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Dive Into Confidence and Fun with Our Glider Swim Class!

At Goldfish Swim School Flushing, we believe every child deserves the chance to grow their confidence in the water while having fun. Our class is designed to help children between the ages of 4 and 12 develop essential swimming skills in a positive, safe, and supportive environment. Through playful learning, they’ll gain the foundation needed for future success in the water!

What is the Glider Swim Class?

It is the ideal next step for little swimmers ready to start mastering the basics of swimming with more independence. This class is specially crafted to help children:

  • Refine their stroke techniques: Focusing on core skills like flutter kicking, paddling, and breath control.
  • Build confidence in the water: Encouraging children to glide, float, and kick with less assistance.
  • Master water safety skills: Teach children how to respond in various water situations, ensuring they understand essential water safety.

Our instructors are trained to guide swimmers with patience and enthusiasm, making every lesson exciting while fostering a love for the water.

Key Benefits:

  • Improved Coordination: Develop swimming strokes with more precision and power.
  • Water Safety: Learn key safety skills to increase awareness in and around water.
  • Social Skills: Engage with other children, developing teamwork and communication in a group setting.
  • Independence in the Water: Gradually reduce reliance on floatation devices and instructors as kids grow more confident.

Class Features:

  • Age Group: 4 to 12 years old
  • Class Size: Small group setting for more personalized instruction
  • Instructor-Led: Our experienced and certified instructors provide a fun, engaging, and safe learning environment.
  • Positive Reinforcement: Each child is encouraged and celebrated for their progress, big or small.
  • Warm Water Pools: Our facilities are designed with children in mind, with pools heated to the perfect temperature for young swimmers.

Why Choose Goldfish Swim School?

We take pride in providing a safe, nurturing space where children can learn to swim at their own pace. With over a decade of experience in swimming education, we use a proven curriculum built on the core values of Safety, Fun, Caring, and Trust.

Our programs are about more than learning how to swim; they’re about building self-esteem, improving physical fitness, and creating lasting memories.

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Whether you’re looking for a fun way to introduce your child to swimming or want to take their skills to the next level, the Glider Swim Class at Goldfish Swim School Flushing is the perfect choice. Contact us today to reserve a spot, or stop by to learn more about our exciting programs!

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
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