We love water and believe every child should learn to swim, foremost as a matter of safety, but also to open up a range of recreation and wellness activities. We provide small group lessons of all levels to kids ages 4-18 years, with a program designed to address all areas of interest.
Our Philosophy
We take a holistic approach, balancing specific skills instruction with passive learning activities. We strive for an imaginative and fun learning environment and believe it is essential to build a foundation of comfort in the water and ease of movement. We group students based on developmental and chronological age, in order to create a supportive and productive environment.
Small Group Lessons
We believe that a small group lesson format offers the best learning environment by combining individual attention with group interaction. We look at two main areas of development for group placement: motor skill (swimming skill) and chronological (age and maturity.) Motor skill development is our main criteria. Chronological development is important so that we group kids with their peers as much as possible.
Class Offerings and Sizes*:
- Beginner I - 4 students
- Beginner II - 6 students
- Intermediate - 8 students
- Advanced - 10 students
*minimum of Three (3) Students for each class
Class Dates and Times:
(Classes held Monday-Thursday, Friday will be a makeup day, as needed.)
- Week 1: June 6-9
- Week 2: June 13-16
- Week 3: June 20-23
- Week 4: June 27-30
- Week 5: July 11-14
- Week 6: July 18-21
Additional Weeks by demand
Registration and Fees:
One time registration fee - $15
Weekly Cost - $45
Registration Form - Please fill out if you are interested in lessons. You will receive an email confirming your swimmer's spot.
Fees - Payable by cash or check to: NRVA INC
Group Descriptions:
Beginner I: 10:30-11:00 AM
- Approximately 4-6 yrs
- Little to no skill
- Afraid of water
Beginner Level II: 11:00-11:30 AM
- Approximately 5-8 yrs
- Little to no skill
- Unafraid of water
Intermediate: 10:30-11:15 AM
- Approximately 7-10 yrs
- Basic body positioning skills
- Capable of completing 15 yards unassisted and treading for 30 seconds
Advanced (Competitive Stroke Mechanics): 10:30-11:15 AM
- Approximately 9-18 yrs
- Knowledge of multiple strokes
- Capable of completing 25 yards unassisted and can tread for 60 seconds
POOL LOCATION:
Shawnee Swim Club:
1301 Tom’s Creek Road
Blacksburg, VA 24060
Contact Information:
Email: [email protected]
Nancy Anderson- [email protected] - 540-818-9274
Scott Baldwin- H2okie Aquatics- 540-998-2327
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