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Saturday July 27, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM    Pickleball
 
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM    Adult Swim
 
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM    Birthday Party
 
1:30 PM - 7:00 PM    Public Swim
 
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Reserved
 
Sunday July 28, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM    Tennis
 
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM    Reserved
 
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM    pickle ball
 
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM    Adult Swim
 
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM    Reserved
 
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM    Family gathering
 
1:30 PM - 7:00 PM    Public Swim
 
Monday July 29, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM    Swim Team
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Water Aerobics - Water Aerobics
Aqua Fit Classes  Water Aerobics (Aqua Fit)  is a one hour class full of fun and energy! Exercises are performed in water that is between waist and chest deep and no swimming skills are needed to participate. Regardless of your age, size, or fitness level, you will find this aquatic adventure motivating and effective. Increase cardiovascular fitness, range of motion and muscle tone while using the resistance of the water to cushion the feet, ankles,  knees, and back.  Exercises are performed to lively music to keep you motivated and moving.  To purchase an entire season you must purchase a pool membership.  Drop in classes are available for $15.00 per class and payment can be made when attending class.   This program is for adults ages 18 & UP
 
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM    ANWSD Fusion
 
1:45 PM - 7:00 PM    Public Swim
 
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM    Swim Team PM
 
Tuesday July 30, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM    Swim Team
 
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM    ANWSD Fusion
 
1:45 PM - 5:00 PM    Public Swim
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Reserved
 
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Adult Swim
 
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM    Public Swim
 
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM    Swim Team PM
 
Wednesday July 31, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM    Swim Team
 
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM    ANWSD Fusion
 
1:45 PM - 5:00 PM    Public Swim
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Adult Swim
 
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM    Public Swim
 
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM    Pick UP Pickleball
 
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM    Pick Up Pickleball
 
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM    Swim Team PM
 
Thursday August 1, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM    Swim Team
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Water Aerobics - Water Aerobics
Aqua Fit Classes  Water Aerobics (Aqua Fit)  is a one hour class full of fun and energy! Exercises are performed in water that is between waist and chest deep and no swimming skills are needed to participate. Regardless of your age, size, or fitness level, you will find this aquatic adventure motivating and effective. Increase cardiovascular fitness, range of motion and muscle tone while using the resistance of the water to cushion the feet, ankles,  knees, and back.  Exercises are performed to lively music to keep you motivated and moving.  To purchase an entire season you must purchase a pool membership.  Drop in classes are available for $15.00 per class and payment can be made when attending class.   This program is for adults ages 18 & UP
 
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM    ANWSD Fusion
 
1:45 PM - 7:00 PM    Public Swim
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Reserved
 
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Evergreen Private Event
 
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM    Swim Team PM
 
Friday August 2, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM    Swim Team
 
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM    UtC Wellness
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    UTC Wellness Water Aerobics
 
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM    ANWSD Fusion
 
1:45 PM - 5:00 PM    Public Swim
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Adult Swim
 
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Soccer Sparks Session 3 - Soccer Sparks Kickin with the Parents 2-3 Yrs
Soccer Sparks offers age-appropriate soccer classes for kids ages 2 to 12 in a low pressure, high skill learning environment. The Soccer Sparks approach utilizes fun and games so that children develop a passion for soccer without the stress of competitive play. Taught by USSF Nationally Certified coaches, Soccer Sparks' “all-ball” training techniques help kids meet their maximum potential while emphasizing fair play and enjoyment of the sport.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kickin’ with the Parents 2-3 YrsParent and child soccer! By playing fun games, children improve their blossoming balance, coordination, and general motor skills. Aside from learning how to dribble and strike a soccer ball, children and parents also get the opportunity to share those first, unforgettable, goal-scoring adventures together.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kick the Ball! – 3-4 YrsKick the ball! The Soccer Sparks 3-4 year old class is designed to help kids develop their large motor skills and get them running, dribbling, and kicking the ball while having lots of fun. The kids learn the very basics of the game through skill demonstrations and games as they transition from parent to individual participation.Class Title: Soccer Sparks – Dribble, Kick, Pass! - 4-5 YrsDribble, kick, and pass! The Soccer Sparks 4-5 year old class is designed to spark an early passion for the game in young players. This class will encourage greater retention of foundational soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a positive environment. Our curriculum includes fun and energetic games that teach kids about playing within a group..Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks - 6-9 YrsDazzle with your footwork! The Soccer Sparks 6-9 year old class utilizes the “all ball” approach to foster skill improvement and build player confidence. Players will learn to solidify such skills as dribbling, passing, trapping, receiving, juggling, and accurate shooting in a supportive group environment.Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks – 9-12 YrsIn this class we continue building on the individual players skills while put more of a focus on team play, here players develop and adapt their abilities and learn how to use them on their own within the game, be creative and express themselves through the beautiful game. More skills are introduced in addition to the fundamentals, such as dribbling moves, juggling and – the most fun of all – accurate shooting.
 
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM    Public Swim
 
5:35 PM - 6:05 PM    Soccer Sparks Session 3 - Soccer Sparks Kick the Ball 3-4 Yrs
Soccer Sparks offers age-appropriate soccer classes for kids ages 2 to 12 in a low pressure, high skill learning environment. The Soccer Sparks approach utilizes fun and games so that children develop a passion for soccer without the stress of competitive play. Taught by USSF Nationally Certified coaches, Soccer Sparks' “all-ball” training techniques help kids meet their maximum potential while emphasizing fair play and enjoyment of the sport.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kickin’ with the Parents 2-3 YrsParent and child soccer! By playing fun games, children improve their blossoming balance, coordination, and general motor skills. Aside from learning how to dribble and strike a soccer ball, children and parents also get the opportunity to share those first, unforgettable, goal-scoring adventures together.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kick the Ball! – 3-4 YrsKick the ball! The Soccer Sparks 3-4 year old class is designed to help kids develop their large motor skills and get them running, dribbling, and kicking the ball while having lots of fun. The kids learn the very basics of the game through skill demonstrations and games as they transition from parent to individual participation.Class Title: Soccer Sparks – Dribble, Kick, Pass! - 4-5 YrsDribble, kick, and pass! The Soccer Sparks 4-5 year old class is designed to spark an early passion for the game in young players. This class will encourage greater retention of foundational soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a positive environment. Our curriculum includes fun and energetic games that teach kids about playing within a group..Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks - 6-9 YrsDazzle with your footwork! The Soccer Sparks 6-9 year old class utilizes the “all ball” approach to foster skill improvement and build player confidence. Players will learn to solidify such skills as dribbling, passing, trapping, receiving, juggling, and accurate shooting in a supportive group environment.Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks – 9-12 YrsIn this class we continue building on the individual players skills while put more of a focus on team play, here players develop and adapt their abilities and learn how to use them on their own within the game, be creative and express themselves through the beautiful game. More skills are introduced in addition to the fundamentals, such as dribbling moves, juggling and – the most fun of all – accurate shooting.
 
