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Swimming Lessons

Why MVF&H’s Lessons?

  • Private lessons—your child will always receive one-on-one attention.
  • Clean, updated facilities with upgraded equipment.
  • Experienced, high quality instructors.
  • A fun, unique environment that will encourage water safety and quick learning.

Lesson Pricing

Private:

  • $120: 8, 30 minute sessions (member cost)
  • $140: 8, 30 minute sessions (nonmember cost)

Group:

  • Upon request!

Lesson Levels

  • Waterbabies (6months-3 years): Parent is required to be in the water with the child.
  • Tadpole: Get comfortable in the water. Submerge face, front and back float with support, kicking on front and back with support, and entering and exiting the water independently.
  • Guppy: Float on front and back unsupported for 5 seconds, swim on front 5 yards without assistance, swim on back 5 yards without assistance, and retrieve objects under water chest deep.
  • Minnow: Swim in the front crawl for 10 yards, swim in the back crawl for 10 yards, and bob in water over the swimmer’s head.
  • Slick Seal: Deep water bobs, elementary backstroke for 10 yards, front & back crawl for three lengths of the swimming pool, breaststroke & sidestroke kick with kick board
  • Willy Walrus: Front & back crawl for six lengths of the pool, breaststroke & sidestroke for 10 yards, and elementary backstroke for three lengths of the pool.
  • Park Shark: Flip turns, butterfly, long distance front & back crawl, breaststroke, and sidestroke. Tread water for 5 minutes.

Additional Details

  • Other appointment times may be approved upon request.
  • Pre-Lesson questionnaires MUST be completed before a swimmer will be
    allowed into the pool.
  • If swimmer is under 18, A parent is required to be available by phone
    during the lesson. A parent is required to be present and in the pool
    during the “Waterbabies” course.
  • A swimmer’s level will be determined by a combination of age and swim
    ability. Ask an instructor if you have questions.
  • If an appointment must be cancelled, 24 hour notice is required.

Swim Instructor:

Peyton Ennis

Peyton grew up in Sandpoint, Idaho and came to La Grande to pursue a degree in Exercise Science with a focus on Pre-Physical Therapy. Peyton is currently a senior and has been a lifeguard and swim instructor for the past two years. When teaching swim lessons, Peyton’s goal is to help students build the skills and confidence they need to be safe, comfortable, and have fun in the water.

Swim Documents

Swim Questionnaire

Swim Questionnaire

Parental Permission Form

Parental Permission Form

Individual Permission Form

Individual Permission Form