KIDS FIRST

THE SWIM SCHOOL

Ages: 8 weeks & up

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In a world surrounded by bodies of water; from pools to oceans and lakes, equipping children with the ability to swim can be an essential safeguard for water safety. Here at the Swim School at Kids First, we are dedicated to teaching children to swim, and to be safe in and around all water ways.

Our Swim School curriculum blends progressive skills with a patient, non threatening approach, allowing children to feel comfortable and confident in the water. Our instructors are gentle, creative and focused on balancing the progressive steps of swimming with the the individual support each child may need to learn to swim confidently.

While there is no substitute for adult supervision, formal swim lessons are associated with an 88% lower risk of drowning for children ages 1 to 4 years old. By learning to swim at an early age, children gain a sense of confidence and control in the water, reducing the risk of drowning accidents. This life-saving skill teaches children to navigate aquatic environments, fosters a sense of independence and teaches them an appropriate respect for safety in and around all water. But once again, there is no substitute for adult supervision!

WHY CHOOSE THE SWIM SCHOOL AT KIDS FIRST?
Kids First has been teaching children to swim since 1998. Our award winning swim lessons, as named two straight years by Cincinnati Family Magazine, make it easy for children of all ages to ‘test the waters’ of swimming in a safe, creative environment.

• We have classes for infants thru teens, starting as young as 8-weeks old!
• Warm air and 90º water temperature makes the transition in/out of water comfortable for kids
• Our program is year ‘round: because life skills are always in season!
• Our classes are held 7 days a week for busy families
• Our instructors are carefully trained to relate to even the most apprehensive child
• The Kids First 100% tuition-back guarantee if not satisfied within your first month of classes!

NICE TO KNOW INFO

• Swim diapers are required for all children not yet potty trained (swim diapers are available for purchase at our Hospitality Desk).
• Our filters are sensitive; appropriate swim attire is necessary; swim suits, swim shorts, swim shirts, etc.
• Street clothes are not allowed in the pool
• We request that parents/guardians watch lessons from the swim lobby
  
• The swim lobby door (entering into the swim area) may not be propped open

SWIM SCHOOL LEVEL INFO...

Baby Guppies

Infant Introduction Class

Parent Participation

Ages: 8 weeks - 6 months

Class Length: 30 minutes

Price: $99 per month

BREATH CONTROL:

• Cup of showers
• Water kisses

WATER CONDITIONING:

• Mat Play
• Back floats with assistance
• Body positioning

Lil Guppies

Infant Introduction Class

Parent Participation

Ages: 7-18 months

Class Length:  30 minutes

Price: $137 per month

BREATH CONTROL:

• Introduction to bubbles
• Assisted submersion

MOVEMENT:

• Assisted glides and safety rolls
• Introduction to kicking and scooping

BASIC SAFETY:

• Back float with assistance
• Wall climbs
• In-water turning
  

Big Guppies

Infant Introduction Class

Parent Participation

Ages: 19 months - 36 months

Class Length:  30 minutes

Price: $137 per month

MOVEMENT:

• Introduction to submerged swimming
• Safety roll with light assistance

FOUNDATIONS OF SWIMMING:

• Mouth and nose bubbles
• Synchronized kicking and scooping
• Back floats with light assistance

INDEPENDENCE:

• Independent swimps
• Self rescue

Level 1 Sr. - Group Lesson
Water Comfort and Safety

Ages: 6 years & up
Class Length:  30 minutes

Price: $137 per month

BREATH CONTROL:

• Submersion for 3 seconds

FRONT GLIDES:

• Independent front glide with reaching arms

BACK FLOATS:

• Front glide and roll into backfloat for 10 seconds

ENTRIES AND EXITS:

• Jump into the pool and roll into a backfloat
• Assisted exit (elbow, elbow, tummy, knee, knee)
  

Level 2 - Group Lesson
Water Safety and Confidence

Pre-Reg: Level 1 Skills

Class Length:  30 minutes

Price: $137 per month

FRONT GLIDE REVIEW:

• Independent front glide with pizza arms

KICKING:

• Flutter kicking technique

GLIDE ROLL SWIM:

• Independent movement across the pool with breath recovery

ENTRIES AND EXITS:

• Climb out, jump in, roll into backfloat, and swim back to the wall

Level 3 - Group Lesson
Rhythmic Breathing and Introduction to Competitive Technique

Pre-Reg: Level 2 Skills

Class Length:  30 minutes

Price: $137 per month

FRONT GLINE AND KICKING REVIEW:

• Front glide with "pizza arms" and kicks

FREESTYLE SIDE BREATH:

• Freestyle breath recovery

BACKSTROKE KICKING:

• Backstroke kicking drills and technique

SITTING DIVES:

• Dives starting from sitting down position

Level 4 - Group Lesson
Compeitive Swimming Technique

Pre-Reg: Level 3 Skills

Class Length:  30 minutes

Price: $137 per month

KICKING AND SIDE BREATH REVIEW:

• Freestyle side breath and backstroke kick

FREESTYLE STROKE TECHNIQUE:

• Bilateral catch-up freestyle

BACKSTROKE TECHNIQUE:

• Backstroke technique

KNEE DIVES:

• Dives starting from kneeling position

Level 5 - Group Lesson
Advanced Competitive Stroke Technique

Pre-Reg: Level 4 Skills

Class Length:  30 minutes

Price: $137 per month

FREESTYLE AND BACKSTROKE REVIEW:

• Synchronized freestyle and backstroke technique

BREASTSTROKE KICK TECHNIQUE:

• Introduction to breaststroke kick technique
• Breaststroke kick drills

BUTTERFLY DOLPHIN KICK TECHNIQUE:

• Introduction to dolphin kick technique
• Dolphin kick drills
  

Level 6 Barracuda 1 - Group Lesson
Advanced Competitive Stroke Technique

Pre-Reg: Level 5 Skills

Class Length:  1 hour

Price: $137 per month

FREESTYLE AND BACKSTROKE REVIEW:

• Competitive freestyle and backstroke technique

BREASTSTROKE ADVANCED TECHNIQUE:

• Breaststroke technique
• Breaststroke arm and synchronization drills

BUTTERFLY ADVANCED TECHNIQUE:

• Butterfly stroke technique
• Butterfly arm and synchronization drills

Level 6 Barracuda 1 - Group Lesson
Advanced Competitive Stroke Technique

Pre-Reg: Level 5 Skills

Class Length:  1 hour

Price: $137 per month

FREESTYLE AND BACKSTROKE REVIEW:

• Competitive freestyle and backstroke technique

BREASTSTROKE ADVANCED TECHNIQUE:

• Breaststroke technique
• Breaststroke arm and synchronization drills

BUTTERFLY ADVANCED TECHNIQUE:

• Butterfly stroke technique
• Butterfly arm and synchronization drills

FOUNDATIONS PEDIATRIC THERAPY

ADAPTIVE SWIM ONE-ON-ONE LESSONS

Do you have a child who needs help to fully participate in activites?

At Kids First we realize that every child is a kid first. But, they are each on their own person. They all grow and develop differently. Mergers is for children who need extra attention to succeed at first. It is for building their abilities to be able to be independent in the future.

Limited spots, Sign up now!

Cost: $288 per month

Length: 30 minutes

What is included?

30 minutes 1:1 adaptive swim lesson

For more information:

Contact Dr. Rachel A. Lott, OTD, OTR/L, BCP at rlott@kidsfirstsports.com

THE SWIM SCHOOL

STAFF QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Our staff loves children and teaching them to love the water. Our leadership team has over twenty years of experience in teaching infants and toddlers. The Swim School staff complete 40 hours of hands-on in water training and 8 hours of land instructions based on a curriculum developed from over 20 years in the learn to swim industry.

Our Infant/Toddler instructors are trained through the United States Swim School Association, the leading organization for professional year round swim instructors. 

We pride ourselves on continuous improvement by learning from International experts at quarterly training sessions.

ACCREDITATIONS

Members of the USSSA (United States Swim School Association)