Event Description
Description
This is a class for beginning swimmers ages 5 and up. No previous swimming experience is required for Level I. Participants will:
§ Be encouraged to explore the water
o Blow bubbles
o Wet their face
o Open their eyes underwater
o Breathe rhythmically (bobbing)
§ Experiment with buoyancy
o Float on their front and back with support
o Tread water with support
§ Experiment with locomotion
o Kick on their front and back with support
o Demonstrate arm action on their front and back with support
§ Learn about basic water safety
§ Have fun and lay the foundation for becoming safe, strong swimmers