Competitive Swim Instruction (ages 10 - 14)

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For ages 10-14.

Pre-requisites: Swim a minimum of 50 yards (2 laps) or more without stopping or needing assistance. Ability to swim backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle with rhythmic breathing.

All of the 4 basic competitive strokes will be covered (backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly, freestyle) rescue stroke, flip turns and diving. We will refine the swimmer's technique to increase efficiency, speed, endurance and comfort in the water.

Attention:

At Queensborough Community College safety for your children, parents/guardians and our staff is our number one priority. We require Parents/Guardians to remain in the building while their children swim. Swimmers that do not (or cannot) follow the instructor or lifeguard's directions, we may ask you to assist us on the side of the pool with your child or to join us in the pool with your child for safety concerns. If your child is sick, please keep them home.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions or further clarification.

Requests to switch to different swim sections should be sent to Qcccontinuinged@qcc.cuny.edu at least seven days prior to the first lesson. Such requests will be granted only in the event that space is available.

Make up classes are only granted in the event CEWD cancels a class, they are not granted due to a student's absence.

Skip date: 4/04

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What you'll learn

  • 4 basic competitive strokes will be covered (backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly, freestyle) rescue stroke, flip turns and diving.

Skills you'll gain

  • Increased efficiency
  • Speed and endurance

Instructor

Victoria Kleinschmidt

Available Schedules

Section: SP26S0208A
Feb 21 - May 2
Saturday
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Section: SP26U0209A
Feb 22 - May 3
Sunday
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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