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SWIM LEVELS

RFSS swim levels are skill-based and designed to support swimmers at every stage of learning — from first water experiences to advanced stroke development. Our instructors prioritize confidence, safety, and individualized progression.

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THE RFSS WAY

swimmers progress through the levels of our program at their pace
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6mo - 3y

PARENT + ME

GROUPS ONLY

• for building comfort + safety in water alongside a trusted caregiver 
• 6 students max per class

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2y - 3y

FADES PARENT + ME

GROUPS ONLY

• designed to fade parent support towards independent swim
• 3 students max per class

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4y - Adult

SPLIT LEVELS 1 + 2

GROUP, SEMI, PRIVATE

• foundational swim skills, lesson structure + independence

​​• 3 students max per class

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5y - Adult

SPLIT LEVELS 1 + 2

GROUP, SEMI, PRIVATE

• floating, kicking, breath control + introductory stroke mechanics
• 4 students max per class

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6y - Adult

SPLIT LEVELS 1 + 2

GROUP, SEMI, PRIVATE

• stroke development + deeper water confidence.
• 5 students max per class

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7y - Adult

COMBINE LEVELS 1 + 2

GROUP, SEMI, PRIVATE

​​• refining technique, endurance + swim starts
​​• self-defined swim goals

​​• 6 students max per class

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Not sure where to begin?

That’s completely normal! Many swimmers fall between levels or progress differently across skills. Use the guide below as a starting point, take the SWIM LEVEL QUIZ or contact our team for personalized placement support.

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QUICK LEVEL FINDER

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WATER ACCLIMATION

“My swimmer is brand new to the water”

  • new to water

  • learning water comfort

  • requires 100% support with all water activities

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WATER CONFIDENCE + FADING PARENT SUPPORT

“My swimmer is nervous without me in the water”

  • nervous in water

  • learning confidence without me

  • can follow 1-step directions in a group

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FOUNDATIONAL SKILLS

“My swimmer is ready for independent lessons”

  • nervous in water

  • learning confidence without me

  • can follow 1-step directions in a group

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BEGINNER SWIM

“My swimmer can float independently”

  • nervous in water

  • learning confidence without me

  • can follow 1-step directions in a group

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STROKE MECHANICS

“My swimmer can swim independently”

  • nervous in water

  • learning confidence without me

  • can follow 1-step directions in a group

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REFINEMENT + ENDURANCE

“My swimmer is advanced”

  • nervous in water

  • learning confidence without me

  • can follow 1-step directions in a group

GROUP & LESSON FORMATS

At Rainbow Fish Swim School, we offer skill-based levels in multiple formats — group (3–6:1), semi-private (2:1), and private (1:1) — each tailored to meet your swimmer’s goals, build confidence + improve comfort in the water.

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Lessons are taught by highly trained instructors with active Red Cross lifeguard certification, who emphasize safety, skill progression, and individualized support. 

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