Preschool Aquatics Level 2 continues laying the foundation for developing water competency and further skill development. This level marks the beginning of independent aquatic locomotion skills. Children continue to explore using simultaneous and alternating arm and leg actions on the front and back to gain greater proficiency in preparing for performing strokes. Level 2 skills may be performed with assistance.
• Enter water by stepping in from a deck or low height
• Exit water using ladder, steps or side
• Bobbing
• Open eyes under water and retrieve submerged objects
• Front glide and recover to a vertical position
• Front float
• Back glide and recover to a vertical position
• Back float
• Roll from front to back and back to front
• Tread water using arm and leg actions
• Combined arm and leg actions on front
• Finning arm action non back
• Combined arm and leg actions on back
• Water Safety Topics
ELL
Interpreter not provided. Bilingual staff are assigned to sites located in areas with high non-english speakers.
Special Needs
Many of our programs are open to youth with developmental disabilities, and their peers. Staff is experienced, welcoming, and ready to plunge into a summer of learning and adventure. Join us for swimming, community outings, exciting summer activities, and more! Contact us for more information.
Some specific camps include:
- Teen Inclusion Camp at Mosswood Recreation Center; 3612 Webster Street // (510) 597-5038; Ages 12-17
- Inclusion Camps at Dimond Recreation Center; 3860 Hanly Road // (510) 482-7831; Ages 4.5 - 12
Deals
Scholarships provided to Oakland residents. Please contact us for sliding scale pricing. Submit completed scholarship form https://www.oaklandca.gov/documents/opryd-registration-forms to your local recreation center.