Summer 2018 Catalogue OFFICE EMAIL: INFO@ZODIACSWIM.ON.CA OFFICE PHONE: 416-789-1989 EXT 151 OFFICE EMAIL: INFO@ZODIACSWIM.ON.CA OFFICE PHONE: 416-789-1989 EXT 151
Zodiac s New Learn to Swim Program Endorsed by the Lifesaving Society... 2 How to Register... 3 Summer 2018 Session Dates... 4 Conversion Chart... 6 Level Descriptions... 7 Zodiac Baby Tot... Error! Bookmark not defined. Zodiac Tweener Tot... 7 Zodiac Senior Tot... 8 Mini Private Swim Lesson... 9 Private Swim Lessons... 10 Zodiac Preschool 1... 10 Zodiac Preschool 2... 11 Zodiac Preschool Swim 3... 11 Zodiac Swim 1... 12 Zodiac Swim 2... 12 Zodiac Swim 3... 13 Zodiac Swim 4... 13 Zodiac Swim 5... 14 Zodiac Swim 6... 14 Zodiac Swim Strokes 5/6... Error! Bookmark not defined. Zodiac Swim 7... 15 Summer 2018 Class Schedule... 16 Zodiac Baby Tot 3-12 months Schedule... Error! Bookmark not defined. Zodiac Tweener Tot 12-24 months Schedule... 16 Zodiac Senior Tot 2-3.5 years old Schedule... 16 Mini Private Lesson Schedule... 17 Private Lessons Schedule... 17 Zodiac Preschool 1 Schedule... 17 Zodiac Preschool 2 Schedule... 18 Zodiac Preschool 3 Schedule... 18 Zodiac Swim 1 Schedule... 19 Zodiac Swim 2 Schedule... 19 Zodiac Swim 3 Schedule... 19 Zodiac Swim 4 Schedule... 20 Zodiac Swim 5 Schedule... 20 Zodiac Swim 6 Schedule... 20 Zodiac Swim Strokes 5/6 Schedule... Error! Bookmark not defined. Zodiac Swim 7 Schedule... 20 BACKYARD PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS 2018... 22 SUMMER 2018 1
Zodiac s New Learn to Swim Program Endorsed by the Lifesaving Society We are very excited to announce Zodiac s new Learn to Swim Program that is endorsed by the Lifesaving Society. This program includes learn to swim progressions, fitness, water safety as well as first aid. We believe this program will set the stage for your swimmer to learn about and enjoy swimming for life. Although the program has been modified and enhanced, our high-quality low-ratio lessons, top-notch swim instruction and excellent customer service remain unchanged. The Zodiac Learn to Swim consists of 12 levels. Levels 1, 2, and 3 are organized based on the child s age and thus the student to teacher ratio will be different: Zodiac Preschool Levels 1, 2, 3 (2:1 student: teacher ratio) are for students between the ages of 3-4.5 years old Zodiac Swim Levels 1, 2, 3 (3:1 student: teacher ratio) are for students 4.5 years old +. Some other changes include: 1. The Zodiac Tot Program is now broken up into three age groups; Zodiac Baby Tot (for swimmers 3 to 12 months), Zodiac Tweener Tot (for swimmers 12 to 24 months), and Zodiac Senior Tot (for swimmers 2 to 3.5 years old); 2. Elimination of Repeat levels, as we have created Stroke Levels; 3. The Stroke Levels do not have any water safety components, swimmers will be focusing on stroke technique and fitness items; and 4. The Tadpole class has been renamed Mini Private. On the following pages, you will find a conversion chart, which will clearly indicate which Zodiac Swim Level your child will be in (based on his/her most recent level under the previous system). There will also be descriptions of the new levels as well as the days, times and fees of the classes organized by level and then location. If you have questions or require any additional information, please feel free to contact us either by email (info@zodiacswim.on.ca) or phone 416-789-1989 ext 151. We look forward to swimming with your family and to creating an even more amazing Zodiac Swim School experience! Registration for Summer 2018 opens on April 24 th 2018 at 12:00noon SUMMER 2018 2
How to Register Visit our registration website, if you have a Zodiac Account you can log in and then search by activity name or code. If you do not have a Zodiac Account, you are able to set one up prior to registration opening (which we suggest). When on our registration site, click on Create an Account in the top right hand corner. Please create the account in your name and then add your children as family members. Discounts: we offer a 10 dollar Rookie discount for first time Zodiac Swimmer, we also offer a 5 dollar discount for all second and more children registered in the same session. These can be applied at the time of check out. If you are a 2017 Zodiac Day Camp Camper, you should have received a coupon code for an addition 5 percent discount. Questions? Send us an email (info@zodiacswim.on.ca) or call us (416-789-1989 ext 151), please note that we do experience higher volumes of calls during registration, so if you are able to email you may receive a reply sooner. SUMMER 2018 3