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM    Reserved
 
6:10 PM - 6:55 PM    Soccer Sparks Session 3 - Soccer Sparks Dribble Kick Pass 4-5 Yrs
Soccer Sparks offers age-appropriate soccer classes for kids ages 2 to 12 in a low pressure, high skill learning environment. The Soccer Sparks approach utilizes fun and games so that children develop a passion for soccer without the stress of competitive play. Taught by USSF Nationally Certified coaches, Soccer Sparks' “all-ball” training techniques help kids meet their maximum potential while emphasizing fair play and enjoyment of the sport.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kickin’ with the Parents 2-3 YrsParent and child soccer! By playing fun games, children improve their blossoming balance, coordination, and general motor skills. Aside from learning how to dribble and strike a soccer ball, children and parents also get the opportunity to share those first, unforgettable, goal-scoring adventures together.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kick the Ball! – 3-4 YrsKick the ball! The Soccer Sparks 3-4 year old class is designed to help kids develop their large motor skills and get them running, dribbling, and kicking the ball while having lots of fun. The kids learn the very basics of the game through skill demonstrations and games as they transition from parent to individual participation.Class Title: Soccer Sparks – Dribble, Kick, Pass! - 4-5 YrsDribble, kick, and pass! The Soccer Sparks 4-5 year old class is designed to spark an early passion for the game in young players. This class will encourage greater retention of foundational soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a positive environment. Our curriculum includes fun and energetic games that teach kids about playing within a group..Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks - 6-9 YrsDazzle with your footwork! The Soccer Sparks 6-9 year old class utilizes the “all ball” approach to foster skill improvement and build player confidence. Players will learn to solidify such skills as dribbling, passing, trapping, receiving, juggling, and accurate shooting in a supportive group environment.Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks – 9-12 YrsIn this class we continue building on the individual players skills while put more of a focus on team play, here players develop and adapt their abilities and learn how to use them on their own within the game, be creative and express themselves through the beautiful game. More skills are introduced in addition to the fundamentals, such as dribbling moves, juggling and – the most fun of all – accurate shooting.
 
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM    Soccer Sparks Session 3 - Soccer Sparks Youth Soccer 6-9 Yrs
Soccer Sparks offers age-appropriate soccer classes for kids ages 2 to 12 in a low pressure, high skill learning environment. The Soccer Sparks approach utilizes fun and games so that children develop a passion for soccer without the stress of competitive play. Taught by USSF Nationally Certified coaches, Soccer Sparks' “all-ball” training techniques help kids meet their maximum potential while emphasizing fair play and enjoyment of the sport.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kickin’ with the Parents 2-3 YrsParent and child soccer! By playing fun games, children improve their blossoming balance, coordination, and general motor skills. Aside from learning how to dribble and strike a soccer ball, children and parents also get the opportunity to share those first, unforgettable, goal-scoring adventures together.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kick the Ball! – 3-4 YrsKick the ball! The Soccer Sparks 3-4 year old class is designed to help kids develop their large motor skills and get them running, dribbling, and kicking the ball while having lots of fun. The kids learn the very basics of the game through skill demonstrations and games as they transition from parent to individual participation.Class Title: Soccer Sparks – Dribble, Kick, Pass! - 4-5 YrsDribble, kick, and pass! The Soccer Sparks 4-5 year old class is designed to spark an early passion for the game in young players. This class will encourage greater retention of foundational soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a positive environment. Our curriculum includes fun and energetic games that teach kids about playing within a group..Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks - 6-9 YrsDazzle with your footwork! The Soccer Sparks 6-9 year old class utilizes the “all ball” approach to foster skill improvement and build player confidence. Players will learn to solidify such skills as dribbling, passing, trapping, receiving, juggling, and accurate shooting in a supportive group environment.Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks – 9-12 YrsIn this class we continue building on the individual players skills while put more of a focus on team play, here players develop and adapt their abilities and learn how to use them on their own within the game, be creative and express themselves through the beautiful game. More skills are introduced in addition to the fundamentals, such as dribbling moves, juggling and – the most fun of all – accurate shooting.
 
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM    Soccer Sparks Session 3 - Soccer Sparks Youth Soccer 9-12 Yrs
Soccer Sparks offers age-appropriate soccer classes for kids ages 2 to 12 in a low pressure, high skill learning environment. The Soccer Sparks approach utilizes fun and games so that children develop a passion for soccer without the stress of competitive play. Taught by USSF Nationally Certified coaches, Soccer Sparks' “all-ball” training techniques help kids meet their maximum potential while emphasizing fair play and enjoyment of the sport.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kickin’ with the Parents 2-3 YrsParent and child soccer! By playing fun games, children improve their blossoming balance, coordination, and general motor skills. Aside from learning how to dribble and strike a soccer ball, children and parents also get the opportunity to share those first, unforgettable, goal-scoring adventures together.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kick the Ball! – 3-4 YrsKick the ball! The Soccer Sparks 3-4 year old class is designed to help kids develop their large motor skills and get them running, dribbling, and kicking the ball while having lots of fun. The kids learn the very basics of the game through skill demonstrations and games as they transition from parent to individual participation.Class Title: Soccer Sparks – Dribble, Kick, Pass! - 4-5 YrsDribble, kick, and pass! The Soccer Sparks 4-5 year old class is designed to spark an early passion for the game in young players. This class will encourage greater retention of foundational soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a positive environment. Our curriculum includes fun and energetic games that teach kids about playing within a group..Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks - 6-9 YrsDazzle with your footwork! The Soccer Sparks 6-9 year old class utilizes the “all ball” approach to foster skill improvement and build player confidence. Players will learn to solidify such skills as dribbling, passing, trapping, receiving, juggling, and accurate shooting in a supportive group environment.Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks – 9-12 YrsIn this class we continue building on the individual players skills while put more of a focus on team play, here players develop and adapt their abilities and learn how to use them on their own within the game, be creative and express themselves through the beautiful game. More skills are introduced in addition to the fundamentals, such as dribbling moves, juggling and – the most fun of all – accurate shooting.
 
