Beth Tietz Winter 2008 Aquatics Pages for BRCE

Three Friendly Locations

Swim Lesson Registration Number: 952-681-6132Bloomington Pool Rental: 952-681-5283

Richfield Pool Rental: 612-798-6574Aquatics Program Coordinator

Betsy 952-681-6134

Valley View Middle School Pool

Richfield Middle School Pool

Olson Middle School Pool

8900 Portland Avenue-Bloomington

7461 Oliver Avenue South-Richfield

4551 West 102nd Street-Bloomington

Bloomington & Richfield Community Education

AQUATICS www.bloomingtonrichfieldcommunityeducation.com

Parent & Child AquaticsDeveloped for children 6 months to 5 years of age, Parent & Child Aquatics builds swimming readiness by emphasizing fun in the water. Parents & children participate in practice sessions that help children learn elementary skills, including water entry, bubble blowing, front kicking, back floating, underwater exploration and more. One adult per child required in the water. Pre-School (4 to 5 years)The Pre-School Class provides children their first pool experience without parental assistance in a safe, fun and positive learning environment. This class introduces new little swimmers to the pool. Instructors help children adapt to the pool and learn how to move independently through the water. Requirements for signing your child up for this class: • Has participated in one Parent & Child Class• Toilet trained• Able to listen and follow directions for 30 minutes• Child will be okay without parent or guardian in the pool• Able to hold onto wall for 30 minutesLevel 1: Introduction to Water Skills(Must be at least 5 years old)Helps students feel comfortable in the water by:• Enter and exit water safely• Submerge mouth, nose and eyes• Exhale underwater through mouth and nose• Swim on front and back using arm and leg action• Float on front and back• Follow basic water safety rules, and use a life jacket• Explore arm and hand movements

Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic SkillsGive students success with fundamental skills by:• Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side• Exit water safely by using ladder or side• Submerge entire head• Float on front and back• Perform front and back glide• Roll over from front to back, back to front• Tread water using arm and leg actions• Swim on front and back using combined strokes, as well as side• Move in the water while using a life jacket

Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentBuilds on the skills from Level 2 through additional guided practice by:• Jump into deep water from the side• Bob with the head fully submerged• Use rotary breathing in horizontal position• Perform front and back glide• Perform survival float• Change from horizontal to vertical position on front and back• Perform front and back crawl• Butterfly – kick and body motionLevel 4: Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills and improves other aquatic skills.• Swim underwater• Perform open turns on front and back using any stroke• Tread water using sculling arm motions and kick• Perform front and back crawl• Perform breaststroke and butterfly• Perform elementary backstroke• Swim on side using scissors like kickLevel 5: Stroke RefinementProvide further coordination and refinement of strokes by:• Tread water with 2 different kicks• Perform front and back flip turn • Perform front and back crawl• Perform butterfly and breaststroke• Perform elementary backstroke and sidestroke

Level 6: Swimming and Skill ProficiencyRefines strokes so students swim them with ease, efficiency, power and smoothness over great distances. Level 6 is created with “menu” options that focus on preparing students to participate in more advanced courses including Water Safety Instructor and Lifeguard Training courses. These options include: Personal Water Safety and Lifeguard readiness.Adult LessonsThis class is designed for individuals who are 16 years and older whowould like to learn to swim or improve their existing skills. Adults will also experience the benefits of swimming as an exercise program, social activity and a support group for learning to swim with progressions through the strokes and skills.

Offering Lessons for Over 30 Years!

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Lifeguard Training

Guard StartWater Safety

Assistant

CPR& more!

Climb on in, make a splash, and have a ball.

American Red Cross

The American Red Cross offers six comprehensive course levels that teach your child how to swim skillfully and safely. The prerequisite for each level is

the successful demonstration of the skills from the preceding level.Bloomington and Richfield Community Education proudly presents lessons by

“She seemed to really work well with the kids, kept their interest and encouraged them, no matter

what their skill level .” Parent Comment from

Summer 2007.

Valley View Middle School

Pool has

87 Degree Water

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Valley View Middle School PoolClass# Day Date Time NCDPC1W M 1/28 – 3/24 10:15 – 10:45 a.m. 2/18PC2W M 1/28 – 3/24 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. 2/18PC3W Tu 1/29 – 3/18 9:30 – 10:00 a.m.PC4W Tu 1/29 – 3/18 6:05 – 6:35 p.m.PC5W W 1/23 – 3/12 10:15 – 10:45 a.m.PC6W Th 1/24 – 3/13 6:00 – 6:30 p.m.PC7W S 1/26 – 3/15 9:00 – 9:30 a.m.PC8W S 1/26 – 3/15 11:15 – 11:45 a.m.

Richfield Middle School PoolClass# Day Date Time NCDRPC1W* Tu 1/22 – 3/11 5:50 – 6:20 p.m. 2/19RPC2W** S 1/26 – 2/16 11:20 – 11:50 a.m.

Valley View Middle School PoolClass # Day Date Time NCDA1W M 1/28 – 3/24 6:00 – 6:40 p.m. 2/18A2W M 1/28 – 3/24 6:45 – 7:25 p.m.A3W Tu 1/29 – 3/18 10:05 – 10:45 a.m.A4W Tu 1/29 – 3/18 5:30 – 6:10 p.m.A5W Tu 1/29 – 3/18 6:15 – 6:55 p.m.A6W S 1/26 – 3/15 9:30 - 10:10 a.m.A7W S 1/26 – 3/15 10:15 – 10:55 a.m.A8W S 1/26 – 3/15 11:00 – 11:40 a.m.+Tuesday morning classes from 1/29 – 3/4 will begin at Valley View Middle School Pool, and then move to Olson Middle School Pool from 3/11 – 3/18. +

Richfield Middle School PoolClass # Day Date Time NCDRA1W* Tu 1/22 – 3/11 5:45 – 6:25 p.m. 2/19RA2W* W 1/23 – 3/12 5:45 – 6:25 p.m. 2/20RA3W* W 1/23 – 3/12 6:30 – 7:10 p.m. 2/20RA4W** S 1/26 – 2/16 10:00 – 10:50 a.m.Preschool (4 to 5 years)

Class Fee: $57.00 8 Lessons* $50 7 Lessons / ** $29 4 LessonsValley View Middle School Pool

+ Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday morning classes from 1/23 – 3/5 will begin at Valley View Middle School Pool, and then move to Olson Middle School Pool from 3/10 – 3/24.+

Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills-YouthClass Fee: $60.00 8 Lessons* $53.00 7 Lessons / ** $38.00 4 Lessons

Parent & Child AquaticsClass Fee: $57.00 8 Lessons* $50.00 7 Lessons / ** $29.00 4 Lessons

Class# Day Date Time NCDP1W M 1/28 - 3/24 6:00 – 6:30 p.m. 2/18P2W M 1/28 - 3/24 6:35 – 7:05 p.m. 2/18P3W M 1/28 - 3/24 10:50 – 11:20 a.m. 2/18P4W Tu 1/29 - 3/18 5:30 – 6:00 p.m.P5W Tu 1/29 - 3/18 10:50 – 11:20 a.m.P6W W 1/29 - 3/12 10:50 – 11:20 a.m.P7W S 1/26 - 3/15 9:30 – 10:00 a.m.P8W S 1/26 - 3/15 10:05 – 10:35 a.m.P9W S 1/26 - 3/15 10:40 – 11:10 a.m.+ Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday morning classes from 1/23 – 3/5 will begin at Valley View Middle School Pool, and then move to Olson Middle School Pool from 3/10 – 3/24.+ Richfield Middle School PoolClass# Day Date Time NCDRP1W* W 1/23 - 3/12 5:50 - 6:20 p.m. 2/20RP2W** S 1/26 - 2/16 10:10 - 10:40 a.m.RP3W** S 1/26 - 2/16 10:45 -11:15 a.m.

Richfield Middle School

Pool is Newly Renovated!

Valley View Middle School Pool EntranceAll daytime pool participants must enter through the main door and sign in. Evening and Saturday participants will enter “Door G,” in the back of the building, West side. Valley View Middle School Pool is a comfortable 87 degrees!During Swim Lesson ClassesParent or Guardian--Children need to be accompanied by an adult during lessons and need to be present in the gallery during lessons.