Summer 2018 Session Dates HB Holland Bloorview Kids Rehab Hospital Day Start Date End Date No Programs # of Weeks Sunday July 8 2018 Aug 26 2018 Aug 5 7 First Time Swimmer Discount - $10.00 As a welcome to Zodiac, each NEW Zodiac Swim School student is entitled to a One Time first time swimmer discount during registration. Multi-Swimmer/Same Session Discount - $5.00 If your family is registering more than one swimmer for the same session (fall, winter, spring, summer) each additional swimmer after the first one registered (2nd, 3 rd, etc.) is entitled to the multiswimmer/same session discount during registration. SUMMER 2018 4
Conversion Chart Red Cross Swim Kids TO Zodiac Swim Level Current RED CROSS Level Sea Turtle Sea Turtle - R Sea Otter Sea Otter - R Salamander Salamander - R Swim Kids 1 Swim Kids 1 R Swim Kids 2 Swim Kids 2 R Swim Kids 3 Swim Kids 3 R Swim Kids 4 *New* ZODIAC Level 3-4.5 yrs Preschool 1 4.5 yrs+ Swim 1 3-4.5 yrs Preschool 2 4.5 yrs+ Swim 2 3-4.5 yrs Preschool 3 4.5 yrs+ Swim 3 Swim 4 Swim 5 Swim Kids 4 R Strokes 5/6 Swim Kids 5 Swim 6 Swim Kids 5 R Strokes 5/6 Swim Kids 6 Swim 7 Swim Kids 6 R Strokes 7/8 Swim Kids 7 Swim 8 Swim Kids 7 R Strokes 7/8 Swim Kids 8 Swim 9 Swim Kids 8 R Strokes 9/10 Swim Kids 9 Swim 10 Swim Kids 9 R Strokes 9/10 OR Swim 11 Swim Kids 10 Strokes 11/12 OR Swim 12 Swim Kids 10 R Strokes 11/12 **Click on the New Zodiac Level to be taken to the level description** SUMMER 2018 6
Zodiac Tweener Tot Level Descriptions Parent and Tot class for children who are between 12-24 months 6:1 ratio, 30 minute class No previous swimming experience required. Parent/Caregiver participates with the child. Participants will need to wear a reusable water diaper. These are available for purchase from Zodiac Swim School. Swimmers joining this group who swam in the Zodiac Baby Tot program will have the opportunity to build upon the experiences in the Baby Tot program and become more independent with the variety of swimming skills and progressions. The program provides a fun and exciting introduction (and continuation) to the aquatic environment and focuses on exploration, water safety, personal development and individual progress. Each Zodiac Tot class is structured to include enthusiastic play and songs, interactive circle time and incorporates basic skill development through the use of creative and stimulating pool equipment to enhance learning in a creative environment! Skills explored include experiencing different ways to move through the water, hand-eye co-ordination, jumps, floats, glides, blast-offs, roll-overs, breath control and submersion. Emphasis is placed on promoting independence and self-safety in, on and around the water. Jumping in (sitting or standing) followed by rolling over to gliding/swimming/kicking then returning back to the wall/stairs are practiced each week to build strength and confidence. PFDs (personal floatation devices, including infant lifejackets) are introduced or reinforced and used to enhance kicking and buoyancy skills. The swimmers wearing their PFDs will have an opportunity to sit in an inflatable boat simulating a boating experience. More independent swimming and exiting the pool wearing a PFD is practiced with this age group. Independent body movement and treasure hunting for submerged objects is introduced and practiced on a specialized tot table (platform in the water). Blasting off from the table and combining skills such as roll overs and submersions are introduced. Caregivers are the main facilitators throughout each lesson while an experienced Zodiac Tot instructor leads the class and ensures that the individual needs of each child are addressed. Participants will receive a certificate upon completion of each session. Performance is not evaluated. SUMMER 2018 7
