March Swim Lessons at Wellness Center

March 2, 2018

March Swim Lessons

The CDC recommends all children know the basics of swimming because it can be life-saving information, especially for children age 1-4. Hopedale Wellness Center is offering leveled children’s swim lessons. All courses are offered on Tuesday and Thursday night March 6^th-29^th in the indoor aquatics area. Cost is $35 for HWC members and $45 for non-members. Register online at www.hopedalewc.com or by calling (309) 449-4500. If these times do not work for your busy schedule, private lessons can be set up by contacting the Wellness Center.

	Sample Skills Taught	Requirements	Time
Parent & Tot	Increase comfort in the water Front kicks Prone Glides Rolling over	Accompanying adult (one-on-one in the pool) Age 6 months Swim diaper or potty trained	5:30-6:00p
Level 1	Increased comfort in the water Putting face in the water for 3 seconds Floating with support for 3 seconds Leaving the side of the pool	Age 4 years	6:15-6:45p
Level 2	Unsupported floating for 5 seconds Jump in the water and return to the side Swim for 5 yards	Level 1 skills Age 4 years	7:00-7:30p
Level 3	Freestyle and back stroke swimming Treading water Jumping into deep water	Level 2 skills Age 4 years	6:15-6:45p
Level 4	Rotary breathing skills Increasing swim distance to 25 yards Elementary strokes Treading water for 2 minutes	Level 3 skills Age 4 years	7:00-7:30p

The Hopedale Wellness Center Aquatics area features a 25-yard junior Olympic pool with lap lanes, a warm-water therapy pool, and a large spa. The pool is located within the 34,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art Hopedale Wellness Center in Hopedale, IL.

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