All new students who have not had formal swimming lessons AND/OR who are not comfortable taking instructional directions while in the water (practicing strokes and using equipment) should begin group lessons in a beginner class.
Sea Otters (2 weeks - 8 months)
Sea Otters allows for the littlest swimmers to learn and grow in an environment set up for success. Early exposure to water is linked to so many beneficial attributes, like early walking, greater immunity, and high self-esteem. Babies are born with the natural ability to hold their breath and kick which they lose anywhere from 2 – 8 months, so the earlier they get in the water, the more we can build on natural ability! The class focuses on happy swimmers, by teaching the parents the skills they need to feel comfortable in the water with their child. Some skills covered are floating, kicking, submersions, and safety. As each child develops, new skills are added to keep the process fun and inviting. Sea Otters is a great place for the baby with little or no exposure to swimming to start! Sea Otters will all graduate to the Manatee class. Up to 6 children in each class, one parent in the water.
Manatees (8 months - 24 months)
The same skills that are taught in Sea Otters are reinforced in Manatees. Any baby over 7 months and under 24 months can join the Manatee group, though most Manatees tend to be a bit older and more interactive than the littlest Sea Otters. The class focuses on happy swimmers, teaching the parents the skills they need to feel comfortable in the water with their child. Skills covered include: floating, kicking, submersions, and safety. As each child develops, new skills are added to keep the process fun and inviting. The Manatee group is both a good place to begin to learn to swim, and a place for the little ones (Sea Otters) to graduate. Manatees may move on to either Moray Eels, Sea Turtles or Sting Rays, depending on what skill level and age they are when they are ready or need (based on age) to move on to a new group. Up to 6 children in each class, one parent in the water.
Moray Eels (24 months – 41 months, 2 - 3.5 years)
Moray Eels is for toddlers who have little or no exposure to water and/or swimming lessons. This class has an emphasis on making toddlers comfortable around the water and learning and mastering all the basic safety skills. Toddlers in this class are introduced to floating, submersion and safety skills as well as introducing them to independent swimming, including swimming from the step or off the wall to their parents and an introduction to breath-work and stroke development. This class will give first-timers the special attention that goes along with learning the basic routine of the swimming classes, terminology and safety skills that are practiced with every swimmer from the time they start Swim With Phyn. Moray Eels will either move on to Sunfish, Sting Ray or Beluga depending on what skill level and age they are when they are ready or need (based on age) to move on to a new group. One parent is in the water with each child at all times, 4 students per class.
Sunfish (42 – 60 months, 3.5 – 5 years)
Sunfish is for 3-5 year olds who are new (or still beginners) to swimming lessons. Students in this class are introduced to floating, submersion and safety skills and an introduction to breath-work and stroke development. This class will give first-timers the special attention that goes along with learning the basic routine of the swimming classes, terminology and safety skills that are practiced with every swimmer from the time they start Swim With Phyn. 3 students per class, no parent in the water. Sunfish will graduate to Beluga.
Intermediate Levels
Intermediate students are typically graduates of our beginner groups. However, if the student has had swimming lessons before and is comfortable in the water: going under the water, kicking, practicing strokes, finding and making safe choices while in the water AND taking instructional directions while in the water, you may sign up for an intermediate class. If after the first class, the instructor thinks you are not ready for the intermediate level, you may be asked to switch to a beginner level class.
Sea Turtles (16 - 24 months)
Sea Turtles is a place for babies who have some exposure to water and/or swimming lessons and are already enjoying the environment and allows them to advance in their skills. This class has an emphasis on preparing for the Sting Ray class with a focus on the more advanced safety skills. Babies in this class are introduced more thoroughly to independent swimming, including swimming from the step or off the wall to their parents and focuses more on breath-work and stroke development. Babies enrolling in this class should have some knowledge of water and be ready for moving on to the next steps of swimming! 4 students per class, one parent in the water. Sea Turtles will graduate to the Stingrays.
Stingrays (24 - 41 months, 2 – 3.5 years)
Stingrays are working up to some independent swimming and freedom in the water! The classes are structured with all the students working at the same time on the same skills with the parents in the water following the lesson plan which prepares them for the private lesson format. The focus is on happy and safe swimmers. Safe choice skills and decision-making is built into the lesson plan every step of the way. Customization is available as students become ready for a new challenge. Basic stroke work is taught, floating, swimming to the side or the step, as well as knowing how to get out of the pool, (as well as when to get in a pool!). 4 students per class, one parent in the water. Stingrays will graduate to Beluga or Hammerhead Sharks.
