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Glider Swim Class: Explore the Water with Confidence!

Welcome to the Goldfish Swim School in Carrollton—West Plano. Our class is designed to introduce your child to the water in a fun, safe, and supportive environment. It is the perfect next step for young swimmers ready to build their skills and confidence in the water.

What is the Glider Swim Class?

It is part of our Learn-to-Swim curriculum at Goldfish Swim School, specifically for children who have mastered the basics of water safety and are ready to start swimming independently! In this class, children will work on developing their swimming skills, such as:

  • Breath control
  • Front and back gliding
  • Kicking techniques
  • Floating and body positioning
  • Introduction to freestyle and backstroke

Our highly trained instructors ensure that each child receives individual attention, allowing them to progress at their own pace while having fun along the way.

Why Choose Goldfish Swim School?

We believe that every child deserves to feel confident in the water. Here’s why our Glider Swim Class is the perfect choice for your little swimmer:

  • Small Class Sizes: With a low student-to-teacher ratio, your child receives personalized instruction in every lesson.
  • Warm Water Pools: Our heated indoor pools provide a comfortable and inviting environment for children to learn and play.
  • Positive, Encouraging Atmosphere: We focus on creating a fun and supportive experience that motivates and excites children about learning to swim.
  • Progressive Curriculum: Each lesson is designed to build on the last, ensuring continuous improvement and mastery of swim skills.
  • Expert Instructors: Our highly trained, passionate instructors are dedicated to helping each child succeed, making every class an enjoyable experience.

Who is the Class for?

The class is ideal for children comfortable in the water and who have mastered basic water safety skills. This includes:

  • Children who are ready to develop stronger swimming techniques.
  • Swimmers who need support with breath control and gliding techniques.
  • Little ones who want to start swimming independently.

Our classes are designed for children ages 4-12 and are suitable for swimmers who have completed the Fish level of our curriculum or are otherwise ready for the next step in their swimming journey.

What to Expect

Each Glider Swim Class follows a structured yet fun approach to help your child become more independent in the water. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Warm-Up Activities: Get the body moving with fun games and activities.
  • Skill Building: Master new swimming techniques like gliding, kicking, and floating.
  • Water Safety: Continue reinforcing important water safety skills for overall confidence.
  • Play and Fun: Our classes are designed to be fun, with plenty of play to keep your child engaged and excited about learning.

Enroll Today!

Ready to take the plunge? Goldfish Swim School Carrollton – West Plano offers flexible scheduling and a variety of class times to fit your family’s busy lifestyle. Join us for our class and help your child develop the confidence and skills to swim safely and effectively.

Contact us today to learn more or to enroll in a class!

Glider 1

Glider 1
Congrats! Your child is ready to dive in. Book a lesson with us now.
Age:
4 - 12 years
Adult Participation:
No
Student-to-Teacher Ratio:
4:1
Class length:
30 minutes
Requirements
  • No previous swim lesson or aquatic experience necessary
  • Introduction to the basic skills necessary for swimming
  • Perfect class for nervous students or beginner swimmers
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Glider 2

Glider 2
Congrats! Your child is ready to dive in. Book a lesson with us now.
Age:
4 - 12 years
Adult Participation:
No
Student-to-Teacher Ratio:
4:1
Class length:
30 minutes
Requirements
  • Student is able to roll over for a breath independently
  • Student is able to float on their front and their back for 10 seconds independently
  • Student is able to swim Simple Freestyle 15 feet independently with their face in the water
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Glider 3

Glider 3
Congrats! Your child is ready to dive in. Book a lesson with us now.
Age:
4 - 12 years
Adult Participation:
No
Student-to-Teacher Ratio:
4:1
Class length:
30 minutes
Requirements
  • Student is able to swim Simple Freestyle 25 feet independently with their face in the water
  • Student is able to roll over to breathe independently
  • Student is able to kick on their back for 25 feet
  • Student is able to Tread Water for 30 seconds independently
Need More Information? Contact us

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