Lesson Plan 12 – 36 months
Lesson Plan Transitional & Prep
Lesson Plan Level 1
Lesson Plan Level 2
Lesson Plan Level 3
Lesson Plan Level 4
Swim Team Prep Workout
Skills Criteria 2024
Staff Reminders
Gold Coins – One coin per Student Please – No Exceptions
STAY SAFE
Keep your head on a swivel. ALWAYS position yourself within arms reach of a non swimmer. Stay outside of the Box or with your Back to the Ropes. Keep your class in your line of sight at all times!
Listen for the Whistle
One short blast from the Deck Supervisor
Addresses Directional Teaching using Whistle Protocol
Two short blasts from an Instructor
Get the attention of the Deck Supervisor/Deck Assistant/Water Watcher
One long blast from the Deck Supervisor
EAP Activation – In the event the Deck Supervisor is unavailable and it is a life threatening emergency, this whistle may be blown by the instructor.
CLICK HERE FOR THE WHISTLE PROCESS
VALUABLE RESOURCES
DOOR GREETING (to be used each time a class is called in).
As we welcome our students today, please make sure they are standing on the appropriate dolphins. In addition, all swimmers under 4 years old MUST have the proper protective layers on to enter the pool. Either: A single layer Splashabout swim product OR a double layer of any other swim diapering product one of the layers MUST be non-disposable and Splash About products are available for purchase at the office.
LOBBY ANNOUNCEMENT
Hello and Welcome to Week 1 of our Fall Session!
My name is ____________ and I will be your deck supervisor.
Here at Little Flippers Swim School, we specialize in swimming instruction using The Four Pillars of Swimming™ progressive curriculum that emphasizes correct technique as well as water safety.
Throughout the session we will incorporate a variety of skills related to Breath Control, Buoyancy, Balance, Movement and Safety. Each lesson will also be taught using appropriate activities that enable children to build character, accept challenges, and develop confidence.
If your child is having a hard time transitioning into swim class please do not be concerned. The first few weeks of a new class or new teacher can be challenging for some. All of our swim instructors are well-versed in handling these situations and are looking forward to being a part of your child’s success. Our goal this week is to ensure that each students’ class is the proper fit!
At the end of each class we will be handing out a gold coin to all of our independent students. Coins are designed to shape behaviors through positive reinforcement. Coins are used as a reward for a great class and incentive to attend next time! Once Nine gold coins are collected, they can be redeemed in the office for a prize from our treasure chest.
PARENT REMINDERS
Did you know that we have an unlimited absence and makeup policy! Reporting your absence in the parent portal will ensure that your account is credited with an absence which you can use for a MAKEUP in another class that is not fully enrolled, has an absence already reported for the day or is a designated makeup class. Please report your absences ASAP so another family can take your spot!
If you are running late, please wait at the door in the center of the of the lobby and the Deck Supervisor will greet you and escort your students to class. Also, at the end of class, please remember to wait at or near exit doors for your swimmers. As a safety precaution, we cannot allow students to wander independently into the locker room, if we do not see a parent/guardian with them. Just give us a friendly wave to confirm if you are not right up front.
On deck showers are available and can be used for a quick rinse after class (no soap, shampoo, etc. please). However if you are showering in the locker room, please be mindful of others in the facility and limit your time spent in the shower and please no reserving showers. Thanks for your cooperation!
ADDITIONAL ANNOUNCEMENT FOR WINCHESTER ONLY We ask that all customers please park in the YELLOW lined spots only. They do extend all the way around the building onto the other side of the pool. The white lined spots are for our neighbors across the street.