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Swim & Scuba Classes


 

SWIM SPECIALTY CLASSES

SWIM SPECIALTY & SCUBA DIVING CLASSES
 Spring 2013 February 4-April 21

Swim & Scuba classes are currently in session. Information regarding summer program offerings will be available in June.

Please note: purchasing specialty classes does not give you facility access.  You must have recreation facility membership in order to participate.  Please contact the ticket office (617) 495-2211 or http://recreation.gocrimson.com to purchase facility access.


 

 
CLASS FEES:


Type


45 min classes


60 min classes


75 min classes


SCUBA


Student

$64

$84

$104
  

Non-Student

$82

$108

$136
  

All participants
      
$275

 

Classes at Blodgett Pool

Building Speed and Endurance in Freestyle:  Section I  (75 min class): SOLD OUT
This fun and challenging workout class is designed to introduce the swimmer to drills and swim sets that will build efficient strokes, speed and endurance.  Fins are recommended (instructor will advise).  Maximum participants: 12.
Mondays, 8:30-9:45pm
February 4, 11, 25; March  4, 11, 25; April 1, 8.  No class on February 18 or March 18

SEAL Swim Training (60 min class)

This workout class will challenge you to master combat side stroke, freestyle, and body dolphin.  Fins are required (instructor will advise).   
Mondays, 10:00-11:00pm
February 5, 11, 18, 25; March 4, 11, 25; April 1. No class on March 18.

Classes at the Malkin Pool

Intermediate Swim  (60 min class) SOLD OUT!
This fun class is for swimmers with basic strokes and deep water comfort.  Drills and swim sets will help refine your strokes. Fins are recommended (instructor will advise).   Maximum participants:  8.
Thursdays, 6-7am    (Please note, MORNING time!)
February 7, 14, 21, 28; March 7, 14, 28; April 4.  No class on March 21.

I.M. (Individual Medley) Swimming in the A.M.:  (60 min class)  Enjoy a fitness swim workout while showcasing your competetive strokes with Individual Medley swimming: Butterfly, Backstroke, Breaststroke and Freestyle.  Learn innovative drills and training techniques to wake up your swim regimen and start the day off strong! (Must be able to swim 100 yards free, 50 yards backstroke, 50 yards breaststroke.  No butterfly experience required.) 

SECTION 1:  Tuesdays 6-7am (Please note MORNING time!)  CANCELED
February 5, 12, 19, 26; March 5, 12, 26; April 2.  No class on March 19.

 
SECTION 2:  Thursdays 6-7am (Please note MORNING time!) Register here CANCELED
February 7, 14, 21, 28; March 7, 14, 28; April 4.  No class on March 21.

Treading Water/Introduction to Freestyle: Section I  (60 min class): SOLD OUT
The principal objective of this fun class is to help participants pass the Harvard University Swim Test (100 yds).  Participants will gain confidence in their ability to float and survive in deep water by mastering skills first in shallow water.  Once comfort is achieved, we will start our stroke work with freestyle. Fins are recommended (instructor will advise).   Maximum participants:  8.
Saturdays, 1:00-2:00pm   
February 9, 16, 23; March 2, 9, 30; April 6, 13.  No class on March 16 and March 23.

Flip Turn Fundamentals:  (60 min class) This fun class focuses on teaching swimmers a simple step-by-step process to efficient and elegant flip turns for freestyle and backstroke.   The swimming level expected of participants is “intermediate.”  Fins are recommended (instructor will advise). Maximum participants: 10.
Saturdays, 3:45-4:45pm
February 9, 16, 23; March 2, 9, 30; April 6, 13.  No class on March 16 and March 23.

Triathlon Swim for Beginners:  (60 min class) If you are thinking of signing up for your first triathlon, this fun and challenging workout class is for you.  We will cover swim training fundamentals, proper stroke technique, building stamina and speed evenly, injury prevention, key race day strategies, transitions, drafting, and sighting. Maximum participants: 12.
Saturdays, 1:30-2:30pm
February 9, 16, 23; March 2, 9, 30; April 6, 13.  No class on March 16 and March 23.

Triathlon Swim for Intermediate Swimmers:  (60 min class) combined into beginner class
Pre-race prep is essential for distance swimming. This class is designed to breathe life back into those workouts and get you into great shape for your next triathlon. You will learn to be more competitive with special attention given to time/split work, efficient movement in the water, strategies for pack swimming, proper refueling and injury prevention. Isn’t it time to start thinking about your next Tri?
Maximum participants: 12.
Saturdays, 2:30-3:30pm
February 9, 16, 23; March 2, 9, 30; April 6, 13.  No class on March 16 and March 23.

Intermediate Swim: The Longer Workout: Section I  (75 min class) This fun swim workout class is for swimmers with basic strokes and deep water comfort.  Drills and swim sets will help refine your strokes. Fins are recommended (instructor will advise).   Maximum participants:  10.
Saturdays, 2:30-3:45pm
February 9, 16, 23; March 2, 9, 30; April 6, 13.  No class on March 16 and March 23.

Focus on Breaststroke (60 min class)

This fun class is for swimmers with rudimentary strokes and deep water comfort.  Drills and swim sets will help refine your breast stroke.  We will also learn starts and turns (the pull out).   Maximum participants:  8.
Sundays, 1:00-2:00pm
February 10, 17, 24; March 3, 10, 31; April 7, 14.  No class on March 17 or March 24.

Intermediate Swim: The Longer Workout: Section II  (75 min class): SOLD OUT!
This fun swim workout class is for swimmers with basic strokes and deep water comfort.  Drills and swim sets will help refine your strokes. Fins are recommended (instructor will advise).   Maximum participants:  10.
Sundays, 2:00-3:15pm
February 10, 17, 24; March 3, 10, 31; April 7, 14.  No class on March 17 or March 24.

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SCUBA DIVING CLASSES AT THE MAC  SOLD OUT!
Classroom and pool portion of SDI Open Water SCUBA certification. Course materials supplied.  Class meets on Tuesdays, February 12- April 9th (no class March 19), 6:00-10:00pm at the Malkin Athletic Center. February 12 will include a 200 yard swim in swim suit only.  On February 19, you will enjoy your first SCUBA in the pool.  All equipment will be supplied for the pool. Cost is $275.00 per person.  Register online.  Direct all questions to Instructor Alan Budreau at alan.budreau@gmail.com or by phone at 781-724-8746.