Beluga (42 - 60 months, 3.5 – 5 years)
Beluga are working up to some independent swimming and freedom in the water! The classes are structured with all the students working at the same time on the same skills with the parents in the water following the lesson plan which prepares them for the private lesson format. The focus is on happy and safe swimmers. Safe choice skills and decision-making is built into the lesson plan every step of the way. Customization is available as students become ready for a new challenge. Basic stroke work is taught, floating, swimming to the side or the step, as well as knowing how to get out of the pool, (as well as when to get in a pool!). Beluga will graduate to Sand Sharks or Barracudas, depending on what age they are when they reach the next skill level. 3 students per class, no parent in the water.
Advanced Levels
Advanced level students ARE graduates of our intermediate groups. If you wish to begin lessons in an advanced group, you must arrange a try out private lesson. Try-out lessons are only available by emailing info@swimwithphyn.com and cost $60.
Hammerhead Sharks (24 - 41 months, 2 – 3.5 years)
Hammerhead Sharks are former Sting Rays and have learned some independent swimming skills and earned more freedom in the water! Hammerhead classes are structured with all the students working at the same time on the same skills with the parents in the water following the lesson plan which prepares them for the private lesson format. The focus is on happy and safe swimmers. Safe choice skills and decision-making is built into the lesson plan every step of the way. 4 students max, one parent in the water. Hammerheads graduate to Sand Sharks based on age.
Sand Sharks (42 - 60 months, 3.5 - 5 years)
Sand Sharks is a place for independent swimmers to get some time in the water without their parents! Sand Shark classes are structured with all the students working at the same time on the same skills. Safe choice skills and decision-making is built into the lesson plan every step of the way. 3 students max, NO parent in the water. Sand Sharks graduate to Barracudas based on age.
Barracudas (5 - 7 years, 60 - 84 months)
Barracudas is a place for independent swimmers to get some time in the water without their parents! Barracuda classes are structured with all the students working at the same time on the same skills. Safe choice skills and decision-making is built into the lesson plan every step of the way. 3 students max, NO parent in the water. Barracudas is our last level of group classes at Swim With Phyn.
Cost
For all classes add a $5 registration fee per student per class.
Sea Otters and Manatees
(per 9-week Swimester)$150.00
Sea Turtles, Moray Eels, Stingrays and Hammerhead Sharks
(per 9-week )$200.00
Sunfish, Beluga, Sand Shark and Barracuda
(per 9-week Swimester)$250.00
Private Lessons
A private (or semi-private) swimming lesson is a dedicated 30-minute block of time.
During that time, participants will work with Julie to meet personal goals. All swim levels (baby through adult) are encouraged to participate. Private Lessons are recommended for any beginner over 3 and required for any beginner 6 years old or older.
Benefits of private swim lessons include, but are not limited to:
dedicated one-on-one attention, scheduling flexibility, and the ability to work on multiple aspects of swimming in a short time. Private lessons are perfect for those focusing on improving stroke technique, endurance, overcoming fear, beginning swimmers and any swimmer with special needs.
Private sessions can give your child:
Private lessons allow for the quickest possible way to make up for lost time and catch up to their age group.
Greater confidence in the water
The extra assistance needed to overcome a hurdle
A chance to process the lesson without distraction
How to Register
To register for private lessons, go to the registration tab and click on ‘Private’ '*Available Private Lessons' to view available slots.
Available private lessons may still be open for this swimester and will be found under the registration tab.
The cost shown is prorated to reflect the current week for swimester lessons. On occasion, we are able to accomodate additional times. Please email info@swimwithphyn.com if you would like to inquire about additional times. Please note that prime-time hours (weekdays after 4 and saturdays) are typically full within the first few days of registration.
Cost
If you need to miss a lesson, 24-hour advance notice is required. Swimester swimmers only: Missed lessons may be rescheduled and must be made up within two weeks. No refunds are given.
Private lessons
(per 9-week Swimester)$450.00
(per individual lesson)$60.00
Events
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Swim With Phyn focuses on “learning through play”, which allows for children to be successful while playing games, completing challenges and bonding with caregivers. At Swim With Phyn, we believe that children learn best when they are taught with love and positive encouragement, and when they are allowed to make choices and participate in the learning process.