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM    Swim Team PM
 
Saturday August 3, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM    Pickleball
 
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM    Adult Swim
 
1:30 PM - 7:00 PM    Public Swim
 
Sunday August 4, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM    Tennis
 
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM    Reserved
 
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM    pickle ball
 
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM    Adult Swim
 
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM    Reserved
 
1:30 PM - 7:00 PM    Public Swim
 
Monday August 5, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM    Swim Team
 
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Private Swim Lessons
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Adult Swim Lessons
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Water Aerobics - Water Aerobics
Aqua Fit Classes  Water Aerobics (Aqua Fit)  is a one hour class full of fun and energy! Exercises are performed in water that is between waist and chest deep and no swimming skills are needed to participate. Regardless of your age, size, or fitness level, you will find this aquatic adventure motivating and effective. Increase cardiovascular fitness, range of motion and muscle tone while using the resistance of the water to cushion the feet, ankles,  knees, and back.  Exercises are performed to lively music to keep you motivated and moving.  To purchase an entire season you must purchase a pool membership.  Drop in classes are available for $15.00 per class and payment can be made when attending class.   This program is for adults ages 18 & UP
 
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM    ANWSD Fusion
 
1:45 PM - 5:00 PM    Public Swim
 
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Adult Swim
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 1
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 2
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 3
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 1
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 2
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 3
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 4
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
Tuesday August 6, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM    Swim Team
 
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Private Swim Lessons
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Adult Swim Lessons
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM    ANWSD Fusion
 
1:45 PM - 5:00 PM    Public Swim
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Reserved
 
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Adult Swim
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 1
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 2
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 3
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 1
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 2
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 3
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 4
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
Wednesday August 7, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM    Swim Team
 
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Private Swim Lessons
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Adult Swim Lessons
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM    ANWSD Fusion
 
1:45 PM - 5:00 PM    Public Swim
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Adult Swim
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 1
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 2
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 3
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM    Pick UP Pickleball
 
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM    Pick Up Pickleball
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 1
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 2
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 3
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 4
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
Thursday August 8, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM    Swim Team
 
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Private Swim Lessons
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Adult Swim Lessons
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Water Aerobics - Water Aerobics
Aqua Fit Classes  Water Aerobics (Aqua Fit)  is a one hour class full of fun and energy! Exercises are performed in water that is between waist and chest deep and no swimming skills are needed to participate. Regardless of your age, size, or fitness level, you will find this aquatic adventure motivating and effective. Increase cardiovascular fitness, range of motion and muscle tone while using the resistance of the water to cushion the feet, ankles,  knees, and back.  Exercises are performed to lively music to keep you motivated and moving.  To purchase an entire season you must purchase a pool membership.  Drop in classes are available for $15.00 per class and payment can be made when attending class.   This program is for adults ages 18 & UP
 
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM    ANWSD Fusion
 
1:45 PM - 5:00 PM    Public Swim
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Reserved
 
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Adult Swim
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 1
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 2
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 3
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 1
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 2
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 3
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 4
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
Friday August 9, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM    Swim Team
 
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Private Swim Lessons
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Adult Swim Lessons
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM    ANWSD Fusion
 
1:45 PM - 5:00 PM    Public Swim
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Adult Swim
 
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Soccer Sparks Session 3 - Soccer Sparks Kickin with the Parents 2-3 Yrs
Soccer Sparks offers age-appropriate soccer classes for kids ages 2 to 12 in a low pressure, high skill learning environment. The Soccer Sparks approach utilizes fun and games so that children develop a passion for soccer without the stress of competitive play. Taught by USSF Nationally Certified coaches, Soccer Sparks' “all-ball” training techniques help kids meet their maximum potential while emphasizing fair play and enjoyment of the sport.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kickin’ with the Parents 2-3 YrsParent and child soccer! By playing fun games, children improve their blossoming balance, coordination, and general motor skills. Aside from learning how to dribble and strike a soccer ball, children and parents also get the opportunity to share those first, unforgettable, goal-scoring adventures together.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kick the Ball! – 3-4 YrsKick the ball! The Soccer Sparks 3-4 year old class is designed to help kids develop their large motor skills and get them running, dribbling, and kicking the ball while having lots of fun. The kids learn the very basics of the game through skill demonstrations and games as they transition from parent to individual participation.Class Title: Soccer Sparks – Dribble, Kick, Pass! - 4-5 YrsDribble, kick, and pass! The Soccer Sparks 4-5 year old class is designed to spark an early passion for the game in young players. This class will encourage greater retention of foundational soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a positive environment. Our curriculum includes fun and energetic games that teach kids about playing within a group..Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks - 6-9 YrsDazzle with your footwork! The Soccer Sparks 6-9 year old class utilizes the “all ball” approach to foster skill improvement and build player confidence. Players will learn to solidify such skills as dribbling, passing, trapping, receiving, juggling, and accurate shooting in a supportive group environment.Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks – 9-12 YrsIn this class we continue building on the individual players skills while put more of a focus on team play, here players develop and adapt their abilities and learn how to use them on their own within the game, be creative and express themselves through the beautiful game. More skills are introduced in addition to the fundamentals, such as dribbling moves, juggling and – the most fun of all – accurate shooting.
 
5:35 PM - 6:05 PM    Soccer Sparks Session 3 - Soccer Sparks Kick the Ball 3-4 Yrs
Soccer Sparks offers age-appropriate soccer classes for kids ages 2 to 12 in a low pressure, high skill learning environment. The Soccer Sparks approach utilizes fun and games so that children develop a passion for soccer without the stress of competitive play. Taught by USSF Nationally Certified coaches, Soccer Sparks' “all-ball” training techniques help kids meet their maximum potential while emphasizing fair play and enjoyment of the sport.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kickin’ with the Parents 2-3 YrsParent and child soccer! By playing fun games, children improve their blossoming balance, coordination, and general motor skills. Aside from learning how to dribble and strike a soccer ball, children and parents also get the opportunity to share those first, unforgettable, goal-scoring adventures together.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kick the Ball! – 3-4 YrsKick the ball! The Soccer Sparks 3-4 year old class is designed to help kids develop their large motor skills and get them running, dribbling, and kicking the ball while having lots of fun. The kids learn the very basics of the game through skill demonstrations and games as they transition from parent to individual participation.Class Title: Soccer Sparks – Dribble, Kick, Pass! - 4-5 YrsDribble, kick, and pass! The Soccer Sparks 4-5 year old class is designed to spark an early passion for the game in young players. This class will encourage greater retention of foundational soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a positive environment. Our curriculum includes fun and energetic games that teach kids about playing within a group..Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks - 6-9 YrsDazzle with your footwork! The Soccer Sparks 6-9 year old class utilizes the “all ball” approach to foster skill improvement and build player confidence. Players will learn to solidify such skills as dribbling, passing, trapping, receiving, juggling, and accurate shooting in a supportive group environment.Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks – 9-12 YrsIn this class we continue building on the individual players skills while put more of a focus on team play, here players develop and adapt their abilities and learn how to use them on their own within the game, be creative and express themselves through the beautiful game. More skills are introduced in addition to the fundamentals, such as dribbling moves, juggling and – the most fun of all – accurate shooting.
 
