• Level 3 — Stroke Development

    Please read and complete this registration carefully. We do not have the capacity to conduct follow ups on incomplete or incorrect applications.

  • American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Level 3

    Level 3 focuses on building swimming skills in deep water and introducing coordinated strokes, with an emphasis on safety, endurance, and independence.

    What you'll learn

    • Jump into deep water from the side
    • Perform headfirst entries from a seated or kneeling position
    • Bob with rhythmic breathing while moving toward safety
    • Float on your front and back for extended periods without support
    • Swim coordinated front crawl and elementary backstroke for 15 yards
    • Practice scissor and dolphin kicks
    • Tread water for 30 seconds
    • Build endurance through longer swim distances

    Who should apply

    Adults (18+) who have completed Learn-to-Swim Level 2, or who can:

    • Float independently on front and back
    • Roll between front and back
    • Swim basic front crawl and backstroke with support
    • Jump into chest-deep water
    • Tread in chest-deep water
    • Demonstrate front, jellyfish, and tuck floats
    • Recover from a horizontal swim to a vertical standing position

    Where it leads

    Graduates leave with more stamina, confidence in deep water, and the foundational stroke skills to move on to Level 4: Stroke Improvement.

    Tuition (monthly)

    • 2 days per week with Coach's permission: $55
    • Unlimited practices: $65 (autodraft available)
    • All fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

    Practice schedule (all at West Charlotte High School; times may change with notice)

    • Feb–Jun: Mon/Wed 7:00–8:00 PM, Sundays 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
    • Jul–Sep: Mon/Wed 6:00–7:00 PM, Sunday times TBA
    • Oct–Jan: Tue/Thu 7:30–8:30 PM, Sundays 11:00 AM–12:00 PM

    What to bring to every practice

    • Proper swim attire
    • Well-fitted goggles
    • Swim cap
    • Kickboard
    • Towel
    • Water (we recommend skipping sugary sports drinks)

    Good to know

    Swimming is strenuous, low-impact exercise that rewards patience, self-discipline, and consistent attendance. 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.

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  • This program is for adults 18 years and older. Are you over 18?*
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  • Let's talk about your swimming abilities and goals

  • Evolutionary Aquatics is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Tax ID: 86-2312803).

    https://www.evolutionaryaquatics.org/

    Our outfitters:

    • Q Swimwear: team swimwear (check the sizing guide for the right fit)
    • SwimOutlet: team store for fins, kickboards, snorkels, and more
    • Julia's Kreations: dryland and team merch
    • Snake and Pig: goggles, use code EAMM for 10% off

    Thank you to our outfitters for helping keep our programs accessible.

    We are a grant-based organization and occasionally submit photos and videos to our funders and use them on social media to promote our programs. By submitting this application, you give us permission to use photos you may appear in for these purposes only, free of charge.

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