Stingrays Swim School Classes

 

What is it?

            The Stingray Swim School is for swimmers who are new to swimming and are looking to learn the fundamentals of the sport. This brand-new program will focus on introducing swimmers to the basics of swimming and emphasize technical instruction. Classes are 45 minutes and open to swimmers of ages 6 through 17.

 

When is it and How long are classes?

            Classes are held 2x/week on Tuesdays and Thursdays

            5:30 to 6:15pm

 

Class Dates

• Start Date: 9/15/2020
• End Date: 10/22/2020
• 6 Week Swim Class

 

I?m brand new to swimming, is this for me/my child?

            This class is meant for new swimmers learning the basics of swimming and is designed to begin preparing swimmers for the swim team environment. Every great athlete had to start at the beginning and learn the fundamentals. This 6-week swim class will cover the basics of the common strokes and basic skills swim team members use all the time. Technical instruction takes priority over conditioning; before swimmers can practice their swim skills they need to learn them first! The class is divided by age so swimmers will learn an age appropriate curriculum to prepare them for the full swim team.

 

Requirements (Age and Ability)

• Must be at least 6 years old (minimum)
• Swimmers must be 17 years old or younger
• No Try Outs. All Swimmers must be water safe and fully independent. Swimmers must be able to demonstrate the ability to tread water for a minimum of 2 minutes (no grabbing onto a wall or lane line) to qualify for this 6-week class. Swimmers who are unable to pass this test will not be allowed to participate in the class. Swim coaches will be on the pool deck instructing practices.

 

How much does it cost?

• $99 Class Fee
• $20 USA Swimming Flex Membership
• $119 Total Cost
• USA Outreach Program
  • USA membership fee can be reduced with proof of family enrollment in Food Stamps, Free/Reduced School Lunch or AHCCCS thru USA Swimming's outreach program.  Must be provided at time of registration.

 

I want to get started, what do I do next?

• Go to sahuaritastingrays.com (or click here) and scroll down the home page until you find Swim Class Registration, click on the link to get started.
  • You will receive a confirmation email when your registration has been successfully submitted. If you do not get an email, your registration had an error in it and the registration did not go through.
  • If you do not receive an email within 1 business day, please email registration@sahuaritastingrays.com and we will do our best to assist you.
• You will also need to submit a scanned copy of your child's Birth Certificate and signed waiver to registration@sahuaritastingrays.com
• In order to participate in the first class, starting September 15^th, the above steps must be completed by September 11^th. Swimmers will only be admitted to practice if registration is completed and processed.

 

Practice Procedures During COVID-19

• Mask Policy - Swimmers are required to wear masks upon entering the facility until instructed to enter the pool as well as putting their mask on when getting ready to leave the facility.
• Closed Deck Policy  Only Swimmers and coaches are allowed to enter the facility at this time.
• Drop-Off/Pick-Up  Please be on time! Swimmers who are more than 5 minutes late may be turned away from practice. We ask parents to be in the parking lot 5 minutes before practice starts and ends. Swimmers need to be let into the pool by a coach and have their temperature checked before joining practice. If swimmers are late, this takes a coach away from the pool and the rest of the swimmers.
• Swimmers will have their temperature taken prior to entering the facility.
• Please come to class ready to swim with suits on.
• Locker rooms are closed for changing.
• Bathroom use is limited to EMERGENCIES only. We ask that you remind your swimmers to use the restrooms prior to coming to practice and to plan to change and shower at home.
• No refunds are issued for missed classes, bad weather, facility issues, etc.

 

What to Bring?

• Swimmers are encouraged to wear appropriate swim suits to practice. Swim shirts, shorts, and 2-piece bathing suits are discouraged as the extra baggage/drag in the water impedes swimmers and make learning skills more difficult. Boys are recommended to wear a jammer style swim suit; girls are encouraged to wear a single piece swim suit. Suits may be purchased at swimoutlet.com.
• Please bring a towel and a pair of goggles to each practice in addition to their swim suits.
• Swimmers with long hair are encouraged to wear swim caps to keep their hair out of their faces while swimming. Stingray swim caps are available for purchase for $10 billed to your account (pool pick-up).
• Water Bottle: Proper hydration is important for athlete health, safety, and performance. We recommend a water bottle that will keep fluids cool (Hydroflask or similar is encouraged). Water is the preferred drink of choice to keep swimmers hydrated and they should be encouraged to sip water regularly and throughout the class.