Aquatics Programs
Spring Session Programs are
now listed below.
(March 26-june 9, 2012)
Spring 2012 Registration For
members with Special Needs - Wed march 7th
Spring 2012 General Member
Registration - saturday march 10th
- in person
ONLY- 7:30- 11am
To view the full list of Aquatic Programs, click on the "MORE" button on the left side of each category.
Pool lane schedule can be found here.
NOTES:
** Denotes classes not discounted for Gold Members
Instructors reserve the right to refuse a participant’s entry to a higher level Learn to Swim Program, if he or she has failed to pass the previous level’s skill requirements. If parents/guardians wish to have their child’s level of achievement evaluated, please ask one of the off duty guards to evaluate their skills during a recreational swim.
NOTE: Fee Structure - M (Member Price), NM (Non-Member Price)
Included Programs
Aquafit | ||||
| Find out why our water-based fitness class has become so popular. Improve your cardiovascular fitness and muscle tone through low impact movements. Exercise at your own rate and choose to use the deep end or shallow end. | ||||
| i116 | Mon | 7:30-8:30 pm | Age: 14+ | Free |
| i117 | Thu | 6:15-7:15am | Age: 14+ | FREE |
| i118 | Wed | 7:30-8:30 pm | Age: 14+ | Free |
| i119 | Sat | 12:00-1:00 pm | Age: 14+ | Free |
SPLASH-tastic | ||||
| In this water sport based programs participants will have a SPLASH-tastic time trying a variety of water sports. Participants must be independent or come with an attendant. REGISTRATION IS MANDATORY | ||||
| 11541 | Wed | 5:30-6:30pm | Age: 5-12 | FREE |
Kids' Zone | ||||
| Kids' Zone is a drop in supervised play area for kids where they will be safe and have fun! Participants must be independent or come with an attendant. Parents must be in a fitness class/ working out to drop their children off at a Kids' Zone. Kids' Zone is on a sessional schedule. | ||||
| i121 | Mon | 6:00-7:00 pm | Age: 5-12 | Free |
| i122 | Sat | 10:00-11:00 am | Age: 5-12 | Free |
Learn to Swim
Parent & Tot (Starfish, Duck, Sea Turtle) | ||||
| Parents of swimmers aged 4-36 months are required to participate in the water with their child. Swimmers in the Parent & Tot program will work on becoming comfortable on their front and back in the water, breath control and assisted submersion through games and songs. | ||||
| 11095 | Sat | 10:00-10:30 am | Age: 4-36 mos | $55 |
Sea Turtle | ||||
| This level develops skills in swimming, glides and floating and builds awareness of deep water and safe entries. | ||||
| 11107 | Mon | 5:30-6:00 pm | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
| 11108 | Tue | 5:30-6:00 pm | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
| 11109 | Wed | 5:00-5:30 pm | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
| 11110 | Thu | 5:00-5:30 pm | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
| 11111 | Sat | 1:30-2:00pm | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
Salamander | ||||
| Preschoolers actively learn new swimming skills including assisted floats and glides through games and songs. The fun includes learning to jump into chest deep water | ||||
| 11098 | Mon | 6:00-6:30pm | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
| 11099 | Tue | 6:00-6:30pm | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
| 11100 | Thu | 5:00-5:30 pm | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
| 11101 | Sat | 2:00-2:30 pm | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
Salamander/Sunfish | ||||
| Swimmers in the Salamander or Sunfish levels will work on their level specific skills. Salamander - This level develops skills in swimming, glides and floating and builds awareness of deep water and safe entries. Sunfish - Assisted by an Instructor, preschoolers work on stroke and skills progressions. Learning also focuses on good judgment in, on, and around the water and entries and floats in deep water | ||||
| 11104 | Thu | 10:00-10:30 am | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
Sunfish | ||||
| Assisted by an Instructor, preschoolers work on stroke and skills progressions. Learning also focuses on good judgment in, on, and around the water and entries and floats in deep water. | ||||
| 11112 | Mon | 5:00-5:30 pm | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
| 11113 | Tue | 5:00-5:30 pm | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
| 11114 | Wed | 5:30-6:00 pm | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
| 11115 | Thu | 5:00-5:30 pm | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
| 11116 | Sat | 2:00-2:30 pm | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
Crocodile | ||||
