RKSA Programming and Ability Levels
Baby through Adult Lessons
RKSA offers a variety of aquatic programs starting as early as 22 months in the Baby n' Me Class. At age 3 .5, you can join our Group lesson Program.
2022 Registration Form
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-Fall 2022 -
GROUP LESSONS
REQUIREMENTS TO BEGIN: 3 ½ - 11 years old, 100% potty trained, and have passed the swim test.
CLASS SIZE: 1 instructor to 4 swimmers
CLASS LENGTH: 40 minutes for Group Swim Lessons
COST: $18/lesson for 1x/week; $16 for 2x/wk.
Our group lesson schedule after school, allows you to bring children of different ages and ability levels at the same time. Students are grouped by ability, not age. “New swimmers” or “previous RKSA swimmers” who have taken a break need to schedule a test before registering and we will place you in the appropriate class in lanes 1-5. See below for general guidelines of skill levels in the various lanes.
REQUIREMENTS TO BEGIN: 3 ½ - 11 years old, 100% potty trained, and have passed the swim test.
CLASS SIZE: 1 instructor to 4 swimmers
CLASS LENGTH: 40 minutes for Group Swim Lessons
COST: $18/lesson for 1x/week; $16 for 2x/wk.
Our group lesson schedule after school, allows you to bring children of different ages and ability levels at the same time. Students are grouped by ability, not age. “New swimmers” or “previous RKSA swimmers” who have taken a break need to schedule a test before registering and we will place you in the appropriate class in lanes 1-5. See below for general guidelines of skill levels in the various lanes.
| RKSA Ability Level | ||
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| Lane | Description | Advancement Goals |
| 1 | Continue to work on breath holding so swimmers can front float for 10 seconds independently. Once they can front and back float, they advance to kicking and swimming. |
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| 2 | Swimmers front kick in a streamline position over 25 feet without stopping/breathing. They'll continue to improve their freestyle and, once back kick is perfected, then advance to backstroke. |
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| 3 | Instructed on freestyle side breathing, and backstroke. introduction to breaststroke kick in advance of moving to lane 4. In order to advance to lane 4, swimmers must master side breathing. |
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| 4 | Continue to work on freestyle and backstroke in the deep area of the pool. Also, work on treading, and breaststroke kick. Once they have breaststroke kick, they have an introduction to whole breaststroke |
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| 5 | Primarily work on breaststroke and butterfly, but in order to finish the program (sticker #10) they must swim 300 yards freestyle. To secure their 8th sticker, they have to swim whole breaststroke, and whole butterfly. At that point, they have mastered the four competitive strokes, so we move on to 'safety strokes.' | Congratulations- after Sticker #10 swimmers have options including: staying in our program for a short time to work on endurance; advance to Swim Team Prep, join a local swim team, or just swim for fun. |
RKSA SPECIALTY PROGRAMMING
BABY N' ME - I and II Now called Seals I, and Seal II. All new participants will start in Seals I independent of their age. Toddlers will advance to Seals II with teacher's recommendation. See 'Seal 3' below for requirements as it's the final progression out of the Baby Program.
REQUIREMENTS TO BEGIN: 22-42 months old (3 ½) with a parent.
CLASS SIZE: 6 Swimmers maximum
CLASS LENGTH: 35 minutes
COST: Priced as Group Lessons
Baby & Me is a fun class with one parent and one child. Water toys, rings and play mats help incorporate skills including breath holding, front and back float, and jumping independently.
PARENTS INTERESTED IN ENROLLING: Are required to observe a class prior to registration in order to be familiar with the class activities, therefore, making it a more positive family experience on Day 1.
SEALS 3
Young 3’s (now called Seals 3) incorporate fun water activities without parents in the pool. This class is designed for swimmers who have progressed from our Seal II class, do not have separation issues, and are ready for a new learning environment. The goal is to graduate to Group Lessons (in lane 1) and start on the Swim America Pre-School chart at Age. 3.5
REQUIREMENTS TO BEGIN:
1) At least 3 years old, 100% potty trained, and teacher recommendation to advance from Seal II.
2) Excels in Seals II, and ready for class without parent. Willing to go to instructor, and doesn't say 'no' when asked to a perform skills.
3) Willing to wear goggles.
4) Has good listening skills, so not a safety risk.
