Classes
In the 1960’s a family of professional marathon swimmers, the Park family, recognized a gap in the delivery of swimming lessons specifically in relation to young children. Traditional lessons offered a play program for children under the age of 6 years without teaching young children basic survival skills in the water. As parents themselves, the Park’s recognized that physical barriers to water and adult supervision are not always enough to keep children safe. Fear of drowning was a reality given they were all travelling with young families to open water swimming venues around the world.
These classes are meant for swimmers 4 to 7 years of age that can comfortably swim the width of the pool unassisted.
These swimmers will be focusing on gaining the confidence and strength to swim the length of the pool on their front and on their back without assistance. Emphasis will be placed on rhythmic breathing and the introduction to proper swimming techniques – including body position, leg and arm movements.
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Attendees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 18 Sep 2024 | 16:30 | 17:00 | 0 / 4 |
| Fri 20 Sep 2024 | 18:30 | 19:00 | 0 / 4 |
| Fri 20 Sep 2024 | 16:30 | 17:00 | 0 / 4 |
| Sun 22 Sep 2024 | 17:30 | 18:00 | 0 / 4 |
| Sun 22 Sep 2024 | 15:30 | 16:00 | 0 / 4 |
| Sun 22 Sep 2024 | 14:30 | 15:00 | 0 / 4 |
| Sun 22 Sep 2024 | 12:00 | 12:30 | 0 / 4 |
| Sun 22 Sep 2024 | 11:00 | 11:30 | 0 / 4 |
| Sun 22 Sep 2024 | 09:30 | 10:00 | 0 / 4 |
| Mon 23 Sep 2024 | 16:30 | 17:00 | 0 / 4 |
| Wed 30 Oct 2024 | 16:30 | 17:00 | 0 / 4 |
| Fri 01 Nov 2024 | 16:30 | 17:00 | 0 / 4 |
| Mon 11 Nov 2024 | 16:30 | 17:00 | 0 / 4 |
I personally have been teaching swimming for over 45 years. In 2018 I retired from law enforcement after 30 years of service to devote my time to swimming. I have modified my methods and techniques to create my own individualized style of teaching. My passion for teaching is exhibited daily during each swim lesson and in the pride I take in providing young children with the tools to save themselves should they find themselves in the water alone. Swimming is an essential life skill. It is a fundamental activity in our Canadian summers and part of a healthy active lifestyle. I strongly believe that every child should learn to swim.
Classes are limited to a maximum of 4 children per class. Children are registered in sets of 6 classes. The classes are 30 minutes long.
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