JCC teaches the Red Cross “Learn to Swim” program and offers swim classes for all ages and skill level: from Parent-Tot swim for babies and parents, to offerings for advanced swimmers such as Swim Team, Synchronized Swimming and Lifeguard Training. Bernard Weinger JCC &
Jacob Duman JCC at Woodland Commons
Early Bird Lap Swim These designated times are for lap swimmers only. Lifeguards monitor swimming speeds and may coordinate swimmers and lanes. Water walking and Aquacize is limited by space availability during these hours.
Schedules are available at the front desk. General Lap SwimThere is at least one lap lane available during all open BWJCC hours. 500 Mile ClubThe 500 Mile Club is an ongoing program for those who can swim up to the challenge! Place your name on the 500 Mile Club grid sheet located on the east wall of the pool. After each workout, record the number of laps and watch the miles accumulate. Ask the lifeguard how to get started. Awards are given to swimmers who go the distance! Family SwimLooking for something fun to do with your family? Join us for Family Swim! In addition to great exercise, Family Swim gives you an opportunity to socialize and meet other members. Flotation toys are available upon request. Children must be 10 years of age to swim without parent supervision. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult age 16 or older on deck at all times. Non-swimmers must have adult supervision in the water at all times. The lifeguard on duty will enforce these rules. Swim schedules are available at the front desk. Private Lesson InstructionThese lessons are offered throughout the day on an instructor availability basis. Instructors work with you or your child to create an individualized program that meets the students specific needs. Lessons can be arranged by calling 847.412.4215. 30 minute private lessons
Pkg of 5: $146M/$188NM
Pkg of 10: $272M/$356NM 20 minute private lessons
Pkg of 5: $119M/$140NM
Pkg of 10: $218M/$260NM 30 minute semi–private lessons
Pkg of 5: $119M/$140NM
Pkg of 10: $218M/$260NM
(price per child) Cancellation policy: For each package of ten lessons purchased, clients are allowed to cancel three times before being charged. Each cancellation must have at least 24 hours notice to the instructor or it will be a charged lesson. For a package of five lessons, one 24-hour cancellation is allowed. Group LessonsWith BWJCC swim classes, your little ones turn into fish! They swim in small “schools” with excellent teacher:student ratios—never higher than 1:5 (Level 5 and higher 1:6). Please note: Make-ups are not provided for group swim lesson absences. Swim Levels Parent-Tot
6–36 MOS
Children are never too young to learn basic swimming skills. Join us with your child and become familiar with the pool together. Please bring a bathing suit, swim diaper, and rubber pants for your child and towels. This class has a minimum of 5 students. Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Children learn to put their face in the water, float on front/back (supported) and gain some independence in the water.
Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Students work on water skills learned in Level 1 and begin to learn the front/back stroke. To pass level 2, your child must float and kick (front/back) on their own.
Level 3: Stroke Development
The objective of Level 3 is to build on Level 2 skills through additional guided practice. Children learn front/back crawl, are introduced to elementary backstroke kick and treading water. Students also learn rules for safe diving and begin to learn how to dive. Children must be completely water safe on their front and back to join this class.
Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Level 4 develops confidence in the strokes learned thus far and improves other aquatic skills. Students focus on increasing endurance through swimming familiar strokes (front/back crawls and elementary backstroke) for greater distances. New skills introduced are breaststroke and sidestroke kicks and the basics of turning at the wall.
Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Level 5 focuses on the coordination and refinement of the key strokes. This level introduces the arms of breaststroke, sidestroke, butterfly kick, open turns, feet-first surface dives and fine-tuning of technique for all strokes. Children must be able to complete one length (25 yards) of front and back crawl and have passed level 4.
