Group Lessons: Levels 1 - 10

The Clarence Learn-to-Swim offers year-round lessons for swimmers interested in learning the four competitive strokes (Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, and Butterfly). Lessons are open to children ages 4 years old and up. The Clarence Learn-to-Swim divides its lessons into 10 different levels, each focusing on a specific set of skills.

 

Level 1-7 lessons are scheduled for half-hour sessions at the Clarence Middle School Pool. Our instructor to student ratio is 1:4. We use the width of the pool (roughly 15 yards) for lessons. Strokes learned: Freestyle, Backstroke, intro to Breaststroke.
Classes are approx. $15 per class* paid upfront. Classes run Fall (Sept-Nov), Winter (Jan-March), Spring (April-June), Summer (July-Aug roughly 4-5 weeks). Each session runs roughly 7-9 weeks, depending on school a vailability and calendar time.
Level 8-10 lessons are scheduled for a full hour. Our instructor to student ratio is 1:7. Classes are run with the length of the pool (25 yeards) and include full lap swimming. Learning higher techniques for Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, Butterfly, diving, and flip turns.
Classes are approx. $17 per class* paid upfront. Classes run Fall (Sept-Nov), Winter (Jan-March), Spring (April-June), Summer (July-Aug roughly 4-5 weeks). Each session runs roughly 7-9 weeks, depending on school a vailability and calendar time.
Please see the class registration forms for information regarding pool location.
 
Here is our last session flyer, so you may see times/days/classes offered: WINTER 2023
 
Adaptive Swimming
Adaptive Learn-to-Swim is reserved for children with a classified disability or significant medical condition. These lessons are open to the public, no significant paperwork is required. Coach Becca may reach out for more information on your child.
 

Adaptive: Dolphins: Water Safety, Sensory & Recreation is for swimmers who are just becoming comfortable with the water. These children are NOT able to swim independently and require 1:1 adult support in the water.

  • Learning about safety in the water with the use of games, sensory, and play.
  • Swimmers will learn some stroke basics- bubbles, kicking, arms, and light swimming, depending on their ability. Each class is tailored to each child's needs.
  • Classes are held once each week for 30 mins.
  • The typical age of swimmers in the Adaptive Dolphins Class is between the ages of 4 - 13 years old.
  • Classes are approx. $16 per class* paid upfront. Classes run Fall (Sept-Nov), Winter (Jan-March), Spring (April-June), Summer (July-Aug roughly 4-5 weeks). Each session runs roughly 7-9 weeks, depending on school availability and calendar time.

 

Adaptive: Marlins Stroke Mechanics, is for swimmers who are able to float, tread water, and maintain balance in the water independently.

  • Working on freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke as an individual's ability allows.
  • Swimmers will use lanes, and will work from the shallow end of the pool to the deep end, as an individual is comfortable.
  • These swimmers may have an interest in competing in the Special Olympics Aquatic Division.
  • Classes are held up to twice each week for 30-45 minutes (as needed per swimmer).
  • The typical age of swimmers in the Adaptive Marlins Class is for ages 14 and up.
  • Classes are approx. $16 per class* paid upfront. Classes run Fall (Sept-Nov), Winter (Jan-March), Spring (April-June), Summer (July-Aug roughly 4-5 weeks). Each session runs roughly 7-9 weeks, depending on school availability and calendar time.

 

Adaptive: Competitive, is for swimmers who are looking to compete in higher competition.

  • Working on advancing all four strokes: freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly, diving off a block, and flip turns as an individual's ability allows.
  • Swimmers will use lanes, and will work from the shallow end of the pool to the deep end. Swimmers will be swimming full laps in a small group in each lane. Roughly 4:1 swimmers to coaches.
  • These swimmers may have an interest in competing in the Special Olympics Aquatic Division.
  • Classes are held up to twice each week for 45 minutes.
  • The typical age of swimmers in the Adaptive Marlins Class is for ages 10 and up.
  • Classes are approx. $16 per class* paid upfront. Classes run Fall (Sept-Nov), Winter (Jan-March), Spring (April-June), Summer (July-Aug roughly 4-5 weeks). Each session runs roughly 7-9 weeks, depending on school availability and calendar time.

 

Please see the class registration forms for information regarding pool location.

 

Parent & Child

Parent & Child Swim Program is for children between the ages of 2 – 4 years old. This class requires a parent to enter the water with their child and participate in each of the lesson's activities. The 30-minute class will introduce children to basic swimming skills and water safety through games, songs, and play. This lesson typically runs on Saturday mornings.

Classes are approx. $14 per class* paid upfront. Classes run Fall (Sept-Nov), Winter (Jan-March), Spring (April-June), Summer (July-Aug roughly 4-5 weeks). Each session runs roughly 7-9 weeks, depending on school availability and calendar time.

 

*Prices are subject to change per session. Please see current sign-up flyer (on homepage) for the most accurate pricing.