stroke technique
Age Group
5+ years
Swimmers will be introduced to freestyle and backstroke technique over the course of 9 days. Most of the time will be spent on freestyle. More advanced stroke technique and breath work needs more than the 9 days allow.
days 1-9
Parent To-Do List
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On the first day of Stroke Technique lessons, please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled time.
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Make sure your child is dressed in their swimsuit and ready to swim.
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Bring a towel and something to change into after lessons if they want.
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​Note: Goggles are allowed. The pool will be heated to 90 degrees.
What to Expect
Stroke Beginners
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The first few days of stroke lessons are spent working on correct body position and kicking technique. Once we have a firm foundation, we will start with the freestyle stroke.
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For beginning stroke swimmers, we will spend the majority of the first 5 days on the freestyle stroke. Depending on progress, we may or may not work on a taking a breath.
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After freestyle, we will move on to back stroke if days and time allow.