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM    Reserved
 
6:10 PM - 6:55 PM    Soccer Sparks Session 3 - Soccer Sparks Dribble Kick Pass 4-5 Yrs
Soccer Sparks offers age-appropriate soccer classes for kids ages 2 to 12 in a low pressure, high skill learning environment. The Soccer Sparks approach utilizes fun and games so that children develop a passion for soccer without the stress of competitive play. Taught by USSF Nationally Certified coaches, Soccer Sparks' “all-ball” training techniques help kids meet their maximum potential while emphasizing fair play and enjoyment of the sport.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kickin’ with the Parents 2-3 YrsParent and child soccer! By playing fun games, children improve their blossoming balance, coordination, and general motor skills. Aside from learning how to dribble and strike a soccer ball, children and parents also get the opportunity to share those first, unforgettable, goal-scoring adventures together.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kick the Ball! – 3-4 YrsKick the ball! The Soccer Sparks 3-4 year old class is designed to help kids develop their large motor skills and get them running, dribbling, and kicking the ball while having lots of fun. The kids learn the very basics of the game through skill demonstrations and games as they transition from parent to individual participation.Class Title: Soccer Sparks – Dribble, Kick, Pass! - 4-5 YrsDribble, kick, and pass! The Soccer Sparks 4-5 year old class is designed to spark an early passion for the game in young players. This class will encourage greater retention of foundational soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a positive environment. Our curriculum includes fun and energetic games that teach kids about playing within a group..Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks - 6-9 YrsDazzle with your footwork! The Soccer Sparks 6-9 year old class utilizes the “all ball” approach to foster skill improvement and build player confidence. Players will learn to solidify such skills as dribbling, passing, trapping, receiving, juggling, and accurate shooting in a supportive group environment.Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks – 9-12 YrsIn this class we continue building on the individual players skills while put more of a focus on team play, here players develop and adapt their abilities and learn how to use them on their own within the game, be creative and express themselves through the beautiful game. More skills are introduced in addition to the fundamentals, such as dribbling moves, juggling and – the most fun of all – accurate shooting.
 
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM    Soccer Sparks Session 3 - Soccer Sparks Youth Soccer 6-9 Yrs
Soccer Sparks offers age-appropriate soccer classes for kids ages 2 to 12 in a low pressure, high skill learning environment. The Soccer Sparks approach utilizes fun and games so that children develop a passion for soccer without the stress of competitive play. Taught by USSF Nationally Certified coaches, Soccer Sparks' “all-ball” training techniques help kids meet their maximum potential while emphasizing fair play and enjoyment of the sport.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kickin’ with the Parents 2-3 YrsParent and child soccer! By playing fun games, children improve their blossoming balance, coordination, and general motor skills. Aside from learning how to dribble and strike a soccer ball, children and parents also get the opportunity to share those first, unforgettable, goal-scoring adventures together.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kick the Ball! – 3-4 YrsKick the ball! The Soccer Sparks 3-4 year old class is designed to help kids develop their large motor skills and get them running, dribbling, and kicking the ball while having lots of fun. The kids learn the very basics of the game through skill demonstrations and games as they transition from parent to individual participation.Class Title: Soccer Sparks – Dribble, Kick, Pass! - 4-5 YrsDribble, kick, and pass! The Soccer Sparks 4-5 year old class is designed to spark an early passion for the game in young players. This class will encourage greater retention of foundational soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a positive environment. Our curriculum includes fun and energetic games that teach kids about playing within a group..Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks - 6-9 YrsDazzle with your footwork! The Soccer Sparks 6-9 year old class utilizes the “all ball” approach to foster skill improvement and build player confidence. Players will learn to solidify such skills as dribbling, passing, trapping, receiving, juggling, and accurate shooting in a supportive group environment.Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks – 9-12 YrsIn this class we continue building on the individual players skills while put more of a focus on team play, here players develop and adapt their abilities and learn how to use them on their own within the game, be creative and express themselves through the beautiful game. More skills are introduced in addition to the fundamentals, such as dribbling moves, juggling and – the most fun of all – accurate shooting.
 
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM    Soccer Sparks Session 3 - Soccer Sparks Youth Soccer 9-12 Yrs
Soccer Sparks offers age-appropriate soccer classes for kids ages 2 to 12 in a low pressure, high skill learning environment. The Soccer Sparks approach utilizes fun and games so that children develop a passion for soccer without the stress of competitive play. Taught by USSF Nationally Certified coaches, Soccer Sparks' “all-ball” training techniques help kids meet their maximum potential while emphasizing fair play and enjoyment of the sport.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kickin’ with the Parents 2-3 YrsParent and child soccer! By playing fun games, children improve their blossoming balance, coordination, and general motor skills. Aside from learning how to dribble and strike a soccer ball, children and parents also get the opportunity to share those first, unforgettable, goal-scoring adventures together.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kick the Ball! – 3-4 YrsKick the ball! The Soccer Sparks 3-4 year old class is designed to help kids develop their large motor skills and get them running, dribbling, and kicking the ball while having lots of fun. The kids learn the very basics of the game through skill demonstrations and games as they transition from parent to individual participation.Class Title: Soccer Sparks – Dribble, Kick, Pass! - 4-5 YrsDribble, kick, and pass! The Soccer Sparks 4-5 year old class is designed to spark an early passion for the game in young players. This class will encourage greater retention of foundational soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a positive environment. Our curriculum includes fun and energetic games that teach kids about playing within a group..Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks - 6-9 YrsDazzle with your footwork! The Soccer Sparks 6-9 year old class utilizes the “all ball” approach to foster skill improvement and build player confidence. Players will learn to solidify such skills as dribbling, passing, trapping, receiving, juggling, and accurate shooting in a supportive group environment.Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks – 9-12 YrsIn this class we continue building on the individual players skills while put more of a focus on team play, here players develop and adapt their abilities and learn how to use them on their own within the game, be creative and express themselves through the beautiful game. More skills are introduced in addition to the fundamentals, such as dribbling moves, juggling and – the most fun of all – accurate shooting.
 
Saturday August 10, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM    Pickleball
 
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM    Adult Swim
 
1:30 PM - 7:00 PM    Public Swim
 
Sunday August 11, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM    Tennis
 
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM    Reserved
 
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM    pickle ball
 
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM    Adult Swim
 
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM    Reserved
 
1:30 PM - 7:00 PM    Public Swim
 
Monday August 12, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Camp Commodore
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Water Aerobics - Water Aerobics
Aqua Fit Classes  Water Aerobics (Aqua Fit)  is a one hour class full of fun and energy! Exercises are performed in water that is between waist and chest deep and no swimming skills are needed to participate. Regardless of your age, size, or fitness level, you will find this aquatic adventure motivating and effective. Increase cardiovascular fitness, range of motion and muscle tone while using the resistance of the water to cushion the feet, ankles,  knees, and back.  Exercises are performed to lively music to keep you motivated and moving.  To purchase an entire season you must purchase a pool membership.  Drop in classes are available for $15.00 per class and payment can be made when attending class.   This program is for adults ages 18 & UP
 
