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As an affiliate of the Lifesaving Society, GTA Swim's instructional program for children 5 years and older begins with the Lifesaving Society's Swimmer Program. We stress lots of in-water practice to develop solid swimming strokes and skills and incorporate the Lifesaving Society's Water Smart® education in all levels.

These beginners will become comfortable jumping into water with and without a lifejacket. They'll learn to open their eyes, exhale and hold their breath underwater. They'll work on floats, glides and kicking through the water on their front and back.

These advanced beginners will jump into deeper water, and learn to be comfortable falling sideways into the water wearing a lifejacket. They'll be able to support themselves at the surface without an aid, learn whip kick, swim 10 m on their front and back, and be introduced to flutter kick interval training (4 x 5 m).