American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Level 2
Level 2 is designed for adults who have completed Level 1 or are ready to build on basic comfort in the water. The focus is on basic movement, floating without support, and growing independence in the water. Our Level 2 sessions are held October-April.
What you'll learn
- Enter and exit the water independently using the ladder, side, or steps
- Glide on your front and back without support
- Float on your front and back without support and recover to standing
- Roll from front to back and back to front
- Swim short distances using arm and leg actions on your front and back
- Explore rhythmic breathing with assistance
- Tread water or float for 15 seconds
- Build independence and confidence in the water
Who should apply
Adults (18+) who have completed Learn-to-Swim Level 1, or who can:
- Enter the water independently
- Submerge your face and blow bubbles
- Float with support on your front and back
- Roll from front to back and back to front
- Show the coordination to tread in shallow water
- Use combined and alternating arm and leg motions on your front and back to move forward
Where it leads
You'll learn to move through the water more independently, combining basic skills with greater control and confidence, and build the foundation for Level 3: Stroke Development.
2026 Tuition
Our tiered tuition offers Early Bird, Standard, and Final Wave rates, plus a limited sliding scale for approved participants, to keep the program accessible and sustainable. Your rate depends on when you enroll relative to your session's start date. Enrollment is monthly.
- Early Bird (due 3 months prior): $140
- Standard (due 2 months prior): $180
- Final Wave (due 1 month prior): $250
- Sliding scale (upon approval): $90–$110, limited to 2 spots per session
All fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
2026-2027 Practice schedule (3 days per week, West Charlotte High School, although locations and times may change with notice)
- Oct–Feb: Tue/Thu 7:30–8:30 PM, Sundays 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
- Mar–May: Tue/Thu 7:00–8:00 PM, Sundays 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
- What to bring to every practice
- Proper swim attire (no resort/beach swimwear or street shorts)
- Well-fitted goggles. Buy these well before class and get used to the fit; it can take a few pairs to find the right ones.
- Properly fitted swim cap. Caps reduce drag and keep hair out of your face, but they won't keep your hair dry. We recommend silicone over latex. Rinsing product out of your hair or wearing a lycra cap underneath helps keep it from sliding off.
- Towel
Good to know
Swimming is strenuous, low-impact exercise that rewards patience, self-discipline, and consistent attendance. Consistent tardiness is not allowed, and students who miss 3 or more consecutive lessons are dismissed from the program without a refund. Medical forms will be sent after you register. No photos, videos, or recordings are allowed in the pool area without prior written consent from management.
Next steps
Submit your application below. Accepted swimmers will hear from the program coach with placement, payment, and schedule details.