Goals for Each of our Ages
Parent Tot Classes
Our goal of our parent-tot age is to give kids ages 6 months to 2 years old the opportunity to get acclimated with the water, so when they turn 3 years old, they will be ahead of the curve. If they are showing signs of not crying with the parent in the water, they will be moved up to a toddler lessons.
Toddler Classes
Our toddler classes are for kids age under 3 years of age who are ready for parents to transition out of the pool. They usually are ready for this level after they complete a few sessions with parents in the water.
Pre-School Classes
Our pre-school classes are for ages 3-5 and for kids who are in pre-k or kindergarten. Usually this age group is where kids start/have the ability to master water safety skills.
Elementary #1 Classes
Our Elementary #1 classes are for all kids ages 5-8 who may not know how to swim at all or have basic water safety experience. This is the age where stroke development becomes most possible. Our progression through our curriculum makes sure to reward our students to make sure they know that they can accomplish anything they put their mind to.
Elementary #2 Classes
Our Elementary #2 classes is for all kids ages 9-11 who may not know how to swim at all or have basic water safety experience. Usually at this level they can be taught a quicker pace than some of our younger age groups. Our progression through our curriculum makes sure to reward our students to make sure they know that they can accomplish anything they put their mind to.
Middle School Classes
Our Middle School classes are for kids ages 11-14 who are usually in grades 6th, 7th, or 8th. These kids usually have no knowledge of how to swim and may be a bit scared at first, but will pick it up quickly. We also see kids who know the basics and really just need stroke development work. Our progression through our curriculum makes sure to reward our students to make sure they know that they can accomplish anything they put their mind to.
High School Classes
Our High School classes are for kids ages 14-18 who are usually in grades 9th, 10th, 11th or 12th. These kids usually have no knowledge of how to swim and may be a bit scared at first, but will pick it up quickly. We also see kids who know the basics and really just need stroke development work. Our progression through our curriculum makes sure to reward our students to make sure they know that they can accomplish anything they put their mind to.
Adult Classes
Our adult classes are more individualized. Adults usually come in with specific goals that the instructor can work with to get them to where they want to be.
Learn to Swim Lessons Progression
Our Philosophy
At Northside Swim Academy, we want to ensure that all of our clients (infants, toddlers, elementary, middle school, high school, and adults) feel a sense of accomplishment and are celebrated when they master a skill or achieve something new. Our coaches are positive and encouraging to all of our clients. We pride ourselves on our detailed coaching and building healthy coach to client relationships.
Progression
Our progression program is laid out in our curriculum (link below). All levels have certain skills that need to be mastered in order to progress to the next level! When your child progresses, they will receive a certificate in the email we have on file and be rewarded with a certificate in person as well! We want to make sure our adolescent swimmers (6 months-17 years old) all feel this sense of accomplishment. Positive reinforcement is a huge part of who we are.
Inclusivity and Flexibility
As mentioned above: we do lessons for all ages from 6 months all the way to adults (including adults). Our goal is to provide affordable, high quality services and opportunities to people of all different demographic backgrounds. We also work with people that are special needs! We want to make sure that we have an option for everyone no matter what background you have, what age you are, if you are limited by disabilities, etc.
The number one question we get asked is: "What are your class sizes?". We have made the decision to revolutionize the way we offer scheduled swim lessons. Our classes let the participants create the groups and also offer a time window that lessons can be anywhere from 20-45 minutes. You will have the ability to select 1:1, 2:1, 3:1 or 4:1 when you sign up. When your sign up is complete we will insert you into an instructor's time slot at your desired location!
We make sure that you get what you invested into. If swim lessons need to be cancelled last minute for any reason, you will receive notice as soon as we know! A makeup session will be scheduled or your payment will be kept on file and can be transferred over to another one of our programming or a future swim lessons. Please view our information packet (link on the home page) for more details about our make up policies.