Swimming Lessons
Did you know that drowning is one of the leading cause of death from injuries among children? It can happen quickly...sometimes in less than 2 minutes.
At New Milford Fitness & Aquatics Club, we are committed to teaching the water safety skills you and your child need to be safe around water. We offer year round swimming lessons for all age levels, from babies to adults, in our 3’ to 5′ deep 25 yard pool and therapy pool. During our swimming lessons, we teach important water safety skills, like treading water and floating, turning in a circle and swimming to an exit, swimming 25 yards to an exit, exiting the pool without a ladder, and jumping in the water as well as being able to return to the surface after being submerged. Ask us about our Baby & Me, Preschool Aquatics, group, semi-private, and one-on-one private lessons!
Water safety skills can be taught early, even at age 1. Not only can learning to swim teach you how to save your own life, but it can also help you save others’ lives! Did you know that as many as 88% of drownings could be reduced by having swimming lessons by age 4?
That's just one of the many reasons why it's so important for all children to learn how to swim!
All of our instructors are certified, experienced, and are all vetted by our Aquatics Director, Jeanne DiGiacomo, who has over 20 years of experience as a Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard Instructor and USA Swim Coach.
Group Swim Lessons
If you are unsure about which class to sign up for, please call (860) 799-6880. Please note that classes may be cancelled or new classes may be added, due to under-/or over-enrollment in a level. Make-up dates due to a cancellation by NMFAC will be announced. We do not offer make-up dates for personal reasons, such as illness or vacation, during your enrolled session.
*All currently enrolled students will have the option to take advantage of early priority registration one week prior to public registration.
FALL SESSION:
Sept 8 - Oct 25 (7 wk session)
(Registration opens Aug 23)
(Mon class ends 10/20)
WINTER SESSION:
Nov 3 - Dec 20 (6 wk session)
(Registration opens Oct 25)
(No classes Thanksgiving week Nov 24-29)
NEW YEAR SESSION:
Jan 5 - Feb 21 (7 wk session)
(Registration opens Dec 20)
SPRING SESSION:
Mar 2 - Apr 11 (6 wk session)
(Registration opens Feb 21)
(No classes Spring Break week 4/13-4/18)
Apr 20 - June 8 (7 wk session)
(Registration opens April 11)
(No class Memorial Day 5/25, Mon class ends 6/9 due to Memorial Day)
*Please note: A class may be canceled due to low enrollment.
**Make-up dates due to NMFAC cancellations will be announced. Most weather-related cancellations are made up during the week between sessions. We do not offer make-up dates for personal reasons, such as illness or vacation, during your enrolled session.
***SUMMER 3 WEEK SESSIONS REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 28TH***
BABY & ME 4 – 30 MTHS (THERAPY POOL)
Max 8 per class - 45 min class
$100 MEMBER | $120 NON-MEMBER
WATER DEVELOPMENT & DISCOVERY: This is an introductory level development and discovery class to swimming that will help your child adapt to the water in a safe and comfortable environment.
*We are willing to run an additional class on weekdays if we have a waitlist.
MON, WED OR FRI 11:00 - 11:45 AM (Suggested age 4-24 months)
SAT 8:00 - 8:30 AM (Suggested age 4-16 months)
SAT 8:30 - 9:00 AM (Suggested age 4-16 months)
SAT 9:00 - 9:30 AM (Suggested age 18-30 months)
*winter class times subject to change
PARENT & CHILD AQUATICS
2 - 3 1/2 YRS OLD (THERAPY POOL)
Max 8 per class – 30 min class
$130 MEMBER | $160 NON-MEMBER
WATER DISCOVERY & DEVELOPMENT: Together, parent and child will experience a fun and safe environment as we help them gain basic aquatic skills and teach children how to be safe in the water.
*We are willing to add an additional class on weekdays if there is a waitlist.
MON, WED, or FRI 9:00 - 9:30 AM (6 per class)
SAT 9:30 - 10:00 AM (classes may be up to 8, depending on instructor)
SAT 10:00 - 10:30 AM (classes may be up to 8, depending on instructor)
SAT 10:30 - 11:00 AM (classes may be up to 8, depending on instructor)
LEARN TO SWIM 3 YRS - 8 YRS OLD (THERAPY POOL)
30 min class
$130 MEMBER | $160 NON-MEMBER
DEVELOPMENT OF BASIC SKILLS: In levels 1 & 2, children will demonstrate awareness and confidence in water during their early years of learning how to swim. As they progress from Level 1 to Level 2, swimmers will begin to process the fundamentals of swimming; floating back and front, submerging their bodies and beginning forward motion as they gain confidence in the water.
LEVEL 1
MON, WED, OR FRI
9:30 - 10:00 AM Level 1 (ages 3-4)
10:00 - 10:30 AM Advanced Level 1 (ages 5-6)
4:00 - 4:30 PM Level 1 (ages 4-5)
4:30 - 5:00 PM Advanced Level 1 (ages 5-6)
SAT
11:00 - 11:30 AM (ages 3-5)
11:30 - 12:00 PM (ages 3-5)
1:00 - 1:30 PM (ages 4-6)
1:30 - 2:00 PM (ages 4-6)
*Classes may be subject to change due to registration numbers.
LEVEL 2
MON, WED, OR FRI
10:30 - 11:00 AM (ages 3-5)
5:00 - 5:30 PM (ages 6-8)
5:30 - 6:00 PM Advanced Level 2 (half therapy/half lap pool, ages 6-8)
SAT
12:00 - 12:30 PM (ages 4-6)
12:30 - 1:00 PM (ages 4-6)
*Classes may be subject to change due to registration numbers.