| Preschoolers start independent glides and kicking in deep water. Endurance is built through increasing distance for front and back swims. Swimmers learn about the dolphin kick and try synchro skills in the water. | ||||
| 11041 | Mon | 6:30-7:00 pm | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
| 11042 | Tue | 5:30-6:00 pm | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
| 11043 | Wed | 5:30-6:00 pm | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
| 11044 | Thu | 5:30-6:00pm | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
| 11045 | Sat | 2:30-3:00 pm | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
Whale | ||||
| In Whale, children will learn to swim independently and participate in team games. Preschoolers will increase their distance and improve skills in front and back swims. Swimmers also learn about throwing assists to help another person in the water. | ||||
| 11117 | Mon | 7:00-7:30 pm | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
| 11118 | Sat | 3:00-3:30 pm | Age: 3-5 | $55 |
Learn to Swim Level 1 | ||||
| This is an entry level for children ready to move in shallow water. This level provides an orientation to the water and the pool area, and introduces floats and glides with kicks. Children build their endurance by improving distance | ||||
| 11046 | Wed | 5:00-5:30 pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
| 11047 | Sat | 4:00-4:30 pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
Learn to Swim Level 1/2 | ||||
| Swimmers in levels 1 or 2 will work on their level specific skills. Level 1 - This is an entry level for children ready to move in shallow water. This level provides an orientation to the water and the pool area, and introduces floats and glides with kicks. Children build their endurance by improving distance. Level 2 - This level helps the child build skills in front and back swims. Children are introduced to deep water activities and proper use of a Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Endurance is built on flutter kicking with assisted glides. | ||||
| 11049 | Tue | 5:30-6:00 pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
| 11050 | Thu | 6:00-6:30 pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
| 11051 | Sat | 4:00-4:30 pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
Learn to Swim Level 2 | ||||
| This level helps the child build skills in front and back swims. Children are introduced to deep water activities and proper use of a Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Endurance is built on flutter kicking with assisted glides. | ||||
| 11053 | Mon | 5:00-5:30 pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
| 11054 | Sat | 4:00-4:30 pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
Learn to Swim Level 3 | ||||
| This level provides an introduction to front crawl as well as the foundation for making wise choices on where and when to swim. Diving is introduced, and children will work on floats and changing direction. Endurance is achieved by building strength in flutter kick and a 15-metre swim.. | ||||
| 11055 | Mon | 5:30-6:00 pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
| 11059 | Wed | 6:00-6:30pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
| 11058 | Thu | 6:30-7:00pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
| 11057 | Sat | 1:30-2:00pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
Learn to Swim Level 4 | ||||
| The front crawl, back glide, and shoulder roll for back crawl are further developed. Children work on kneeling dives, surface support, and developing a greater sense of self safety by understanding their own limits. Endurance is built through a 25-metre | ||||
| 11065 | Mon | 7:30-8:00 pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
| 11066 | Tue | 6:30-7:00 pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
| 11067 | Wed | 6:00-6:30 pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
| 11068 | Thu | 6:00-6:30 pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
| 11070 | Sat | 2:30-3:00 pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
Learn to Swim Level 5 | ||||
| Back crawl is introduced, along with sculling skills and whip kick on the back. Children try stride dives and receive an introduction to safe boating skills. Endurance is developed through dolphin kick and a 50-metre swim. | ||||
| 11073 | Tue | 7:00-7:30pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
| 11074 | Wed | 7:00-7:30 pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
| 11075 | Thu | 6:30-7:00pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
