with rhythmic breathing and an open turn
- Swim 100 yards of back crawl continuously with an open turn
- Swim 100 yards of breaststroke continuously with an open turn
Class Components:
- Gain strength as a swimmer
- Participate in a challenging group workout led by an instructor
- A variety of workout types ranging from distance to sprints with multiple strokes
swimFIT Fall 2014 Schedule
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Reg. Deadline |
Day |
Time |
Pool |
Type of Lesson |
Program Dates |
Jan. 21 |
M-R |
5:30 - 6:15PM |
CBAC |
Student/Adult |
Jan. 26 - Mar. 5 |
Mar. 4 |
M-R |
5:30 - 6:15PM |
CBAC |
Student/Adult |
Mar. 9 - Apr. 23* |
*SwimFIT will not meet 3/16 - 3/10 due to Spring Break.
Private lessons are 45 minutes and focus on your specific swim goals while progressing at your own rate. You can start with one or two lessons or purchase a multiple-lesson package at rates listed below. Discounts are available on multiple lesson packages: 6 lesson packages receive a 5% discount, 8 lesson packages receive a 10% discount and 10 lesson packages receive a 13% discount.
Private lessons can be scheduled during the following times and locations:
SRSC Counsilman/Billingsley Aquatic Center Monday - Thursday: 11 AM-1:30 PM, 6:30 PM-10 PM
Friday: 11 AM-1:30 PM, 5:30 PM-8 PM
Saturday: 12 PM-2 PM, 5:30 PM-8 PM
Sunday: 12 PM-2 PM, 5:30 PM-10 PM
WIC Royer Pool (Due to the closure of Royer Dive Well, Royer Lap Pool has limited availability for Private Lessons)
Monday - Friday: 6-7:30 AM
Saturday/Sunday: 2:30-5 PM
Cost per private lesson (45 minute lesson):
Student: $24
Faculty/Staff: $27
Public: $29
SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS
Can't fit group sessions in your schedule? Learn to swim with friends! We offer special discounts on semi-private swimming lessons. Discounts are available on multiple lesson packages: 6 lesson packages receive a 5% discount, 8 lesson packages receive a 10% discount and 10 lesson packages receive a 13% discount. Call 812.855.1321 for more information.
Cost per semi-private lesson (45 minute lesson, 2-3 participants of same ability level):
Student: $16/person
Faculty/Staff: $18/person
Public: $20/person
AQUAPAK (10% off) AquaPak is a complete package for those interested in a blend of gym workouts and basic swim instruction or enhancement of advanced swim stroke and water fitness. This package includes three personal training sessions lasting 1 hour each and three 45 minute private swim lessons.
Student: $167
Faculty/Staff: $189
Public: $200
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