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Learn to Swim Programs in Chestermere

August 22, 2019

The Chestermere Recreation Centre, through a partnership with the Best Western Plus Hotel in Chestermere, offers Royal Lifesaving Society Learn to Swim Programs for children from six months to six years. For more information, or to register for the below-listed classes, please visit the recreation centre website. Registrations may also be made in person during regular office hours or by phoning 403-272-7170.

General Program Information:

  • Classes may change slightly due to the skill level of participants and registration numbers
  • All programs are 30-minutes in length
  • Members: $70.00, Non-Members: 95.00

Parent & Tot (Ages 6 months - 3 years)

Based on the principle of "Within Arms Reach", these classes focus on close playful interaction and shared fun between the child, parent and water. Max 12 children per class. 

Level 1, 2 and 3 (8-week sessions)

  • Sundays, September 29 - November 24 12:00 pm OR 3:00 pm
  • Tuesdays, October 1 - November 19 9:30 am OR 4:00 pm
  • Thursdays, October 3 - November 28 4:00 pm

Preschool Levels 1 - 5 (Ages 3 - 6)

Children will get a headstart on learning to swim. They'll have fun developing the basics to be safe and confident little swimmers, Includes Water Smart education as well. Max 5 children per class. 

Sundays, September 29 - November 24
  • 12:30 pm Level 1 & 2
  • 1:00 pm Level 1 & 2
  • 1:30 pm Level 3
  • 3:30 pm Level 1 & 2
  • 4:00 pm Level 1 & 2
  • 4:30 pm Level 3
Tuesdays, October 1 - November 19
  • 10:00 am Level 1 & 2
  • 10:30 am Level 3
  • 11:00 am Level 4 & 5
  • 4:30 pm Level 1 & 2
  • 5:00 pm Level 1 & 2
  • 5:30 pm Level 3
  • 6:00 pm Level 4 & 5

Wednesdays, October 2 - November 20
  • 4:30 pm Level 1 & 2
  • 5:00 pm Level 1 & 2
  • 5:30 pm Level 3
  • 6:00 pm Level 3
  • 6:30 pm Level 4 & 5
Thursdays, October 3 - November 28
  • 4:30 pm Level 1 & 2
  • 5:00 pm Level 1 & 2
  • 5:30 pm Level 3
  • 6:00 pm Level 3
  • 6:30 pm Level 4 & 5
Sundays, September 29 - November 24
  • 2:30 pm Level 4 & 5
  • 5:00 pm Level 4 & 5


SwimAbilities

For participants with special needs. All participants must be accompanied by a caregiver or aide. Eight-week session, 30-minute classes. 

September 29 - November 24

  • Ages 3- 6: 5:30 pm
  • Ages 7 - 12: 6:00 pm