Swimming. Register TODAY! Parent & Tot Swim Lessons 4mo - 36mo. Preschool Swim Lessons 3yrs - 5yrs.

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1 Swimming Parent & Tot Swim s 4mo - 36mo Starfish (4mo - 12mo) The goals are to help babies experience buoyancy and movement through songs and play in the water and to teach the parent/caregiver age-specific water safety. To enter this level, babies must be able to hold their head up. Duck (12mo - 24mo) Orientation to water for toddlers and their parent/ caregiver. Swimmers learn how to use floating objects for support and explore different water movements through games, songs and active water play. Sea Turtle (24mo - 36mo) Orientation to water for toddlers and their parent/ caregiver. Swimmers learn, through fun games and songs, how to combine skills, how to kick with a buoyant object and how to perform basic floats, glides and kicks. Preschool Swim s 3yrs - 5yrs Sea Otter (Preschool 1) Transitional level that transfers the preschooler to the care the Instructor. All skills are assisted by the Instructor. Using games and activities, swimmers learn to open their eyes under water, further develop basic floats and glides, and swim 1 metre. Salamander (Preschool 2) Swimmers learn to swim 2 metres, further develop basic floats, increase their distance on front and back glide, front swim, roll-over glide, and learn how to use a Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Sunfish (Preschool 3) Swimmers learn to swim 5 metres, increase their distance using buoyant objects, increase their front and back glide with kick, swimmers develop their roll-over glide, side glide and front swim, learn deep-water skills and use a Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Crocodile (Preschool 4) Swimmers learn to swim 5 metres on their front and back, perform a dolphin kick and begin using rhythmic breathing. They also progress with kicking drills and increase their swimming distance to 10 metres. Skills include jumping into deep-water, performing surface support for 10 seconds and using a Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Whale (Preschool 5) Swimmers perform a front and back swim for 10 metres. Swimmers work on developing their flutter kick and perform a distance swim 15 metres. Skills include identifying safe swimming areas, jumping into deep water, swimming 5m, surface support for 20 seconds and return to safety, throwing assists and sitting dives. Stingray (Preschool 6) For swimmers that have completed Whale but have not yet turned 6yrs. Continue to develop swimming skills in front crawl, back crawl, introduction to whip kick, diving, somersaults and water safety. Dolphin (Preschool 7) For swimmers that have completed Stingray but have not turned 6yrs yet. Continue to develop swimming skills in front crawl, back crawl and whip kick. Introduction to elementary back stroke, synchronized swimming skills and water safety. Register TODAY! PARKS 45

2 School Age Swim s 6yrs - 12yrs Swim Kids Level 1 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. Swim Kids Level 2 Swimmers work on propulsion skills to move through the water and to remain at the surface. Swimmers work on the front swim (5m) and learn about deep-water activities and proper use a Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Fitness activities include the 10m flutter kick and a 10m distance swim. Swim Kids Level 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. Swim Kids Level 4 This level introduces the front crawl (10m) and back swim with shoulder roll (15m). Swimmers work on kneeling dives, surface support (45 seconds, deep water) and developing a greater sense self-safety by understanding their own limits. Endurance is built through a 25m swim. Swim Kids Level 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. Swim Kids Level 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 others with throwing assists. Swimmers demonstrate the front dive and their ability to tread water in deep water for 1½ minutes. Endurance is built through dolphin kick and a 75m swim. Swim Kids Level 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. Swimmers learn about airway and breathing obstructions, reach assists and stride entry. Swimming endurance is increased to a 150m swim. Swim Kids Level 8 This level is an introduction to breast stroke (15m) and feet-first surface dives. Swimmers learn about the dangers open water, hypothermia, the performance rescue breathing on children and adults, and standing shallow dives. Swimmers participate in timed treading water activities using the eggbeater skill for 3 minutes to improve their ability to remain at the surface in the event an unexpected fall into water. Endurance is built on a 300m swim. Front crawl and back crawl distances are increased to 75m each. Swim Kids Level 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 (3mins). They also work on head-first surface dives and learn about wise choices, peer influences and self-rescue from ice. Endurance is built through a 400m swim. Swim Kids Level 10 This level is a final assessment the strokes for technique and distance (front crawl 100m, back crawl 100m, elementary back stroke 50m, breast stroke 50m and sidestroke 25m). Swimmers learn about sun safety, rescue others from ice, and head-first and feet-first surface dives. Endurance is built using the dolphin kick (vertical) and a 500m swim. Register TODAY! KIDS FUN SWIMS Abbotsford Recreation & Matsqui Recreation Pools Enjoy the games and activities See pages 16/17 for times and dates. 46