Zodiac Senior Tot Parent and Tot class for children who are between 2-3.5 years 6:1 Ratio, 30 minute class No previous swimming experience required. Parent/Caregiver participates with the child. Participants will need to wear a reusable water diaper. These are available for purchase from Zodiac Swim School. Swimmers joining this group who swam in the Zodiac Tweener Tot program will have the opportunity to build upon the experiences in the Senior Tot program and become more independent with the variety of swimming skills and progressions. The program provides a fun and exciting introduction (and continuation) to the aquatic environment and focuses on exploration, water safety, personal development and individual progress. Each Zodiac Tot class is structured to include enthusiastic play and songs, interactive circle time and incorporates basic skill development through the use of creative and stimulating pool equipment to enhance learning in a creative environment! Skills explored include experiencing different ways to move through the water, hand-eye co-ordination, jumps, floats, glides, blast-offs, roll-overs, breath control and submersion. Emphasis is placed on promoting independence and self-safety in, on and around the water. Jumping in (standing) followed by rolling over to gliding/swimming then returning back to the wall/stairs are practiced each week to build strength and confidence. PFDs (personal floatation devices) are introduced or reinforced and used to enhance kicking and buoyancy skills. The swimmers wearing their PFDs will have an opportunity to sit in an inflatable boat simulating a boating experience. More independent swimming, jumping and exiting the pool wearing a PFD is practiced with this age group. Independent body movement and treasure hunting for submerged objects is introduced (or continued) and practiced on a specialized tot table (platform in the water). Blasting off from the table and combining skills such as roll overs and submersions are introduced. More independent swimming from the table to the wall or caregiver is encouraged. Reinforcement of rhythmic breathing takes place through creative games using bubbles, straws, ping pong balls and more. Caregivers are the main facilitators throughout each lesson while an experienced Zodiac Tot instructor leads the class and ensures that the individual needs of each child are addressed. Participants will start working on the skills in the first levels of the Zodiac Learn to Swim program and will receive a certificate upon completion of each session. SUMMER 2018 8
Mini Private Swim Lesson (for 2 years old +) 1:1 Ratio, 15 minute class Pre-requisite: Minimum 2 years of age. Prior participation in Zodiac Tot is highly recommended, if the child is between the ages of 2 and 3 years old. If the child is not toilet trained, the child must wear a reusable water diaper. These are available for purchase at the pool. Our Mini Private Lesson is a 15-minute, one-to-one (private) lesson that can be used one of two ways: 1) The first way is a wonderful transitional class from Parent and Tot to group lessons without a caregiver. Toddlers who have been introduced to the aquatic environment through Zodiac Tot's program and who are ready to be independent of his/her caregiver, are able to continue developing skills, building trust with his/her instructor in preparation for group lessons. Swimmers will work on Zodiac Preschool 1 (and higher) standards in the class and receive a Zodiac Progress card at the end of the session. 2) The second way the Mini Private can be used is as a way to extend the student s regular weekly lesson by 15 minutes either before or after the lesson. The 15-minutes allows the student to focus on one skill or stroke to assist overcoming a challenge. If the schedule allows, you could book the mini private from the beginning as before or after extension. An alternative is to book the 15-minute mini private randomly without a set number to again focus on a specific skill, stroke or challenge. If is it mid-session, and you would like to add a few Mini-Private Lessons please call/email the Zodiac office to check availability. SUMMER 2018 9