| 11076 | Sat | 2:00-2:30 pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
Learn to Swim Level 5/6 | ||||
| Swimmers in levels 5 or 6 will work on their level specific skills. Level 5 Back crawl is introduced, along with sculling skills and whip kick on the back. Children try stride dives and receive an introduction to safe boating skills. Endurance is developed through dolphin kick and a 50-metre swim.. Level 6 - Front and back crawl continue to be refined as the elementary backstroke is newly introduced. Children are also introduced to safety on ice, elementary rescue of others with throwing assists, treading water and the front dive. Endurance is built through a 75-metre swim. | ||||
| 11077 | Mon | 7:30-8:00 pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
| 11078 | Sat | 3:30-4:00 pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
Learn to Swim Level 6 | ||||
| Front and back crawl continue to be refined as the elementary backstroke is newly introduced. Children are also introduced to safety on ice, elementary rescue of others with throwing assists, treading water and the front dive. Endurance is built through a 75-metre swim. | ||||
| 11082 | Tue | 7:00-7:30 pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
| 11083 | Thu | 7:00-7:30 pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
| 11084 | Sat | 2:30-3:00 pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
Learn to Swim Level 7/8 | ||||
| Swimmers in levels 7 or 8 will work on their level specific skills. Level 7 - Level 7 continues to build skills and endurance for front crawl, back crawl and elementary back stroke and introduces whip kick on the front. Children learn about airway and breathing obstructions and participate in timed treading water for increasing endurance. Endurance is built through timed treading water and a 150-metre swim. Level 8 - Level 8 provides an introduction to the breaststroke, foot first surface dives and rescue entries. Children learn about the dangers of open water, hypothermia, and the performance of rescue breathing on children and adults. Endurance is built on the dolphin kick and 300-metre swim. | ||||
| 11086 | Mon | 8:00-8:45 pm | Age: 6-14 | $82.50 |
| 11087 | Tue | 7:00-7:45 pm | Age: 6-14 | $82.50 |
| 11088 | Wed | 5:30-6:15 pm | Age: 6-14 | $82.50 |
| 11089 | Thu | 7:00-7:45 pm | Age: 6-14 | $82.50 |
| 11090 | Sat | 3:00-3:45 pm | Age: 6-14 | $55 |
Learn to Swim Level 9/10 | ||||
| Swimmers in levels 9 and 10 will work on their level specific skills. Level 9 - Front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke and breaststroke continue to be refined. In this level children are encouraged to try combining different strokes and kicks for fitness. They also work on head-first shallow dives and standing dives and learn about wise choices, peer influences, and self rescue from ice. Endurance is built through a 400-metre swim. Level 10 - This level is a final assessment of the strokes for technique and distance (front crawl 100m, back crawl 100m, elementary back stroke 50m, breast stroke 50m and sidestroke 25m). Swimmers learn about sun safety, rescue of others from ice, and headfirst and feet first surface dives. Endurance is built using the dolphin kick (vertical) and a 500m swim. | ||||
| 11091 | Tue | 7:30-8:15 pm | Age: 6-14 | $82.50 |
| 11092 | Wed | 7:00-7:45 pm | Age: 6-14 | $82.50 |
| 11093 | Sat | 3:00-3:45 pm | Age: 6-14 | $82.50 |
Adult Learn To Swim | ||||
| For beginner swimmers who would like to learn the basic swimming skills such as floats, rhythmic breathing, front crawl, back crawl etc. Working towards being comfortable swimming in the deep end and treading water. | ||||
| 11040 | Wed | 6:15-7:00 pm | Age: 14+ | $82.50 |
Recreational Programs
Adapted Aquafit | ||||
| This class places more emphasis on stretching and range of motion, ideal for members with Arthritis or limited mobility. | ||||
| 10947 | Thu | 10:00-11:00am | Age: 16+ | $55 |
Swim and Sport Beginner (Special Needs) | ||||
| The Swim and Sport program focuses on water safety, swim skill development and aquatic sports including waterpolo, canoe, kayak, synchro, diving and snorkeling. Introduction to becoming comfortable in the pool, assisted floats and introduction to kicking and breath control. | ||||
| 11121 | Sat | 9:00-9:45am | Age: 5+ | $82.50 |
Swim and Sport Intermediate (Special Needs) | ||||
| The Swim and Sport program focuses on water safety, swim skill development and aquatic sports including waterpolo, canoe, kayak, synchro, diving and snorkeling. Swimmers must be comfortable in the pool, be able to blow bubbles and comfortable floating with assistance. Swimmers will work on independent floats and glides. | ||||
