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  • Age Range: 5 - 12 years
  • Adult Participation: No
  • Student to Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Cadence: Weekly
  • Class Length: 1 hour

Overview

Swimmers refine their technique, build endurance, and develop teamwork while gaining early exposure to a competitive environment through the structured youth swim team at Goldfish Swim School. Serving as the natural next step after advanced swimming lessons, this program helps swimmers continue to develop their skills within a supportive and structured team setting.

Swim Force

Swim Force
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Age:
5 - 12 years
Adult Participation:
No
Student-to-Teacher Ratio:
7:1
Class length:
1 hour
Key Skills Taught
  • Proficient in all four stroke techniques
  • Competitive flip turns and open turns
  • Competitive finishes for all four strokes
  • Prioritizes endurance and technique for competitive swimming
Prerequisites
  • Student is able to complete 4 minutes of continuous swimming
  • Student is able to perform freestyle flip turns
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Starting at $38.75 Per Lesson
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Our Experts, Your Golden Experience

At Goldfish Swim School, we prioritize your family’s safety, progress and experience every step of the way. That’s why we employ passionate experts to drive our team, teach our swimmers, and ensure your family’s swim journey is nothing but exceptional. We provide them with best-in-class training, certifications, and growth opportunities that foster an environment for extraordinary swimmer results. Here’s are the standards you can expect our committed team members to meet and exceed:

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Swim Instructor

  • 7 hours of virtual training and practical application, curated by our Franchise Office curriculum experts
  • 24+ hours of live, in-water training, building expertise through guidance from an experienced, qualified instructor ("Golden Teacher")
  • Passionate about instilling lifelong safety skills to children in their community
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Deck Supervisor

  • Prerequisites: Swim Instructor training and experience, Lifeguard certification and experience
  • 8 hours of virtual training, safety protocol review, and facility action plan education, designed by our Franchise Office safety and curriculum experts
  • 18+ hours of live, experiential learning to ensure concepts and procedures are absorbed and mastered
  • Committed to fostering a safer, supportive environment while providing a Golden Experience for parents and swimmers from start to finish
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Lifeguard

  • 15+ hours of virtual and in-person training through the certifying body Ellis & Associates (U.S.) or The Lifesaving Society (CAN)
  • Pass a skills and written exam proving mastery in aquatic rescues and basic life support, including CPR, AED, and First Aid for adults, children and infants
  • Dedicated to maintaining a safer environment for members and guests both in and out of the pool

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Frequently Asked Questions

At our swim schools, we understand that you may have a lot of questions and we’re here to answer all of them. We want you to trust us to take amazing care of your child and help him or her grow socially, emotionally and intellectually while having a whole lot of fun. We hope that the answers we provide to the following FAQs offer all of the information you need.

What is the difference between swim lessons and a swim team for kids?
Swim lessons focus on learning foundational swimming skills. A swim team like Swim Force emphasizes endurance, teamwork, and performance training while preparing swimmers for organized swim meets.
Do kids need advanced swim skills before joining a competitive swim team?
Yes. Most swimmers entering Swim Force have completed advanced swimming lessons within our program and demonstrate strong stroke mechanics while swimming multiple lengths comfortably.
How often do youth swim teams practice?
Swim Force swimmers typically attend one structured team practice each week, helping them maintain consistent training while balancing school and other activities.
Are swim meets required when joining a swim team?
Quarterly swim meets are part of the Swim Force experience and give swimmers opportunities to apply their training in a supportive team environment.
How competitive is a swim team for kids ages 5-12?
The program introduces children to competitive swimming while focusing on skill development, teamwork, and confidence-building rather than intense competition.

Goldfish Swim Force: Swim Team in Urbandale, IA

Pro Competitive Swimming Lessons in a Swim Team Format for Kids Ages 5 – 12 Years Old in Urbandale, Des Moines, West Des Moines, and the Surrounding Areas

Once your child has mastered our pro swim levels, they will have the exciting opportunity to join our Goldfish Swim Force swim team! This is a fun, friendly team environment where students continue to work on their swim skills, while building character and confidence along the way. Our in-water coaches train and encourage swimmers between the ages of 5 and 12 to master the four major swim strokes. These sessions are one hour, once a week, with a swim meet once per quarter. The recreational swim team is an opportunity to hone skills further and to get a feel for competitive swimming for those in Urbandale, Des Moines, West Des Moines, and surrounding areas who are interested in moving into youth sports.

Swimmers focus on mastering freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly strokes through fun, engaging one-hour weekly practices. With quarterly swim meets, participants get the chance to showcase their progress and enjoy the thrill of friendly competition. Our Goldfish Swim Force: Swim Team class operates in a fun and positive environment to set young swimmers up for success in and out of the pool.

If you’d like to learn more about our competitive swimming lessons and swim team, contact your local swim school in Urbandale, IA to learn more. Or book a swim class quickly and easily online today! Check out our full range of swim lessons to find the best option for your child’s current swimming skill set! 

Building Strength and Confidence

Our swim team in Urbandale isn’t just about improving swim strokes; it’s about developing confidence, resilience, and camaraderie. Guided by our expert in-water coaches, children grow both as athletes and individuals. They learn the importance of setting goals, working as a team, and celebrating achievements, all within a positive and encouraging environment.

Join Urbandale’s Top Swim Team

The Goldfish Swim Force swim team is an excellent next step for kids in Urbandale and nearby areas who are eager to grow as swimmers and individuals. Contact Goldfish Swim School in Urbandale, IA, today to learn more about our swim team or book a swim class quickly and easily online. Let’s create lasting memories in the pool!

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