CLASS SIZE: 4 swimmers
CLASS LENGTH: 35-40 minutes
COST: Priced as Group Lessons
NERVOUS BEGINNER SEMI-PRIVATES - NBSP - Subject to lane 1 openings.
REQUIREMENTS TO BEGIN: 3.5- 6.5 years old, and 100% potty trained.
CLASS SIZE: 1 instructor to 2 swimmers
CLASS LENGTH: 30 minutes
COST: $25/each - minimum three lessons to start. Most swimmers can advance out of NBSP with four lessons, if practicing learned skills.
Semi-Privates (NBSP) are required for beginners who have not passed the Swim Test. The purpose of this transitional class (3 to 4 lessons) is to teach them how to be comfortable going completely under water. Once they can comfortably go under water, retrieve treasure, complete 10 relaxed bobs, and jump from the side, they can progress to Group Lessons where they’ll start the learn-to-swim process in Lane 1.
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OLDER STARTERS (OS)
REQUIREMENTS TO BEGIN: 7-11 years old and have passed the swim test for lane 1.
CLASS SIZE: 1 instructor to 4 swimmers
CLASS LENGTH: 40 minutes
COST: Priced as Group Lessons
This class is designed for swimmers whose age and ability level do not align well with the RKSA lanes/levels. We have 5 ability levels, and most swimmers in lane 1/level 1 are Ages 3.5-6.5 Older Starters have started the learn to swim process later in life, so their skill level is equivalent to lane one but are between the age of 7-11 years. In OS swimmers are not scheduled with young swimmers and that makes for a more comfortable learning and teaching environment. Once their skills catch up to lane 2 or lane 3 level, we'll graduate you out of this program and you'll be placed in a traditional Group Lesson in Lane 2/3, and not the OS- specialty class. That will allow swimmer more class times to choose from.
SWIM TEAM PREP - STP
REQUIREMENTS TO BEGIN: For swimmers Age 7+ with a minimum of 8 stickers on the School Age Swim America chart (or equivalent) indicating their ability to swim breaststroke and butterfly. Designed for swimmers who are interested in participating in summer and/or year round swim team. This is a fast paced class where swimmers can improve their breaststroke and butterfly, while learning the legal requirements of all four competitive stroke.
CLASS SIZE: 1 instructor to 6-8 swimmers
CLASS LENGTH: 60 minutes
COST: Priced as Group Lessons. $16/18 a class depending on if you are enrolled once, or twice a week.
ADULT LESSONS - Beginner level only.
CLASS SIZE: 4 swimmers
CLASS LENGTH: 40 minutes
COST: Priced as Group Lessons.
PRIVATE LESSONS - Ideal for Swimmers Age 7-Adult - WAITING LIST -
BABY N' ME - I and II Now called Seals I, and Seal II. All new participants will start in Seals I independent of their age. Toddlers will advance to Seals II with teacher's recommendation. See 'Seal 3' below for requirements as it's the final progression out of the Baby Program.
REQUIREMENTS TO BEGIN: 22-42 months old (3 ½) with a parent.
CLASS SIZE: 6 Swimmers maximum
CLASS LENGTH: 35 minutes
COST: Priced as Group Lessons
Baby & Me is a fun class with one parent and one child. Water toys, rings and play mats help incorporate skills including breath holding, front and back float, and jumping independently.
PARENTS INTERESTED IN ENROLLING: Are required to observe a class prior to registration in order to be familiar with the class activities, therefore, making it a more positive family experience on Day 1.
- Pediatrician approval if any medical history, as the babies are submerged.
- A plastic swim diaper is required. NO disposables as per the Illinois Health Department.
SEALS 3
Young 3’s (now called Seals 3) incorporate fun water activities without parents in the pool. This class is designed for swimmers who have progressed from our Seal II class, do not have separation issues, and are ready for a new learning environment. The goal is to graduate to Group Lessons (in lane 1) and start on the Swim America Pre-School chart at Age. 3.5
REQUIREMENTS TO BEGIN:
1) At least 3 years old, 100% potty trained, and teacher recommendation to advance from Seal II.
2) Excels in Seals II, and ready for class without parent. Willing to go to instructor, and doesn't say 'no' when asked to a perform skills.
3) Willing to wear goggles.
4) Has good listening skills, so not a safety risk.