1:45 PM - 5:00 PM    Public Swim
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 1
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 2
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 3
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 1
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 2
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 3
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 4
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
Tuesday August 13, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
8:00 AM - 1:30 PM    Camp Commodore
 
1:45 PM - 5:00 PM    Public Swim
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Reserved
 
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Adult Swim
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 1
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 2
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 3
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 1
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 2
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 3
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 4
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
Wednesday August 14, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
1:45 PM - 5:00 PM    Public Swim
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Adult Swim
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 1
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 2
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 3
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM    Pick UP Pickleball
 
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM    Pick Up Pickleball
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 1
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 2
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 3
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 4
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
Thursday August 15, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Camp Commodore
 
1:45 PM - 5:00 PM    Public Swim
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Reserved
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 1
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 2
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Preschool Level 3
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 1
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 2
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 3
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM    Swim Lessons American Red Cross 2024 - Learn To Swim Level 4
Our Program:The City of Vergennes is happy to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year.   Lessons are under the direction of Sabrina Butterfield, who has experience in lessons and instructor training.  Classes will be held at The Sam Fishman Memorial Pool 47 East Street Vergennes, VT. There are even more options for families! The line up of lesson option offers choices that should fit every family's needs and scheduling.  We've created several options for day time, evening with several different sessions.  We maintain a very low teacher to student ratio creating a great aquatic experience for all.Our Classes: Parent & Child - for children at least 6 months old with a guardianPreschool  - kids ages 3-5Learn to Swim - kids ages 6-18Adult Lessons - ages 16+Private Swim LessonsSessions:Session 1  (Morning)July 1-12  First week is M,T,W,F Second Week is M,T,W,THSession 2  (Morning) July 15-26 M.,T,W,THSesson 3 (Evening) August 5-16th M,T,W,THParent & Child Weekends June 29,20, July 6,7,13,14,20,21Adult and Private Swim Lessons August 5-9th Mornings **Weekly lessons run Mon-Thursday unless otherwise noted, Fridays will be used for make up days if neededOther Questions?Contact Martha at recreation@vergennes.orgImportant Swim Lessons Information If you have received an ARC swim lesson booklet please bring to your first class so your instructor can update your progress. All classes are processed on a first come, first serve basis. Classes with fewer than 3 participants enrolled my be cancelled. Participants will be notified of changes. Classes are not cancelled or rescheduled for rain or cold, unless there is an electrical storm in the area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to each lesson, suited up with a towel and wait for the instructor to call you to the pool Bathing suits are a requirement. No other clothing is allowed in the pool. Children wearing diapers must wear "swim diapers" to be permitted in the pool. If you do not have them, they are available for sale in the office. Parents and family are invited to watch lessons from the tables.  No one is permitted to be in the water, or hovering on the deck.  Snorkels, Masks, fins, floatation devices etc. are not permitted. Once a participant is registered, there is no refund. When possible, we are happy to switch class times for you. Learn to Swim Level Guidelines for kids age 6-18 Level 1—Introduction to Water Skills -Helps participants feel comfortable in the water - Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front and back glides and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills -Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Front glide and recover to vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 - Stroke DevelopmentEnter water by jumping from the side, fully submerge then recover to the surface and return to the side - Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions - Bobbing while moving toward safety - Rotary breathing - Back float - Survival float - Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back - Tread water - Flutter and dolphin kicks on front - Scissors and breaststroke kicks - Front crawl and elementary backstroke - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics - Builds on skills learned in Level 2 by practicing in deeper waterLevel 4 - Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions - Swim underwater – Feet first surface dive - Survival swimming - Open turns on front and back - Tread water using 2 different kicks - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly – Flutter and dolphin kicks on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 5—Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and begin a front stroke - Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge completely - Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while swimming - Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly - Sculling - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsPreschool Level Guidelines for kids 3-5 years oldLevel 1—Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic aquatic skills. Enter water using ramp, steps or side - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Blow bubbles through mouth and nose - Submerge mouth, nose and eyes - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front glide and recover to a vertical position - Back glide and recover to a vertical position - Back float - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread with arm and hand actions - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front - Alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on back - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 2 Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height - Exit water using ladder, steps or side - Bobbing - Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects - Front float - Back glide and float and recover to a vertical position - Roll from front to back and back to front - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsLevel 3 Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Enter water by jumping in - Fully submerge and hold breath - Bobbing - Rotary breathing - Front, jellyfish and tuck floats - Front and back float or glide and recover to a vertical position - Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back - Tread water using arm and leg actions - Combined arm and leg actions on front and back - Finning arm action on back - Plus age-appropriate water safety topicsParent & Child Class Info for kids 6mos to 3 years oldParents and children learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of trust and basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. The classes are fun-filled and help introduce water safety concepts, encouraging a healthy recreational habit that your entire family can enjoy.Adult Swim Lessons - 16 or olderLevel 1: Learning the Basics: earn basic swimming strokes and skills needed to stay safe, and help keep others safe in and around the water.Level 2: Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes: Participants will gain proficiency in basic aquatic skills and the six basic swimming strokes.Level 3: Swimming for Fitness: Participants will learn to refine their front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and turns to build endurance.Classes provide experiences and activities for children to Learn to ask for permission before entering the water - Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner - Feel comfortable in the water - Explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes and fully submerging - Explore buoyancy on the front and back position - Change body position in the water -Learn how to play safely - Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket - Plus age-appropriate water safety topics. There is not a pass/fail component to these classes. Many times families take the class several times throughout the summer for a fun consistent way to be in the water.
 
Friday August 16, 2024
5:00 AM - 9:00 PM    Vergennes Jr Fishing Derby - Jr Fishing Derby
 
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
1:45 PM - 5:00 PM    Public Swim
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Adult Swim
 
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Soccer Sparks Session 3 - Soccer Sparks Kickin with the Parents 2-3 Yrs
Soccer Sparks offers age-appropriate soccer classes for kids ages 2 to 12 in a low pressure, high skill learning environment. The Soccer Sparks approach utilizes fun and games so that children develop a passion for soccer without the stress of competitive play. Taught by USSF Nationally Certified coaches, Soccer Sparks' “all-ball” training techniques help kids meet their maximum potential while emphasizing fair play and enjoyment of the sport.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kickin’ with the Parents 2-3 YrsParent and child soccer! By playing fun games, children improve their blossoming balance, coordination, and general motor skills. Aside from learning how to dribble and strike a soccer ball, children and parents also get the opportunity to share those first, unforgettable, goal-scoring adventures together.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kick the Ball! – 3-4 YrsKick the ball! The Soccer Sparks 3-4 year old class is designed to help kids develop their large motor skills and get them running, dribbling, and kicking the ball while having lots of fun. The kids learn the very basics of the game through skill demonstrations and games as they transition from parent to individual participation.Class Title: Soccer Sparks – Dribble, Kick, Pass! - 4-5 YrsDribble, kick, and pass! The Soccer Sparks 4-5 year old class is designed to spark an early passion for the game in young players. This class will encourage greater retention of foundational soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a positive environment. Our curriculum includes fun and energetic games that teach kids about playing within a group..Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks - 6-9 YrsDazzle with your footwork! The Soccer Sparks 6-9 year old class utilizes the “all ball” approach to foster skill improvement and build player confidence. Players will learn to solidify such skills as dribbling, passing, trapping, receiving, juggling, and accurate shooting in a supportive group environment.Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks – 9-12 YrsIn this class we continue building on the individual players skills while put more of a focus on team play, here players develop and adapt their abilities and learn how to use them on their own within the game, be creative and express themselves through the beautiful game. More skills are introduced in addition to the fundamentals, such as dribbling moves, juggling and – the most fun of all – accurate shooting.
 
