Aurora Wellness Center
Youth Aquatic Programs
The American Red Cross is the leader in aquatics training. You won't find
a more complete program addressing the needs of swimmers of all ages and
levels – from beginner to advanced swimmers.
As always, the Aurora Wellness Center aquatic department follows the
American Red Cross format for all aquatic training. Our instructors maintain
current certifications in Water Safety Instruction, CPR for the Professional
Rescuer, and Standard First Aid. It is our goal to provide you with an
energetic, highly motivating, and safe environment in which your child can
“Learn to Swim."
The link below will take you to a PDF file of the current youth aquatic
programs.
Aurora Wellness Center policies
- Refunds and/or make-up classes will not be offered. Credit will be
issued only on a pro-rated basis if participation ceases due to medical
reasons. A physician's note must be provided to the courtesy counter
within one week of discontinuing the program.
- Participants must bring their own towel.
- Participants of swim club must use the boys' and girls' competitive
locker rooms. Locks are available at the courtesy counter, or you may
use your own. Permanent locks are not permitted.
- Participants must shower before entering pool.
- Parents and children are permitted only in the aquatic area of the
facility. All parents are to observe classes in the Pool Observation
deck located on the main level.
What if I can't attend either of the registration days?
Phone or fax registrations will not be accepted. Registrations are
accepted on a first come, first served basis by submitting a completed
registration form along with payment on registration day. A friend or family
member may bring in the completed registration form along with payment on
registration day between the hours of 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Is there childcare available for non-members of the facility during
lessons?
Yes…Kidz Korner is available to non-members of the Wellness Center. Children
between the ages of 6 months and 12 years are welcome to attend. Cost is
$2.50 per hour, per child. Feel free to check out Kidz Korner during
registration.
What if my child misses a class?
Refunds and/or make-up classes will not be offered. Credit will be
issued only on a pro-rated basis if participation ceases due to medical
reasons. A physician's note must be provided to the courtesy counter within
one week of discontinuing the program. No refunds will be given due to pool
temperature.
What does my child need to bring to their lesson?
Parents and children must bring their own towels. Children who are not
toilet trained must wear a swim diaper or cloth diaper with plastic pants.
Regular disposable diapers are not allowed. Tiebacks for children with long
hair will help them swim without the distraction of hair in the face.
Why is my child asked to shower before entering the pool?
Aurora Wellness Center policy states that showers are required before
entering the pool. This policy is in place for the health and safety of over
200 people who use the pool each day.
Where does my child change for lessons?
Participants of the swimming program must use the boys' and girls'
competitive locker rooms, or the family locker room. Children are not
permitted in the member locker rooms.
What can I do to help my child progress at a faster rate?
A child will not move to the next level until he/she has successfully
demonstrated the skills required in their current level. Please remember
that even though your child may not have advanced to the next level,
instructors will individualize within each class, keeping all children
challenged.
What can you do as a parent? Don't compare children; each child will
progress at a pace that's right for them. Always be understanding and
encouraging. Your child can practice their skills at home, blowing bubbles
during bath time or using “big arms” while watching television. Ask their
instructor for additional skills they can work on at home.
Can I watch my child's lesson?
Parents are invited to stay and watch their child's lesson. All parents are
to observe classes in the Pool Observation area, located on the main level.
Parents and children are permitted only in the aquatic area of the facility.
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