YOUTH RED CROSS SWIMMING PROGRAMS Youth Age Category: 6 years and older

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1 YOUTH RED CROSS SWIMMING PROGRAMS Youth Age Category: 6 years and older FALL LESSONS: BEGIN SEPTEMBER 26, 2016 *Lessons cancelled: Oct 10, 2010 WINTER LESSONS: BEGIN JANUARY 7, 2017 *Lessons cancelled: Feb 20, 2017 IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Levels may be combined and times may change. Lessons cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control will not be rescheduled. Our staff make every effort to follow the published schedule, but classes may have to be changed before registration in order to provide adequate staff and pool space. After registration, classes may be cancelled or combined due to insufficient registration. YOUTH RED CROSS SWIMMING RATES PROGRAM SESSION LENGTH FEE Regular Classes Special Programs Fall 10 week Winter 9 week Winter s 8 week As advertised $66.00 $59.40 $46.16 RED CROSS SWIM KIDS 1 Swim Kids 1 is an introductory level for children 6 years or older. Swimmers receive an orientation to water and the pool area and work on floats, glides and kicking. Swimmers build their endurance by working on the 5m front swim. To complete this level, along with the distance swim, children must be comfortable keeping their face in the water for at least 5 seconds RED CROSS SWIM KIDS 2 Swimmers work on propulsion skills to move through the water and to remain at the surface. Swimmers work on the front swim (5m), learn about deep-water activities and proper use of a Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Fitness activities include the 10m flutter kick and a 10m distance swim. 6:00-6:30pm :00-6:30pm Saturday 10:00-10:30am 12:30-1:00pm Saturday 10:00-10:30am 12:30-1:00pm Fall 2015 & Winter 2016 huntsville.ca

2 INTERESTED IN PERSONALIZED SWIMMING LESSONS FOR YOUR CHILD? Visit page 66 to learn more about low ratio classes and private swimming lessons. RED CROSS SWIM KIDS 3 This level provides an introduction to diving and teaches swimmers how to make wise choices about where and when to swim. Endurance is achieved by building strength in the flutter kick and a 15-metre swim Saturday 11:00-11:30am RED CROSS SWIM KIDS 4 This level introduces the front crawl (10m) and back swim with shoulder roll (15m). Style is becoming more important. Swimmers work on kneeling dives, surface support (45 seconds, deep water) and developing a greater sense of self-safety by understanding their own limits. Endurance is built through a 25m swim Saturday 11:30am - 12:00pm RED CROSS SWIM KIDS 5 This level introduces the back crawl (15m), sculling skills, whip kick on the back, stride dives and treading water. Front crawl increases to 15m. An introduction to safe boating skills is also included. Endurance is developed through a 50m swim. 4:00-4:45pm 6:15-7:00pm :00-6:45pm RED CROSS SWIM KIDS 6 This level refines front crawl with a focus on hand entry and breathing (25m), back crawl with a focus on arm positions and body roll (25m), and introduces elementary backstroke (15m), safety on ice, and rescue of others with throwing assists. 4:00-4:45pm 6:15-7:00pm :00-6:45pm :30-5:15pm 6:00-6:45pm Saturday 10:30-11:15am RED CROSS SWIM KIDS 7 This level builds skills and endurance for the front crawl (50m), back crawl (50m) and elementary back stroke (25m) and introduces whip kick on the front. 4:45-5:30pm :15-6:00pm :00-6:45pm Saturday 11:15am - 12:00pm RED CROSS SWIM KIDS 8 This level is an introduction to breast stroke (15m) and feet-first surface dives. Endurance is built on a 300m swim. Front crawl and back crawl distances are increased to 75m each. 4:45-5:30pm :30-5:15pm 6:00-6:45pm :15-6:00pm :00-6:45pm Saturday 10:30-11:15am Saturday 11:15am - 12:00pm Centennial Pool Aquatics 63

3 RED CROSS SWIM KIDS 9 This level refines the front crawl (100m), back crawl (100m), elementary back stroke (50m) and breast stroke (25m), and encourages swimmers to combine different kicks for fitness. 5:30-6:15pm :30-5:15pm :15-6:00pm Saturday 11:15am - 12:00pm RED CROSS SWIM KIDS 10 This level is a final assessment of the strokes for technique and distance (front crawl 100m, back crawl 100m, elementary back stroke 50m, breast stroke 50m and sidestroke 25m. Endurance is built using the dolphin kick (vertical) and a 500m swim. 5:30-6:15pm :30-5:15pm :15-6:00pm Saturday 11:15am - 12:00pm TEEN STROKE IMPROVEMENT/ FITNESS SWIMMING This program is designed for youth who have outgrown the average "Swim Kids" class but who would like to improve their strokes. Instructors aid in setting and achieving personal goals. This program can be used as preparation for Bronze Medallion. DAY DURATION TIME FEE FALL WINTER 10 weeks 8 weeks 6:30-7:30pm 6:30-7:30pm $71.60 $ LIFESAVING BRONZE STAR This program offers Pre-Bronze Medallion training. A great program for youth who aren't old enough for Bronze Medallion. This course offers basic first aid, rescues and swimming strength. How about a WIBIT Birthday Party? Saturdays 4:00-5:00pm Book yours today! For more information call :30-7:30pm $ Fall 2015 & Winter 2016 huntsville.ca