5:35 PM - 6:05 PM    Soccer Sparks Session 3 - Soccer Sparks Kick the Ball 3-4 Yrs
Soccer Sparks offers age-appropriate soccer classes for kids ages 2 to 12 in a low pressure, high skill learning environment. The Soccer Sparks approach utilizes fun and games so that children develop a passion for soccer without the stress of competitive play. Taught by USSF Nationally Certified coaches, Soccer Sparks' “all-ball” training techniques help kids meet their maximum potential while emphasizing fair play and enjoyment of the sport.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kickin’ with the Parents 2-3 YrsParent and child soccer! By playing fun games, children improve their blossoming balance, coordination, and general motor skills. Aside from learning how to dribble and strike a soccer ball, children and parents also get the opportunity to share those first, unforgettable, goal-scoring adventures together.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kick the Ball! – 3-4 YrsKick the ball! The Soccer Sparks 3-4 year old class is designed to help kids develop their large motor skills and get them running, dribbling, and kicking the ball while having lots of fun. The kids learn the very basics of the game through skill demonstrations and games as they transition from parent to individual participation.Class Title: Soccer Sparks – Dribble, Kick, Pass! - 4-5 YrsDribble, kick, and pass! The Soccer Sparks 4-5 year old class is designed to spark an early passion for the game in young players. This class will encourage greater retention of foundational soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a positive environment. Our curriculum includes fun and energetic games that teach kids about playing within a group..Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks - 6-9 YrsDazzle with your footwork! The Soccer Sparks 6-9 year old class utilizes the “all ball” approach to foster skill improvement and build player confidence. Players will learn to solidify such skills as dribbling, passing, trapping, receiving, juggling, and accurate shooting in a supportive group environment.Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks – 9-12 YrsIn this class we continue building on the individual players skills while put more of a focus on team play, here players develop and adapt their abilities and learn how to use them on their own within the game, be creative and express themselves through the beautiful game. More skills are introduced in addition to the fundamentals, such as dribbling moves, juggling and – the most fun of all – accurate shooting.
 
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM    Reserved
 
6:10 PM - 6:55 PM    Soccer Sparks Session 3 - Soccer Sparks Dribble Kick Pass 4-5 Yrs
Soccer Sparks offers age-appropriate soccer classes for kids ages 2 to 12 in a low pressure, high skill learning environment. The Soccer Sparks approach utilizes fun and games so that children develop a passion for soccer without the stress of competitive play. Taught by USSF Nationally Certified coaches, Soccer Sparks' “all-ball” training techniques help kids meet their maximum potential while emphasizing fair play and enjoyment of the sport.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kickin’ with the Parents 2-3 YrsParent and child soccer! By playing fun games, children improve their blossoming balance, coordination, and general motor skills. Aside from learning how to dribble and strike a soccer ball, children and parents also get the opportunity to share those first, unforgettable, goal-scoring adventures together.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kick the Ball! – 3-4 YrsKick the ball! The Soccer Sparks 3-4 year old class is designed to help kids develop their large motor skills and get them running, dribbling, and kicking the ball while having lots of fun. The kids learn the very basics of the game through skill demonstrations and games as they transition from parent to individual participation.Class Title: Soccer Sparks – Dribble, Kick, Pass! - 4-5 YrsDribble, kick, and pass! The Soccer Sparks 4-5 year old class is designed to spark an early passion for the game in young players. This class will encourage greater retention of foundational soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a positive environment. Our curriculum includes fun and energetic games that teach kids about playing within a group..Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks - 6-9 YrsDazzle with your footwork! The Soccer Sparks 6-9 year old class utilizes the “all ball” approach to foster skill improvement and build player confidence. Players will learn to solidify such skills as dribbling, passing, trapping, receiving, juggling, and accurate shooting in a supportive group environment.Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks – 9-12 YrsIn this class we continue building on the individual players skills while put more of a focus on team play, here players develop and adapt their abilities and learn how to use them on their own within the game, be creative and express themselves through the beautiful game. More skills are introduced in addition to the fundamentals, such as dribbling moves, juggling and – the most fun of all – accurate shooting.
 
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM    Soccer Sparks Session 3 - Soccer Sparks Youth Soccer 6-9 Yrs
Soccer Sparks offers age-appropriate soccer classes for kids ages 2 to 12 in a low pressure, high skill learning environment. The Soccer Sparks approach utilizes fun and games so that children develop a passion for soccer without the stress of competitive play. Taught by USSF Nationally Certified coaches, Soccer Sparks' “all-ball” training techniques help kids meet their maximum potential while emphasizing fair play and enjoyment of the sport.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kickin’ with the Parents 2-3 YrsParent and child soccer! By playing fun games, children improve their blossoming balance, coordination, and general motor skills. Aside from learning how to dribble and strike a soccer ball, children and parents also get the opportunity to share those first, unforgettable, goal-scoring adventures together.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kick the Ball! – 3-4 YrsKick the ball! The Soccer Sparks 3-4 year old class is designed to help kids develop their large motor skills and get them running, dribbling, and kicking the ball while having lots of fun. The kids learn the very basics of the game through skill demonstrations and games as they transition from parent to individual participation.Class Title: Soccer Sparks – Dribble, Kick, Pass! - 4-5 YrsDribble, kick, and pass! The Soccer Sparks 4-5 year old class is designed to spark an early passion for the game in young players. This class will encourage greater retention of foundational soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a positive environment. Our curriculum includes fun and energetic games that teach kids about playing within a group..Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks - 6-9 YrsDazzle with your footwork! The Soccer Sparks 6-9 year old class utilizes the “all ball” approach to foster skill improvement and build player confidence. Players will learn to solidify such skills as dribbling, passing, trapping, receiving, juggling, and accurate shooting in a supportive group environment.Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks – 9-12 YrsIn this class we continue building on the individual players skills while put more of a focus on team play, here players develop and adapt their abilities and learn how to use them on their own within the game, be creative and express themselves through the beautiful game. More skills are introduced in addition to the fundamentals, such as dribbling moves, juggling and – the most fun of all – accurate shooting.
 
