St. Lawrence Community Recreation Centre

Address: 230 The Esplanade M5A 4J6 Map It
District: Toronto and East York

Announcements

St. Lawrence Community Centre is located in the historic St. Lawrence Neighbourhood of downtown Toronto. The community centre shares its space with Market Lane Public School and the St. Lawrence Community Day Care. It offers a full range of programming for families, children, adults and older adults.

It has a type C fitness facility.

There are two squash courts that are available to reserve by calling the centre.

Special Features

Contact

Phone: 416-392-1347
Accessibility
TTC Information
Hours:
Monday: 6:15 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Tuesday: 6:15 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Wednesday: 6:15 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Thursday: 6:15 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Friday: 6:15 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturday: 8:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Sunday: 8:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Arts

Arts & Crafts - Early Child

Courses offering instruction on a variety of arts and crafts techniques and projects.

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Crafty Creations with Caregiver (3 - 5yrs)

Jan-15-2023 to Mar-12-2023, Sun, 10:15 - 11:15am

Ballet - Child

Introductory and intermediate level courses that teach the basics of correct body alignment and proper ballet technique.

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Dance: Ballet (6 - 12yrs)

Jan-15-2023 to Mar-12-2023, Sun, 1:45 - 2:45pm

Dance - Early Child

Variety of courses offering both dance instruction and basic dance skill development.

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Dance: Creative Movement with Caregiver (2 - 3yrs)

Jan-15-2023 to Mar-12-2023, Sun, 11:45am - 12:30pm

Dance: Ballet (4 - 5yrs)

Jan-15-2023 to Mar-12-2023, Sun, 12:45 - 1:30pm

Dance: Creative Movement with Caregiver (2 - 3yrs)

Jan-15-2023 to Mar-12-2023, Sun, 3 - 3:45pm

Dance - Older Adult

Variety of courses offering both dance instruction and social dancing

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Dance: Ballroom (60yrs and over)

Jan-10-2023 to Mar-07-2023, Tue, 2 - 3pm

Hip Hop - Child

Street and dance club influenced style of jazz dance. Known for its fast and energetic pace, this creative form of dance is often seen in music videos.

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Dance: Hip Hop (6 - 8yrs)

Jan-13-2023 to Mar-10-2023, Fri, 4 - 5pm

Dance: Hip Hop (9 - 12yrs)

Jan-13-2023 to Mar-10-2023, Fri, 5 - 6pm

Piano/Keyboard - Private - All Ages

Private piano/keyboard lessons are instructed to suit participant's skill and ability level.

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Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-10-2023 to Mar-07-2023, Tue, 4 - 4:30pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-10-2023 to Mar-07-2023, Tue, 4:30 - 5pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-10-2023 to Mar-07-2023, Tue, 5 - 5:30pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-10-2023 to Mar-07-2023, Tue, 5:30 - 6pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-10-2023 to Mar-07-2023, Tue, 6 - 6:30pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-10-2023 to Mar-07-2023, Tue, 6:30 - 7pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-10-2023 to Mar-07-2023, Tue, 7 - 7:30pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-11-2023 to Mar-08-2023, Wed, 4 - 4:30pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-11-2023 to Mar-08-2023, Wed, 4:30 - 5pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-11-2023 to Mar-08-2023, Wed, 5 - 5:30pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-11-2023 to Mar-08-2023, Wed, 5:30 - 6pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-11-2023 to Mar-08-2023, Wed, 6 - 6:30pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-11-2023 to Mar-08-2023, Wed, 6:30 - 7pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-11-2023 to Mar-08-2023, Wed, 7 - 7:30pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-12-2023 to Mar-09-2023, Thur, 4 - 4:30pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-12-2023 to Mar-09-2023, Thur, 4:30 - 5pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-12-2023 to Mar-09-2023, Thur, 5 - 5:30pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-12-2023 to Mar-09-2023, Thur, 5:30 - 6pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-12-2023 to Mar-09-2023, Thur, 6 - 6:30pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-12-2023 to Mar-09-2023, Thur, 6:30 - 7pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-12-2023 to Mar-09-2023, Thur, 7 - 7:30pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-15-2023 to Mar-12-2023, Sun, 12 - 12:30pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-15-2023 to Mar-12-2023, Sun, 12:30 - 1pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-15-2023 to Mar-12-2023, Sun, 1 - 1:30pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-15-2023 to Mar-12-2023, Sun, 1:30 - 2pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-15-2023 to Mar-12-2023, Sun, 2 - 2:30pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-15-2023 to Mar-12-2023, Sun, 2:30 - 3pm

Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)

Jan-15-2023 to Mar-12-2023, Sun, 3 - 3:30pm

Visual Arts - Adult

These courses fall within visual arts that may include drawing, painting, and pottery.

