LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAMS

Interested in learning how to swim? MCCS Miramar offers various Learn-To-Swim programs for all ages and every level. We offer group lessons, where children can learn various swimming techniques. We offer one-on-one private swimming lessons that are appropriate for all ages and levels. We offer advanced swimming skills, which is like an introduction to swim team where students learn specific techniques for each stroke. And lastly, we offer a junior lifeguarding program called GuardStart. Please see the links below for more information.

GROUP SWIM LESSON INFORMATION		ADVANCED SWIMMING SKILLS INFORMATION		LIFEGUARDING TOMORROW INFORMATION		PRIVATE SWIM LESSON INFORMATION
GROUP SWIM LESSON INFORMATION		ADVANCED SWIMMING SKILLS INFORMATION		LIFEGUARDING TOMORROW INFORMATION		PRIVATE SWIM LESSON INFORMATION

GROUP SWIM LESSON INFORMATION

REGISTRATION
All registration will be at the 50-Meter Pool (Bldg. 2395). Registration will be held Monday-Saturday, from 1000-1800. The registration dates and times are listed below.

* SESSION DATES		REGISTRATION DATES
A	23 JUNE - 3 JULY	16- 21 JUNE
B	7 - 17 JULY	30 JUNE - 5 JULY
C	21 - 31 JULY	14 - 19 JULY
D	4 - 14 AUGUST	28 JULY - 2 AUGUST
E	18 - 28 AUGUST	11 - 16 AUGUST

**Please consult with a swim instructor before enrolling your child in classes. Space is limited and switching classes last minute is difficult.

COST
$30 per session, per child.

**Please note, there is a $10 administrative fee for refunds.

INSTRUCTORS
All MCCS Miramar swim lesson instructors are certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors. They teach using the American Red Cross guidelines.

CLASSES
Classes will meet Monday-Thursday for two weeks, for 30-minutes each day. Parents are welcome to observe their children from the designated area. Lesson plans include: placement tests, water safety instruction, water instruction and instructor’s evaluation.

“Show-Off Day” will be conducted on the last class meeting of each session. Parents bring your cameras! Class Dates and times are listed below:

LEVELS 1-3
CONDUCTED AT THE OFFICERS’ POOL
DATES
Session A: June 23-July 3
Session B: July 7-17
Session C: July 21-31
Session D: August 4-14
Session E: August 18-28

TIMES
0945-1015
1030-1100
1115-1145
1715-1745
1800-1830

LEVELS 4 & 5
CONDUCTED AT THE 50-METER POOL
DATES
Session A: June 23-July 3
Session B: July 7-17
Session C: July 21-31
Session D: August 4-14
Session E: August 18-28

TIMES
1700-1730
1745-1815
1830-1900

            Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
                        Level 1 will help the students to become and feel comfortable in the water. Students will learn to fully                         submerge, and blow bubbles under water. They become comfortable floating on the front and back, and can                         also demonstrate swimming motions while supported. Lastly, students learn the purpose of safety                         equipment.

            Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
                        Level 2 will help students continue to increase confidence in the water. Students learn to demonstrate                         aquatic independence by entering and exiting the water on their own. They can also demonstrate swimming                         on the front and back while unsupported.

                        Pre-requisites: The student must possess a Level 1 certificate, or the student must be able to demonstrate                         all completion requirements for Level 1.

            Level 3: Stroke Development
                        Level 3 introduces the students to deep-water swimming. The students demonstrate a head first entry from                         the side of the pool. They can also demonstrate rotary breathing, and deep-water floating on the front and                         back. Lastly, the students can demonstrate enough endurance to swim 15 yards on their front and back.

                        Pre-requisites: The student must posses a Level 2 certificate, or the student must be able to demonstrate                         all completion requirements of Level 2.

            Level 4: Stroke Improvement
                        In Level 4, students demonstrate various dives from the side of the pool. Students also can swim three body                         lengths under water. They demonstrate stroke endurance by swimming 15-25 yards of the four core strokes.                         Students may also learn the basic rescue techniques to assist a distressed swimmer.