3 Swimming Programs Home School Swim s (3yrs - 12yrs) This is a Red Cross swim lesson for home schooled students. Students will be placed according to their swim level on the first day lessons. The lesson start times are 1pm or 1:45pm and each class is 45min. Junior Lifeguard Club (8yrs - 12yrs) Learn Lifesaving skills, first aid, stroke development, and how to run games and special events. Intro to snorkeling, water fitness classes and speed swimming. This program continuously builds from previous classes and is an on-going program. Perfect for swimmers that have finished the Red Cross Swim Kids program and are waiting to turn 13 to take Bronze Medallion. Sep 20 - Nov 5 Sa 10:00am - 11:30am 7/$ Nov 1 - Dec 13 Sa 9:00am - 11:00am 7/$ Masters Swim Swimming works most the major muscles in your body. It s a great workout that develops general strength, cardiovascular fitness and endurance. You will have a certified NCCP coach leading each practice. Don t let the winter pass you by! Sign up today! Sep 15 - Oct 15 M/W 7:30pm - 8:30pm 10/$ Sep 15 - Oct 11 M 7:30pm - 8:30pm 4/$ Oct 20 - Nov 17 M 7:30pm - 8:30pm 5/$ Nov 24 - Dec 15 M 7:30pm - 8:30pm 5/$ Oct 20 - Nov 19 M/W 7:30pm - 8:30pm 10/$ Nov 24 - Dec 17 M/W 7:30pm - 8:30pm 10/$ Sep 17 - Oct 15 W 7:30pm - 8:30pm 5/$ Oct 22 - Nov 19 W 7:30pm - 8:30pm 5/$ Nov 26 - Dec 17 W 7:30pm - 8:30pm 5/$ Sept 15 - Dec 17 M/W 7:30pm - 8:30pm 29/$ Lifeguarding Courses Bronze Cross & CPR C (13yrs+) Bronze Cross is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge more advanced training including an introduction to safety supervision in aquatics facilities. Candidates develop priciency at performing patient assessments, managing aquatic emergencies, while developing stroke endurance and fitness training skills. Sep F - Su 9:00am -5:00pm 3/$ Dec M - W 9:00am -5:30pm 3/$ Dec M - W 9:00am -5:30pm 3/$ Bronze Medallion (13yrs+) Students learn self- rescue techniques, defense and release methods and tows and carries in preparation for challenging rescues and unconscious victims various types, including spinal injuries and circulatory emergencies. Lifesavers develop stroke efficiency in a timed swim (500m in 15 minutes). Sep F - Su 9:00am - 5:00pm 3/$ Dec Sa - M 9:00am - 5:30pm 3/$ Dec Sa - M 9:00am - 5:00pm 3/$ CPR C & AED CPR C is an important course for everyone in the family, teaching vital lifesaving actions for victims all ages. This course allows you to properly recognize and respond to choking, cardiovascular, and breathing emergencies that occur with infants, children and adults. Participants all first aid experiences and backgrounds are welcome. Sep 8 M 9:30am - 4:00pm 1/$ Sep 13 Sa 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ Sep 27 Sa 9:30pm - 5:00pm 1/$ Oct 6 M 9:30am - 4:00pm 1/$ Oct 25 Sa 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ Nov 10 M 9:30am - 4:00pm 1/$ Nov 29 Sa 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ Dec 8 M 9:30am - 4:00pm 1/$ Dec 27 Sa 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ CPR C Recertification This course is for recertification CPR C & AED awards. It gives candidates an opportunity to practice skills and receive updates about the newest rescue protocols. Candidates should bring their current CPR C award to class. Sep 8 M 1:00pm - 4:00pm 1/$ Sep 13 Sa 1:00pm - 4:00pm 1/$ Sep 27 Sa 1:00pm - 4:00pm 1/$ Oct 6 M 1:00pm - 4:00pm 1/$ Oct 25 Sa 1:00pm - 4:00pm 1/$ Nov 10 M 1:00pm - 4:00pm 1/$ Nov 29 Sa 1:00pm - 4:00pm 1/$ Dec 8 M 1:00pm - 4:00pm 1/$ Dec 27 Sa 1:00pm - 4:00pm 1/$ Emergency First Aid Emergency First Aid is a practical course that will give you the basic skills and knowledge needed to prevent and effectively treat life threatening emergencies. This introductory course covers breathing and cardiovascular problems as well as bleeding emergencies. Participants will also be able to comfortably manage common injuries and accidents that occur in the household. Sep 8 M 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ Sep 13 Sa 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ Sep 27 Sa 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ Oct 6 M 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ Oct 25 Sa 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ Nov 10 M 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ Nov 29 Sa 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ Dec 8 M 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ Dec 27 Sa 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ Life Saving Instructor (16yrs+) Lifesaving Instructors are trained to teach and evaluate Canadian swim patrol, Bronze Star, Lifesaving for Adults, Bronze Medallion, and Bronze Cross. Learn the leadership skills required to run these exciting Lifesaving Society programs. Jan 2-4 F - Su 9:00am - 6:00pm 2/$ Register TODAY! SWIMMING 47