| 11122 | Sat | 9:45-10:30 am | Age: 8+ | $82.50 |
Swim and Sport Advanced (Special Needs) | ||||
| The Swim and Sport program focuses on water safety, swim skill development and aquatic sports including waterpolo, canoe, kayak, synchro, diving and snorkeling. Swimmers must be able to float and glide independently. Swimmers will work on front and back swim skills. | ||||
| 11543 | Sat | 10:15-11:00am | Age: 10+ | $82.50 |
Private Lessons
One-On-One Conditioning (Special Needs) | ||||
| One-on-one conditioning classes are a great way to learn and improve your swimming, fitness, flexibility or mobility skills. The lessons are held for 30 minutes at the appropriate depth and are tailored to the swimmer's individual needs. | ||||
| xxxx | Age: 4+ | $120 | ||
| One on one swim lessons are offered Mondays 130-4pm/5-8pm, Wednesday 1:30-4pm/5-8pm, Thu 10:30-12, Friday 5-8pm, Saturday 9am-2pm. Please contact the aquatics coordinator for availability 416-699-7167 x237 | ||||
Private swimming lessons for adults and children | ||||
| Private swimming lessons are a great way to learn and improve your swimming, fitness, flexibility or mobility skills. The lessons are held for 30 minutes at the appropriate depth and are tailored to the swimmer's individual needs. | ||||
| xxxx | Age: 4+ | $210 | ||
| Private Swim lessons are offered Monday 5:00-6:00/7:00-8:30pm, Friday 5:00-8:00pm, and Saturday 10:30am-2:30pm. For more information please call 416-699-7167 x237 Please Note participants must be members of Variety Village. Semi-private lessons are available for $315/session | ||||
Leadership Programs
Bronze Star | ||||
| Bronze Star award is the pre-Bronze Medallion training standard and it provides excellent preparation for success in obtaining the Bronze Medallion award. In Bronze Star, participants develop problem-solving and decision-making skills as individuals and as a group. Candidates learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and develop Water Smart confidence and the lifesaving skills needed to be their own personal lifeguard. No manual is required. | ||||
| 10957 | Mon | 8:00-8:45 pm | Age: 12+ | $110 |
Bronze Medallion with Emergency First Aid and CPR-B (March Break) | ||||
| Bronze Medallion candidates must be age 13 or possess a valid Bronze Star certification. Bronze Medallion teaches lifesaving principles. Rescuers learn tows and carries, and defense and release methods in preparation for rescues of conscious and unconscious victims. Lifesavers develop stroke efficiency and endurance in a timed swim (500m in 15min). They will be handed out at the first class. | ||||
| 10794 | Age: 13+ | M:$150 NM:$180 | ||
| Participants must have a manual or register for one to participate in the Bronze Medallion and Cross courses. | ||||
Bronze Cross (March Break) | ||||
| Bronze Cross candidates must possess a valid Bronze Medallion certificate. Bronze Cross is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training, including an introduction to safe supervision of aquatic facilities. It includes a timed swim (600m in 18min). * Participants must have a manual or register for one to participate in the Bronze Medallion and Cross courses. They will be handed out at the first class. | ||||
| 10796 | Age: 14+ | M: $155 NM:$185 | ||
| Participants must have a manual or register for one to participate in the Bronze Medallion and Cross courses. | ||||
Canadian Lifesaving Manual | ||||
| Participants must have a manual or register for one to participate in the Bronze Medallion and Cross courses. | ||||
| 10542 | Age: n/a | $40 | ||
Standard First Aid with CPR-C and AED (Full Course) | ||||
| This course provides comprehensive First Aid & CPR techniques for those who want more knowledge to respond to emergencies in the home or workplace. A variety of topics are covered from basic first aid such as cardiovascular and breathing emergencies, CPR Level A, prevention of disease transmission to more severe sudden medical conditions and injuries to the head and spine. This certification is valid for 2 years. (Age 14+) | ||||
| 10893 | Sat-Sun | 9am-5pm | Age: 13+ | M:$100 NM:$125 |
| ** This course runs March 24-25, 2012 ** | ||||
Standard First Aid with CPR-C and AED (Recert) | ||||
| This course is for people who currently hold an expired Standard First Aid with CPR-C certification. This is a recertification course. | ||||
| 10894 | Sun | 12-5pm | Age: 13+ | M:$70 NM:$90 |
| ** This course runs March 25, 2012** | ||||
Assistant Water Safety Instructor | ||||
