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The “Tadpole” level is designed for young swimmers just beginning to explore the water. At this stage, the focus is on water comfort and safety. Swimmers are introduced to basic water experiences, such as willingness to get in the water, bubble blowing, getting their faces in the water, and learning how to float with support both front and back float. They practice basic kicking and learn how to move around in the water with the help of an instructor.
In the “Penguin” level, children begin to work on more foundational swimming skills. They start to practice independent floating, both on their backs and front, while gaining better control over their movements. Kicking techniques are further developed with front floating and glides. Swimmers also start working on basic arm movements and are encouraged to start moving short distances while floating. 
In the “Seahorse” level, the focus for seahorses is strengthening the basic arm stroke and kicking. Breathing is added to the arm stroke. Backstroke is introduced, as well as treading water.
At the “Stingray” level, the swimmers have strengthened their skills and are becoming proficient in the water. Continued practice on strengthening the front crawl (freestyle) and backstroke, as well as adding additional safety skills.
The Whale course will move the swimmer along learning new skills while continuing to reinforce and strengthen existing strokes. Children may begin to experiment with the breaststroke and focus on proper breathing techniques. The goal is to improve the child’s swimming technique while ensuring they can swim a few lengths of the pool with good form. Treading water, learning how to dive, and practicing basic water rescue techniques are also introduced.
The Shark class is designed to create strong lifelong swimmers. The swimmers continue to build strength and endurance in their strokes. They improve their front crawl, backstroke, and breaststroke, swimming longer distances with proper techniques. The basics of the butterfly stroke are introduced, along with drills to increase stamina. This level also emphasizes water safety.