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM    Soccer Sparks Session 3 - Soccer Sparks Youth Soccer 9-12 Yrs
Soccer Sparks offers age-appropriate soccer classes for kids ages 2 to 12 in a low pressure, high skill learning environment. The Soccer Sparks approach utilizes fun and games so that children develop a passion for soccer without the stress of competitive play. Taught by USSF Nationally Certified coaches, Soccer Sparks' “all-ball” training techniques help kids meet their maximum potential while emphasizing fair play and enjoyment of the sport.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kickin’ with the Parents 2-3 YrsParent and child soccer! By playing fun games, children improve their blossoming balance, coordination, and general motor skills. Aside from learning how to dribble and strike a soccer ball, children and parents also get the opportunity to share those first, unforgettable, goal-scoring adventures together.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kick the Ball! – 3-4 YrsKick the ball! The Soccer Sparks 3-4 year old class is designed to help kids develop their large motor skills and get them running, dribbling, and kicking the ball while having lots of fun. The kids learn the very basics of the game through skill demonstrations and games as they transition from parent to individual participation.Class Title: Soccer Sparks – Dribble, Kick, Pass! - 4-5 YrsDribble, kick, and pass! The Soccer Sparks 4-5 year old class is designed to spark an early passion for the game in young players. This class will encourage greater retention of foundational soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a positive environment. Our curriculum includes fun and energetic games that teach kids about playing within a group..Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks - 6-9 YrsDazzle with your footwork! The Soccer Sparks 6-9 year old class utilizes the “all ball” approach to foster skill improvement and build player confidence. Players will learn to solidify such skills as dribbling, passing, trapping, receiving, juggling, and accurate shooting in a supportive group environment.Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks – 9-12 YrsIn this class we continue building on the individual players skills while put more of a focus on team play, here players develop and adapt their abilities and learn how to use them on their own within the game, be creative and express themselves through the beautiful game. More skills are introduced in addition to the fundamentals, such as dribbling moves, juggling and – the most fun of all – accurate shooting.
 
Saturday August 17, 2024
5:00 AM - 9:00 PM    Vergennes Jr Fishing Derby - Jr Fishing Derby
 
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM    Pickleball
 
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM    Adult Swim
 
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM    Bday party
 
1:30 PM - 7:00 PM    Public Swim
 
Sunday August 18, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM    Tennis
 
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM    Reserved
 
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM    pickle ball
 
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM    Adult Swim
 
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM    Reserved
 
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM    Fishing Derby Awards Ceremony
 
1:30 PM - 7:00 PM    Public Swim
 
Monday August 19, 2024
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Water Aerobics
 
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM    Public Swim
 
Tuesday August 20, 2024
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM    Public Swim
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Reserved
 
Wednesday August 21, 2024
7:00 AM - 7:45 AM    Lap Swim
 
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Public Swim
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM    Pick UP Pickleball
 
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM    Pick Up Pickleball
 
Thursday August 22, 2024
7:00 AM - 7:45 AM    Lap Swim
 
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Public Swim
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Reserved
 
Friday August 23, 2024
7:00 AM - 7:45 AM    Lap Swim
 
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Public Swim
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Soccer Sparks Session 3 - Soccer Sparks Kickin with the Parents 2-3 Yrs
Soccer Sparks offers age-appropriate soccer classes for kids ages 2 to 12 in a low pressure, high skill learning environment. The Soccer Sparks approach utilizes fun and games so that children develop a passion for soccer without the stress of competitive play. Taught by USSF Nationally Certified coaches, Soccer Sparks' “all-ball” training techniques help kids meet their maximum potential while emphasizing fair play and enjoyment of the sport.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kickin’ with the Parents 2-3 YrsParent and child soccer! By playing fun games, children improve their blossoming balance, coordination, and general motor skills. Aside from learning how to dribble and strike a soccer ball, children and parents also get the opportunity to share those first, unforgettable, goal-scoring adventures together.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kick the Ball! – 3-4 YrsKick the ball! The Soccer Sparks 3-4 year old class is designed to help kids develop their large motor skills and get them running, dribbling, and kicking the ball while having lots of fun. The kids learn the very basics of the game through skill demonstrations and games as they transition from parent to individual participation.Class Title: Soccer Sparks – Dribble, Kick, Pass! - 4-5 YrsDribble, kick, and pass! The Soccer Sparks 4-5 year old class is designed to spark an early passion for the game in young players. This class will encourage greater retention of foundational soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a positive environment. Our curriculum includes fun and energetic games that teach kids about playing within a group..Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks - 6-9 YrsDazzle with your footwork! The Soccer Sparks 6-9 year old class utilizes the “all ball” approach to foster skill improvement and build player confidence. Players will learn to solidify such skills as dribbling, passing, trapping, receiving, juggling, and accurate shooting in a supportive group environment.Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks – 9-12 YrsIn this class we continue building on the individual players skills while put more of a focus on team play, here players develop and adapt their abilities and learn how to use them on their own within the game, be creative and express themselves through the beautiful game. More skills are introduced in addition to the fundamentals, such as dribbling moves, juggling and – the most fun of all – accurate shooting.
 
5:35 PM - 6:05 PM    Soccer Sparks Session 3 - Soccer Sparks Kick the Ball 3-4 Yrs
Soccer Sparks offers age-appropriate soccer classes for kids ages 2 to 12 in a low pressure, high skill learning environment. The Soccer Sparks approach utilizes fun and games so that children develop a passion for soccer without the stress of competitive play. Taught by USSF Nationally Certified coaches, Soccer Sparks' “all-ball” training techniques help kids meet their maximum potential while emphasizing fair play and enjoyment of the sport.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kickin’ with the Parents 2-3 YrsParent and child soccer! By playing fun games, children improve their blossoming balance, coordination, and general motor skills. Aside from learning how to dribble and strike a soccer ball, children and parents also get the opportunity to share those first, unforgettable, goal-scoring adventures together.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kick the Ball! – 3-4 YrsKick the ball! The Soccer Sparks 3-4 year old class is designed to help kids develop their large motor skills and get them running, dribbling, and kicking the ball while having lots of fun. The kids learn the very basics of the game through skill demonstrations and games as they transition from parent to individual participation.Class Title: Soccer Sparks – Dribble, Kick, Pass! - 4-5 YrsDribble, kick, and pass! The Soccer Sparks 4-5 year old class is designed to spark an early passion for the game in young players. This class will encourage greater retention of foundational soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a positive environment. Our curriculum includes fun and energetic games that teach kids about playing within a group..Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks - 6-9 YrsDazzle with your footwork! The Soccer Sparks 6-9 year old class utilizes the “all ball” approach to foster skill improvement and build player confidence. Players will learn to solidify such skills as dribbling, passing, trapping, receiving, juggling, and accurate shooting in a supportive group environment.Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks – 9-12 YrsIn this class we continue building on the individual players skills while put more of a focus on team play, here players develop and adapt their abilities and learn how to use them on their own within the game, be creative and express themselves through the beautiful game. More skills are introduced in addition to the fundamentals, such as dribbling moves, juggling and – the most fun of all – accurate shooting.
 