Private Swim Lessons 1:1 Ratio, 30 minute class Pre-requisite: Minimum 3 years of age Private lessons with a 1:1 student to teacher ratio are available for those who require or prefer a smaller class size. Swimmers will work on the swim level recommended from their previous swim report with a focus on the individual swimmers needs. Private lessons can also be customized towards the swimmer s individual goals, for example stroke improvement or lifesaving skills. Private lessons can be scheduled by request provided sufficient pool space and a suitable instructor are available. Zodiac Preschool 1 (for 3 to 4.5 year olds) 2:1 Ratio, 30 minute class Pre-requisite: Minimum 3 years of age. No previous swimming experience required. Through engaging and age-appropriate activities swimmers learn how to participate safely in a small group lesson. Swimmers will be introduced to safe entries and exits, rhythmic breathing, submersion and assisted front and back glides. Swimmers will learn how to stay within arm s reach and who gets into a pool first. Swimmers will experience buoyancy and movement through the creative use of pool equipment and PFDs (personal flotation devices). As their skill confidence progresses they will begin to integrate kicking while performing front glides which leads into front swim. SUMMER 2018 10
Zodiac Preschool 2 (for 3 to 4.5 year olds) 2:1 Ratio, 30 minute class Pre-requisite: Completion of Zodiac Swim Level 1 or equivalent combination of skills. In this level swimmers build on the skills learned in Zodiac Swim Level 1 and will now work toward initiating those skills on their own with little to no assistance from the instructor. Swimmers will develop front and back floats by maintaining a relaxed body position for 3 seconds and attempting to open their eyes underwater. Swimmers will develop their front and back glides and be able to glide independently for 3 meters on their front and 5 meters on their back upon completion of the level. Swimmers will also be able to transfer their weight in the water as well as the importance of always swimming with a buddy. Zodiac Preschool Swim 3 (for 3 to 4.5 year olds) 2:1 Ratio, 30 minute class Pre-requisite: Completion of Zodiac Swim Level 2 or equivalent combination of skills. Swimmers are now ready to perform their skills for longer distances. Swimmers will work to achieve their roll over glides completely unassisted. Propulsive arm action is added to the front swim which will be performed for 5 metres. Side glide which is needed for front crawl, is introduced in this level. Swimmers will also become comfortable transferring their weight in the water by retrieving objects from the table or pool bottom and will increase their water safety knowledge by learning when and where to swim. SUMMER 2018 11
Zodiac Swim 1 (for 4.5 year old +) 3:1 Ratio, 30 minute class Pre-requisite: Minimum 4.5 years of age. No previous swimming experience required. Through engaging and age-appropriate activities swimmers learn how to participate safely in a small group lesson. Swimmers will be introduced to safe entries and exits, rhythmic breathing, submersion and assisted front and back glides. Swimmers will learn how to stay with in arms reach and who goes into the pool first. Swimmers will experience buoyancy and movement through the creative use of pool equipment and PFDs (personal flotation devices). As their skill confidence progresses they will begin to integrate kicking while performing front glides which leads into front swim. Zodiac Swim 2 (for 4.5 years old +) 3:1 Ratio, 30 minute class Pre-requisite: Completion of Zodiac Swim Level 1 or equivalent combination of skills. In this level swimmers build on the skills learned in Zodiac Level 1 and will now work toward initiating those skills on their own with little to no assistance from the instructor. Swimmers will develop front and back floats by maintaining a relaxed body position for 3 seconds and attempting to open their eyes underwater. Swimmers will develop their front and back glides and be able to glide independently for 3 meters on their front and 5 meters on their back upon completion of the level. Swimmers will also able to transfer their weight in the water as well as the importance of always swimming with a buddy. SUMMER 2018 12
