Michael Creason, instructor for the programs, is retired as an assistant professor in the Department of Health, Physical Education and Recreation at WCU. He is certified by the American Red Cross to teach infants and children and has been a swimming instructor for 33 years.

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2011 Swim dates, times and costs:

Minnows Level* 6 months - 3 years  ($43.00 per session) 
August 1- 12      (M-F)     5:15 PM - 6:05 PM

Fish Level* 3 - 5 years and up  ($43.00 per session)
August 1-12       (M-F)  6:10 PM - 7:00 PM

Shark Level** - 6 years and above ($75 per session)
Check back in the spring for our summer 2012 schedule.
 

*For Minnow and Fish Level -
An adult must be in the pool with the child

• Ages for this program are 6 months to 3 years for Minnows and 3-5 years for Fish Level
• Infants must wear a swim diaper
• Each child and parent must rinse off before entering the pool. Parents are encouraged to arrive 10 minutes early to get ready for pool time.
• Classes are Monday –Friday for two weeks
• Children age 3 may take either Minnow or Fish Level. Better swimmers usually enjoy the Fish Level
• A child may enroll in more than one session with a second registration
• All sessions are held in Reid Pool
• Each session is 13-14 days long  
• If you do not know which level your child should be in, call Mike Creason directly at 828-293-5364
• Youth may register for multiple sessions

**Shark Level Descriptions:

• Intermediate Swimmer/Advanced Swimmer -- This class is appropriate for Levels 4-7. Skills include stroke growth (Intermediate), stroke distinction (swimmer), and skill advancement and stroke expert (advanced swimmers)
• Beginner and Advanced Beginners -- This class is appropriate for Levels 1-3. Skills include water discovery and principal skills (beginner) and stroke alert (advanced beginner).
• Beginners -- This class is appropriate for Levels 1-2. Skills include water discovery, breathing techniques, arm mechanics and leg kicks.
• Parents are not allowed in the pool or the pool area while class is in session
• Children must be at least 6 years old