Learn to Swim
The Recreation Division is committed to increasing public awareness around swimming lessons and swim safety and ensuring access to programs and facilities for all Manchester residents. All lifeguards are American Red Cross Certified, and have undergone extensive training to ensure the safety of all community members using our swimming facilities.
Drowning is the second-leading cause of accidental death for children under 14 in the United States. Research has shown that formal swimming lessons reduce the risk of childhood drowning by 88%. Swim lessons are life-saving resources, critical to public health and well-being, and should be taught year-round. To sign up for swim lessons, please check the link HERE or call one of the recreation facilities.
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Level 6 Swim Lesson Descriptions
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With our ongoing Learn to Swim Marketing Campaign, one of the feedback questions we receive is “what aquatic programs do you have for my pre -teen?” We are excited to offer two new opportunities for young adults who have taken and passed level 6. These lessons are geared for individuals who are between 11 – 13 years of age.
The first new level 6 you’ll see is the level 6 Open Water. This class will prepare and challenge your child for long distance swimming in an open water facility. This class will take place on Tuesday and Thursday nights at Globe Hollow. You will learn the different challenges you could encounter while swimming open water as well as gaining endurance for long distance swimming.
The other branch that we are excited to announce is Level 6 Lifeguard and Water Sport Introduction. This class will take place on Monday and Wednesday nights at Globe Hollow. Your child will learn introductory skills of lifeguarding as well as the different types of water sport activities.
Both classes will have guest instructors and the opportunity to meet professionals in the aquatic field.
Level 6 Lifeguard and Water Sport Introduction
Where: Globe Hollow Swimming Area
When: Monday/Wednesday 6:50 – 7:30 p.m.
Ages: 11 – 13
Session 1: 07/01/24 – 07/31/24
Fee: $25
Level 6 Open Water Introduction
Where: Globe Hollow Swimming Area
When: Tuesday/Thursday 6:50 – 7:30 p.m.
Ages: 11 – 13
Session 1: 07/02/24 – 07/06/24
Fee: $25
Water Safety Instructor Class (WSI) Summer Session
Become certified instructor to be able to teach swimming lessons. This American Red Crosscourse trains instructor candidates to teach all of the courses presented in the Swimming and Water Safety program to all age groups including Learn-to-Swim Levels 1-6, Adult Swim and Infant, Toddler, Preschool classes. This certification is the gold standard and provides the most comprehensive training for swim instructors. Due to this being a Blended Learning course, online and in person, registration will close on 08/05.
Prerequisites: Must be at least 16 years of age and be able to swim at a Learn to Swim level 4 ability.
Location: Salters Pool 123 Lydall St Manchester, CT
Ages: 16+
Meets: Monday – Friday: 08/12/24 – 08/16/24 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Fee: $100/$250 (nr)
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Swim Lesson Update
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Hello all! Please see the updates below regarding swim lessons!
May 1:
- Parents can register their campers at Leisure Labs and Martin Camps for morning swim lessons.
- This is ONLY for children enrolled in the mentioned camps.
May 8:
- Registration for summer swim lessons opens for the general public.
We will be in touch soon, Manchester!
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