4 National Lifeguard - NL Pool Option (16yrs+) The National Lifeguard award builds on the skills and knowledge the Lifesaving Society s Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross awards. Develop the practical skills and knowledge required to be a pressional lifeguard. NL trains candidates in safety supervision and rescue protocols Oct 4-13 Sa - M 9:00am - 6:00pm 5/$ Dec Sa - W 9:00am - 6:00pm 5/$ National Lifeguard-NL Recertification (16yrs+) This course is for anyone who is already certified as a lifeguard that needs to recertify their award. The first part the course provides NL candidates an opportunity to review skills and knowledge as well as to provide education on new information before the re-examination begins at the latter part. Candidates should bring their pocket mask, whistle, fanny pack, swimsuit and previous NL and CPR C card to class. Sep 27 M 10:00am - 6:00pm 1/$ Oct 13 M 10:00am - 6:00pm 1/$ Oct 20 M 10:00am - 6:00pm 1/$ Nov 11 T 10:00am - 6:00pm 1/$ Dec 13 Sa 10:00am - 6:00pm 1/$ Red Cross Assistant Water Safety Instructor (15yrs+) This program is designed to provide candidates with the leadership to instruct individuals how to swim, develop a water-wise attitude, and learn water safety skills. This course is the first step to becoming a Water Safety Instructor. Sep 30 T 5:30pm - 9:30pm 1/$ Nov 30 Su 5:00pm - 9:00pm 1/$ Oct 30 Th 5:30pm - 9:30pm 1/$ Dec 30 T 5:30pm - 9:30pm 1/$ Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (16yrs+) This course recertifies candidates to instruct the Red Cross Water Safety program. Instructors will experience, analyze and apply the Swim kids, Preschool Swim kids and Aqua Adult program curriculum and receive updates to the program. Please bring your WSI manual, stroke chart, and previous WSI award to class. Nov 1-10 Sa, Su, M 9:00am - 5:00pm 5/$ Dec Sa, Su, M 9:00am - 5:00pm 5/$ Red Cross Assistant Water Safety Instructor Recertification (16yrs+) This course recertifies candidates to instruct the Red Cross Water Safety program. Instructors will experience, analyze and apply the Swim kids, Preschool Swim kids and Aqua Adult program curriculum and receive updates to the program. Please bring your WSI manual, stroke chart, and previous WSI award to class. Oct Sa, Su, M 9:00am - 5:00pm 5/$ Nov 30 - Dec 7 Sa, Su, M 9:00am - 5:00pm 5/$ Standard First Aid Standard First Aid is a comprehensive course that gives participants the ability to deliver first aid treatment in different environments. Upon successful completion you will be prepared for a variety first aid situations. Standard first aid includes all emergency first aid course content plus victim management, hot and cold injuries, bone and joint injuries, sprains, wounds, head trauma, diabetes, burns and poisons. The certification also includes CPR C and the Automatic External Defibrillator certification. Sep 8-9 M - Tu 9:30am - 5:00pm 2/$ Sep Sa -Su 9:30am - 5:00pm 2/$ Sep Sa - Su 9:30am - 5:00pm 2/$ Oct 6-7 M - Tu 9:30am - 5:00pm 2/$ Oct Sa -Su 9:30am - 5:00pm 2/$ Nov M - Tu 9:30am - 5:00pm 2/$ Nov Sa - Su 9:30am - 5:00pm 2/$ Dec 8-9 M - Tu 9:30am - 5:00pm 2/$ Dec Sa - Su 9:30am - 5:00pm 2/$ Standard First Aid Recertification This course is a recertification the Standard First Aid course. It gives candidates an opportunity to practice skills for emergencies and updates AED certification. Candidates should bring their current Standard First Aid award to class. Sep 9 T 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ Sep 14 Su 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ Sep 28 Su 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ Oct 7 T 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ Oct 26 Su 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ Nov 11 T 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ Nov 30 Su 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ Dec 9 T 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ \Dec 28 Su 9:30am - 5:00pm 1/$ ABBOTSFORD PREMIER Private Programs Register for Private Swim or Skate s today. Child, $ 30/30min Adult, $ 35/30min Semi-private lessons available for up to three people. Child, $45/30min Adult, $52.50/30min 48 SWIMMING

