Aquatics Programming
Dive into our swim classes, which follow the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim curriculum to teach people to be safe in, on and around the water and eventually become efficient and successful swimmers.
Our program follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim curriculum that teaches aquatic and water safety skills in a logical progression. Throughout the levels, participants build on basic aquatic postures in order to learn various propulsive movements on the front, back and side. The objectives of our program are to teach people to be safe in, on and around the water and eventually become efficient and successful swimmers.
Class times as listed may not be available each session based on participation. Please verify lesson availability by session at the Aquatics or Athletic Desks or online. For level Preschool 1 to Youth 4: You do not need to wait until the end of one session to sign up for the next session.
*On the first day of class, assessments will be made in order to make sure your child is in the correct level. Every student should feel challenged. Students are moved up when they have mastered the skills at their level.
Session 1: September 13-October 31/$105
Session 2: November 1-December 19/$90 (*No classes Thanksgiving Week)
Group Swim Lesson Prerequisites: Assessments are required to enter any level beyond P1 or Y1 or if you are not currently in enrolled in lessons. An assessment will take approximately 5 – 10 minutes. An adult is required to be in the water with any child under the age of 6. No appointment necessary.
Preschool 1: Intro to Water Skills
Ages 3-5 | Class size: 4
Mondays or Wednesdays | 4-4:30 p.m.
P1 is designed to orient young children to the aquatic environment and help them gain confidence in the water. Floating, gliding and blowing bubbles are introduced. All skills are performed with instructor support. Developing water comfort is the primary goal.
Preschool 2: Intro to Independent Water Skills
Ages 3-5 | Class size: 4
Tuesdays or Thursdays | 4 – 4:30 p.m.
In P2, students develop independent forward motion for skills on their front and back. Children continue to explore arm and leg movement. Skills are performed with minimal support from the instructor.
Preschool 3: Elementary Water Skills
Ages 3-5 | Class size: 4
Mondays or Wednesdays | 4:30-5 p.m.
Through guided practice, students are taught to coordinate arm and leg motions with breathing enabling them to perform skills for longer distances and times. All skills are performed independently.
Preschool 4: Fundamental Water Skills
Ages 3-5 | Class size: 4
Tuesdays or Thursdays | 4:30-5 p.m.
Students build on the fundamentals of front crawl with side breathing and backstroke. Students are introduced to the breaststroke and dolphin kick.
Youth 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Ages 6-12 | Class size: 4
Monday or Wednesday | 5-5:30 p.m.
Y1 Introduces simple arm and leg motions, efficient floating and gliding positions, as well as breath control. Focused on teaching students to be independent and comfortable in the water.
Youth 2: Fundamental Water Skills
Ages 6-12 | Class size: 4
Tuesdays or Thursdays | 5-5:30 p.m.
Y2 is the foundation for future stroke development, focusing on changing directions and body position, while swimming greater distances. All skills are performed with independent forward motion and without support.
Youth 3: Stroke Development
Ages 6-12 | Class size: 4
Mondays or Wednesdays | 5:30-6 p.m.
Students build on the fundamentals of front crawl with side breathing and backstroke. Students are introduced to the breaststroke and dolphin kick. Y3 students also learn dives and safe diving rules.
Youth 4: Stroke Improvement
Ages 6-12 | Class size: 4
Tuesdays or Thursdays | 5:30-6 p.m.
Y4 Participants are working toward perfecting all four strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly) practicing shorter distances and working on technique with the goal of being able to swim all four strokes for 25 yards.
Bellevue Club Pre-competition Classes
The focus of pre-competition courses is to refine stroke skills and increase endurance. Participants have perfected all four strokes before entering the course. Participants can also swim all four strokes a minimum of 25 yards and perform side breathing without lifting their head up. The goal is to build endurance in all four strokes.
Pre-comp 1 (beginner)
M/W or Tu/Th | 4-4:30 p.m.
Session 1 | September 13-October 31/$252
Session 2 | November 1-December 19/$216 (*No classes Thanksgiving Week)
Prerequisites | At least 3 sessions of Youth 4 or assessment of equivalent skills
Swimmers will continue to refine all four competitive strokes as well as understand workout sets, intervals and lane swimming etiquette.
Pre-Comp 2 (intermediate)
M/W or Tu/Th | 4:30-5:15 p.m.
