This class is for swimmers who are ready to begin developing strokes and swimming in deeper water.

Pre-requisites: Pass Eel or ability to perform these skills

• Front and back float 10 seconds without flotation
• Swim 25 yards on front and back with flotation
• Swim 5 yards on front and back without flotation
• 5 underwater bobs
• Jump into shallow water and recover to wall

Compare to: 

• American Red Cross - Preschool Level 2
• Foss - Little 3*

A Typical Class

Students learn alternating & symmetrical paddle, treading water, and rescue skills. Instructors help swimmers develop good judgment around the water.

Class Length: 30 minutes

Outcomes/Benefits

• Increased good judgment around water
• Increased swimming skills
• Readiness for next swim instruction level: Starfish/Guppy

Tips & Preparation

• Arrive early; allow at least 10 minutes prior to class start times for your child to change into swimming attire and to stow away items in the locker room.
• Make sure that your child uses the restroom and showers with soap before entering the pool.
• Parents of children age 6 and younger must remain in the pool area at all times, including during lessons.
• The pool may be available to Y Members before or after lessons for Open swimming. 
• Kids who have not passed our swim test must be accompanied in the water by an adult in order to participate in Open Swim.
• Our pools are heated, but kids who chill easily may benefit from a swim shirt or ear bands.

Attire and What to Bring

• Come to class dressed and ready for the pool.
• Clothes, street shoes, diaper bags and other personal items can be stored in the locker rooms; bring your own lock and leave your valuables at home.
• Family appropriate, clean swimsuit and swim attire is required.
• Sandals or flip-flops are permitted in the pool area; No street shoes permitted.
• Towel, goggles if desired. Masks and snorkels are not allowed.