Zodiac Swim 3 (for 4.5 years old +) 3:1 Ratio, 30 minute class Pre-requisite: Completion of Zodiac Level 2 or equivalent combination of skills. Swimmers are now ready to perform their skills for longer distances. Swimmers will work to achieve their roll over glides completely unassisted. Propulsive arm action is added to the front swim which will be performed for 5 metres. Side glide which is needed for front crawl, is introduced in this level. Swimmers will also become comfortable transferring their weight in the water by retrieving objects from the table or pool bottom and will increase their water safety knowledge by learning when and where to swim. Zodiac Swim 4 3:1 Ratio, 30 minute class Prerequisite: Completion of Zodiac Level 3 or equivalent. In this level, swimmers improve their endurance and strength. They work on their front crawl technique, by performing front glide/slide glide combination for 5 metres, unassisted, this will help them perform a more efficient front crawl for 7 metres. They are also introduced to a body roll while doing back glide, which is the next step to back crawl. Swimmers will be able to swim 10 metres without stopping upon completion of this level and will have learnt about EMS (911). SUMMER 2018 13
Zodiac Swim 5 4:1 Ratio, 45 minute class Prerequisite: Completion of Zodiac Level 4 or equivalent. Swimmers work on improving their endurance to be able to swim 15 metres without stopping as well as treading water for 30 seconds. They are introduced to back crawl, and upon competition of the level be able to perform back crawl for 10 metres. They are continuing to improve their front crawl and will be able to swim the stroke for 10 metres. Swimmers will also get to learn how to do a front roll and a sitting dive, which is the first progression to a standing dive. Zodiac Swim 6 4:1 Ratio, 45 minute class Prerequisite: Completion of Zodiac Level 5 or equivalent. Swimmers continue to develop their front crawl and back crawl so they are able to perform them for 15 metres. They are introduced to front and back whip kick, as well as head first sculling on back. They improve their endurance to be able to swim 25 metres without stopping as well as introduced to interval training. Their water safety knowledge continues to grow to include the knowledge of the dangers of open water and understanding how to be a safe boater. SUMMER 2018 14
Zodiac Swim 7 4:1 Ratio, 45 minute class Pre-requisite: Completion of Zodiac Swim Level 6 or equivalent combination of skills. Front and back whip kick technique is improved so that swimmers are able to swim whip kick on their front and on their back for 10 metres. They are introduced to front scull with breathing, which is the next progression for breaststroke. Front crawl and back crawl are becoming more efficient, swimmers will be able perform these strokes for 25 metres, maintaining the Level 7 standards. Swimmers are also introduced to eggbeater and LADDER Approach. They will explore when and where to go on ice by identifying proper ice thickness for activities and wise/unwise choices that may be made around the ice. Swimmers continue to work on their endurance, and will be able to swim 50 metres without stopping as well perform interval training for flutter kick, 4 x 24 metres upon completion of this level. SUMMER 2018 15
Summer 2018 Class Schedule Zodiac Tweener Tot 12-24 months Schedule 6:1 Ratio, 30 minute class Click here to return to Zodiac Tweener Tot description HB SUN 10:15 AM 10:45 AM $166.25 26042 HB SUN 11:15 AM 11:45 AM $166.25 26043 Zodiac Senior Tot 2-3.5 years old Schedule 6:1 Ratio, 30 minute class Click here to return to Zodiac Senior Tot description HB SUN 9:45 AM 10:15 AM $166.25 26044 HB SUN 10:45 AM 11:15 AM $166.25 26045 SUMMER 2018 16
Mini Private Lesson Schedule (for 2 years old +) 1:1 Ratio, 15 minute class Click here to return to Mini Private description HB SUN 9:15 AM 9:30 AM $231.00 26070 HB SUN 9:15 AM 9:30 AM $231.00 26071 HB SUN 10:00 AM 10:15 AM $231.00 26072 HB SUN 10:45 AM 11:00 AM $231.00 26073 HB SUN 11:30 AM 11:45 AM $231.00 26075 Private Lessons Schedule 1:1 Ratio, 30 minute class Click here to return to Private Lesson description HB SUN 10:15 AM 10:45 AM $469.00 26081 Zodiac Preschool 1 Schedule (for 3 to 4.5 year olds) 2:1 Ratio, 30 minute class Click here to return to Zodiac Preschool 1 description HB SUN 9:15 AM 9:45 AM $306.25 26046 HB SUN 9:45 AM 10:15 AM $306.25 26049 HB SUN 11:15 AM 11:45 AM $306.25 26048 SUMMER 2018 17
Zodiac Preschool 2 Schedule (for 3 to 3.5 year olds) 2:1 Ratio, 30 minute class Click here to return to Zodiac Preschool 2 description HB SUN 9:15 AM 9:45 AM $306.25 26053 HB SUN 10:45 AM 11:15 AM $306.25 26055 HB SUN 11:15 AM 11:45 AM $306.25 26056 Zodiac Preschool 3 Schedule (for 3 to 4.5 years old) 2:1 Ratio, 30 minute class Click here to return to Zodiac Preschool 3 description HB SUN 9:45 AM 10:15 AM $306.25 26050 HB SUN 10:45 AM 11:15 AM $306.25 26051 SUMMER 2018 18