| In this prerequisite for the Red Cross Water Safety Instructor course, candidates learn foundation instructional skills including teaching methods, learning styles, physical principles, progressions, communication, safety supervision and feedback. (Must complete 8 hours of practical teaching in a red cross program) | ||||
| 11302 | April 5, 13-15, 2012 | Age: 15+ | M:$220 NM:$250 | |
| Prerequisite: 15 years of age and Bronze Cross **NEXT COURSE:April 5 (5-10pm), April 13 (5-10pm), April 14 (7am-5pm), April 15 (7am-5pm)** | ||||
Water Safety Instructor | ||||
| The Water Safety Instructor course is designed to enable successful candidates to teach the Red Cross Preschool and Swim Kids programs. The focus will be on teaching strategies, progression breakdown of skills and water safety skills. | ||||
| 11301 | Fri-Sun | May 11-13 | Age: 15+ | M:$175 NM:$200 |
| Prerequisite: Bronze Cross or higher and AWSI certification. **NEXT COURSE:May 11 (5-10pm), May 12 (7am-5pm), May 13 (7am-5pm)2012** | ||||
NLS and AED | ||||
| This course is a nationally recognized Lifeguarding program. The course emphasizes teamwork, leadership, and communication in prevention of accidents and treatment of medical emergencies. | ||||
| 11287 | Fri-Sun | Age: 16+ | M:250 NM:270 | |
| Candidates must possess Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid with CPR-C certification. Must be 16 years old by last class ** COURSE RUNS May 18-20 June 1-3** #RECERTIFICATION AVAILABLE June 3 12-5PM# | ||||
Lifesaving Society Instructor | ||||
| Lifesaving instructors are trained to teach and evaluate the three Canadian Swim Patrol Program awards, as well as the Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross courses. | ||||
| M-F | Age: 16+ | M:$175 NM: $200 | ||
| ** NEXT COURSE TO BE OFFERED FALL 2012 ** | ||||
Pre-Competitive (Grassroots)
Flames Swimming, beginner | ||||
| Swimmers should be able to do a front and back float, or be at Level 3 in the Red Cross program. Special consideration for swimmers with a disability. | ||||
| 10960 | Tue | 6:30-7:00 pm | Age: 6+ | $55 |
| 10961 | Thu | 6:30-7:00 pm | Age: 6+ | $55 |
Flames Swimming, intermediate | ||||
| Swimmers should be able to swim 25 meters of freestyle in the deep end, or be at Level 4 in the Red Cross program. Special consideration for swimmers with a disability. | ||||
| 10962 | Tue | 7:00-7:45 pm | Age: 6+ | $82.50 |
Flames Swimming, advanced | ||||
| Swimmers should be able to swim 75 meters of freestyle in the deep end, or be at Level 7 in the Red Cross program. Special consideration for swimmers with a disability. | ||||
| 10967 | Thu | 7:00-7:45 pm | Age: 6+ | $82.50 |
Sunshine Swimming, beginner (Special Needs) | ||||
| Focus is on discovery, kicking and breath control. This level introduces swimming skills and the basic movements of competitive strokes. Swimmers must be independent and comfortable in chest deep water. | ||||
| 10968 | Wed | 6:30-7:00 pm | Age: 6+ | $55 |
Sunshine Swimming, intermediate (Special Needs) | ||||
| Focus is on stroke technique and development. In this level, swimmers must be able to complete at least one width of back crawl as well as front crawl with side breathing. | ||||
| 10969 | Wed | 7:00-7:45 pm | Age: 6+ | $82.50 |
Sunshine Swimming, advanced (Special Needs) | ||||
| Focus is on introduction to competition and pre-competition. This level focuses on learning the rules of competition and becoming a more efficient swimmer. Swimmers must be able to complete one length of the deep end using front and back crawl, as well as have a basic knowledge of breast stroke and dolphin kick. | ||||
| 10967 | Wed | 7:30-8:15 pm | Age: 6+ | $82.50 |
Synchronized Swimming, beginner | ||||
| Focus is on swimming skills and learning the basics of synchronized swimming such as body positions and sculling as well as water safety. | ||||
| 10971 | Thu | 5:30-6:00 pm | Age: 2-5 | $55 |
| 10972 | Thu | 6:00-6:30pm | Age: 5-7 | $55 |
Synchronized Swimming, intermediate | ||||
| Focus is on stroke development and endurance. Participants will learn sculling, positions, transitions and more. There will also be work on synchronized routine development. | ||||
| 10973 | Thu | 6:30-7:15 pm | Age: 7-10 | $82.50 |
Pre-Competitive Synchro | ||||
| This synchro program is for athletes who are looking for a little bit more than grassroots, but aren't ready for the competitive stream. Swimmers will work on figure and routine skills, as well as swim skills and flexibility. This program runs from Fall session to the end of spring session taking all sessional breaks (32 weeks of instruction). | ||||
| 10897 | Tue | 6:00-8:00 pm | Age: 3-8 | $175 |
| Listed price is pro-rated for the spring session (11 weeks) | ||||