AQUATICS
Level 3 : Stroke Development
For Intermediate Swimmers Instructor : Aquatics Staff Ages : 5 +
The objectives of Learn-to-Swim Level 3 are to expand proficiency of previously learned skills by providing additional guided practice . Participants learn and practice survival floating and learn to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke at rudimentary proficiency levels . We begin introduction of the scissors and dolphin kicks and extend the time duration for treading water . Participants also learn rules for headfirst entries and begin to learn to enter the water headfirst from a seated position at poolside . As in all levels , new and previously addressed water safety topics are included . Participants who successfully complete Level 3 have achieved basic water competency in a pool environment .
September 15 – November 10 ( no class 10 / 20 ) Sundays , 12:15 - 12:45 pm CODE 19967
$ 150 members | $ 180 nonmembers $ 130 JCC preschooler
Level 4 : Stroke Improvement ( equivalent to Pre-Fins Beg . Novice )
A technique focused swimming class Instructor : Aquatics Staff Ages : 5 +
In Learn-to-Swim Level 4 , participants improve their aquatic skills and increase their endurance by swimming the strokes learned in Level 3 ( i . e ., front crawl , elementary backstroke ) for greater distances and with more advanced proficiency . Participants add arm actions to the previously learned scissors kick and breaststroke kick to perform the rudimentary sidestroke and to learn the breaststroke . Participants also begin to learn the back crawl and butterfly , as well as the basics of performing a simple open turn at a wall .
September 15 – November 10 ( no class 10 / 20 ) Sundays 11:45 - 12:15 pm CODE 19968
$ 150 members | $ 180 nonmembers $ 130 JCC preschooler
Pre-Fins Group
Instructor : Aquatics Staff Ages : 5-10
Pre-fins is a great way to keep your child active this year while introducing them to Dolphin Club swim team program ! Practices are run as a hybrid between a swim team practice and group swim lessons . This gives the swimmers more personal attention from our coaches to improve their strokes , while also giving them a taste of the competitive swimming world . We will be holding fun intrasquad meets at the JCC throughout the year . The Pre-fins program emphasizes learning , fitness , and fun !
Pre-Fin swimmers will learn the basics of all 4 competitive strokes in an encouraging atmosphere . The coaches focus on teaching proper stroke technique , introducing starts and turns , and developing the joy of swimming using games , activities , and challenges . The interpersonal skills necessary to compete in the sport of swimming will also be taught – working with teammates , following directions , listening to the coaches , and having fun .
We will wrap up each session with a fun intra-squad swim meet held at the Weinstein JCC . This will give each swimmer a taste of the excitement and fun of competing in a real swim meet !
Pre-Fins Practice Recommendations : 2 practices a week are recommended but not required . Each practice session lasts 45 minutes . Swimmers can expect to work up to swimming 500 to 1,000 yards per practice session .
Pre-requisite for the Pre-Fin Group : Able to complete a 25-yard freestyle and backstroke without assistance
September 15 – November 10 ( no class 10 / 20 ) Sundays , 2:00 - 2:45 pm Fridays , 4:35 - 5:20 pm CODE 19969 $ 240 member | $ 270 nonmember $ 220 Kids ’ Place
Dolphin Club Swim Team
Make friends and waves in the water all year round !
Ages : 7 – 18
There has been something special happening here at the Weinstein JCC with the Dolphin Club swimming program . With the “ Fin Family ”, athletes can experience competitive swimming in an environment that facilitates self-confidence , teaches patience throughout the process , and encourages positive relationship building . Families now have the option of month-to-month payments ! For more information visit the swim team website at teamunify . com / vadcst
Please contact Coach Craig Clift at cclift @ weinsteinjcc . org to set up a free evaluation / tryout to see which level is the best fit for your swimmer !
Level 1 Dolphin
Level 1 is our introductory Dolphin group for 9- to 12-year-old swimmers as well as advanced 7- 8-year-old swimmers . The Dolphin Group focuses on teaching the basics of all 4 competitive strokes and starts and turns in a fun , challenging environment . Coaches will emphasize proper stroke technique , starts , and turns , and building cardiovascular endurance through drills , sets and enjoyable activities . Coaches will work on the interpersonal skills necessary to compete in the sport of swimming – working with teammates , following directions , listening to the coaches , and having fun .
Dolphin Club recommends that Level 1 swimmers participate in monthly area swim meets to assess their progress .
Dolphin Practice Recommendations : 3 to 4 practices a week are recommended but not required . Each practice session lasts 1 hour . Swimmers can expect to work up to swimming 1,500 to 2,500 yards per practice session .
Pre-requisites for the Level 1 Dolphin Group : 7 – 8-year-old swimmers must be legal in 3 of 4 strokes , and perform legal starts and turns
9 – 12-year-old swimmers must be able to complete a 25 yd freestyle & backstroke without assistance
Practice Schedule : Sunday , 2:45 – 3:45 PM Mondays - Thursdays , 4:00 – 5:00 PM
CODE 19970 $ 135 member | $ 155 nonmember ( monthly )
Contact Myles Phelps , Aquatics , Sports , & Recreation Director , at 545-8630 or mphelps @ weinsteinjcc . org for more information . 22 Weinstein JCC • 2024 Fall Activity Guide