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Drawing and Painting (18yrs and over)

Jan-12-2023 to Mar-09-2023, Thur, 6 - 7pm

Visual Arts - Child

These courses, designed for participants between the ages of 6-12, fall within visual arts area that may include drawing, painting, and pottery.

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Drawing and Painting (6 - 8yrs)

Jan-12-2023 to Mar-09-2023, Thur, 4 - 5pm

Drawing and Painting (9 - 12yrs)

Jan-12-2023 to Mar-09-2023, Thur, 5 - 6pm

Visual Arts - Older Adult

These courses, designed for participants over the age of 60, fall within visual arts area that may include drawing, painting, and pottery.

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Drawing and Painting (60yrs and over)

Jan-09-2023 to Mar-13-2023, Mon, 1 - 3pm

Camps

Camp Extended Child

The Extended Hours option provides supervised care before and/or after camp for children registered in City of Toronto, Parks, Forestry and Recreation camp sessions. Extended hours programs have a separate barcode for registration. Refer to the camp program charts for times, fees and locations.

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Extended Hours: AM (6 - 12yrs)

Jul-04-2023 to Jul-07-2023, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 8 - 9am

Extended Hours: PM (6 - 12yrs)

Jul-04-2023 to Jul-07-2023, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 4 - 5pm

Extended Hours: AM (6 - 12yrs)

Jul-10-2023 to Jul-14-2023, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 8 - 9am

Extended Hours: PM (6 - 12yrs)

Jul-10-2023 to Jul-14-2023, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 4 - 5pm

Extended Hours: AM (6 - 12yrs)

Jul-17-2023 to Jul-21-2023, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 8 - 9am

Extended Hours: PM (6 - 12yrs)

Jul-17-2023 to Jul-21-2023, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 4 - 5pm

Extended Hours: AM (6 - 12yrs)

Jul-24-2023 to Jul-28-2023, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 8 - 9am

Extended Hours: PM (6 - 12yrs)

Jul-24-2023 to Jul-28-2023, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 4 - 5pm

Extended Hours: AM (6 - 12yrs)

Jul-31-2023 to Aug-04-2023, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 8 - 9am

Extended Hours: PM (6 - 12yrs)

Jul-31-2023 to Aug-04-2023, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 4 - 5pm

Extended Hours: AM (6 - 12yrs)

Aug-08-2023 to Aug-11-2023, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 8 - 9am

Extended Hours: PM (6 - 12yrs)

Aug-08-2023 to Aug-11-2023, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 4 - 5pm

Extended Hours: AM (6 - 12yrs)

Aug-14-2023 to Aug-18-2023, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 8 - 9am

Extended Hours: PM (6 - 12yrs)

Aug-14-2023 to Aug-18-2023, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 4 - 5pm

Extended Hours: AM (6 - 12yrs)

Aug-21-2023 to Aug-25-2023, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 8 - 9am

Extended Hours: PM (6 - 12yrs)

Aug-21-2023 to Aug-25-2023, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 4 - 5pm

CampTO

CampTO is a fun and creative full-day experience. Participants will enjoy games, arts and crafts, sports and more while making new friends. Water play or Swim days will also be enjoyed, dependent on weather and camp location.

This camp is for 6 to 12 year olds.

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CampTO (6 - 12yrs)

Jul-04-2023 to Jul-07-2023, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm

CampTO (6 - 12yrs)

Jul-10-2023 to Jul-14-2023, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm

CampTO (6 - 12yrs)

Jul-17-2023 to Jul-21-2023, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm

CampTO (6 - 12yrs)

Jul-24-2023 to Jul-28-2023, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm

CampTO (6 - 12yrs)

Jul-31-2023 to Aug-04-2023, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm

CampTO (6 - 12yrs)

Aug-08-2023 to Aug-11-2023, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm

CampTO (6 - 12yrs)

Aug-14-2023 to Aug-18-2023, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm

CampTO (6 - 12yrs)

Aug-21-2023 to Aug-25-2023, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm

Fitness

Tai Chi - Older Adult

Emphasis is on general health and fitness through the development of slow and controlled movements in a fixed sequence. Enjoy the benefits of improved health, relief of stress and the promotion of concentrated relaxation. Various styles are offered.