Class MakeupsThere are no makeups for missed classes. There are no refunds or credits given for missed classes.

Aquatic Cancellation PolicyAlthough most classes run, we reserve the right to cancel classes due to low enrollment. To receive a full refund, cancellations must be made at least 7 days before the start of your class; after that, a $5 processing fee will be deducted from your refund. Individuals who choose to cancel after the first session of class will receive a prorated refund with a $5 processing fee deducted.

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Class# Day Date Time NCDB1W M 1/28 - 3/24 6:00 – 6:40 p.m. 2/18B2W M 1/28 - 3/24 6:45 – 7:25 p.m. 2/18B3W Tu 1/29 - 3/18 5:30 - 6:10 p.m.B4W S 1/26 - 3/15 9:30 - 10:10 a.m. B5W S 1/26 - 3/15 10:15 - 10:55 a.m.

B6W S 1/26 - 3/15 11:00 - 11:40 a.m.

Valley View Middle School PoolClass # Day Date Time NCDC1W M 1/28 - 3/24 6:00 - 6:40 p.m. 2/18C2W Tu 1/29 - 3/18 5:30 - 6:10 p.m.C3W Tu 1/29 - 3/18 6:15 - 6:55 p.m.C4W S 1/26 – 3/15 9:30 – 10:10 a.m.C5W S 1/26 – 3/15 10:15 – 10:55 a.m.C6W S 1/26 – 3/15 11:00 – 11:40 a.m.

Richfield Middle School PoolClass# Day Date Time NCDRC1W* Tu 1/22 – 3/11 6:30 – 7:10 p.m. 2/19RC2W* W 1/23 – 3/12 6:30 – 7:10 p.m 2/20RC3W** S 1/26 – 2/16 11:00 - 11:50 a.m.

Adult LessonsClass Fee: $60.00 8 Lessons


NCD = No Class Date

Level 4: Stroke Improvement-YouthClass Fee: $60.00 8 Lessons * $53.00 7 Lessons / ** $38.00 4 Lessons


Level 5: Stroke Development -Youth Class Fee: $60.00 8 LessonsValley View Middle School Pool

Class# Day Date Time NCDD1W M 1/28 - 3/24 6:00 - 6:40 p.m.D2W M 1/28 - 3/24 6:45 - 7:25 p.m.D3W S 1/26 - 3/18 9:30 - 10:10 a.m.

Richfield Middle School PoolClass# Day Date Time NCDRD1W* Tu 1/22 - 3/11 6:30 - 7:10 p.m. 2/18RD2W** S 1/26 - 2/16 11:00 - 11:50 a.m.

Class# Day Date Time NCDE1W M 1/28 - 3/24 6:45 - 7:25 p.m. 2/18E2W Tu 1/29 - 3/18 6:15 - 6:55 p.m.E3W S 1/26 - 3/15 10:15 - 10:55 a.m.

Class# Day Date Time NCDF1W S 1/26 - 3/15 11:00 - 11:40 a.m.

Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills-YouthClass Fee: $60.00 8 Lessons * $53.00 7 Lessons / ** $38.00 4 Lessons


Level 3: Stroke Development-YouthClass Fee: $60.00 8 Lessons * $53.00 7 Lessons / ** $38.00 4 Lessons

Class# Day Date Time NCDRB1W* Tu 1/22 – 3/11 5:45 – 6:25 p.m. 2/19RB2W* Tu 1/22 – 3/11 6:30 – 7:10 p.m. 2/19RB3W* W 1/23 – 3/12 5:45 – 6:25 p.m. 2/20RB4W* W 1/23 – 3/12 6:30 – 7:10 p.m. 2/20RB5W** S 1/26 – 2/16 10:00 – 10:50 a.m.

Level 6: Swimming and Skill Proficiency -YouthClass Fee: $60.00 8 LessonsValley View Middle School Pool

Class# Day Date Time

G1W Tu 1/29 – 3/18 6:40 – 7:20 p.m.