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM    Reserved
 
6:10 PM - 6:55 PM    Soccer Sparks Session 3 - Soccer Sparks Dribble Kick Pass 4-5 Yrs
Soccer Sparks offers age-appropriate soccer classes for kids ages 2 to 12 in a low pressure, high skill learning environment. The Soccer Sparks approach utilizes fun and games so that children develop a passion for soccer without the stress of competitive play. Taught by USSF Nationally Certified coaches, Soccer Sparks' “all-ball” training techniques help kids meet their maximum potential while emphasizing fair play and enjoyment of the sport.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kickin’ with the Parents 2-3 YrsParent and child soccer! By playing fun games, children improve their blossoming balance, coordination, and general motor skills. Aside from learning how to dribble and strike a soccer ball, children and parents also get the opportunity to share those first, unforgettable, goal-scoring adventures together.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kick the Ball! – 3-4 YrsKick the ball! The Soccer Sparks 3-4 year old class is designed to help kids develop their large motor skills and get them running, dribbling, and kicking the ball while having lots of fun. The kids learn the very basics of the game through skill demonstrations and games as they transition from parent to individual participation.Class Title: Soccer Sparks – Dribble, Kick, Pass! - 4-5 YrsDribble, kick, and pass! The Soccer Sparks 4-5 year old class is designed to spark an early passion for the game in young players. This class will encourage greater retention of foundational soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a positive environment. Our curriculum includes fun and energetic games that teach kids about playing within a group..Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks - 6-9 YrsDazzle with your footwork! The Soccer Sparks 6-9 year old class utilizes the “all ball” approach to foster skill improvement and build player confidence. Players will learn to solidify such skills as dribbling, passing, trapping, receiving, juggling, and accurate shooting in a supportive group environment.Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks – 9-12 YrsIn this class we continue building on the individual players skills while put more of a focus on team play, here players develop and adapt their abilities and learn how to use them on their own within the game, be creative and express themselves through the beautiful game. More skills are introduced in addition to the fundamentals, such as dribbling moves, juggling and – the most fun of all – accurate shooting.
 
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM    Soccer Sparks Session 3 - Soccer Sparks Youth Soccer 6-9 Yrs
Soccer Sparks offers age-appropriate soccer classes for kids ages 2 to 12 in a low pressure, high skill learning environment. The Soccer Sparks approach utilizes fun and games so that children develop a passion for soccer without the stress of competitive play. Taught by USSF Nationally Certified coaches, Soccer Sparks' “all-ball” training techniques help kids meet their maximum potential while emphasizing fair play and enjoyment of the sport.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kickin’ with the Parents 2-3 YrsParent and child soccer! By playing fun games, children improve their blossoming balance, coordination, and general motor skills. Aside from learning how to dribble and strike a soccer ball, children and parents also get the opportunity to share those first, unforgettable, goal-scoring adventures together.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kick the Ball! – 3-4 YrsKick the ball! The Soccer Sparks 3-4 year old class is designed to help kids develop their large motor skills and get them running, dribbling, and kicking the ball while having lots of fun. The kids learn the very basics of the game through skill demonstrations and games as they transition from parent to individual participation.Class Title: Soccer Sparks – Dribble, Kick, Pass! - 4-5 YrsDribble, kick, and pass! The Soccer Sparks 4-5 year old class is designed to spark an early passion for the game in young players. This class will encourage greater retention of foundational soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a positive environment. Our curriculum includes fun and energetic games that teach kids about playing within a group..Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks - 6-9 YrsDazzle with your footwork! The Soccer Sparks 6-9 year old class utilizes the “all ball” approach to foster skill improvement and build player confidence. Players will learn to solidify such skills as dribbling, passing, trapping, receiving, juggling, and accurate shooting in a supportive group environment.Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks – 9-12 YrsIn this class we continue building on the individual players skills while put more of a focus on team play, here players develop and adapt their abilities and learn how to use them on their own within the game, be creative and express themselves through the beautiful game. More skills are introduced in addition to the fundamentals, such as dribbling moves, juggling and – the most fun of all – accurate shooting.
 
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM    Soccer Sparks Session 3 - Soccer Sparks Youth Soccer 9-12 Yrs
Soccer Sparks offers age-appropriate soccer classes for kids ages 2 to 12 in a low pressure, high skill learning environment. The Soccer Sparks approach utilizes fun and games so that children develop a passion for soccer without the stress of competitive play. Taught by USSF Nationally Certified coaches, Soccer Sparks' “all-ball” training techniques help kids meet their maximum potential while emphasizing fair play and enjoyment of the sport.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kickin’ with the Parents 2-3 YrsParent and child soccer! By playing fun games, children improve their blossoming balance, coordination, and general motor skills. Aside from learning how to dribble and strike a soccer ball, children and parents also get the opportunity to share those first, unforgettable, goal-scoring adventures together.Class Title: Soccer Sparks - Kick the Ball! – 3-4 YrsKick the ball! The Soccer Sparks 3-4 year old class is designed to help kids develop their large motor skills and get them running, dribbling, and kicking the ball while having lots of fun. The kids learn the very basics of the game through skill demonstrations and games as they transition from parent to individual participation.Class Title: Soccer Sparks – Dribble, Kick, Pass! - 4-5 YrsDribble, kick, and pass! The Soccer Sparks 4-5 year old class is designed to spark an early passion for the game in young players. This class will encourage greater retention of foundational soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a positive environment. Our curriculum includes fun and energetic games that teach kids about playing within a group..Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks - 6-9 YrsDazzle with your footwork! The Soccer Sparks 6-9 year old class utilizes the “all ball” approach to foster skill improvement and build player confidence. Players will learn to solidify such skills as dribbling, passing, trapping, receiving, juggling, and accurate shooting in a supportive group environment.Class Title: Youth Soccer Sparks – 9-12 YrsIn this class we continue building on the individual players skills while put more of a focus on team play, here players develop and adapt their abilities and learn how to use them on their own within the game, be creative and express themselves through the beautiful game. More skills are introduced in addition to the fundamentals, such as dribbling moves, juggling and – the most fun of all – accurate shooting.
 
Saturday August 24, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM    Pickleball
 
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM    Adult Swim
 
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM    Skylar’s Birthday Party
 
1:30 PM - 7:00 PM    Public Swim
 
Sunday August 25, 2024
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM    Lap Swim
 
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM    Tennis
 
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM    Reserved
 
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM    pickle ball
 
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM    Adult Swim
 
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM    Reserved
 
1:30 PM - 7:00 PM    Public Swim
 
Tuesday August 27, 2024
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Pickleball
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Reserved