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Swim Basics - Youth
Stage 1 - Water Acclimation- January 25
Marion
1/5/26 - 2/10/26
VIEW
To be in level 1 kids must be comfortable in the water by themselves. (Just kids and teachers in the water) Parents can watch on the deck. This is the entry level swimming class and Focuses on going under water, kicking, and floats with support.
Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in swimming.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/12/25 @ 06:00 AM |
1/5/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 48.00 | $ 96.00 |
Stage 2 - Water Movement -January 26
Marion
1/5/26 - 2/12/26
VIEW
To be in level 2 you must go underwater independently (bob) and float on your back and front with your face in the water while the instructor provides support.
Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in swimming.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/12/25 @ 06:00 AM |
1/5/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 48.00 | $ 96.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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01/05/26 - 02/09/26
Mo - 6:15 pm - 7:00 pm
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2 / 6 Available |
Register Closes 01/03/2026 |
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01/06/26 - 02/10/26
Tu - 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
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- | Waiting List | |
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01/08/26 - 02/12/26
Th - 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm
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4 / 6 Available |
Register Closes 01/06/2026 |
Stage 3 - Water Stamina January 25
Marion
1/5/26 - 2/12/26
VIEW
To be in level 3 you need to be able to do the following by yourself: front float (with face in), back float, front and back glide 10 feet, and swim float swim 5 yards (Youth Level 3 is in the lap pool).
Students learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages in event of falling into a body of water. This stage also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/12/25 @ 06:00 AM |
1/5/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 48.00 | $ 96.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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01/05/26 - 02/09/26
Mo - 5:20 pm - 6:05 pm
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- | Waiting List | |
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01/06/26 - 02/10/26
Tu - 5:10 pm - 5:55 pm
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4 / 6 Available | Register | |
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01/06/26 - 02/10/26
Tu - 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm
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2 / 6 Available | Register | |
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01/07/26 - 02/11/26
We - 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm
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4 / 6 Available | Register | |
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01/08/26 - 02/12/26
Th - 5:10 pm - 5:55 pm
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2 / 6 Available | Register |