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Shark 1

  • 6 Swimmers Max

For Children Ages 3+ Working on Refining Technique Across All Four Strokes

Shark 1 is an advanced level designed for swimmers who have developed strong stroke fundamentals and solid body positioning. Building on this foundation, lessons focus on refining technique, improving breathing control, and increasing stamina and strength across all four strokes—freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. Distance swimming is introduced, along with advanced skills like flip turns and streamline positioning. Swimmers are challenged to become more independent and goal-oriented, with a focus on personal growth, consistency, and readiness for higher-level swimming.

5 Goals of Shark 1

  1. Backstroke 25 yards
  2. Freestyle 25 yards
  3. Breaststroke 25 yards
  4. Butterfly 25 yards
  5. Freestyle flip turn

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With A Splash Of Fun

Our step-by-step program makes learning fun while helping you build confidence, improve water safety, and master essential swimming skills at your own pace.

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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