
SWIM LESSONS
WEST CHICAGO
630-293-6320
129 W. National Street, West Chicago, IL 60165
CLASS TIME OPTIONS
Minnow & Eel:
Jellyfish, Guppy, & Seahorse:
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9:45am-10:15am
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10:15am-10:45am
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10:50am-11:20am
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10:15am-10:45am
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10:50-11:20am
TURTLE SPLASH WATER PARK
OUTDOOR SWIM LESSONS
Outdoor Group Swim Lessons
The West Chicago Park District offers a great environment for children to learn how to swim, stay safe in the water, and have fun! Group Swim Lessons are designed to provide instruction in a small group setting where children can learn or practice their skills while meeting new friends.

Swimmer's Current Ability
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Non-swimmer
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Requires parent assistance in water
Swimmer Will Work On
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Basic water safety skills
Jellyfish (Tot)
(3-5 yrs)
Minnow
(9mo-2 yrs with Parent)
Guppy (Level 1)
(4-7 yrs)
Seahorse (Level 2)
(5-12 yrs)
Eel (Level 3)
(6-12 yrs)
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Non-swimmer
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Little or no experience in water
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Somewhat comfortable in water without parent
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Entering and exiting water safely
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Front and back float
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Gain confidence in water without parent
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Kicking, bubble blowing, and submersion
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Non-swimmer
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Can Submerge Face in Water
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Comfortable in water without parent
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Front Glide with Kicking - 10 Yards
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Front & Back Float - 15 Seconds
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Jump in 4ft and Swim to Wall
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Jump in Deep End and Swim to Wall
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Front Crawl - 15 Yards
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Backstroke - 15 Yards
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Unsupported Float on Stomach & Back
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Full Submersion in Water
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Kicking with Forward Motion
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Beginner Arm Movements
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Front Crawl - 15 Yards
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Backstroke - 15 Yards
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Treading Water
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Assisted Kick - 25 Yards
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Front Crawl with Breathing - 25 Yards
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Backstroke - 25 Yards
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Introduction to Breaststroke
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Elementary Backstroke - 25 Yards
LEVEL
Outdoor Private Swim Lessons
Private Swim Lessons provide 6 30-minute, personalized, one-on-one instruction tailored to each swimmer’s needs. A customized schedule allows flexibility to accommodate your family's availability. All classes must be completed by August 9, 2025. Available for ages 3-12 years old.