5 Advanced Aquatics Looking for a rewarding career teaching students all ages water safety skills and providing an exciting environment for families to experience recreation? A career as a Lifeguard and Swim Instructor starts with the advanced programs fered through the City Abbotsford. The City provides specialized aquatic training through LIT Aquatics. For full course listings see Advanced Swim Level Information BRONZE STAR Prerequisites: 12yrs and ability to swim Recommended Participation in Swim Kids program : 10 hours Assistant Water Safety Instructor (AWSI) Prerequisites: 15yrs and Swim Kids Level 10 strokes : 20 hours BRONZE MEDALLION Prerequisites: 13yrs : 24 hours Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Prerequisites: 16yrs and AWSI : hours BRONZE CROSS Prerequisites: 14yrs and Bronze Medallion : 20 hours NLS (National Lifeguard Service Award) Prerequisites: 16yrs, Bronze Cross, Standard First Aid, and CPR C : hours Lifesaving Instructor (LSI) Prerequisites: 16yrs and Bronze Cross : hours CPR - Basic Rescuer (Level C ) Prerequisites: 14yrs (Can be taken anytime) : 6 hours STANDARD FIRST AID Prerequisites: 13yrs : 16 hours = Lifesaving Society = Red Cross Please submit your resume to SWIMMING 49

6 Fall Swimming s September 8 - December 19 Session Dates # s Parent & Tot Preschool / Swim Kids 1-5 Swim Kids 6-10 Mon / Wed Sept 15 - Oct 8 8 $45 30min $45 30min $ min Mon / Wed Oct 15 - Nov 12 9 $ min $ min $76 45min Mon / Wed Nov 17 - Dec $56 30min $56 30min $84 45min Tue / Thurs Sept 16 - Oct 9 8 $45 30min $45 30min $ min Tue / Thurs Oct 14 - Nov 13 No s Nov 11 9 $ min $ min $76 45min Tue / Thurs Nov 18 - Dec $56 30min $56 30min $84 45min Tuesdays Sept 16 - Nov 4 10 $56 30min $56 30min $84 45min Tuesdays Nov 18 - Dec 16 5 $28 30min $42 45min $56 60min Thursdays Sept 18 - Nov 13 9 $ min $ min $76 45min Thursdays Nov 20 - Dec 18 5 $28 30min $42 45min $56 60min Fridays Sept 19 - Oct 24 6 $34 30min $ min $ min Fridays Nov 7 - Dec 19 7 $ min $59 45min $ min Saturdays Sept 20 - Nov 8 No s Oct 11 7 $ min $59 45min $ min Saturdays Nov 15 - Dec 13 5 $28 30min $42 45min $56 60min Sundays Sept 21 - Nov 9 No s Oct 10 7 $ min $59 45min $ min Sundays Nov 16 - Dec 14 5 $28 30min $42 45min $56 60min * Information subject to change without notice. 50 SWIMMING

7 Fall Swimming s September 8 - December 19 Session Dates # s Parent & Tot Preschool / Swim Kids 1-5 Swim Kids 6-10 Mon/ Wed Sept 15 - Oct 8 8 $45 30min $45 30min $ min Mon/ Wed Oct 15 - Nov 12 9 $ min $ min $76 45min Mon/ Wed Nov 17 - Dec $56 30min $56 30min $84 45min Tue / Thurs Sept 16 - Oct 9 8 $45 30min $45 30min $ min Tue / Thurs Oct 14 - Nov 13 No s Nov 11 9 $ min $ min $76 45min Tue / Thurs Nov 18 - Dec $56 30min $56 30min $84 45min Mondays Sept 15 - Nov 10 No Oct 13 8 $45 30min $45 30min $ min Wednesdays Sept 17 - Nov 12 9 $ min $ min $76 45min Fridays Sept 19 - Oct 24 No Oct 10 5 $28 30min $28 30min $42 45min Fridays Nov 7 - Dec 19 7 $ min $ min $59 45min Saturdays Sept 13 - Oct 25 No lesson Oct 11 6 $34 30min $34 30min $ min Saturdays Nov 1 - Dec 13 7 $ min $ min $59 45min * Information subject to change without notice. SWIMMING 51