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Turtle 1

  • 4 Swimmers Max

For Children Ages 3+ Who Are Comfortable in the Water and Ready to Develop Stroke and Safety Techniques

Turtle 1 is the final level in our survival swim progression and marks a major milestone in each swimmer’s journey. In this level, swimmers are introduced to key stroke foundations—including freestyle and backstroke—while continuing to reinforce core survival skills like swim-roll-swim and independent floating. Lessons combine endurance, technique, and water safety, with instructors focusing on both individual needs and group progression. Upon graduation, swimmers are celebrated as “safer swimmers” and ready to shift focus toward becoming stronger, more skilled swimmers in the next levels.

5 Goals of Turtle 1

  1. Streamline with flutter kick independently
  2. Swim-roll-swim to safety
  3. Independently swim 10 yards or 10 cycles of beginner backstroke with arms out
  4. Independently swim 10 yards or 10 cycles of beginner freestyle with arms out
  5. Demonstrate breathing on the side

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Water Safety Designed to Build Confidence

Every swimmer starts somewhere. Our programs are designed to meet swimmers where they are and guide them safely.

Water Acclimation

Become comfortable in the water with support from highly-trained & caring instructors. 

Water Survival

Build confidence and learn lifesaving survival skills like floating, rolling over & breathing.

Stroke Development

Strengthen your survival skills & become a master of the four competitive swim strokes.

A Different Approach To Building Water Confidence

Water Safety Comes First

Water safety is the foundation of our program, helping swimmers stay calm, capable, and in control in and around the water.

Expert Instructors

Our instructors are trained to meet swimmers where they are, supporting confidence and steady progress at every stage.

Designed For Steady Progress

Programs are designed to support progress at a pace that feels right for each swimmer, at every age and stage.

Personalized Instruction

Small group instruction of 4-6 swimmers allows for focused guidance, helping swimmers build comfort and confidence in the water.

Positive Learning Environment

Lessons are supportive and positive, helping swimmers stay engaged while building trust in the water.

Year-Round Enrollment

With year-round lessons, swimmers can start anytime and continue building confidence without long breaks.

A Different Approach To Building Water Confidence

Water Safety Comes First

Water safety is the foundation of our program, helping swimmers stay calm, capable, and in control in and around the water.

Expert Instructors

Our instructors are trained to meet swimmers where they are, supporting confidence and steady progress at every stage.

Designed For Steady Progress

Programs are designed to support progress at a pace that feels right for each swimmer, at every age and stage.

Personalized Instruction

Small group instruction of 4-6 swimmers allows for focused guidance, helping swimmers build comfort and confidence in the water.

Positive Learning Environment

Lessons are supportive and positive, helping swimmers stay engaged while building trust in the water.

Year-Round Enrollment

With year-round lessons, swimmers can start anytime and continue building confidence without long breaks.

Every Swimmer Starts Somewhere

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