Swim Lessons
Private and semi-private swim lessons are offered at Southern Village Club by qualified instructors.
2024 SVC Swim Lesson Interest Form
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Please note that filling out the interest form does not mean you are registered for swim lessons. You will be contacted in May, via email, to set up your first swim lesson visit.
Please read the information on this page. The interest form is midway through the page.
Swim lessons may begin in early to late May, depending on water temperature. After review of your swim lesson information, you will be contacted via email to schedule your first visit. Private lessons are for one individual (or parent &child if child is under 3 years of age). Semi-private lessons are for no more than 3 individuals. A semi-private lesson can be a quality lesson if participants are of the same developmental level (6 months-12 months, 12 month-36 months, 3 yrs old – 5 yrs old, 6 yrs old -10 yrs old and so on). Participants in a semi-private lesson should also be at a similar skill level.
The health and safety of participants and staff need to be a priority when we offer private lessons. The club encourages canceling or rescheduling lessons if the real feel temperature is below 75 degrees. We also recommend water temperature be 78 degrees or above. It is best to wear a wetsuit or rashguard for comfort and warmth. It is also recommended that the duration of swim lessons for children under aged 6 be scheduled for no longer than 30 minutes.”
A Swim Lesson Interest Form should be filled out for EACH participant UNLESS you are requesting a semi-private lesson. Children under the age of 3 will be required to have a parent or guardian actively participating in the lessons, in the water.
Please note: The club maintains a 24-hour cancellation policy. Cancellations made within this timeframe or no-shows will be charged the full amount of the lesson. If an unexpected illness occurs, you must text your instructor at least 2 hours before your lesson to avoid being charged. By filling out the interest form and participating in lessons, you agree to these conditions.
PAYING FOR LESSONS: You will receive an emailed invoice for all swim lesson charges at the end of the service month (and possibly more frequently). You MUST pay your swim lesson invoice within 48 hours of receipt in order to receive continued service. Prices are subject to change before May 2024.
| Lessons | Members | Non-Members |
|---|---|---|
| 30 minutes – Private | $25 | $40 |
| 45 minutes – Private | $37.50 | $52.50 |
| 60 minutes – Private | $50 | $65 |
| 30 minutes – Group of 2 | $20 – per person | $35 – per person |
| 45 minutes – Group of 2 | $30 – per person | $45 – per person |
| 60 minutes – Group of 2 | $40 – per person | $55 – per person |
| 30 minutes – Group of 3 | $20 – per person | $30 – per person |
| 45 minutes – Group of 3 | $27.50 – per person | $37.50 – per person |
| 60 minutes – Group of 3 | $35 – per person | $45 – per person |
Level 1: Parent and Child New Swimmers
Description:
- Conducted in the shallow end with the assistance of a parent for entirety of the lesson
- May or may not be able to sustain a float (back or front) independently or with support
- May or may not be comfortable putting their head underwater
- Not comfortable swimming unsupported in water they cannot stand in
What the swimmers will learn:
- The pool rules
- How to enter and exit the pool safely
- To submerge mouth, nose, eyes underwater
- To blow bubbles through their mouth and nose
- To pick up a submerged toy in shallow water
- To float on their back and recover to their feet
- Introduction to front crawl (freestyle) arm and leg movements
Level 2: Developing Swimmers
Description:
- Conducted in the main pool, primarily in the shallow end with some introduction to deeper water
- Instructor is in the pool with a lifeguard tube to provide assistance with tube (no physical contact, for the health of staff and students) when swimmers tire
- Swimmers should be able to swim short distances unaided by a parent or instructor
- Swimmers should be comfortable entering and exiting the water independently, submerging their heads, and maintaining a float or glide unaided
What the swimmers will learn:
- The pool rules
- Swim test requirements
- Increase endurance and improve breath control
- Gradually progress to more horizontal swimming with appropriate breath timing for various strokes
- Improve front crawl (freestyle) and back crawl (stroke) technique
- Introduction to more advanced strokes, such as breaststroke and sidestroke
Level 3: Independent Swimmers
Description:
- Conducted in a swimming lane, instructors will remain on deck or enter the pool for demonstrations, but remain 6ft away from students at all times
- Students should be confident swimming at least one lap independently, without a break
- Students should be able to demonstrate proper front crawl (freestyle) and back crawl technique, but may need minor adjustments
- Geared towards students looking to learn advanced strokes and improve existing technique, develop fitness plans, qualify for the swim team, or prepare for the lifeguarding swim test, etc.
What the swimmers will learn:
- The pool rules
- Swim test requirements
- Improved rotary breathing
- Treading water
- Freestyle and backstroke refinement
- Introduction or refinement of butterfly and breaststroke
Adult Lessons
Description:
- Adult lessons are available for mature teens and adults of all ages and abilities
- Lessons are customized to the student’s goals and current ability
Swimmers may wish to concentrate on:
- Swimming basics for safety
- Stroke technique (front crawl/freestyle, back crawl/backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly)
- Rotary breathing
- Treading water
- Fitness plans
- And more!