Children in the U.S. today are less fit than they were just a generation ago. Physical activity provides childen with opportunities to develop healthy habits and experience a variety of exercises. The program will also help children develop activity habits and positive attitudes toward exercise, health and safety. The Rush-Copley Healthplex Learn to Swim Program is designed to provide children with the opportunity to learn all levels of swimming and water safety skills. It was developed from the American Red Cross Learn to Swim program which is recognized nationally for its high quality programs.
Classes introduce young children to an aquatic environment.
Focus is on water adjustment and water safety skills. Classes provide a playful atmosphere for parent and toddler to share a common aquatic experience. Child will learn basic propulsion skills through water play. This is a beginner class designed for water fun and introduction to basic swim skills. This level works on perfecting the crawl stroke and introduces the elementary back stroke.