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Group Lesson
NORTHAMPTON SWIM LESSONS--ALWAYS A TOP PICK!

Group Swim lessons are offered throughout the summer beginning June 17th!

Lessons are taught by experienced American Red Cross certified Lifeguards. With a 1:6 or less Instructor:Swimmer ratio, your child will develop skills that will last a lifetime! 
  • Classes usually meet Monday through Thursday in 2 week sessions, for a total of 8 classes per session.
  • In the event of inclement or threatening weather, a decision to cancel classes will be made 30 minutes prior to class start time.
  • Check your email or www.northamptonrec.com homepage for Alerts prior to heading to the pool if the weather appears questionable.
  • If a class is cancelled due to weather, it may be rescheduled to Friday, or a credit will be issued. No refunds will be given. 
  • NO MAKE UP CLASSES WILL BE OFFERED.
NOTE TO PARENTS: If the desired session is full, please add your child to the wait list. Additional sessions may be added once sufficient children appear on the wait list, provided an adequate number of instructors are available. Be sure to check out the Swim Lesson Parent Information document attached!

Discounted Rates Available--Save $5 per session when you sign up for 3 or more sessions in the same transaction.
This offer is good for the same child or different children living in the same household.
Enter PROMO CODE: 3+24Lessons-$5

PLUS...An ADDITIONAL $10 per session discounted rate automatically applied exclusively for Swim Club Members 

Northampton Township Camp Participants who are not already members of the Swim Club receive member pricing  ($10 per session discount)
Enter PROMO CODE: 24Camper-$10


Crazy schedule that won't allow you to participate in these group lessons? 
Click here to get more information on private/semi private swim lessons.

Give yourself some peace of mind while giving your child the gift of a lifetime--the ability to safely enjoy the water...Sign up TODAY!

GENERAL INFORMATION
  • Basic water safety will be reviewed in all classes
  • Fees: • Swim Club Member $75• Resident $85 • Non-Resident $95
  • SAVE $5 per session -- SIGN UP FOR 3 OR MORE SESSIONS OF YOUTH SWIM LESSONS IN THE SAME TRANSACTION. THIS OFFER IS GOOD FOR THE SAME CHILD OR DIFFERENT CHILDREN IN THE SAME HOUSEHOLD.
  • TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THESE DISCOUNTS, YOU MAY REGISTER ONLINE BUT YOU MUST ENTER THE APPROPRIATE PROMO CODE(S) SHOWN ABOVE.
  • REGISTER BY PHONE 215-357-6800 EXT 245 OR AT THE SWIM CLUB RECEPTION DESK, Northampton Township Swim Club, located at Northampton Valley Country Club, 299 Newtown Richboro Road, Richboro
  • Don't hesitate to call the office at 215-357-6800 ext. 245 for help with registration!!

Levels Descriptions
  • Tiny Tots: Each child registered for this class must be accompanied in the water by an adult. During this class, the instructor will interact individually with the child participants and provide guidance to the accompanying adult for reinforcement of techniques presented. The focus of this class will be gaining confidence around the water, water safety techniques and floating. PARTICIPANTS MUST WEAR APPROVED SWIM DIAPERS.
  • Pre-Beginner: Children must be at least 4 years of age to be registered for this class. Focus will be on floating, gliding and kicking on front and back, with support.
  • Beginner 1: Children must be at least 5 years of age to register for this class. Participants must be able to float and glide, with support, on front and back. Focus will be on floating and gliding without support progressing to Freestyle and Backstroke with support.
  • Beginner 2: Children must be at least 6 years of age to sign up for this class and must be able to float and glide on front and back, without support. Freestyle with breathing to the side and Backstroke without support will be taught. Swimmers will be introduced to deep water practicing treading and increasing endurance to successfully complete the Deep Water Swim Test.
  • Advanced: Participants must be able to swim Freestyle, breathing to the side for 1 width of the pool and have successfully completed the Deep Water Swim Test to register for this class. All strokes will be reviewed. Focus will be on treading water for 1 to 2 minutes and diving from the side of the pool. Breaststroke and Butterfly stroke will be introduced. While this remains a group lesson, classes will be tailored to the individual participant's strengths and fine tuning each stroke. Those who qualify for Advanced Lessons are encouraged to consider joining Northampton Swim Team!

Additional Forms and Files:
* Adjustments and discounts will be applied during checkout if applicable. *

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