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PopularHWY 12 WAVES Ages 5-18AquaticsThe philosophy of Highway 12 Waves is to produce well rounded kids that love to swim. We help nurture both the physical and emotional development of each child and work to measure improvement through instruction, training and preparation. We strive to develop an excitement about competitive swimming in each child, a respect for the abilities of others, an appreciation of the importance of hard work and self-discipline, a desire to constantly improve, the ability to win or lose graciously, and a pride in one’s self and fellow swimmers. This is not a learn to swim program. Level 3 swim lessons are encouraged prior to joining. There will be a skills evaluation and, if the swimmer passes, the coach will place them into the appropriate group based on their skill level (swimmer must be able to perform the basic skills of freestyle and backstroke for the full length of the pool). If you are unsure of your swimmer’s abilities, you can still have them try out. Ripples (Primarily ages 8 and under) This entry-level program requires that participants are able to swim one length of a 25-yard pool freestyle or backstroke. Emphasis is on learning the four basic strokes, starts and turns. Skills taught include: four basic swimming strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly), kicking, diving, flip turns and open turns. Breakers (Primarily ages 12 and under) Learn advanced competitive swimming skills and the very basics of training. Skills taught include: relay starts, underwater pull-outs for breaststroke, flip turns and open turns for IM races, swim a set with rest periods, swim a set with training intervals, can read times from a pace clock and know two-stroke drills for each stroke. Typhoons (Primarily ages 13 and older) Swimmers fine tune strokes, starts, turns and develop good training habits. Moderate training for stroke work is begun. Skills taught include: tune stroke techniques, flip turns, open turns, IM transitions and starts, knowing three stroke drills for each stroke, learning proper technique for streamlines, pull-outs, and break-outs and improve conditioning and added yardage. This group is for middle school/high school level swimmers. *Please bring goggles & a swim cap. End of season MINI SWIM MEET: Thursday, March 6thWinter/Spring 2025
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Phil Roeder (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Lap Swim Ages 16+AquaticsThe Litchfield High School Pool is open for lap swim. Lap swimmers should swim at an intermediate level or above. The lap swim schedule is subject to change depending on attendance and scheduling of a lifeguard. Punch passes can be purchased online but need to be picked up at the Community Education office before attending lap swim. Lifeguards DO NOT sell lap swim passes at the pool. Enter using door 11 in between the middle school and high school to access the pool. Follow the red signs to the pool.Fall 2024
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Phil Roeder (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Lap Swim Ages 16+AquaticsThe Litchfield High School Pool is open for lap swim. Lap swimmers should swim at an intermediate level or above. The lap swim schedule is subject to change depending on attendance and scheduling of a lifeguard. Punch passes can be purchased online but need to be picked up at the Community Education office before attending lap swim. Lifeguards DO NOT sell lap swim passes at the pool. Enter using door 11 in between the middle school and high school to access the pool. Follow the red signs to the pool.Winter/Spring 2025
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Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (Ages 15+)AquaticsProvides entry-level participants the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until EMS personnel take over. This class will have material that can be started before the class starts. Participants are responsible for downloading the manual on an electronic device and bringing it to class. Participants must attend all in person classes. Prerequisites: Minimum age: 15 years; Swim 300 yards continuously; Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs; Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds by starting in the water, swimming 20 yards, surface dive to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object, return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, exit the water without using steps or a ladder. Participants who successfully complete the Lifeguarding course receive an American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED, valid for 2 years.Winter/Spring 2025
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Swim Lessons January 2025 (1 Week Lessons)AquaticsLitchfield Community Education is offering a 1-week group swim lesson session for Preschool A, Preschool B and Level 1 swim lessons only. Please see course descriptions below. American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Lesson Descriptions: Preschool Level A (Recommended for Ages 4-5) This will be your child’s first lesson without an adult. Introduction to basic skills that will lay the foundation for future skill development. Enter/exit water safely Roll to back & float for 3 seconds Submerge mouth & blow bubbles for 3 seconds Glide on front for at least two body lengths Swim at least 5 yards Preschool Level B (Recommended for Ages 4-5) Build on skills taught in Preschool Level A. For students who are not afraid in the water & have had lessons on their own before. Step from side into chest-deep water Move into a front float for 5 seconds, rolling to back Push off & use combined arm/leg actions on front for 5 body lengths Roll to back, float for 15 seconds, roll to front & continue for 5 body lengths Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills (Recommended for Ages 6+) Enter/exit water safely Submerge mouth, nose & eyes Open eyes under water, retrieve submerged item Use life jacket · Float on front/back Exhale underwater through mouth & nose Explore arm/hand movements Basic water safety rulesWinter/Spring 2025