American Red Cross Lifeguard TrainingClass Fee: $200

This comprehensive course is designed to instruct course participants in the skills and knowledge needed to become a lifeguard. Course candidates will learn how to recognize, prevent, and respond quickly to aquatic emergencies. The course also instructs participants in CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED and First Aid. Participants will receive certifications in the above – mentioned materials upon completion of attending all class sessions, passing all written exams and water skills and tests.

Prerequisites:• Participant must be 15 years of age or older• Ability to pass pretest. Pretest of 300 yard swim using front crawl with rhythmic breathing and breaststroke. (Must swim 300 yards continuously)• Swim 20 yards using front crawl or breaststroke, surface dive 7 – 10 feet retrieve 10 pound brick, return to surface, swim 20 yards back to starting point with object, exit the water without using a ladder or steps, within 1 minute and 40 seconds.• Certifications received upon completion of course objectives and passing score of 80 percent correct of course final written exam.

Guard StartClass Fee: $75.00 8 Lessons

American Red Cross GuardStart: Lifeguarding Tomorrow isdesigned to prepare 11 to 14 year olds to take Red Cross Lifeguarding certification programs and for future work as lifeguards.

The GuardStart program helps participants build a foundation of knowledge, attitudes and skills that they will need to be responsible lifeguards. Lessons are grouped into five main areas: prevention, fitness, response, leadership and professionalism. Textbook included.

Valley View Middle School PoolClass# Day Date TimeGS1W S 1/26 – 3/15 12:00 – 1:30 p.m.

Introduction to Competitive SwimmingClass Fee: $80.00 8 Lessons

The purpose of Introduction to Competitive Swimming Class is to provide swimmers, level 4 and up, with a basic introduction to competitive swimming skills. The class will be taught and directed by a USA Swimming Certified Professional Swim Coach from the Bloomington basedBARRACUDA AQUATICS CLUB. Participants will learn to:• Execute competitive swimming technique drills in Butterfly, Backstroke (Back Crawl), Breaststroke and Freestyle (Front Crawl).• Learn and develop competitive racing turns for all 4 competitive strokes.• Be able to execute the 4 competitive strokes efficiently.

Valley View Middle School PoolClass# Day Date TimeCS1W Tu 1/29 – 3/18 5:30 – 6:10 p.m.

WSA – Water Safety Instructor AideClass Fee: $75.00 8 Lessons

The purpose of the Water Safety Instructor Aide course is to provide training for individuals who wish to assist Water Safety Instructors in conducting American Red Cross Swimming Lessons. Individuals must be:• At least 12 years of age or older• Exhibit a strong sense of maturity• Enthusiasm• Responsibility• Leadership skills

Aide candidates must be able to demonstrate all the skills required for Level 6 of the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program.

Valley View Middle School PoolClass# Day Date Time NCDWSA1W M 1/28 – 3/24 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. 2/18

Lifeguard and First Aid certifications are valid for three years.CPR-PR, AED are valid for one year.Valley View Middle School PoolClass# Day Date Time LGT2F M - F 1/7 – 1/11 & 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. 1/14 – 1/18 Olson Middle School PoolClass# Day Date TimeLGT1W M – F 3/31 – 4/4 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training ChallengeClass Fee: $80.00

Competency testing of skills and knowledge with no allowance for review or assistance from instructor. If your certificate is not current, you may only take a challenge once. Participants must bring their textbooks and pocket masks and should review information and skills before coming to class. If you do not have these materials, you must purchase them in advance.

Prerequisites:• Must be able to complete Lifeguarding pre-course.• Certification received upon completion of course objectives and passing score of 80 percent correct of course’s final exam.• Lifeguard and First Aid certifications are valid for three years. CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification is valid for one year.

Valley View Middle SchoolClass # Day Date TimeLTC1W F 2/8 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.

CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer ChallengeClass Fee: $65.00

Renew your American Red Cross CPR for Professional Rescuer with a challenge course. The participant has sole responsibility for correctly demonstrating the appropriate skills for adult, children and infant victims for respiratory and cardiac emergencies as well as use of and automated external defibrillator (AED). No prerequisites for this course. Anyone may participate. Certification received upon completion of course objectives and passing score of 80 percent correct of course final exam. Certification is valid for one year.

Valley View Middle SchoolClass # Day Date TimePRC1 W 1/23 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. PRC2 W 3/19 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.

