Learn to Swim - Tuesday Session
Registration opens Monday 10/19 at 10am
The Milford Recreation Department is excited to offer this years Learn to Swim program.
Whether or not you plan to head to the pool, water is all around us - in rivers, lakes, Long Island Sound, oceans, and even bathtubs. By equipping your child with the lifesaving skill of swimming you'll be opening doors to a lifetime of fun, fitness, and enjoyment.
Our swimming classes for kids are tailored to the needs of each child, so that he or she can progress at a comfortable pace. And although some children may advance more quickly or slowly, our instructors ensure that everyone receives the instruction they need.
General Information
- Location: McCann Natatorium
- Cost: $100.00
- If your swimmer is not in the correct class, it creates an unsafe situation, and sometimes they cannot be moved to a different class. So please make sure your swimmer meets the proper level prerequisites below.
- No Refunds.
Level Information
Parents, please read each of the following descriptions for the swim class. If you are unsure of where your child fits, please put them in a lower level. We can always advance them to a different group, if it is available.
Level 1 Prerequisites:
No swimming experience necessary.
Must be out of diapers.
Must be able to sit and listen to instruction for 30 minutes.
Level 2 Prerequisites:
Enter and exit water independently.
Travel 5 yards in water (swim, walk or along gutter).
Glide on front with support 2 body lengths.
Back float for 5 seconds with support.
Level 3 Prerequisites:
Jump from the side into chest-deep water.
treading or floating position for at least 15 seconds.
Swim on front and/or back for 5 body lengths.
Back float for 15 seconds.
Level 4 Prerequisites:
Jump into deep water and recover to the surface.
Treading or floating for 1 minute.
Swim front crawl and/or elementary backstroke for 25 yards.
Swim front crawl for 15 yards, change direction and swim elementary backstroke for 15 yards.
NEW: Advanced Swim Skills
- For swimmers who have completed Learn to Swim Level 4, this program helps build confidence, improve swimming skills, and have fun in a supportive learning environment with Coach Lauren.
- Swimmers will continue developing their freestyle and backstroke with a focus on proper technique, body position, breathing, and efficient movement through the water. Sessions will include stroke drills, diving skills, and activities designed to build swimming endurance.
- Location: McCann Natatorium
- Cost: $110.00
- Swimmers must be able to make it 25 yards on their stomachs.
Cancellation Information
- In the event of inclement weather, the cancellation decision will be made 2 hours before the activity begins.
- Cancellation Information will be posted on MilfordRecreation.com
- If the program is canceled an email and/or text message will be sent to all registered participants.
- Please be sure to update your Household Account with your current contact information and that you opt to receive cancellation information.