Winter 2019-20 Hometown Messenger

Shakopee Aquatics is a provider of the American Red Cross Learn to Swim program. Please refer to the level descriptions and choose the once that most closely fits your child’s swimming ability. If you have questions on level placement, please call Aquatics Supervisor Katelyn at 952-233-9508. • Our instructors are committed and trained to teach your child the necessary skills for each level. It is common for participants to repeat levels before advancing. Additional practice time outside of class is essential for improvement and retention. • No refunds will be issued after registration deadline. • Parks and Recreation does not allow for make ups for missed classes. • Please arrive early to your class to change, use the restroom, and shower. Showers are mandatory before class. • Please register your child for the recommended level. Do not register for a higher level than recommended. Shakopee Parks and Recreation reserves the right to move children to the appropriate level if they are registered for a level that does not match their ability. • Classes may be combined or cancelled if minimum enrollment is not met.

TEACHER-STUDENT RATIOS FOR SWIM LESSONS

Tadpole/Turtle

1:12

Crayfish/Frog/Otter

1:5 1:6 1:8

LEARN TO SWIM @ INDOOR AQUATIC CENTER

Sunfish/Bluegill Trout/Walleye Salmon/Muskie

1:10

Register early as space is limited. Swim lesson registration closes 10 days prior to the first day of class.

PARENT AND CHILD LEVELS Levels Prerequisites

What will they learn?

Tadpole Parent-Child 1

No prerequisites. Children not fully potty trained should wear a swim diaper to class. •

Explore swimming and become comfortable in the water • Blow bubbles • Front and back floats • Submerge under water

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Ages: 6 Months-3 Years

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How to enter and exit water safely Build upon skills learned in Tadpole

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Be comfortable in the water Be able to submerge face

Turtle Parent-Child 2

Arm scoops

Be comfortable with parent and instructor help

Leg kicks

Ages 1-5

Front and back floats

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Shakopee Parks & Recreation Department

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