                        Pre-requisites: Student must possess a Level 3 certificate, or the student must be able to demonstrate all                         completion requirements of Level 3.

            Level 5: Stroke Refinement
                        In Level 5, students swim distances of 25-50 yards using the four core strokes. Students can also                         demonstrate survival swimming, tuck and pike dives, flip turns, and other advanced swimming techniques.

                        Pre-requisites: Student must possess a Level 4 certificate, or the student must be able to demonstrate all                         completion requirements of Level 4.

PRIVATE SWIM LESSON INFORMATION
At MCCS Miramar, we offer one-on-one swim instruction with our Certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors. Private lessons are ideal for children and adults of all ages and levels. Please click here to download the private swim lesson request form.

**Please note that there is a high demand for private swim lessons. Private lessons will be scheduled on a first come, first service basis. For more information about your request, you may contact Ashley, at the 50-Meter Pool, Monday-Friday from 1330-1600. We thank you for your patience.

COST	# OF STUDENTS	# OF LESSONS	PRICE OF LESSONS
Private Lesson	One Student	(4) 30 Min. Lessons	$55.00
Semi-Private Lesson	Two Students	(4) 40 Min. Lessons	$80.00
Group Private Lesson	Three Students	(4) 45 Min. Lessons	$100.00
**Please note, there is a $10 administrative fee for refunds.

ADVANCED SWIMMING SKILLS INFORMATION
Advanced swimming skills is an organized group instruction that covers all competitive swim strokes: freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. Students will learn drills and techniques that can be applied to all strokes.

REGISTRATION
All registration will be at the 50-Meter Pool (Bldg. 2395). Registration will be held Monday-Saturday, from 1000-1800. The registration dates and times are listed below.

* SESSION DATES		REGISTRATION DATES
A	23 JUNE - 3 JULY	16- 21 JUNE
B	7 - 17 JULY	30 JUNE - 5 JULY
C	21 - 31 JULY	14 - 19 JULY
D	4 - 14 AUGUST	28 JULY - 2 AUGUST
E	18 - 28 AUGUST	11 - 16 AUGUST

**Please consult with a swim instructor before enrolling your child in classes. Space is limited and switching classes last minute is difficult.

COST
$40 per session, per child.

CLASSES
Classes will meet Monday-Thursday, for 2 weeks. Each class will be conducted at the 50-Meter pool, and the classes will meet from 1100-1200. Below are the dates for each session:

Session A: June 23-July 3
Session B: July 7-17
Session C: July 21-31
Session D: August 4-14
Session E: August 18-28

**Pre-requisite: students must possess a Level 5 certificate, or student must be able to demonstrate all completion requirements for Level 5.

GUARDSTART: LIFEGUARDING TOMORROW INFORMATION
Interested in becoming a lifeguard? American Red Cross GuardStart: Lifeguarding Tomorrow prepare youth, ages 11-14 years old for the American Red Cross Lifeguarding program.

In this course, you will learn:
- Leadership skills
- Aquatic safety/prevention of mishaps
- Fitness and training skills
- Basic skills to attend the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Program

**Please note, this class is open to youth of all ages.

Pre-requisites:
- Continuously swim 25 yards front crawl demonstrating breathing to front or side.
- Tread water using arms and legs for one minute.
- Submerge and swim a distance of 10 feet under water.

**Please note this is a preparatory course from the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training course. No certifications are issued.

	SESSION DATES
	ALL CLASSES MEET MONDAY THRU THURSDAY FROM 1100-1300 AT THE 50-METER POOL
A	AQUATIC SAFETY & EMERGENICES	7 - 17 JULY
B	RESCUE SKILLS	21 - 31 JULY
C	HEAD, NECK & BACK INJURIES	4 - 14 AUGUST
D	CPR / AED & FIRST AID	18 - 28 AUGUST

Space is limited to 15 students. A minimum of 6 students is required to start a class. If this requirement is not met, the aquatic staff will explore other options to accommodate your needs.

COST
$50 per child, per session
**Cost includes a jr. lifeguard t-shirt (while supplies lasts)

**Please note, there is a $10 administrative fee for refunds.