Swimmer Levels 1–6

Our Swimmer Levels 1–6 program is designed for children ages 5 and up who are ready to develop strong, safe, and confident swimming skills. Whether your child is new to independent swimming or building toward more advanced technique, this structured Swim for Life–accredited program guides swimmers step by step through essential skills.

Swimmer Level 1 — Learning Independence & Basic Skills

Swimmers focus on gaining confidence and learning to move independently.

Key Skills:

  • Safe entries and exits

  • Submersion and blowing bubbles

  • Front and back floats with support

  • Assisted glides

  • Flutter kick on front and back

  • Jumping into chest-deep water

  • Basic water safety rules

Outcome: Building comfort, trust, and safe body movement in the water.

Swimmer Level 2 — Coordinated Movement & Early
Stroke Work

Swimmers begin connecting movements and learning simple stroke technique.

Key Skills:

  • Front crawl basics with coordinated breathing

  • Back crawl introduction

  • Stronger flutter kick

  • Longer front and back glides

  • Introduction to treading water

  • Safe recovery from jumps in deeper water

Outcome: Developing coordinated, controlled swimming and improving endurance.

Swimmer Level 3 — Longer Distances & Developing
Technique

Swimmers refine technique and learn important deep-water safety skills.

Key Skills:

  • Improved front crawl and back crawl distances

  • Whip kick introduction

  • Deep-water confidence

  • Increased treading time

  • Learning surface support

  • Age-appropriate rescue techniques

Outcome: Preparing swimmers for deeper-water environments with growing skill and independence.

Please note due to a pool depth of 5.5′ kneeling dives are not covered.
 

Swimmer Level 4 — Endurance, Efficiency & Advanced
Basics

This level focuses on strength, efficiency, and readiness for advanced programs.

Key Skills:

  • Longer front crawl and back crawl swims

  • Whip kick proficiency

  • Breaststroke timing introduction

  • Falls-in, jumps & deep-water recovery

  • Extended treading and endurance swimming

Outcome: Swimmers become confident, capable, and ready for deeper pools.

Please note due to a pool depth of 5.5′ standing dives are not covered.

 

Swimmer Level 5- Longer Endurance & Stroke Mastery

This level builds on stroke efficiency, introducing new techniques and preparing swimmers for full endurance and stroke mastery.

Key Skills:

  • Refinement of front crawl and back crawl for distance
  • Breaststroke pull and kick coordination
  • Extended endurance swims
  • Deep-water treading
  • Confidence-building drills
 
Outcome: Swimmers develop well-rounded stroke technique across competitive strokes and build the stamina and confidence needed to swim longer distances independently.
Please note due to a pool depth of 5.5′ standing dives are not covered.

Swimmer Level 6 - Capstone Program, Refinement & Confidence

This level is the capstone of the Swim for Life program, refining competitive strokes and building the fitness and independence needed for advanced aquatics.
 
Key Skills:
  • Full stroke mechanics for front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke
  • Sustained distance and endurance swimming
  • Treading and survival float for extended periods
  • Water safety and self-rescue skills.
 
Outcome: Swimmers graduate as strong, independent swimmers ready for more advanced aquatic programs (Rookie, Ranger, Star or Bronze Medallion aquatic programs)
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FAQs — Swimmer Levels 1–6

Generally ages 5 and up, depending on comfort and readiness.

We use Swim for Life guidelines and instructor assessment to ensure your child starts at the right level

That’s completely normal. We introduce deeper water gradually with close instructor support.

Classes run 30–40 minutes depending on the level.

Extra practice helps, but not required — swimmers progress well with weekly attendance.

Every child progresses differently. Our instructors ensure your child feels confident and capable before moving ahead.

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