Swim Program 2023

2023 SWIM PROGRAM SCHEDULE

The CBSC Swim Program has a fantastic group of coaches this year who are looking forward to working with you and your family! Our swim program offers a wide variety of programs for children of all ages. All of our staff have received both Lifesaving Society and Crescent Beach specific training, and are experienced in their areas of work.

For the summer of 2023, CBSC is offering the following disciplines: Learn to Swim Lessons, Triathlon, Developmental Swimming, Competitive Swimming, Recreational Artistic Swimming (star levels), Competitive Artistic Swimming, Water Polo and Volleyball. Members are allowed to sign up for 1 lesson from each discipline. For Competitive programs (speed swimming and artistic swimming), registration for both months is required. For water polo and recreational artistic swimming, you may register for July only, however to sign up for August, you must register for both months.

LEARN TO SWIM

The largest aspect of the swim club is our Learn to Swim program. Starting at 2-3 years of age, children progress through a unique set of levels aimed to develop confident swimmers who have fun and feel comfortable in the water.

Lessons start July 3, 2023 and will run M/T/Th/F. August lessons start on July 31, 2023. Each class is 25 minutes, during which your child will receive instruction from their coach, build swimming skills and, most importantly, have fun. Fee: $100/month.

A more descriptive Level & Objective handout for each class can be found below.

Enrollment is limited, and registration for classes is on a first come, first serve basis on registration. At registration, children may only be registered in one Learn to Swim lesson per month. Please ensure that you select the appropriate swim level for your child. Due to limitations in class sizes, it may be difficult to move your child after registration. Please contact Head Learn to Swim, Olivia Francoeur and Assistant Head Learn to Swim Natalie Cooke at swimlessons@cbswimclub.ca with any questions you may have or to help determine the appropriate class for your child.

PARENT AND TOT

Laugh, play and swim together! This lesson is for children 12-24 months old and a water-ready parent. An instructor will help you and your wee one become more happy and comfortable in the water through a variety of fun water activities. This lesson will also introduce some baby steps towards swimming skills. Come join us for this great way to introduce your child to the water!

Our lessons will be 25 minutes two days a week (Monday/Thursday). Program will run dependent on sufficient registration.

SPLASHERS

Laugh, play and swim together! This lesson will also introduce some baby steps towards swimming skills, children age 24-36 months. Come join us for this great way to introduce your child to the water! Swimmers will be getting comfortable in the water, with other kids, and with instructor.

Our lessons will be 25 minutes two days a week (either Monday/Thursday or Tuesday /Friday).

LEADERS

8 week course:

  • First 2 weeks and last 2 weeks – once a week.
  • Middle 4 weeks, M/T/Th/F.
  • 100% attendance at all classes and attendance at most CBSC events required in order to complete the course (prior approval for any missed classes or events is required).
  • For those born in 2008 or earlier.
  • Must have Bronze Cross to complete the Leaders course.

Successful completion of Leaders is a requirement for those who wish to apply for future swim coach positions at CBSC. Please note: priority preference for leader course registration and swim coach positions will be given to those who have significant past involvement with CBSC and participated in a competitive program at CBSC up to and including their Leader year. Fee: $110 (T-shirt included).

EVENING MASTERS SWIMMING AND LANE SWIMMING

Adult training with swim coach, T/Th, 7:30 to 8:30pm. FREE.

Masters lane swimming, T/Th, 8:30 to 9:30pm. FREE.

Evening Masters and Masters Lane Swimming cancelled August 22 and August 24.

MORNING MASTERS SWIMMING (two programs, 2 days/week or 3 days/week!)

Adult training with a swim coach, M/W/F or T&Th, 6:30 to 7:30am. This program is designed for participants to swim as a group in a lane with similar level swimmers. This is not a learn to swim program, private lessons are available to new to swimming adults – check with the Head Learn to Swim Coach. Registration required. 3 day a week Fee: $65/month. 2 day a week Fee $50/month.

Morning masters swim cancelled on August 23.

MASTERS WATER RUNNING

Adult Water Running with a swim coach W 7:30-8:00am and Sa 12:30-1:00pm. Drop In – Free.

Masters water running cancelled on July 8, July 15, August 12 and August 23. It may also be cancelled on July 30 if the Gala runs past 12:30pm.

MORNING MASTERS RUNNING AND POWER WALK

Adult training with triathlon coach, T/Th, 6:30 to 7:30am. This program is enhanced run training and power walking designed for all levels. The group will be split into a run group and a power walking group! Sessions will include warm-up, stretching and drills to help keep participants injury-free and training consistently.

Registration required. Fee: $45/month.

FAMILY SWIMS

Family swim is a great time for members to come take advantage of the CBSC pool!

  • Tuesday/Thursday 6:30- 7:30pm
  • Wednesday 1:00-5:00pm
  • Saturday and Sunday 1:00-5:00pm

Family swim adjusted times:

  • July 6, July 19, July 26, August 24 and August 27 – cancelled
  • July 15 3:30-7:00pm
  • July 16 5:00-7:00pm
  • August 12: 3:30-6:00pm
  • August 13: 5:00-7:00pm

CERTIFICATE SWIMS (Tanker Badges)

At precisely 9:00am (Crescent Beach Time) at “the Tanks” at the end of each month of lessons. Certificates are awarded to swimmers who complete 25 yards using proper freestyle stroke. Participants must be recommended by their coaches and have attended the practice swim. FREE.

KIDD MEDAL SWIMS

During the Certificate Swims medals are awarded to the six youngest swimmers of the year who can complete 25 yards without touching the sides and without progressing solely with the current. Age is based on the day of the swim. FREE.

CBSC SWIMWEAR

If you are interested in purchasing CBSC one piece suits, jammers or water polo suits as well as goggles, noseplugs or swim caps please email cbscbathingsuits@cbswimclub.ca for availability. Contactless porch pickup is available.