Parent Child: Group Swim Lessons

Level 1:

 Ages 6 month - 1.5 years
The purpose of this course is to develop a beginning comfort level in and around the water. This course does not teach children to be accomplished swimmers or to survive alone in the water. One parent or guardian will assist the child and the instructor in developing water adjustment while teaching them the very basic water skills.

Level 2:

Ages 1.5 Years - 3 years
The purpose of this course is to develop toddlers to have a high comfort level in and around the water. This course does not teach children to be accomplished swimmers or to survive alone in the water. One parent or guardian will assist the child and the instructor in developing water adjustment, basic water skills and getting their child ready to participate in Parent Child level 3 class.

Level 3:

Ages 3+ years
This class is an ideal bridge between our Parent Child level 2 class and our preschool aquatic program.  This class is highly recommended for preschoolers, before taking a class without their parent for the first time.  Instructors will work with each parent and child team to instill basic water safety, teach the basic swim skills and prepare each child for their first class on their own (without a parent).

Discover Brochure: all Canton Leisure Services programs, classes, events and services are included in the bi-annual Discover program brochure. Offerings are available for all ages and interests.

Registration: program registration is available online and at the Summit on the Park front desk.

Participant Inclusion and Accommodations: Canton Leisure Services strives to ensure that all facilities and programs meet ADA requirements and are inclusive of all individuals regardless of ability. If you would like to request accommodations, please complete the Inclusion and Accommodation Form or call 734/394-5460.

Preschool: Group Swim Lessons

Ages: 3 years - 5 years
All participants are tested and placed in to classes based on the their skill level. Instructors will utilize a variety of teaching techniques to ensure progression through the program. Participants will receive weekly activity sheets to reinforce the lessons taught during class. 

Level 1 

This is the beginning level for preschoolers without their parents.  Swimmers will work on submerging their eyes and/or blow bubbles for 3 seconds along with some swimming, kicking and safety skills.

Level 2

Prerequisite:

• Must be able to submerge their eyes underwater and blow bubbles for 3 seconds.

Swimmers will work on their floating on their front with their face in the water for 3 seconds and back float for 5 seconds with assistance, along with learning to roll over.

Level 3

Prerequisite:

• Must be able to float on their front with face in the water for 3 seconds and back float for 5 seconds with assistance.

Swimmers will learn to swim on their front for 3 body lengths and roll over and float on their back for 5 seconds and roll again and swim for 3 body lengths on their front for 3 body lengths, all with assistance.

Discover Brochure: all Canton Leisure Services programs, classes, events and services are included in the bi-annual Discover program brochure. Offerings are available for all ages and interests.

Registration: program registration is available online and at the Summit on the Park front desk.

Participant Inclusion and Accommodations: Canton Leisure Services strives to ensure that all facilities and programs meet ADA requirements and are inclusive of all individuals regardless of ability. If you would like to request accommodations, please complete the Inclusion and Accommodation Form or call 734/394-5460.

Youth: Group Swim Lessons

Ages: 5 years - 12 years
All participants are tested and placed in to classes based on the their skill level. Instructors will utilize a variety of teaching techniques to ensure progression through the program. Participants will receive weekly activity sheets to reinforce the lessons taught during class.

Level 1

This is the beginning level for youth swimmers. Swimmers will work on bubble blowing, bobbing, floating, along with some swimming, kicking and safety skills.

Level 2

Prerequisite:

• Must be able to bob 5 times and put their face in the water when gliding on their front for seconds with assistance.

Swimmers will learn to float on their back and roll over to front and reverse by rolling from front to back, then swim 5 body lengths. Participants will also learn to tread water for at least 15 seconds.

Level 3

Prerequisite:

• Must be able to tread or float for 15 seconds.
• Float on back for 15 seconds roll to front and recover and swim 5 body lengths.

Swimmers will learn to perform the front crawl for 15 yards, elementary backstroke for 15 yards. Participants will also learn to perform the deep water competency test which consists of treading water or float for 1 minute, rotate 1 turn and swim any stroke for 25 yards and exit.

Level 4

Prerequisite:

• Perform the front crawl for 15 yards
• Elementary back for 15 yards
• Perform the deep water competency test.

Swimmers will learn to perform front crawl for 25 yards under 40 seconds, elementary backstroke for 25 yards, breaststroke, backstroke, butterfly and sidestroke for 15 yards.

Level 5

Prerequisite:

• Swim front crawl for 25 yards under 40 seconds
• Elementary backstroke for 25 yards
• Breaststroke, backstroke, butterfly and sidestroke for 15 yards 

Participants will begin to learn sidestroke.  Swimmers will work on technique to improve butterfly, back crawl and breaststroke. Students will begin to work more on technique for front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards.

Discover Brochure: all Canton Leisure Services programs, classes, events and services are included in the bi-annual Discover program brochure. Offerings are available for all ages and interests.

Registration: program registration is available online and at the Summit on the Park front desk.

Participant Inclusion and Accommodations: Canton Leisure Services strives to ensure that all facilities and programs meet ADA requirements and are inclusive of all individuals regardless of ability. If you would like to request accommodations, please complete the Inclusion and Accommodation Form or call 734/394-5460.

Teen and Adult: Group Swim Lessons

Ages: 12+ Years
This class is designed for teens and adults who are at a beginning swim level or are trying to learn to swim a length of the pool. Teens and adults can let the instructor know what their goals are and the instructor will plan their lesson accordingly.

Teen/Adult Beginner Classes

This class is designed for Teens and Adults who are at a beginning swim level up through those trying to learn to swim a length of the pool. Teens and Adults can let the instructor know what their goals are and the instructor will plan their lesson accordingly.

Intermediate Adult Classes

This class is geared for individuals that can swim a length of the pool and are working on improving their swim ability for a long distance swim or competitive race. A trained instructor will serve as your coach throughout the session and give you insight to making advances toward your goals.

Discover Brochure: all Canton Leisure Services programs, classes, events and services are included in the bi-annual Discover program brochure. Offerings are available for all ages and interests.

Registration: program registration is available online and at the Summit on the Park front desk.

Participant Inclusion and Accommodations: Canton Leisure Services strives to ensure that all facilities and programs meet ADA requirements and are inclusive of all individuals regardless of ability. If you would like to request accommodations, please complete the Inclusion and Accommodation Form or call 734/394-5460.

Private Swim Instruction

Ages: 5+ years
The Summit Swimming program offers private swim lessons for individuals looking for one on one instruction. Private lessons are 30 minutes in length and are taught by a certified Water Safety Instructor. The lesson is designed around the specific needs and goals of the participants.

Discover Brochure: all Canton Leisure Services programs, classes, events and services are included in the bi-annual Discover program brochure. Offerings are available for all ages and interests.

Registration: program registration is available online and at the Summit on the Park front desk.

Participant Inclusion and Accommodations: Canton Leisure Services strives to ensure that all facilities and programs meet ADA requirements and are inclusive of all individuals regardless of ability. If you would like to request accommodations, please complete the Inclusion and Accommodation Form or call 734/394-5460.