Willmar Community Education

Winter Mini session Adult + Child: ages 1-4 (child with parent/guardian) The purpose of this sesion is to provide a confidence-building experience while guiding adults in helping their child explore the aquatic environment through water play. Swim diapers are required in the pool for any children that are not yet potty trained. A parent, guardian, or household member (at least 15 years old) must accompany the child in the water. W26-SWIM-MINI-AD+CH Beginner- Introductory: ages 4+ Children will participate in a structured lesson with an emphasis on having a fun and fearless experience. They work on getting face wet, basic float techniques, rolling from front to back, and more. Safety skills include asking permission before entering the water and using a lifejacket. No prior swimming lessons required. W26-SWIM-MINI-BEG:INTRO Beginner- Confident: ages 4+ Students will work on the fundamentals of using a combined arm/leg motion and learn to achieve independent floats. The desired outcome is for the student to be comfortable with less instructor assistance. Safety skills include calling for help, throwing assists, and treading water. Prerequisite: Must be comfortable putting face in the water while doing assisted front float. W26-SWIM-MINI-BEG:CONF Beginner- Advanced: ages 5+ Students are practicing the front and back stroke, working toward swimming with face in the water and without assistance. Safety skills include treading water and survival float. Prerequisite: Independent front and back float. W26-SWIM-MINI-BEG:ADV Lap Swim: ages 15+ W26-SWIM-MINI-LAP Open Swim An adult MUST be IN THE WATER with children under 12 at all times. US Coast Guard approved flotation devices are encouraged, inflatable toys are not allowed. Diving well is not open during open swim. W26-SWIM-MINI-OPEN Unsure of your child's swimming skill? Let us help you determine the appropriate swim level for your child in our program. Please call 320-231-8492 for more information. Registering for a wait listed class does not guarantee you a spot. Our swim lessons are held at the Willmar Middle School pool. The pool will open 10 minutes prior to the lesson No food or glass in pool area Swimwear is required, no street clothes in the pool Swim diapers are required for all swimmers who are incontinent or not yet potty trained No swim masks that cover the nose or nose plugs, goggles that cover the eyes only are fine We reserve the right to adjust the length of classes, combine classes, or cancel classes with low enrollment Cancellations at least 5 business days prior to the first class will receive program refund less a $10 processing fee Cancellations fewer than 5 business days prior to the start will receive a refund for half the class cost less a $10 processing fee