Programs

Gold and Platinum classes are taught simultaneously and grouped together.

Gold
The goal of the Gold level is to refine Freestyle and Backstroke skills. Swimmers will be introduced to side breathing. They will also be introduced to Breaststroke kicking and Butterfly (dolphin) kicking. Swimmers will also be taught how to tread water, and strengthen this skill to be able to perform it for 1 minute.

Skills:
Tread water for 1 minute
Freestyle with proper side breathing techniques
Backstroke with proper form
Proficient breaststroke kicks in streamline
Proficient dolphin kicks in streamline, and with arms down

Platinum
The goal of the Platinum level is to be proficient in all swimming strokes for 25 yards. Swimmers are able to perform strokes and demonstrate knowledge of proper technique. They have adequate stamina to perform the strokes over longer distances.

Skills:
Freestyle – 25 yards
Backstroke – 25 yards
Breaststroke with proper form and timing – 25 yards
Butterfly with proper form and timing – 25 yards