What swims better, an otter or a shark?

I don't know, and you probably don't either.
At ZPSS, we separate our classes by age and comfort.
No random animal levels - just categories you can actually figure out.

Parent/Child

3m - 3 years

Perfect for new swimmers, Parent/Child classes are designed to introduce little ones to the pool in a playful and supportive environment, while also sharing appropriate developmental expectations, common holds and activities, and knowledge on how the body works in the water with the parents. While this isn’t a swim lesson for your baby, your child will begin to get accustomed to the sensory experience of being in the water with you, being near the instructors, and build the foundational comfort and confidence they’ll need when their brain is ready to learn to swim in the future. Come explore the water with the support of our knowledgeable and fun instructors!

Penguin Play Session

3-4 years

Perfect for preschoolers, Penguin Play Session is a fun, water-based class designed to introduce little ones to the pool in a playful and supportive environment. While this isn’t a swim lesson, your child will explore being in the water and build comfort through instructor-supported play. At this developmental stage, kids aren’t quite ready to learn formal swimming skills, but they’ll work on foundational water abilities like floating, relaxing, and basic movement in the water. Building confidence in themselves, their instructors, and the water is key to giving them the skills they’ll need when they’re ready to learn to swim in the future. This session is all about splashing, laughing, and having fun!

First steps

4-12 years

These classes focus on comfort in the water and basic safety skills without a parent in the water. If your kiddo is scared of the water or not cool putting their face in, this is the class for them!

Beginner

4-12 years

For kids who are comfortable putting their face in, but cannot backfloat unassisted. If your kiddo is comfortable in the water and ready to learn the basics of swimming, this is the class for them!

Intermediate

6-18

For kids who are comfortable going under and can backfloat on their own, but aren't quite swimming across the pool. We're going to build on their foundation, increase their confidence and begin putting strokes together.

Advanced

6-18

This class is for students who can swim a crawl stroke across the pool. Swimmers that are ready to refine their swimming and learn all 4 strokes. This class is perfect for kids getting ready to crush it on a swim team!

Adult

18+

It's never too late to learn! Adult classes are tailored to you - no matter where you are in your journey with the water.

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