Zodiac Swim 1 Schedule (for 4.5 year olds +) 3:1 Ratio, 30 minute class Click here to return to Zodiac Swim 1 description HB SUN 10:00 AM 10:30 AM $213.50 26298 Zodiac Swim 2 Schedule (for 4.5 years old +) 3:1 Ratio, 30 minute class Click here to return to Zodiac Swim 2 description HB SUN 9:15 AM 9:45 AM $213.50 26057 HB SUN 10:15 AM 10:45 AM $213.50 26058 HB SUN 10:45 AM 11:15 AM $213.50 26060 HB SUN 11:15 AM 11:45 AM $213.50 26059 Zodiac Swim 3 Schedule (for 4.5 years old +) 3:1 Ratio, 30 minute class Click here to return to Zodiac Swim 3 description HB SUN 9:15 AM 9:45 AM $213.50 26068 HB SUN 10:45 AM 11:15 AM $213.50 26065 HB SUN 11:15 AM 11:45 AM $213.50 26066 SUMMER 2018 19
Zodiac Swim 4 Schedule 3:1 Ratio, 30 minute class Click here to return to Zodiac Swim 4 description HB SUN 9:45 AM 10:15 AM $213.50 26061 HB SUN 10:45 AM 11:15 AM $213.50 26063 HB SUN 11:15 AM 11:45 AM $213.50 26062 Zodiac Swim 5 Schedule 4:1 Ratio, 45 minute class Click here to return Zodiac Swim 5 description HB SUN 9:15 AM 10:00 AM $280.00 26077 Zodiac Swim 6 Schedule 4:1 Ratio, 45 minute class Click here to return to Zodiac Swim 6 description HB SUN 10:00 AM 10:45 AM $280.00 26079 Zodiac Swim 7 Schedule 4:1 Ratio, 45 minute class Click here to return to Zodiac Swim 7 description HB SUN 10:45 AM 11:30 AM $280.00 26080 SUMMER 2018 20
Remember Registration for Summer 2018 opens on April 24 th 2018 at 12:00noon SUMMER 2018 21
BACKYARD PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS 2018 BENEFITS You can make a standing appt. or book privates randomly. Booking will take place on a first come first serve basis. All families will fill out a contract and provide a credit card to keep on file. Each student will be charged and payment received at the end of each lesson PRIVATE LESSONS AT 96 PRUE AVENUE (Bathurst & Glencairn) Water temp = 88 degrees, shallow and deep, all teaching equip, change room Parent/Guardian must be present in backyard during lesson (NO DROP OFF) Family must fill out application form and provide a VISA/MC number. No payment will be processed until lesson is over. Pay as you swim. COST (includes HST): NOTES: 30 min Private = $ 82.00 incl. HST 45 min Private = $107.00 incl. HST 60 min Private = $137.00 incl. HST A family can book a 60 minute class and divide that class time among the family s siblings. It will be up to the instructor to determine best division of 60 minutes. 2 families can book a 30-minute semi-private and divide the $80.00 between the 2 families. Each family must still fill out a separate application form and give a VISA/MC on file. The appropriate amount will be taken off each family VISA/MC. If one student misses the class, the full $80 will still be charged to either one family or split among the 2 families. BACKYARD LESSON POLICIES: RAINY DAY POLICY -If the weather looks bad enough not to swim, the instructor and/or the parent must contact one another to determine if class runs. If the class is cancelled with enough notice so that the instructors not waiting around- NO CHARGE. SUMMER 2018 22
NO SHOW POLICY if a family/student does not show up to lesson with no call, the family will be charged the full amount for the lesson reserved. LATE POLICY if a student shows up late, the instructor is not obligated to continue the class longer than the designated time slot. The family is still charged the booked amount. SUPERVISION POLICY one member of the student s family (adults included) must remain in the pool area during the lesson. The lesson will not proceed if the student is left alone without an adult/parent/guardian. This is for safety, liability and protection for both the instructor and student. SIBLINGS/FRIENDS SWIMMING AT SAME TIME no other lesson or free swim time is allowed in the pool at the designated paid lesson time. All siblings or friends must be supervised by parent/guardian out of the pool. BATHROOM/CHANGE ROOM POLICY The backyard has private change room facilities available. The house bathroom is available for emergency use only. SUMMER 2018 23
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