The Community Learn to Swim Program has been at West River for over 30 years.
Classes run for both 1-week refresher sessions and 2-week sessions, Monday – Thursday, with Friday used only if a make-up day is needed.
Preschooler – This level is designed for a preschooler with an adult in the water. Getting comfortable being in the water, putting face/head under, learning to kick.
Level 1: Introduction to Water
This level is designed for those afraid of the water or with little/no experience. Basic skills such as water adjustment, floats and breath control will be taught.
Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
This level is designed for those who are comfortable in the water and have some basic skills. Students will be taught swimming using combined stroke on front and back, bobbing, treading water and front and back glides.
Level 3: Stroke Development
This level is designed for the student who has mastered the skills in Level 2. Students will learn the front and back crawl, glide, kneeling or standing dive, rotary breathing and butterfly kick and body motion.
The West River Center has been owned and operated by The United Methodist Church since 1951. Come and enjoy the peace and solitude of God’s creation.
