playkettering.org For more information, call 937.296.2587. SWIM LESSONS 45 INFANT AND TODDLER AQUATICS Aquatic readiness is based on developmental age, maturity, and on previous aquatic experience. The foundation of Infant and Toddler Aquatics courses is a set of basic skills that help prepare young children to become comfortable in the water so they are willing and ready to learn to swim. With a focus on safety and an emphasis on fun, these courses provide parents with information and techniques to create safer aquatic experiences for their children. Skills are taught with a child’s developmental age in mind and with the understanding that younger children may not be able to perform skills as well as older children. PRESCHOOL AQUATICS Children, ages 3 to 5, will learn water safety, survival skills and foundational swimming concepts in a safe and fun environment. Skills are age-appropriate, allowing students to achieve success on a regular basis. Parent and Child Level 1: 6 months to 3 years This class is designed for young ones with little or no water experience. Using play, songs, and/or games Parents will be led by the instructor in water acclimation techniques to help children become comfortable and safe in and around water. Skills covered may include entering and exiting a pool, blowing bubbles, paddling, kicking, floating and underwater exploration. Next level based on ability to perform skills with prompting and support from parent and/or instructor. One parent per participant is required to be in the water every class. 02-10101-A Tue. 5:10 – 5:40 p.m. Mar. 11 - Apr. 15 02-10101-B Sat. 11:20 – 11:50 a.m. Mar. 15 – Apr. 19 02-10101-C Tue. 5:10 – 5:40 p.m. Apr. 29 – Jun. 3 02-10101-D Sat. 11:20 – 11:50 a.m. May 3 – Jun. 7 Fee: $60/resident; $75/non-resident Location: Kettering Recreation Complex Main Pool Parent and Child Level 2: 6 months to 3 years Prerequisite: Participation in Parent and Child Level 1 or Aquatic Supervisor approval. This class builds on the skills gained in Parent and Child 1: Water Acclimation. Parents will be led by the instructor in activities designed to teach children how to become more confident and take another step toward independent swimming. Skills covered may include swimming on front with assistance, underwater exploration, retrieving a submerged object, glides, and floating. One adult per participant is required to be in the water every class. 02-10102-A Tue. 5:45 – 6:15 p.m. Mar. 11 – Apr. 15 02-10102-B Tue. 5:45 – 6:15 p.m. Apr. 29 – Jun. 3 Fee: $60/resident; $75/non-resident Location: Kettering Recreation Complex Main Pool Preschool Intermediate: Ages: 3 – 5 Prerequisite: Successful completion of all Preschool Beginner skills or Aquatic Supervisor approval. Improving skills learned in Preschool Beginner, this course will work on building strength and endurance for participants to gain the ability to float and swim for short distances independently. Skills covered may include jumping into deep water, front, jellyfish, and tuck floats, recovering from glides and floats, and swimming on front and back independently. Next level based on ability to perform skills *No classes on Jan. 25 & Feb. 15 02-10112-A Tue. 5:45 – 6:15 p.m. Mar .11 – Apr. 15 02-10112-B Sat. 9 – 9:30 a.m. Mar. 15 – Apr. 19 02-10112-C Tue. 5:45 – 6:15 p.m. Apr. 29 – Jun. 3 02-10112-D Sat. 9 – 9:30 a.m. May 3 – Jun. 7 Fee: $60/resident; $75/non-resident Location: Kettering Recreation Complex Main Pool Preschool Beginner: Ages: 3 – 5 Prerequisite: 3 years old or Aquatic Supervisor approval. This introductory course is for preschoolers with little or no swimming experience. Children will learn comfort and confidence in the water while gaining foundational swimming concepts. Skills covered may include water entry and exit, floating, gliding, swimming on front, swimming on back, and treading water. Next level based on ability to perform skills with limited to no assistance. 02-10111-A Tue. 5:10 – 5:40 p.m. Mar .11 – Apr. 15 02-10111-B Sat. 9 – 9:30 a.m. Mar. 15 – Apr. 19 02-10111-C Tue. 5:10 – 5:40 p.m. Apr. 29 – Jun. 3 02-10111-D Sat. 9 – 9:30 a.m. May 3 – Jun. 7 Fee: $60/resident; $75/non-resident Location: Kettering Recreation Complex Main Pool Underwater Easter Egg Hunt Ages: 2+ Families are cordially invited to join us for a delightful twist on the classic egg hunt experience. Our event offers divided sections based on age groups to make the day even more enjoyable for everyone. Plus, there’s no need to worry about going hungry or running out of things to do, as we’ll have a selection of snacks and crafts available for added entertainment. All attendees, including adults, must register. Children under 6 must be accompanied in the water by an adult. Ages: 2 – 7 02-20972-A Sun. 1 – 1:30 p.m. Apr.13 Ages: 8+ 02-20972-B Sun. 2 – 2:30 p.m. Apr. 13 Fee: $7/resident; $9/non-resident Location: Kettering Recreation Complex Adaptive Underwater Easter Egg Hunt Ages: 2+ Families are welcome to join us for a unique and enjoyable twist on the conventional egg hunt experience, thoughtfully designed for children with sensory sensitivities. As we prioritize safety, please be advised that children under the age of 6 must be accompanied in the water by an adult. In addition to the egg-citing sensory experience, we have organized a selection of activities that are sure to delight all participants. 02-20972-C Sun. 3 – 3:30 p.m. Apr. 13 Fee: $7/resident; $9/non-resident Location: Kettering Recreation Complex