Session 1 | September 13-October 31/$308
Session 2 | November 1-December 19/$264 (*No classes Thanksgiving Week)
Prerequisites | at least 3 sessions of Youth 4 or assessment of equivalent skills
Participants can swim 50 to 100 yards without stopping and are working toward a higher level of endurance to prepare for BCST. Workouts focus on drills to refine muscle memory and fine tune stroke coordination. Swimmers will learn to understand and incorporate drills into workouts to further improve performance.
Registration Begins: August 17
Series Dates: August 31–October 3, 2020
Private swim lessons offer the greatest flexibility and one-on-one attention for swimmers of any age and ability. Private swim lessons allow for focused instruction specific to the individual needs of the swimmer. We tailor the instructor to the skill level and goals of the child or children. Contact the Aquatics Coordinator at 425.688.3223 or via email for further information or to register. Online registration is not available at this time.
Single member
- 30 min | $39
- 45 min | $54
- 60 min | $75
Semi-private lesson, 2 people
- 30 min | $27/member
- 45 min | $31/member
- 60 min | $42/member
Semi-private lesson, 3 people
- 30 min | $23/member
- 45 min | $27/member
- 60 min | $33/member
Registration
Registration made easy! Members can register their little ones for any camp or class through the “Reservations” tab on the Members Only site. Registration through the site is easy and confidential. You can also register by contacting Athletic Services at at 425.688.3177 or via email.
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Youth Information Form
After registering for your favorite camps, all participants are required to fill out a Camper Information and Emergency Contact form. Participants that do not fill out this form will be asked to do so before attending any Bellevue Club camps or classes this year.
Screening and Entry Waiver
All members are required to fill out a waiver for re-entry before visiting the Bellevue Club. Follow the link below to fill out the waiver and learn more about entry policies, guidelines and procedures – including our pre-screening questions. Please contact Athletic Services with any questions.
FALL YOUTH PROGRAMS POLICIES & SAFETY
· Bellevue Club programs will follow the Washington State Department of Health guidelines recommended for youth programs.
· Program participants will not be allowed to transfer from one program to another in the same day.
· Staff members will be required to wear face masks or a face shield.
· Participants ages 5 and older are required to wear a face mask at all times, except when participating in exercise programs and activities.
· Participants ages 3 to 5 are encouraged to wear a face mask.
· Participants may use a face shield in lieu of a cloth face mask.
· All activities will be planned to encourage social distancing.
· Staff members and participants will be required to wash their hands with soap and water before camp and often throughout the day.
· Programs longer than two hours will include a lunch break. Please pack a nut-free lunch.
· There will be designated drop-off and pick-up rooms for each camp. We encourage the same parent to pick up and drop off camp participants.
· Hand sanitizer will be available throughout the club as well as in each program.
· Program materials will be separated for each participant and designated for their use throughout the week. There will not be materials used by multiple participants.
· All program participants are required to fill out a waiver for re-entry and emergency contacts with registration.
REGISTRATION FEES: Payment is due at the time of registration and all payments will occur through member accounts. No other forms of payment will be accepted. No prorating of program fees.
CANCELLATIONS: A 7-day cancellation
notice prior to the start of programs is required for a full refund. Late cancellations or no-shows will be charged full price. Services require a 24-hour cancellation. (Cancellations not available online.) Classes that do not meet the minimum number of participants are subject to cancellation
MAKE UP LESSONS: There are no refunds for missed classes. Every effort will be made to offer make up times.
LATE REGISTRATION: Fees will be prorated for late registration only based on space availability.
CHECK IN/CHECK OUT: Parents or Legal Guardian of program participants younger than 12 must check their children in and out of services and programs with the instructor daily
Register online at: members.bellevueclub.com
It’s quick, easy and you receive a confirmation email. You also have the opportunity to review all your family’s classes and camps.
Call Athletic Services at 425.688.3177 or for more detailed information call:
RECREATION 425.688.3102
AQUATICS 425.688.3223
TENNIS 425.688.3174
FITNESS 425.688.3172
Keeping Our Club Safe
Safety is our top priority as we reopen in stages based on the recommendations of local government officials. To ensure the health of our members and team, we will implement enhanced cleaning procedures, clear designations for social distancing, and thoughtful class schedules to provide the safest experience possible. Please follow the link below to learn more about the steps we’re taking to insure member safety.