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Tai Chi - Beginner (60yrs and over)

Jan-12-2023 to Mar-30-2023, Thur, 1:30 - 2:30pm

Yoga - Older Adult

A series of postures promoting flexibility, specific breathing and relaxation techniques, while strengthening and toning muscles. Various styles are offered. Participants are required to bring their own mat.

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Yoga - Beginner (60yrs and over)

Jan-09-2023 to Mar-27-2023, Mon, 10:15 - 11:15am

Yoga - Beginner (60yrs and over)

Jan-13-2023 to Mar-24-2023, Fri, 10:15 - 11:15am

General Interest

Cooking - Child

Cooking programs teach participants the basics of how to measure and combine ingredients while making delicious and nutritious recipes that consider Canada's Food Guide. There is a variety of interest-specific cooking courses available that focus on a particular technique such as baking or recipes from a specific culture. The City of Toronto and its staff cannot guarantee that the foods or supplies within its cooking programs is free of allergens. Notify staff at your cooking program location of any food allergens or dietary restrictions.

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Cooking (6 - 12yrs)

Jan-13-2023 to Mar-10-2023, Fri, 4 - 6pm

General Interest - Child

An opportunity to interact and socialize with other participants through a variety of activities and interests.

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Science (6 - 12yrs)

Jan-09-2023 to Mar-13-2023, Mon, 4 - 5pm

Sports

Martial Arts - Child

Variety of martial arts courses from beginner to advanced levels including Tae Kwon Do and Karate.

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Martial Arts (6 - 12yrs)

Jan-12-2023 to Mar-09-2023, Thur, 4 - 5pm

Martial Arts (6 - 12yrs)

Jan-12-2023 to Mar-09-2023, Thur, 5 - 6pm

Soccer - Child

Instructional Soccer programs provide participants an opportunity to further develop their Soccer skill(s) in a structured instructional setting. Each week will be taught under the guidance and co-ordination of our highly trained Sport instructors.

Recreational Soccer programs provide an opportunity for participants to secure their space in a weekly Soccer program focusing specifically on scrimmage style games. Participants will play with the same group of people each week. This program will offer no instruction, but will be supervised by staff to help co-ordinate equal play.

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Soccer: Instructional (6 - 8yrs)

Jan-11-2023 to Mar-08-2023, Wed, 4 - 5pm

Soccer: Instructional (9 - 12yrs)

Jan-11-2023 to Mar-08-2023, Wed, 5 - 6pm

Sports - Child

A mix of instructional programs to learn, practice and play physical activities and/or athletic skills.

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Floor Hockey: Instructional (6 - 12yrs)

Jan-09-2023 to Mar-06-2023, Mon, 4:30 - 5:30pm

Swimming

Bronze Medallion & Emergency First Aid (CPR B)

This course is offered with the Lifesaving Society and is generally offered in an intensive weekend format. The Bronze Medallion component teaches how to manage complex water rescues through the development of physical fitness and judgment skills. Candidates must be able to swim 400 metres in 12 minutes or less by the course exam date. The Emergency First Aid (CPR-B) component teaches victim assessment, CPR and choking, and first aid treatment of external bleeding, heart attack, stroke and wound and burns.

Prerequisite: Minimum age 13 years old or Bronze Star. Candidates with Bronze Star, that are under 13 years of age, can register for this course by calling 416-396-7378 or visiting an in-person registration site.

For information about attendance, withdrawals and refunds for courses offered with the Lifesaving Society, visit www.toronto.ca/recskills

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Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid (CPR B) (13yrs and over)

Apr-14-2023 to Apr-16-2023, Sun, Fri, Sat, 5 - 9:30pm

Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid (CPR B) (13yrs and over)

Nov-03-2023 to Nov-05-2023, Sun, Fri, Sat, 5 - 9:30pm

Guardian Swim 1

Program designed to promote comfort and safety in the water for the caregiver and child. Introduction to entries & exits, submersion & breath control, and basic floats with assistance. One child per caregiver.

