Swim Program - Frequently Asked Questions
- What program are the swim lessons based on?
- Are goggles required for swim lessons?
- If my child uses goggles, will he/she become dependent on goggles?
- Why does my child need an evaluation when he/she can’t swim?
- How soon can my child begin swim lessons?
- Can I change my child’s swim class once I register?
- If my child is sick, can I schedule a make-up lesson?
- Can I register my child for more than one session?
- What if I register my child for more than one session of the same level, and my child is ready for the next level after one session?
- How long will it take my child to learn to swim?
- How soon will I know whether my child needs to repeat this level or will advance to the next?
- Should I be afraid my child will be disappointed about not passing their swim class?
- What is the youngest age for a child to enter the program?
- What does my child need for the Parent & Tot Program?
- What is the temperature of the water in pool?
- What time are the classes offered?
What program are the swim lessons based on? Peachtree Dive Center has created a unique swim program which includes the best elements from popular programs such as the American Red Cross, Ellis and PADI programs.
Are goggles required for swim lessons? No. Goggles are not required, however, we strongly recommend goggles for children as they begin to learn to swim. Often goggles will increase a child’s comfort, minimize eye irritation, and aid in object retrieval from the pool bottom.
If my child uses goggles, will he/she become dependent on goggles? No. A child’s dependency on goggles is much less likely especially as a child becomes comfortable and secure in a water environment.
Why does my child need an evaluation when he/she can’t swim? The evaluation is required to determine which of the beginner level classes is most appropriate for your child. We have three beginner levels so the evaluation process is critical.
How soon can my child begin swim lessons? Once your child completes the swim evaluation and the level has been determined, you can register for next available opening that is convenient for your schedule. Our swim lessons are year-round.
Can I change my child’s swim class once I register? NO. All swim fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. There are no exceptions to this policy.
If my child is sick, can I schedule a make-up lesson? No. Because our swim lessons on Monday –Thursday, and private lessons are on Fridays, there is no provision for make-up lessons. Because our program is based upon the building of additional skills on a strong foundation, your child will have other opportunities to develop and practice the missed skills.
Can I register my child for more than one session? Yes. You can register your child for more than one session. However you will need to register your child for the same level. We do not permit registration into the next level until completion of the current level. For example: You can register for Level I this session, and another Level I next session.
What if I register my child for more than one session of the same level and my child is ready for the next level after one session? Because our policy does not allow transferring from one class to another, your child will remain in the level in which registered, but the instructors will challenge your child at the higher level.
How long will it take my child to learn to swim? There is no set schedule for a child to learn to swim. Each child learns at a different pace. It is not unusual for a child to repeat a level several times before advancing to the next.
How soon will I know whether my child needs to repeat this level or will advance to the next? You can ask the instructors at any time during a swim session. Typically instructors know quickly whether or not the child will be ready to advance to the next level, but occasionally it might take two or three classes for the instructor to be certain.
Should I be afraid my child will be disappointed about not passing their swim class? No. Every child will receive a certificate at the end of the swim session. A certificate indicating “completion” indicates that your child is prepared to enter the next level. A certificate indicating “participation” indicates that your child needs to remain in the same level to further master skills before advancement into the next level.
What is the youngest age for a child to enter the program? A child must be potty-trained to enter swim lessons. Infants and toddlers not potty-trained may join the Parent & Tot program.
What does my child need for the Parent & Tot Program? Cloth diapers and rubber pants are required for children that are not potty trained. The use of swim diapers is NOT permitted in our pool.
What is the temperature of the water in pool? Our pool is maintained at a constant 90 degrees year-round.
What time are the classes offered? The schedule will vary from session to session. Typically during the winter months are classes are two days a week (Monday & Wednesday OR Tuesday & Thursday) for the entire month. During the summer time (and holidays) classes are Monday thru Thursday for two weeks. There is always 8 classes in a swim session.
