LEARN TO SWIM programme
Duckling
Adult & Toddler
For toddlers aged between 21/2 to 31/2 years old.
Aim - to introduce basic swimming skills
Otters
Adult & Child
For children aged between 31/2 to 5 years old.
Aim - to introduce the fundamentals of each stroke
Children’s lessons
(for over 5 years of age)
Beginners
Cygnets Unable to swim 5m.
Swan Can kick 5m on front and back with
(or Cygnets 2) confidence and swim 5m with aids.
Improver 1
Penguin 1 Can kick 10m on front and back and
swim 10m assisted / 5m unassisted.
Penguin 2 Can swim 10m on front.
Improver 2
Dolphins 1 Can swim 10m on back /
15m on front.
Dolphins 2 Can swim 15m on back and
25m front.
Developer
Seals 1 Can swim 25m front and back crawl.
Seals 2 Can swim 50m front and back crawl.
adults lessons
Beginners
Unable to swim up to 15m.
Improvers
Able to swim over 15m.
Advanced
Can swim continuously for100m in two strokes
NOTE :
The above criteria are simple guidelines and technical ability is obiviously a vital part of the development process.
The swimming teacher will be able to provide further detail for each level.
parents common queries answered
Q Are all of your teachers qualified?
A All of our teachers have an Amateur Swimming Association Teaching Qualification.
Q May my child have to repeat a class?
A Yes pupils sometimes have to repeat a Learn to Swim level a number of times.
Unless it is deemed safe for the child to progress and that the child will cope with
the practices given in the next level, the child will not move on.
Q Why did my child hardly swim during their lesson?
A The pupils may on occasion, particularly early on in a block, do a lot of water
confidence skills therefore may only do only a few breadths or lengths. This does
not mean they are not learning or the teacher is not working them hard enough.
Q What happens if there is no space in the next class?
A If there is no space in the next level for the pupil to move onto they will stay on in
the same level until a space becomes available. If the parent decides this is not
worthwhile (although we assure you it is better to continue in the same class to
maintain the level achieved) the child’s name will be placed on the priority waiting
list until a space becomes available.
Q Why isn’t my child moving on like the other children?
A As you are well aware children develop at different rates and in swimming skills
this is no different. Your child may well progress at a different rate to a child of the same age
tips
1. It is a good idea to purchase goggles as they help provide water confidence
and pupils are generally happier to open their eyes under the water with
them on.
2. If the pupil has long hair it is best to tie it back so that it doesn’t
interfere with the pupils stroke or breathing.
3. Do not eat a large meal within 2 hours of the beginning the lesson.
4. The more experience the child receives in a water environment the
better both for learning skills and the gaining of confidence. So please
encourage your child to visit the swimming pool as often as possible in
between Learn to Swim classes.
www.northlan.gov.uk
Duckling
Adult & Toddler
For toddlers aged between 21/2 to 31/2 years old.
Aim - to introduce basic swimming skills
Otters
Adult & Child
For children aged between 31/2 to 5 years old.
Aim - to introduce the fundamentals of each stroke
Children’s lessons
(for over 5 years of age)
Beginners
Cygnets Unable to swim 5m.
Swan Can kick 5m on front and back with
(or Cygnets 2) confidence and swim 5m with aids.
Improver 1
Penguin 1 Can kick 10m on front and back and
swim 10m assisted / 5m unassisted.
Penguin 2 Can swim 10m on front.
Improver 2
Dolphins 1 Can swim 10m on back /
15m on front.
Dolphins 2 Can swim 15m on back and
25m front.
Developer
Seals 1 Can swim 25m front and back crawl.
Seals 2 Can swim 50m front and back crawl.
adults lessons
Beginners
Unable to swim up to 15m.
Improvers
Able to swim over 15m.
Advanced
Can swim continuously for100m in two strokes
NOTE :
The above criteria are simple guidelines and technical ability is obiviously a vital part of the development process.
The swimming teacher will be able to provide further detail for each level.
parents common queries answered
Q Are all of your teachers qualified?
A All of our teachers have an Amateur Swimming Association Teaching Qualification.
Q May my child have to repeat a class?
A Yes pupils sometimes have to repeat a Learn to Swim level a number of times.
Unless it is deemed safe for the child to progress and that the child will cope with
the practices given in the next level, the child will not move on.
Q Why did my child hardly swim during their lesson?
A The pupils may on occasion, particularly early on in a block, do a lot of water
confidence skills therefore may only do only a few breadths or lengths. This does
not mean they are not learning or the teacher is not working them hard enough.
Q What happens if there is no space in the next class?
A If there is no space in the next level for the pupil to move onto they will stay on in
the same level until a space becomes available. If the parent decides this is not
worthwhile (although we assure you it is better to continue in the same class to
maintain the level achieved) the child’s name will be placed on the priority waiting
list until a space becomes available.
Q Why isn’t my child moving on like the other children?
A As you are well aware children develop at different rates and in swimming skills
this is no different. Your child may well progress at a different rate to a child of the same age
tips
1. It is a good idea to purchase goggles as they help provide water confidence
and pupils are generally happier to open their eyes under the water with
them on.
2. If the pupil has long hair it is best to tie it back so that it doesn’t
interfere with the pupils stroke or breathing.
3. Do not eat a large meal within 2 hours of the beginning the lesson.
4. The more experience the child receives in a water environment the
better both for learning skills and the gaining of confidence. So please
encourage your child to visit the swimming pool as often as possible in
between Learn to Swim classes.
www.northlan.gov.uk
1 comment:
Wah ternyata klo belajar renang banyak step - stepnya yah, ga kaya gw dulu langsung nyebur ke kali n tenggelam dengan sukses. hehe
nugraha
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