Swim Levels Guide

Our swim program is divided into 5 different skill levels–see a detailed description of each level below. Classes may also be broken up by age, but the skills emphasized in each level remain the same. 

If you are unsure of you child’s current swim level, please contact us.

 For info about pricing and schedules, visit our Group Swim Lessons and Private Lessons pages, or contact us with your questions.

Parent Child: Ages 6 months – 4 years

This class builds swimming readiness by emphasizing fun in the water. Parents and children participate in several guided sessions to help children learn elementary skills which include water entry, bubble blowing, kicking, floating, underwater exploration and more

Level 1: Ages 4+

Level 1 is designed for the very beginner who is just starting to learn how to swim. This class will focus on pool safety, acclimation to the water and basic arm and leg movements.

Level 2: Ages 5+

Level 2 is designed for swimmers who are just starting to swim on their own, buy may still require some assistance. This class focuses on strengthening swimming ability and introducing the movements/breathing for basic strokes.

Level 3: Prerequisite

Level 3 works to development on stroke technique while building endurance. Swimmers gain basic understanding of front crawl, back crawl, elementary back stroke and breast stroke and advance through guided practice in deeper water. Prerequisite: Swimmers must be able to swim on their front and back without assistance for 15 feet.

Level 4: Prerequisite

Level 4 focuses on further stroke refinement, endurance and breathwork. Swimmers become more proficiency and develop a strong understanding of the movements and breathing for front crawl, back crawl, elementary back stroke, breast stroke and side stroke. Prerequisite: Requires instructor approval.

Adult: Ages 17+

Adult is designed for the very beginner who is just starting to learn how to swim. This class will focus on pool safety, acclimation to the water and basic arm and leg movements.

Aquatics Inquiry Form

Thank you for your interest in our Aquatics program at the Shrewsbury Club. Please fill out the form below to request more information on our program.