Level 6: Swimming and Skill Proficiency
The objective of this level is to polish and perfect strokes. Swimmers are able to swim with more ease, efficiency, power and smoothness over greater distances. Staff introduce flip turns and the pike and tuck surface dives. The arms of the butterfly are also introduced and the complete stroke is performed. A non-stop swim of 500 yards using turns and good stroke mechanics complete this level. Junior Swim ClubDesigned for Level 5 and higher swimmers, our Junior Swim Club offers fun and motivating aerobic workouts focusing on stroke technique, endurance, strength and general fitness. This coached program incorporates stretching, various drills, fitness concepts, fun group motivation and individual attention. Games, water polo, relay races, individual swim timing and videos may be incorporated in our workouts. Goggles are recommended.
Bernard Horwich JCCBHJCC swim classes offer children the chance to learn basic swimming skills in a small class setting. We give each child individualized attention that builds confidence, enhances self–esteem and increases basic skill knowledge, allowing children to be safe and happy in and around the water. JCC swim classes utilize the American Red Cross Learn to Swim Program. This program is a multi-level progression, which allows for individual development. Skill levels introduce specific skills in a strategic order designed to provide children with ongoing opportunities for progress. As swimmers pass through the levels, they build on skills learned in previous levels.
Florence G. Heller JCC
Learn to Swim Program 4–12 YRS*
American Red Cross Levels 1–4
We teach the American Red Cross "Learn to Swim" program throughout the year and at Summer Camp. This multilevel program allows children to progress at their own pace, and gives them the direction, confi dence and the encouragement needed to become good swimmers. Children are tested at the beginning of each session and placed in appropriate groups. Children should bring bathing suit, towel and sandals to each session.
*4/5 yrs with a parent/caregiver on deck.
Sunday
UIC, 901 W. Roosevelt Rd.
Tuesday and Thursday
E. Lakeview Multiplex, 3657 N. Pine Grove Ave. 3rd Fl
Hyde Park JCCLearn to Swim Program 4–12 YRS*
American Red Cross Levels 1–4
We teach the American Red Cross "Learn to Swim" program throughout the year and at Summer Camp. This multi-level program allows children to progress at their own pace and gives them the direction, confi dence and encouragement needed become good swimmers. Children are tested at the beginning of each session and placed in appropriate groups. Children should bring bathing suit, towel and sandals to each session.
*4/5 yrs with a parent/caregiver on deck. Parent-Tot Swim at Regent’s Park 6–36 mos
Introduce your child to the joys of the water in this gentle, yet lively class. Swimming with your young child is a great bonding experience!
Swimming classes take place at the Regent’s Park Club Pool, 5050 S. Lake Shore Drive. Heller JCC offers Sunday swim lessons at UIC on Roosevelt Road. Call 773.871.6780 for more information.
Anita M. Stone JCC
Summer 08
Learn To SwimFor ages 5 and up.
The new American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim program provides
instruction to help swimmers of all ages and abilities develop their
swimming and water safety skills. It is designed to give students a
positive learning experience.
Click to download the times and prices Longfellow’s Whale Tales ClubAges 5–8 yrs
This is a water safety class for children ages 5 - 8 years. The American Red Cross has developed this class so children can have fun while learning. Longfellow, the animated whale appears throughout the lesson plans, color posters, worksheet activities, and video to teach about safe behavior in and around water. Please be prepared to swim on most days.
Click to download the times and prices Guard Start (Jr. Life guarding)Ages 11–14 yrs
Experience the challenge and satisfaction of learning how to be safe in and around the water. This American Red Cross program is for children 11-14 years of age who would like to become a lifeguard in the future. The Guard Start program develops basic life guarding skills, teaches first aid and CPR, and improves overall swimming and water safety skills. The Guard Start program gives each participant the opportunity to experience many of the daily lifeguard duties. We are offering three sessions this year so no one can miss this great program.
Click to download the times and prices Water Babies 6 mos–2 yrs
Give your child the gift of confidence in the water. Parents and instructors will actively teach children about body position, buoyancy and movement. Build self-assurance within your child at an age where they are most receptive.
Click to download the times and prices Tot Swim 6 mos–2 yrs
Give your child the gift of confidence in the water. Parents and instructors will actively teach children about body position, buoyancy and movement. This helps them develop confidence in the water, at an age when children are most receptive.
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