Prerequisite: None

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Guardian Swim 1 (6mths - 5yrs)

Jan-10-2023 to Mar-07-2023, Tue, 5 - 5:30pm

Guardian Swim 1 (6mths - 5yrs)

Jan-10-2023 to Mar-07-2023, Tue, 5 - 5:30pm

Guardian Swim 1 (6mths - 5yrs)

Jan-14-2023 to Mar-11-2023, Sat, 10 - 10:30am

Guardian Swim 1 (6mths - 5yrs)

Jan-14-2023 to Mar-11-2023, Sat, 11 - 11:30am

Guardian Swim 2

Program designed to promote comfort and safety in the water for the caregiver and child. Development of front float, back float and surface support. Introduction to front and back glide and submersion. One child per caregiver.

Prerequisite: Successful completion or skill ability equal to Guardian Swim 1.

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Guardian Swim 2 (6mths - 5yrs)

Jan-14-2023 to Mar-11-2023, Sat, 10 - 10:30am

Guardian Swim 2 (6mths - 5yrs)

Jan-14-2023 to Mar-11-2023, Sat, 11 - 11:30am

Guardian Swim 3

Program designed to promote comfort and safety in the water for the caregiver and child. Development of all skills unassisted. Introduction to front swim with basic arm action and jump into the water with personal flotation device (PFD). One child per caregiver.

Prerequisite: Successful completion or skill ability equal to Guardian Swim 2.

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Guardian Swim 3 (6mths - 5yrs)

Jan-14-2023 to Mar-11-2023, Sat, 10 - 10:30am

National Lifeguard - Pool

This course is offered with the Lifesaving Society. National Lifeguard - Pool will provide candidates with the knowledge needed to perform a rescue and the mindset to prevent incidences. Candidates will learn sound understanding of lifeguarding principles, good judgement and mature attitude toward the role of the lifeguard in a pool setting, importance of teamwork, leadership and communications, and prevention of accidents and treatment of medical emergencies.

Prerequisite (current or expired): Minimum age 15 years old, Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid with CRP-C from an approved provider.

For information about attendance, withdrawals and refunds for courses offered with the Lifesaving Society, visit www.toronto.ca/recskills

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National Lifeguard: Pool (15yrs and over)

Mar-13-2023 to Mar-17-2023, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9:30am - 6pm

National Lifeguard: Pool (15yrs and over)

Dec-27-2023 to Dec-31-2023, Sun, Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat, 9am - 6:30pm

Preschool Swim 1: Penguin

Introduction to entries & exits, submersion & breath control, and basic floats with assistance.

Prerequisite: None

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Preschool Swim 1: Penguin (3 - 5yrs)

Jan-14-2023 to Mar-11-2023, Sat, 11:30am - 12pm

Preschool Swim 1: Penguin (3 - 5yrs)

Jan-14-2023 to Mar-11-2023, Sat, 11:30am - 12pm

Preschool Swim 2: Stingray

Development of entries & exits, bobbing and floats without assistance. Introduction to front swim. Continuous swim three metres.

Prerequisite: Successful completion or skill ability equal to Preschool Swim 1 or Guardian Swim 3.

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Preschool Swim 2: Stingray (3 - 5yrs)

Jan-10-2023 to Mar-07-2023, Tue, 6:30 - 7pm

Preschool Swim 2: Stingray (3 - 5yrs)

Jan-14-2023 to Mar-11-2023, Sat, 9:30 - 10am

Preschool Swim 3: Otter

Development of front swim and back swim. Introduction to side glides, sculling and deep water. Continuous swim of five metres.

Prerequisite: Successful completion or skill ability equal to Preschool Swim 2.

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Preschool Swim 3: Otter (3 - 5yrs)

Jan-10-2023 to Mar-07-2023, Tue, 6:30 - 7pm

Preschool Swim 3: Otter (3 - 5yrs)

Jan-14-2023 to Mar-11-2023, Sat, 9:30 - 10am

SPLASH Swim Team

Swimmers are encouraged to expand their swimming skills by practicing their strokes in a team-based environment and showcasing their skills in a competitive setting during swim meets.

Prerequisite: Must be able to swim at least two continuous pool lengths (e.g. 50 metres) unassisted.

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SPLASH Swim Team (5 - 17yrs)

Jan-09-2023 to Mar-13-2023, Mon, Fri, 4:30 - 5:30pm

Swim and Lifesaving Instructor

This course is offered with the Lifesaving Society. Candidates will learn to organize, plan, teach and evaluate lifesaving and first aid skills. Candidates will work to develop skills in the area of class management, teaching, evaluation, leadership, communication and administration. With the successful completion of this course candidates will be qualified to instruct the Toronto Learn to Swim program or the Lifesaving Society Swim for Life program.

