Stingrays Learn To Swim Sharks Saturday & Sunday The Stingrays' Sharks Learn To Swim Sharks is a comprehensive learn to swim program that allows swimmers to progress from beginner even those young ones who cannot move freely in the water all the way up to advanced swimming those who are then ready to participate in competitive swimming if they choose. Each level has its own clear and achievable goals, allowing swimmers to develop at their own pace within a structured environment. Swimmers are evaluated on their skills and strokes development. The four levels are based on the on the British National Swim Awards and the AUSTSWIM criteria. Ducklings This class introduces those with no previous experience of swimming to the water environment. Aimed specifically at those children who cannot move around freely by themselves in the water, submerge under water, float or use their arms and legs to achieve movement through the water. Ages 3 5. Swimmers to coach ratio is approx 3:1 Climb in and out of water safely Enjoy being in swimming lessons and happy in water Bubbles with mouth in water Submerge into water with and without goggles Float on front and back with little assistance Push and glide with straight body position Torpedo with strong and straight legs Jump from the table, turn around and kick back with little assistance
Stingrays Learn To Swim Sharks Saturday & Sunday Starfish The emphasis of this level is to move from initial confidence to building a sound foundation. Suitable for those who feel comfortable in water but who have not yet learnt strokes and controlled breathing. Swimmers to coach ratio is approx. 4:1. Climb in and out of water safely Submerge and open eyes without goggles Kick with board on front and back with strong and straight legs for 12 metres Torpedo from the wall with streamline body and strong, straight legs kicking Underwater swimming for a short distance Freestyle arms with good body position, with and without the board for 12 metres Float comfortably on front and back Jump from the wall, turn around and swim back without assistance, with and without goggles Sea Turtles This class is suitable for those who are very confident in water, can streamline kick through the water and have started learning some stroke technique. Swimmers to coach ratio is approx 10:1. Kick on front and back for 25 metres with strong legs and good propulsion Swim 25m freestyle with side breathing, keeping good style and strong kicking Swim 25m backstroke with side breathing, keeping good style and strong kicking Pick up an object from the bottom of the pool Underwater swimming for 3 to 5 metres(pto)
Stingrays Learn To Swim Sharks Saturday & Sunday (Cont) Streamline push-off for freestyle Kneel-down dive without assistance Dolphins Suitable for swimmers who are ready to consolidate their aquatic skills along with controlled breathing in order to swim competently using correct techniques on three of the main strokes. Swimmers to coach ratio is approx 12:1. Freestyle and backstroke kicking over long distance Freestyle with bi-lateral breathing in good body position Backstroke with improved skills and longer distance Brea stroke kicking with and without board Freestyle and backstroke tumble turns Butterfly kicks Standing dive with streamline body position
Fall Season 2017-Saturday The program starts on Saturday 2 September 2017. The Ducklings and Starfish Classes are running for 30 minutes between 8:00am to 9:30am and 1:00pm to 3:00pm on Saturdays. The Sea Turtles and Dolphins Classes are running for 45 minutes between 8:00am to 9:30am and 12:45pm to 3:00pm on Saturdays. We aim to ensure swimmers are learning at their own pace and will move participants between levels, as and when required. Fees: 1). The Ducklings and Starfish lessons fee are HK$3,120/per person as there are 13 lessons. (30 minutes) There are Seven time slots available on Saturday: 8.00-8:30, 8.30-9.00, 9.00-9.30, 1.00-1:30, 1.30-2.00, 2.00-2.30 & 2.30-3.00 2).The Sea Turtles and Dolphns lessons fee are HK$HK$3,640 /per person as there are 13 lessons. (45minutes) There are Five time slots available on Saturday: 8.00-8:45, 8.45-9.30, 12.45-1:30, 1.30-2.15 & 2.15-3.00 Checks should be made payable to Hong Kong Island Stingrays Swim Club Lesson dates: Sep-2 Sep-9 Sep-16 Sep-23 Sep-30 Oct-14 Oct-21 Oct-28 Nov-4 Nov-11 Nov-25 Dec-02 Dec-9 ** No Class dates : Oct 07, Nov 18 On-line registration for Saturday Sharks Program - Please visit our website www.hkstingrays.com or https://www.teamunify.com/swimlessons.jsp?team=hkhkis
Fall Season 2017-Sunday The program starts on Sunday 3 September 2017. The Ducklings and Starfish Classes are running for 30 minutes between 9:00am to 11:00a on Sundays. The Sea Turtles and Dolphins Classes are running for 45 minutes between 8:45am to 11:00am on Sundays. We aim to ensure swimmers are learning at their own pace and will move participants between levels, as and when required. Fees: 1). The Ducklings and Starfish lessons fee are HK$3,120/per person as there are 13 lessons. (30 minutes) There are Four time slots available on Sunday: 9.00-9.30, 9.30-10:00, 10.00-10.30 & 10.30-11.00 2).The Sea Turtles and Dolphns lessons fee are HK$HK$3,640 /per person as there are 13 lessons. (45minutes) There are Three time slots available on Sunday: 8.45-9.30, 9.30-10:15 & 10.15-11.00 Checks should be made payable to Hong Kong Island Stingrays Swim Club Lesson dates: Sep-3 Sep-10 Sep-17 Sep-24 Oct-1 Oct-15 Oct-22 Oct-29 Nov-5 Nov-12 Nov-26 Dec-03 Dec-10 ** No Class dates : Oct 08, Nov 19 On-line registration for Saturday Sharks Program - Please visit our website www.hkstingrays.com or https://www.teamunify.com/swimlessons.jsp?team=hkhkis
Other information All classes only accept ONLINE Registration and we will endeavour to honour your first preference where possible. https://www.teamunify.com/swimlessons.jsp?team=hkhkis Please inform the Sharks Administrator(sharks@hkstingrays.com) in case your child is not able to attend a class.the Lead Coach who reserves the right to move a child into an appropriate class level will determine all class placements. We also reserve the right to cancel a class due to lack of numbers, and in such circumstances the registration fee will be properly refunded to swimmer. Once the swimmer's class placement has been confirmed, the Club will not accept any more requests for change of class sessions during the swim season. Please complete the Online Registration together with a crossed check made payable to Hong Kong Island Stingrays Swim Club, with your child s name written on the back within the registration period. Pro-rata payment Policy(Sat & Sun) Pro-rata fee only applicable if swimmers is/are 1) Completely new to the Program or 2) Returning swimmers who have records in two season before(fall 2016). Immediate returning Swimmers are require to render FULL season payment anytime before Oct 21, 2017 for their partly Fall 2017 Registration and they are require to render Half season payment anytime before Nov 11, 2017 for their partly Fall 2017 Registration The Lead Coach reserves the right not to accept any new application after Nov 11, 2017 Refund Policy There will be NO refunds UNLESS & ONLY IF the swimmer withdraws from the program for the remainder of the season due to either (1) relocation- overseas or (2) for medical reasons substantiated by proper medical certification. In such cases, a pro rata calculation of the refund will be issued. Please take notice that all legitimate refunds are subject to a $500 processing fee. Policies on Make up class Our policy is that swimmer once having selected the days(saturday or Sunday) and time slot, should stick on this schedule throughout the whole season. Swimmer MAY NOT switch between days or time slots due to Personal Reason. Please note that all permanent schedule change are subject to a $500 processing fee. Contact Information For Sharks Information and Enrollments, please contact Sharks Head Instructor Dean Chan Email: dchan.coach@hkstingrays.com Emergency Contact: 9868-3030