CPR/AED for the Professional RescuerClass Fee: $90.00

Designed for any individual who has a duty to respond to emergencies, our new CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer program combines discussions and video with hands-on training to promote effective learning and keep students motivated. Updated with the latest science for CPR and emergency cardiovascular care, this course is based on real-life rescue scenarios and lessons that reinforce decision-making skills. Course content includes: Responding to adults, children and infants experiencing breathing and cardiac emergencies; Using an AED on an adult and child victim of cardiac arrest; Using personal protective equipment to stop blood borne pathogens and diseases from spreading. Certification received upon completion of course objectives and passing score of 80 percent correct of course final exam. Certification is valid for one year.

Valley View Middle SchoolClass# Day Date TimePR1 W 2/20 & 2/27 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.

Certification Courses

New Class

New Class

Water AerobicsThis one-hour class is a wonderful way to tone and strengthen muscles while developing cardiovascular endurance and increasing flexibility. By having the natural resistance of the water, participants receive a great workout that is gentle on the joints. No swimming skills necessary for this class. Classes may be cancelled due to low enrollment.

Water Fitness Cards MUST be purchased at the pools. Please bring your WATER FITNESS CARD to each class you attend.

Red Card - RWF$59.00 per 12 – 1-hour classes$29.00 per 12 – 30-minute classes

The Red Card provides you the flexibility to attend any 2 classes a week.The Red Card expires at the end of the session.

Blue Card - BWF$85.00 per 18 – 1-hour classes$42.00 per 18 – 30-minute classes

The Blue Card provides you the flexibility to attend any 3 classes a week.The Blue Card expires at the end of the session.

Gold Card – GWF$450 per year – unlimited water fitness classes. The Gold Card provides you the flexibility to attend as many classes a month as you wish.

Water Fitness Fees: $3 per 30 minute class$6 per hour class

Drop ins always

welcome

Water Fitness and open swim

OPEN & LAP SWIM




Day Date Time NCDM W F* 1/23 - 3/7 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. 2/18Th * 1/24 - 3/20 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.S* 1/26, 2/16, 3/15 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.* One lap lane will be available at this time.*

Day Date Time NCDM W F* 3/10 - 3/26 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. 3/21* Lap lanes will be available at this time.*

Day Date Time NCDTu W 1/22 - 3/12 7:15 - 8:15 p,m. 2/19, 2/20S 1/26 - 2/16 12:00 - 1:30 p.m.

Get 12x the resistance with water exercise

Drop In Fee: $5.00 per person $7.00 per familyPunch Card: $48.00 12 times per person

$72.00 12 times per family

Day Date Time NCDM W F 1/23 -3/7 9:10 - 10:10 a.m. 2/18Tu Th 1/24 - 3/6 8:15 - 9:15 a.m.Tu 1/29 - 3/25 7:10 - 8:10 p.m.Th 1/24 - 3/20 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.S 1/26 - 3/15 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.

DayM W F

Date3/10 - 3/26

Time9:10 - 10:10 a.m.

NCD3/21

Tu Th 3/11 - 3/25 8:15 - 9:15 a.m.

DayTu W

Date1/22 - 3/12

Time7:15 - 8:15 p.m.

NCD2/19, 2/20

Water WalkingThis is a 30-minute class that begins with stretches and works up to an aerobic level of fitness walking. This class is held in the shallow end of the pool. Classes may be cancelled due to low enrollment .

Day Date Time NCDM W F 1/23 - 3/7 8:00 - 8:30 a.m. 2/18

DayM W F

Date3/10 - 3/26

Time8:00 - 8:30 a.m.

NCD3/21

Deep Water RunningThis is a 30-minute class. This no impact deep water running class benefits the cardiovascular system and is great for muscle toning. Classes may be cancelled due to low enrollment.

Valley View Middle School PoolDay Date Time NCDM W F 1/23 - 3/7 8:30 - 9:00 a.m. 2/18Th 1/24 - 3/20 6:30 - 7:00 p.m.

Day Date Time NCDM W F 3/10 - 3/26 8:30 - 9:00 a.m. 3/21







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Beth Tietz Winter 2008 Aquatics Pages for BRCE