To reach a Bartlett Swim Academy Coordinator please call 630-540-4890.
Learning to swim is unique to each person. Some people are visual learners and can learn through the “watch me method”, some are auditory learners and are able to transfer the direction someone gives into what they need to do, some are experience based and need to “practice, practice, practice” and some are a mixture of them all. Our Swim Academy instructors will provide all of these methods to teaching your student. Our teaching is based upon a natural progression of mastery of skills that provide a successful transition to the next level. This creates a foundation for each student to build upon and achieve success. Whether you are looking for a program to provide water safety or if you are looking for a program to build the foundation for the next Olympic Athlete, Bartlett Swim Academy is the answer.
- Safety is always our number one priority and lifeguards are on duty at all times during lessons.
- Our friendly instructors make learning fun and we emphasize swimming as a lifelong skill.
- Affordable pricing and small group, semi-private, private, and custom lessons are available for a variety of ages on different days and times.
- At the end of each session the student is given a Splash Central admission coupon to come back and practice their skills and have fun!
Swim lessons are held year-round at our indoor facility for individuals six months of age and older. Instruction is available in the form of group swim lessons, semi-private buddy swim lessons, private swim lessons, swim clinics and much more. Fall, winter, and spring classes run primarily in the evenings and weekend mornings, but a limited number of classes are also offered during the daytime on weekdays. During the summer, classes run throughout the day on the weekdays and are held on weekend mornings.
Register today by clicking the link to online registration or completing the registration form. If you have any questions, please give us a call on our Swim Lesson Hotline at 630-540-4890.
PARENT AND TOT SWIMMING EXPLORATION
Elements that are used to determine advancement to next level:
• Listens to instructor
• Kick on front and back with assistance
• Sits on wall when told
• Sits on wall to get into water
• Arm movements
• Introduction to back and front floats
• Blows bubbles
• Can put face in the water
• Jumps into water with help
• Feels comfortable with an instructor
TINY TOT ADVENTURES
Elements that are used to determine advancement to next level:
• Kicks on front and back with swim tools and assistance
• Forward and backwards arm circles
• Introduction to front and back glide
• Supported back and front float (10 seconds)
• Jumps into the water independently
• Comfortable and confident in water (3ft 6in area)
• Fully submerges entire head and body underwater (consistently)
• Blows bubbles
LEVEL 1: SEAHORSE
Elements focused on developing for advancement into the next level:
• Front stroke and backstroke 10ft with assistance
• Introduction to elementary backstroke
• Introduction to rhythmic breathing with arm alternation
• Uses swim tools independently
• Front and back floats 5 seconds (independently)
• Independent front and back glide
• Jumps into the deep end independently with swim tools
• Lifejacket Safety
LEVEL 2: TURTLE
Safety Note: This class will be held in at least 3 ft. 6in. water. If swimmers have trouble touching the floor, they must stay on the wall at all times. Failure to listen to directions from the instructor can result in reduction in level or removal from the program due to safety.
Elements focused on developing for advancement into the next level:
• Kicks on front and back independently with swim tools
• Front stroke and backstroke 12.5 yards (independently)
• Elementary Backstroke 12.5 yards (independently)
• Front stroke with rhythmic breathing
• Floats on front and back for 10 seconds (independently)
• Introduction to treading water
• Jumps into the deep end independently without swim tools
• Retrieval of underwater object
LEVEL 3: OTTER
Note: For younger students not yet possessing the endurance to successfully graduate from Level III, the Bartlett Park District Swim Academy recommends enrollment in Private Swim Lessons for a specialized endurance-building program.
Elements focused on developing for advancement into the next level:
• Front Stroke 25 yards independently, alternating arms, kicking, and rhythmic breathing (consistently)
• Backstroke 25 yards independently, alternating arms and kicking (consistently)
• Elementary backstroke 25 yards independently
• Introduction to breaststroke and butterfly kicks
• Tread water for 30 seconds consistently
• Introduction to diving
LEVEL 4: DOLPHIN
Elements focused on developing for advancement into the next level:
• Freestyle 50 yards, alternating arms, kicking, and rhythmic breathing (consistently)
• Backstroke 50 yards, alternating arms and kicking (consistently)
• Elementary backstroke 50 yards without stopping
• 25 yards breaststroke and butterfly
• Tread water 1 minute consistently
• Diving (enter water head first from the side)
Whether you have a fear of swimming, want to improve your swimming skills, or are looking for a year-round fitness activity, Bartlett Park District Swim Academy’s Adult and Teen Swim Lessons are for you. Lessons will be taught based upon your present skill level. Instructors take the time to work with each person to maintain a comfortable and efficient learning environment to help them reach their own personal goals.
BASIC SKILLS PRIVATE LESSONS
Get a more personalized swim class with a one-on-one approach with private lessons that are tailored to your swimmers needs in a more effective learning environment. These private lessons are designed for those swimmers who are in the Tiny and Level I levels. To register for these lessons, your child must be able to:
• Be comfortable working with an instructor one on one
• Be comfortable in the water with an instructor
• Listen and comprehend instruction from instructor
ADVANCED SKILLS PRIVATE LESSONS
Get a more personalized swim class with a one-on-one approach with private lessons that are tailored to your swimmers needs in a more effective learning environment. These private lessons are designed for those swimmers who are in the Level II – Intro to Competitive Swimming range. To register for these lessons your child should be able to:
• Front stroke independently for at least 12.5 yards
• Back stroke independently for at least 12.5 yards
• Be comfortable swimming in the lap pool (ranges 3ft 6 in-12ft)
SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS
Looking for a smaller group lesson? These lessons will have a 2:1 or 3:1 ratio and are tailored to meet your personal needs. You must register with one or two additional swimmers. Single participants will not be registered. Families or friends may sign up together to motivate each other. Please be sure to fill out the questionnaire for a smoother registration process. Lessons will be more progressive with similar skill levels. Buddy Lessons are priced per person.