CLASS SIZE: 4 swimmers
CLASS LENGTH: 35-40 minutes
COST: Priced as Group Lessons
NERVOUS BEGINNER SEMI-PRIVATES - NBSP - Subject to lane 1 openings.
REQUIREMENTS TO BEGIN: 3.5- 6.5 years old, and 100% potty trained.
CLASS SIZE: 1 instructor to 2 swimmers
CLASS LENGTH: 30 minutes
COST: $25/each - minimum three lessons to start. Most swimmers can advance out of NBSP with four lessons, if practicing learned skills.
Semi-Privates (NBSP) are required for beginners who have not passed the Swim Test. The purpose of this transitional class (3 to 4 lessons) is to teach them how to be comfortable going completely under water. Once they can comfortably go under water, retrieve treasure, complete 10 relaxed bobs, and jump from the side, they can progress to Group Lessons where they’ll start the learn-to-swim process in Lane 1.
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OLDER STARTERS (OS)
REQUIREMENTS TO BEGIN: 7-11 years old and have passed the swim test for lane 1.
CLASS SIZE: 1 instructor to 4 swimmers
CLASS LENGTH: 40 minutes
COST: Priced as Group Lessons
This class is designed for swimmers whose age and ability level do not align well with the RKSA lanes/levels. We have 5 ability levels, and most swimmers in lane 1/level 1 are Ages 3.5-6.5 Older Starters have started the learn to swim process later in life, so their skill level is equivalent to lane one but are between the age of 7-11 years. In OS swimmers are not scheduled with young swimmers and that makes for a more comfortable learning and teaching environment. Once their skills catch up to lane 2 or lane 3 level, we'll graduate you out of this program and you'll be placed in a traditional Group Lesson in Lane 2/3, and not the OS- specialty class. That will allow swimmer more class times to choose from.
SWIM TEAM PREP - STP
REQUIREMENTS TO BEGIN: For swimmers Age 7+ with a minimum of 8 stickers on the School Age Swim America chart (or equivalent) indicating their ability to swim breaststroke and butterfly. Designed for swimmers who are interested in participating in summer and/or year round swim team. This is a fast paced class where swimmers can improve their breaststroke and butterfly, while learning the legal requirements of all four competitive stroke.
CLASS SIZE: 1 instructor to 6-8 swimmers
CLASS LENGTH: 60 minutes
COST: Priced as Group Lessons. $16/18 a class depending on if you are enrolled once, or twice a week.
ADULT LESSONS - Beginner level only.
CLASS SIZE: 4 swimmers
CLASS LENGTH: 40 minutes
COST: Priced as Group Lessons.
PRIVATE LESSONS - Ideal for Swimmers Age 7-Adult - WAITING LIST -
- Swimmers who want 1:1 attention to be safe while participating in summer camps, or pools when parents are not present.
- Children or adult who prefer privacy and/or want to expedite their progress.
- Visiting grandchildren (during the summer) who cannot commit to the entire summer schedule.
NERVOUS BEGINNER SEMI-PRIVATES - Subject to lane 1 openings. OUR WAITING LIST IS AT CAPACITY!
REQUIREMENTS TO BEGIN: 3 .5- 6 .5 years old and 100% potty trained.
CLASS SIZE: 1 instructor to 2 swimmers CLASS LENGTH: 30 minutes COST: $25/Each
Semi-Privates are required for beginners who have not passed the Swim Test. The purpose of this transitional class (3 to 4 lessons) is to teach them how to be comfortable going completely under water. Once they can comfortably go under water, retrieve treasure, complete 10 relaxed bobs, and jump from the side, they can progress to Group Lessons where they’ll start the learn-to-swim process in Lane 1.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
REQUIREMENTS TO BEGIN: 3 .5- 6 .5 years old and 100% potty trained.
CLASS SIZE: 1 instructor to 2 swimmers CLASS LENGTH: 30 minutes COST: $25/Each
Semi-Privates are required for beginners who have not passed the Swim Test. The purpose of this transitional class (3 to 4 lessons) is to teach them how to be comfortable going completely under water. Once they can comfortably go under water, retrieve treasure, complete 10 relaxed bobs, and jump from the side, they can progress to Group Lessons where they’ll start the learn-to-swim process in Lane 1.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO