Swim Lessons - REVELSTOKE AQUATIC CENTRE

Learn to Swim

REGISTRATION: Registrations are accepted on a first come, first serve basis with full fee required. Phone registration requires MasterCard or Visa. The Aquatic Centre reserves the right to cancel or alter programs if minimum registration is not obtained. Registration deadline is one week prior to the first lesson.
Call 837-9351 to register.

SCREENING: If you are uncertain which swimming level to register in, Karen Scott/Pool Manager or one of the instructor/lifeguards will assist placing you in the appropriate level.

PROGRAM REFUNDS: Refunds are accepted prior to the commencement of the swim programs. All refunds are subject to a $5 administration fee.

LESSON HELPFUL HINTS: Waiting Lists: Some classes fill quickly. If the class you want is full, please ask to be put on a waiting list. You will be contacted if space becomes available or if we add extra classes. Combined/Cancelled Classes: We appreciate your understanding when we are occasionally required to cancel or combine classes, usually due to insufficient registration.

Red Cross Swim Lessons
Winter and Spring 2008 Swim Lesson information will be posted mid December 2007 and in the Winter/Spring 2008 Parks and Recreation Leisure Guide.

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Youth Lessons

Advanced Lessons

Adult Classes

YOUTH LESSONS

RED CROSS SWIM PRESCHOOL
*designed for ages 4 months to 5 years

The Starfish / Duck / Sea Turtle levels focus on water orientation and safety for parents and their children.
Salamander / Sunfish / Crocodile / Wale levels builds swimming skills and age specific Water Safety. The upper levels are geared to the advanced preschooler who is too young for the next program, but has developed swimming skills beyond most preschool programs.

SESSION A - July 2 – 13
SESSION B - July 16 – 27
SESSION C - July 30 – August 10 (9 day session due to August 6 stat holiday)
SESSION D – August 13 – 24th

      Starfish               9:00am
    Seaturtle/Duck    9:30am
    Salamander       10:00am

      Sunfish               10:30am
    Crocodile            11:00am
    Whale                 11:30am

All preschool Classes $45.00

RED CROSS 10 LEVEL PROGRAM
*for children ages 6 and older*

The 10 levels allow for solid progressions and manageable skill acquisition from one level to the next. A smaller number of levels will also make completion of all levels more achievable.

SESSION A - July 2 – 13
SESSION B - July 16 – 27
SESSION C - July 30 – August 10 (9 day session due to August 6 stat holiday)
SESSION D – August 13 – 24

Level 1 – 4
Ten 30 minute lessons Monday to Friday at varied times between 9:00am –
12 noon.
Cost: $45.00

Level 5 – 8
Ten 45 minute lessons Monday to Friday at varied times between 9:00am –
12 noon.
Cost: $67.00

Level 9 – 10
Ten 60 minute lessons Monday to Friday at varied times between 9:00am –
12 noon
Cost: $90.00

Private Lessons Available - $25.00 per ½ hour. Call 837-9351

ADVANCED LESSONS

LIFEGUARDING PROGRAMS

National Lifeguard Service Pool Option
Pre-requisites:
• Bronze Cross (completed by start of first class)
• Candidate is required to be 16 years old

Description: Recognized as the standard measurement of life guarding performance in Canada, the NLS program develops a sound understanding of life guarding principles, good judgement and communication skills, and a mature and responsible attitude toward the role of the lifeguard. The NLS lifeguard’s primary role is to prevent injuries (and when necessary, effectively manage emergencies) and to facilitate a safe and enjoyable aquatic experience. NLS training develops the basic life guarding skills needed to adapt to different aquatic facilities and environment specific items leading to certification in one of the NLS options: Pool, Waterfront, Surf, or Waterpark. All NLS certifications are current for two years; to remain current, candidates must recertify every 2 years. Aquatic Emergency Care (AEC) is equivalent to SFA as an NLS prerequisite.
• Also included with the course is a fanny pack & pocket mask.

Aquatic & Emergency Care
Pre-requisites:
• Bronze Medallion (completed by start of first class)

Description: Take your lifesaving training to the next level! If you are planning to be a professional lifeguard or looking for more comprehensive first aid and lifesaving training, Aquatic Emergency Care will give you the edge. Taught by a certified Lifesaving Society First Aid Instructor, AEC provides hands-on training in the care of injuries and illness common to both aquatic and non-aquatic settings. Learn how to recognize and treat injuries including head & spinal, bone& joint, abdominal & chest, burns, obstructed airways, and other common medical emergencies, AEC is Standard First Aid equivalent and includes CPR-C certification.

N.L.S & Aquatic Emergency Care
Dates: July 3/4/5/9/10/11/12 9 am – 5pm
July 13 9 am – noon
Cost: $500.00

RED CROSS INSTRUCTOR PROGRAMS

For a fun, dynamic and rewarding experience, choose a career in Aquatics!!

Cross Assistant Water Safety Instructor Course (AWSI)
30 hour program (plus 8 hours teaching experience)

This certification course is prerequisite to the Red Cross Water Safety Instructor course. The course covers the foundation of instructional skills including teaching methods, learning styles, physical principles, programs, communications, safety supervision and feedback. Candidates are evaluated during 8 hours of assistant teaching and through individual study assignments. Upon successful completion of the course candidates are certified as Assistant Water Safety Instructors, which enables them to co-teach the Red Cross Swim Program under the supervision of a fully certified Water Safety Instructor.

Once certified AWSI have two years to become a fully certified Water Safety Instructor.

Dates: August 7 – 10 Time: 9am – 4pm
August 13 -17 Time: 9am – 12noon
Cost: $300.00

Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Course (WSI)
25 hour program (plus 12 hours teaching experience)

Pre-requisites:
• 16 years of age and AWSI

The Water Safety Instructor (WSI) course further develops Instructional abilities by focusing on how to effectively plan and teach the Red Cross curriculum for Red Cross Swim Preschool, Red Cross Swim Kids and Aqua Adults programs. The course focuses on effectively applying the information learned in the AWSI course to the Red Cross Swim Program. Other topics include instructional emergency response skills and stroke development, drills and corrective strategies. Candidates apply their teaching skills and knowledge during 12 hours of practical teaching experience. Upon successful completion of the course candidates are certified as Water Safety Instructors. To remain valid WSI must be recertified every two years.

Dates: August 20 – 24 Time: 9am – 4pm
Cost: $300.00

ADULT CLASSES

Adults and adolescents interested in learning to swim or improving skills, please contact the Recreation Centre at 837-9351. Classes will be offered to accommodate expressed interest.

NEED SOME EXTRA HELP??
STROKE CORRECTION & ENDURANCE
8 years & up

This is a great class for those who need some extra instruction and practice on their swimming skills through swimming, workouts and stroke drills. Must have completed Level 4.

If you are interested please contact the Recreation Centre at 837-9351 and we will offer this class if we have enough interest.

REVELSTOKE MASTERS SWIM CLUB

Dates: Tuesday and Thursday
Time: 8:30pm - 9:30pm
Cost: $120.00 for the whole program.
(This does not include swim entrance admission)
For more information call
Scott & Mary-Jean LeBuke
837-3518

For Revelstoke Swim Club Information Please Phone
Sonia Cinelli @ 837-9522