4 BRONZE MEDALLION AND EMERGENCY FIRST AID This program is an introduction to lifesaving. Endurance is developed through a timed swim 20 lengths in 15 minutes. Emergency First Aid is taught in an aquatic setting. Participants must be 13 yrs of age or have Bronze Star. Minimum of Level 8 strokes. Those who have not taken formal lessons should enroll in the stroke improvement class before attempting this advanced level. 4:00-6:00pm $ $44.00 for manual Thursday 6:30-8:30pm $ $44.00 for manual BRONZE CROSS Emphasis is placed on the participants ability to respond to a variety of aquatic emergencies. Participants must have completed Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid and proof of such must be presented on the first day of class. 4:00-6:00pm $ Thursday 6:30-8:30pm $ BRONZE CROSS RECERTIFICATION Bronze Cross Awards must be recertified every two years to remain current. Participants must pre-register and attend at least three classes prior to the exam. 4:00-6:00pm $ NEW DAY AND TIME SYNCHRONISED SWIMMING Youth who love the water will enjoy this dynamic strength-building sport. Twists, somersaults and upside down swimming are incorporated into routines that are performed on the final night. This class will focus on the "Trillium Awards 1-10," endurance and having fun. Swimmers must be able to swim 50m of the pool. ACCORDING TO THE LIFESAVING SOCIETY Young adults aged 18 to 25 have the highest chance of drowning of any age group in Canada. 4:30-5:30pm Centennial Pool Aquatics 65

5 LOW RATIO SWIM KIDS CLASSES 10 half-hour lessons $95.00 This option provides a reasonable, lower-priced alternative to private lessons. These classes will not be combined with another level and the number of participants will not exceed four. PROGRAM TIME FALL WINTER Swim Kids Swim Kids Swim Kids 3 Swim Kids BOATING FATALITIES IN CANADA Every year, approximately 525 Canadians die needlessly in unintentional water-related fatalities More than 57% of incidents occur during the summer months More than 24% of boating fatalities occur when a lifejacket is present on board but not worn On average, there are 166 deaths a year from boating-related incidents Alcohol is present or suspected in more than 50% of boating fatalities x 15 Wearing a lifejacket could eliminate up to 90 % of all boating-related drownings PRIVATE LESSONS FOR ALL AGES 10 half-hour lessons $ This option provides the participant with the maximum amount of instruction. This is especially beneficial for those who just need to work on just one or two skills in order to complete a level. SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS 10 half-hour lessons $132.00/person Find a friend in a similar level and sign up together. Requests for semi-private lessons must be made with two or three participants already coordinated by parents. If registering online, please register only one participant and call with additional names. You will automatically be charged the private lesson price but your account will be credited when the second person registers. If this is not suitable for you, please register in person. ADAPTED PRIVATE SWIMMING LESSONS 10 half-hour lessons $132.00/person Individualized instruction is available during the day or evening for children or adults who have special challenges. To book these lessons, please call before registration begins. Call Morven at x 3023 or morven.barnes@huntsville. ca. PRIVATE AND SEMI-PRIVATE TIMES Private and Semi Private lesson times will be published one week before registration begins. You will be able to view these spots online or drop-in in person to the Canada Summit Centre. To view or register online, please visit our online registration page and search under Youth Programs. Other times may become available after registration if regular classes are cancelled due to insufficient registration, so please call to be put on a wait-list. When registering online, the prompt that asks the swimming level is very important. Please note that missed classes will not be rescheduled or refunded. Less than 50% of Canadians who own a boat always wear their lifejackets, even though 82% believe it is a legal requirement Men aged15-44 are at the highest risk of boatingrelated fatalities Lifejackets must be worn to save lives For more information, visit Statistics are based on drowning data compiled by the Canadian Red Cross for the period of The Canadian Red Cross continues to be concerned about the high number of annual water-related injuries and fatalities. The Canadian Red Cross is committed to promoting swimming and water safety awareness to ensure Canadians stay safe in, on, and around the water. 66 Fall 2015 & Winter 2016 huntsville.ca

6 Private and semi-private lessons are a great way to work on your technique and can be catered to your specific needs. Centennial Pool Aquatics 67