Swim Lessons At Greenville Aquatics and Fitness Center

Online Registration

We are working to develop quality programs that fit the needs of our evolving community and adapt to the growing sport of swimming. Please call (252) 329-4041 with any questions or suggestions, including adaptive or Spanish accommodations. We will conduct placement tests upon request.

Guppy I

Ages 6 Months to 2 Years

This class introduces children and parents to the aquatic environment. The goal of this class is to help parents to be able to keep small children safe in and around water. Babies in diapers must wear rubber pants over their diapers or “Little Swimmer” specialty diapers. Parents/guardians are in the water with child for all class sessions.

Pre-requisites: None

Need to know: Adult in water during classes

Fee: $60; Discounted Greenville Resident: $40; $30 GAFC Member 

Guppy II

Ages 2 to 3

Still focused on safety, this class also helps students learn to become more independent in the water. Classes will start with parents in the water until swimmers and parents are comfortable with parent’s transitioning out of the water.

Pre-requisites: Guppy I or Age 2

Need to know: Adult in water during classes

Fee: $60; Discounted Greenville Resident: $40, GAFC Member: $30

Guppy III

Ages 3-4

In this class we emphasize safety through daily safety topics, flotation and kicking. Classes will also begin to learn basic swim mechanics to be able to move independently in the water. Small classes are emphasized so participants have ample practice time and instructor attention.  Students that have successfully passed Guppy III may move up to Jellyfish with instructor permission.

Pre-requisites: Guppy II or age 3

Need to know:   Adult in water during classes

Fee: $60; Discounted Greenville Resident: $40

Jellyfish I- Non-swimmer

Ages: 5–9

 Swimmers are taught basic water safety skills such as floating, entering and exiting the pool. Swimmers will begin to learn swimming mechanics of breathing, kicking and arm pulls. The goal at this level is to be able to jump in the pool, recover, swim to the edge and exit independently.

Pre-requisites: Age 5 or Guppy III

Need to know:  Swimmers can bring goggles but may be asked to do some skills without them.

Jellyfish II - Beginner

Ages: 5-9

Swimmers are taught freestyle, backstroke, jumping, underwater skills, directional changes, treading water and daily safety topics. The goal at this level is to be able to swim 25 yards proficiently. Students should be able to jump in the pool, recover, swim to the edge and exit independently at the beginning of class.

Pre-requisites: Jellyfish I or swim 5 yards unassisted

Need to know:  Swimmers can bring goggles but may be asked to do some skills without them.

Fee: $60; Discounted Greenville Resident: $40; GAFC Member; $30

Ages: 10-15

Specifically for teens from beginners to intermediate. Teens will learn at their own pace in an environment that is fun and safe. Includes swim strokes, swimming for fitness and water activities.

Pre-requisites: None

Need to know:  Class is at a faster pace than Jellyfish

Dolphins - Intermediate

Ages: 5-15

Participants are taught endurance, stroke development and safety. This level is intended for those wishing to pursue competitive swimming or swimming for fitness. Swimmers should be able to swim 25 yards proficient freestyle before the first day of class.  Exit skills include 100 yards proficient freestyle and backstroke, 50 yards proficient breaststroke and 15 yards butterfly.

Pre-requisites: Jellyfish II or swim 25 yards unassisted

Need to know:  Swimmers should have goggles and keep long hair off face, classes will be divided into lanes based on ability

Fee: $60; Discounted Greenville Resident: $40; GAFC Member; $30

Sharks - Advanced

Ages: 5-15

Designed for advanced swimmers, Sharks focuses on technique and endurance to prepare for competitive swimming or swimming for fitness. Practices more frequently than other classes, building endurance for swimmers and offering families more flexibility. Sign up for lane space weekly. 

Pre-requisites: Dolphins or swim 100 yards freestyle and backstroke, 50 yards breaststroke and 15 yards butterfly

Skills learned: Flip turns, technique drills, starts, finishes, endurance and set building

Need to know:  Swimmers should have goggles and keep long hair off face

Practices must be pre-scheduled up to one week in advance by calling 329.4041 or at the front desk at GAFC while at the facility (limit of four students per day).

Adults

Ages: 16 & up

Beginner

Instructors teach basic skills in a logical progression allowing for maximum practice time. Safety, body control and ability in the water are emphasized to help swimmers meet goals. No entry requirement.

Greenville Aquatics & Fitness Center

Private Swim Lessons

There are many reasons why Private Swim Lessons may be best for you or your child: hectic schedule, skill plateau, upcoming events, or just the preference for one-on-one instruction. Whatever the reason, our Swim Instructors can set up an efficient and comfortable plan for you. Most lessons are 30 minutes in length but can be extended depending on swimmer skill, endurance, and age.

All ages

By appointment only.

Currently only offer at the Greenville Aquatic & Fitness Center. Please note only 1/2 hour private swim lessons offered at this time. 

Call 252.329.4041 for more information.