Prerequisite (current or expired): Minimum age 15 years old and Bronze Cross

For information about attendance, withdrawals and refunds for courses offered with the Lifesaving Society, visit www.toronto.ca/recskills

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Swim and Lifesaving Instructor (15yrs and over)

Jun-26-2023 to Jun-30-2023, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9:30am - 6pm

Swim and Lifesaving Instructor (15yrs and over)

Aug-28-2023 to Sep-01-2023, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9:30am - 6pm

Ultra Swim 1

Introduction to entries & exits, submersion & breath control, and basic floats with assistance.

Prerequisite: None

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Ultra Swim 1 (5 - 16yrs)

Jan-10-2023 to Mar-07-2023, Tue, 7 - 7:30pm

Ultra Swim 1 (5 - 16yrs)

Jan-14-2023 to Mar-11-2023, Sat, 10:30 - 11am

Ultra Swim 2

Development of front swim, back kick and glides. Introduction to deep water, surface support, side glide and kicking. Continuous swim of 5 metres.

Prerequisite: Successful completion or skill ability equal to Ultra Swim 1 or Preschool Swim 3.

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Ultra Swim 2 (5 - 16yrs)

Jan-10-2023 to Mar-07-2023, Tue, 7 - 7:30pm

Ultra Swim 2 (5 - 16yrs)

Jan-14-2023 to Mar-11-2023, Sat, 10:30 - 11am

Ultra Swim 3

Development of surface support, side glide and kicking. Introduction to front crawl, diving and back swim. Continuous swim of 10 metres.

Prerequisite: Successful completion or skill ability equal to Ultra Swim 2 or Preschool Swim 4.

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Ultra Swim 3 (5 - 16yrs)

Jan-10-2023 to Mar-07-2023, Tue, 4:30 - 5pm

Ultra Swim 4

Development of front crawl and treading water. Introduction to side breathing, somersault, whip-kick and forward roll. Continuous swim of 25 metres.

Prerequisite: Successful completion or skill ability equal to Ultra Swim 3.

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Ultra Swim 4 (5yrs and over)

Jan-10-2023 to Mar-07-2023, Tue, 4:30 - 5pm

Ultra Swim 4 (5yrs and over)

Jan-14-2023 to Mar-11-2023, Sat, 9 - 9:30am

Ultra Swim 5

Development of front dive, forward roll and front crawl. Introduction to back crawl, eggbeater kick and elementary backstroke arms. Continuous swim of 75 metres.

Prerequisite: Successful completion or skill ability equal to Ultra Swim 4.

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Ultra Swim 5 (5 - 18yrs)

Jan-14-2023 to Mar-11-2023, Sat, 9 - 9:30am

Ultra Swim 6

Development of front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke and eggbeater. Introduction to stride entries, surface dives, breaststroke and interval training. Continuous swim of 150 metres.

Prerequisite: Successful completion or skill ability equal to Ultra Swim 5.

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Ultra Swim 6 (5 - 18yrs)

Jan-10-2023 to Feb-28-2023, Tue, 5:30 - 6:15pm

Ultra Swim 7

Development of surface dives, eggbeater, front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke and breaststroke. Introduction to shallow dive into deep water and clothed treading water. Continuous swim of 200 metres.

Prerequisite: Successful completion or skill ability equal to Ultra Swim 6.

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Ultra Swim 7 (5 - 18yrs)

Jan-10-2023 to Feb-28-2023, Tue, 5:30 - 6:15pm

Ultra Swim 8

Development of surface dives with underwater swim, object support and all strokes. Continuous swim of 300 metres.

Prerequisite: Successful completion or skill ability equal to Ultra Swim 7.

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Ultra Swim 8 (5 - 18yrs)

Jan-10-2023 to Mar-07-2023, Tue, 5:30 - 6:30pm

Ultra Swim 9

Development of non-contact rescues and stroke improvement. Introduction of stride jump. Continuous swim of 400 metres.

Prerequisite: Successful completion or skill ability equal to Ultra Swim 8.

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Ultra Swim 9 (5 - 18yrs)

Jan-10-2023 to Mar-07-2023, Tue, 5:30 - 6:30pm