"IN - BETWEENER" PROGRAM

The following is a description of some terrific Zodiac programs for students who have completed all Red Cross Levels, yet are not old enough for Leadership courses.

Swim Patrol - Go Further! - A Life Saving Society Program

Swim Patrol is enriched training for kids who are ready to go beyond learn-to-swim. Swim Patrol training puts your child on the path to lifeguarding. Swim Patrol is a 3-level (Rookie, Ranger and Star) pre-Bronze progression where participants can work on content appropriate to their ability, no matter what level they are enrolled in. Content is organized in 3 groups - Water Proficiency, First Aid and Rescue - to be both challenging and fun. Swim Patrol develops swimming strength with emphasis on Water Smart® behaviour. Skill drills enhance capability in the water, good physical conditioning and lifesaving judgment.

Rookie Patrol

Features: timed 100m swim, 350m workouts, swimming in clothes

Ranger Patrol

Features: timed 200m swim, 100m fitness medley and supporting/carrying a 5lb. weight

Star Patrol

Features: timed 300m swim, 600m workouts, lifeguard whistle signals, and airway and bleeding first aid priorities.
Prerequisite(s): Swim Kids Level 10
Class Duration: 60 minutes
Student/Teacher Ratio: 6:1

Bronze Star - A Life Saving Society Program

The pre-Bronze Medallion training standard, BRONZE STAR, is excellent preparation for success in Bronze Medallion. Participants develop problem- solving and decision-making skills individually and in partners. They learn how to keep a cool head and take charge in an emergency. They develop Water Smart® confidence and the lifesaving skills needed to be their own personal lifeguards. Includes a 400m timed swim.
Prerequisite(s): 11 years + and Swim Kids Level 10 or Star Patrol
Class Duration: 60 minutes
Student/Teacher Ratio: 8:1

Zodiac Swim Club

This program is designed to teach competitive swim skills in a "non-competitive" environment. Zodiac swimmers will have the opportunity to experience a team environment. Swimmers will be introduced to competitive skills in a recreational setting. Their overall endurance and swimming skills will be improved throughout the session. Swimmers will learn and improve upon the four competitive strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly). The participants will also be introduced to different training techniques that include racing starts and turns. They will be encouraged to track their personal best times and participate in team relays.
Prerequisite(s): Swim Kids Level 10
Class Duration: 60 minutes
Student/Teacher Ratio: 10:1

Synchro Club A Synchro Swim Ontario Program

This newly redesigned Synchro Swim Ontario program is an amazing alternative aquatic program for those who love swimming, gymnastics and dance led by trained, certified staff.  Zodiac follows the Swim Synchro! six-level graduated skill development program. The focus of this program is on learning fun synchro skills and how to put these skills to music, it supports learn-to-swim programs and brings creativity to the aquatic environment.  From the first class, participants begin linking their swimming and synchro skills together with music creating fun sequences!  As the participants move through the levels, they are challenged with new and more difficult skills and will create more complex sequences and routines.  All new participants will receive a nose clip on their first class.
Prerequisite(s): Swim Kids Level 10
Class Duration: 60 minutes
Student/Teacher Ratio: 10:1

Junior Lifeguard Club (JLC) - A Life Saving Society Program

The JLC is a fun way to learn about the exciting world of lifeguarding. The JLC focuses on fun and developing skills using personal-bests to determine achievement - you don't compete against anyone else but YOURSELF. Skill development will take place in such areas as swimming skills, lifesaving skills, personal fitness, leadership and teamwork. Effort and success are recognized with Recognition Seals when a participant meets personal goals and sets personal bests. Participants will receive a club t-shirt and a Waterlog to track their successes. Participants take part in activities that are similar to those of real lifeguards in a safe, fun and controlled setting.
Prerequisite(s): Swim Kids Level 10
Class Duration: 60 minutes
Student/Teacher Ratio: 10:1

Snorkeling - An Exclusive Zodiac Program

This program is a fun way for children to learn how to safely explore underwater environments. Swimmers will learn how to appropriately care for, don and use a snorkel, mask and fins. They will learn safe snorkeling practices and rescue techniques to use if they encounter problems. Top this off with some fantastic underwater games and you have an underwater adventure waiting to happen!
Required Equipment: Participants must bring their own mask and snorkel
Prerequisite(s): Swim Kids Level 10
Class Duration: 60 minutes
Student/Teacher Ratio: 10:1