INTRO TO BASIC SKILLS 6 YRS - 12 YRS OLD (LAP POOL)
30 min class
$130 MEMBER | $160 NON-MEMBER
INTRODUCTION TO BASIC SWIM STROKES: In levels 2, 3, and 4, children will gain confidence as they continue to improve technique in their basic strokes. As they increase in level, we will introduce the more technical strokes, as they build confidence and endurance.
MON, WED, OR FRI
4:00 - 4:30 PM Level 2 (ages 5-6)
4:30 - 5:00 PM Level 2 (ages 6-8)
5:00 - 5:30 PM Level 3 (ages 6-8)
5:30 - 6:00 PM Level 3/4 (ages 8+)
SAT
9:00 - 9:30 AM (ages 5-6)
9:30 - 10:00 AM (ages 5-6)
10:00 - 10:30 AM (ages 6-8)
SAT
10:30 - 11:00 AM (ages 8+)
BEGINNER LEVEL FOR AGES 8+ (Therapy Pool or Lap Pool)
MON, WED, OR FRI
6:00 - 6:30 PM
*Please note: Classes may be subject to change due to over/under enrollment in a level.
Private or Semi Private Swim Lessons for Children and Adults
4 - 30 MIN SESSION PACKAGES
Private $180 MEMBER | $240 NON-MEMBER
**Semi-Private (50% OFF for the second person within the SAME half hour session)
Instructor will need to determine the level of ability for private sessions.
INDIVIDUAL 30 MIN PRIVATE SESSIONS
MEMBER $70 | NON-MEMBER $85
MEMBERS SEMI-PRIVATE $105 | NON-MEMBERS SEMI-PRIVATE $120
INDIVIDUAL 60 MIN PRIVATE SESSIONS
MEMBER $115 | NON-MEMBER $130
MEMBERS SEMI-PRIVATE $172.5 | NON-MEMBERS SEMI-PRIVATE $190
*We only offer 30 min to 1 hr lessons. Class time is based on pool schedule.
Times TBD with client and instructor.
Remember, swimming lessons aren't just for children. We can teach adults as well!
Swim Trainers
Jeanne DiGiacomo
Jeanne has been the Aquatic/Swim Program Director for 22 years, but in addition to creating our programs, she also continues to teach many classes. Known for years as the USA/NM Parks and Rec Head Swim Coach for the Local Barracudas Swim Team. She is a Developmental Swim Coach and a Certified Water Safety Instructor/Water Aerobics. She is also a Lifeguard Instructor. It's never too late to improve your swimming skills by learning how to swim efficiently.
"Swim lessons are a year-round learning experience. As children grow, they start to process information differently, mentally and physically. So let each child learn at their own pace. You can learn to have fun and love the water."
Rob Nathan
Coach Nathan is a lifelong swimmer and has successfully taught all levels (Beginner, Intermediate, & Advanced) throughout his adult life. Formerly a school counselor & coach of NMHS Boys’ Swimming & Diving team, Coach Nathan was recognized as Connecticut Swim Coaches Association Boys’ High School Coach of the Year (1986, 1987, 1988), the Connecticut Interscholastic Swim Coaches Association (CISCA) Boys’ High School Coach of the Year (1988), CISCA Girls’ Coach of the Year (2001), Connecticut High School Coaches Association Swim Gatorade Swim Coach of the Year (2009), and a national Coach of the Year finalist (one of eight finalists) for the National High School Athletic Coaches Association (2016). Coach Nathan coaches Swim Fit, a program at our Aquatics Center teaching lap swimmers of all abilities how to improve their stroke technique and learn about training methodology. He also teaches private lessons for adults at our pool.
Elizabeth Dalton
Elizabeth Dalton received her Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from Towson University in Towson, Maryland. She holds licenses in CT, NJ, and PA in Occupational Therapy and is a registered therapist by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. For the past 15 years, Liz has developed extensive aquatic experience as well as teaching swim and water safety. Liz is not only available for swim lessons, but also private one-on-one Aquatic Therapy sessions in the warmth of our Therapy pool, perfect for those dealing with post-surgical rehab as well as orthopedic, rheumatologic, and neurological issues, and chronic pain or simply seeking to maintain or rebuild strength and range of motion. You can visit the Aquatic Exercise program tab on our website to learn more.
INTRO TO COMPETITIVE SWIMMING
TUES & THURS 5:00 - 6:00 PM
(ages 6-12)
*Must be able to swim 25 yards of pool and meet levels 3/4 swimming ability. If your child is new to the program, he/she will need to be evaluated. (This is not a swim lesson program). Your child will need to have the basic strokes down, showing consistency in breathing and strokes.
$240 per session - follows the lesson schedule listed above. 20 children max per session / minimum of 12 swimmers necessary in order to run the program.
Competitive swimming is one of the most popular sports in the world. If your child has an interest in competitive swimming, we can help get him/her ready for a swim team. We will work on all 4 competitive strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly), starts and turns, as well as focus on the ethics and the technical aspects that make a competitive swimmer.
Testimonials
"Both of my girls have been swimming at the club since they were toddlers. Ms. Jeanne and her team of teachers are wonderful at everything from coaching the youngest and most resistant swimmer into the water, to helping my oldest refine her strokes. My girls enjoy the classes and look forward to attending. As a parent, I have peace of mind knowing that because of what they've learned at the club, they are safe in and around the water."
~ Dana Bezerra
