In this class, children will learn how to swim the strokes of Freestyle (with side breathing) and will be introduced to Backstroke. The Freestyle side breathing skill may be the most important skill a child learns in swim lessons. Swim Strokes is drill-oriented and follows these skill progressions during each class:
Swim 25 M Freestyle, demonstrating at least 3 side breaths, Swim 10 M Backstroke on the surface of the water. Kick 25M on the back,with a kick board, with the arms at the sides. Kick 10M on the stomach in streamline, without a kick board.
After graduating from this technique, you may choose to take Advanced Swim Strokes.