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Aqua Aerobics

Course Description Water exercise is a fun way to work out! Participants will be led through a fun and energizing workout that can be modified at any point. Students will use equipment like noodles and hand-held buoys to do muscle strengthening movements in the water. The resistance of water offers exercise that can be gentle on the body but still as intense as exercising on land. This class is a perfect way to cross train, get an intense workout, or simply get some movement in for the day! Logistics The class location is at Summit Middle School Pool. Enter through door #20 and turn to the right to enter the pool area. Meet the instructor under the scoreboard prior to class. Students should bring a water bottle, a towel, water shoes (optional), and swim suit to class. All students must shower off prior to entering the pool. Instructor Tammy Robinson Please contact Olivia Stephenson, Aquatics Coordinator with any questions at olivia.stephenson@johnston.k12.ia.us

Mon/Wed, Jun 2 - Jun 30

7:35 - 8:20 PM

Min Age

15 yr.

Mon/Wed, Jul 7 - Jul 30

7:35 - 8:20 PM

Min Age

15 yr.

Mon/Wed, Aug 4 - Aug 27

Introduction to Competitive Swimming

Course Description The Introduction to Competitive Swimming course bridges the gap between swimming lessons and competitive swim team. This class will teach the finer points of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly, flip turns, and racing starts. Each class will focus on one or two skills per class to help students learn the skills needed for competitive swimming. Swimmers should come into the class being able to swim a minimum of 25 yards freestyle, 25 yards backstroke, and be comfortable in deep water. If parents are not sure their child is ready, please contact the Aquatics Coordinator to set up an evaluation prior to attending class. At the end of the class, the instructors will evaluate each student to determine if they are ready for swim team. Students may require multiple rounds of the class in order to be ready for swim team. Logistics Class is at Summit Middle School Pool. Enter through door #20 and the pool area is to the right. Bring goggles that do not cover the nose, a water bottle, competitive style swim suit, towel, and an optional swim cap. Swimmers will meet under the scoreboard while parents should observe the class from the stands. Instructor Instructor: Summit Pool Staff Please contact Olivia Stephenson, Aquatics Coordinator to set up an evaluation if needed or ask questions at olivia.stephenson@johnston.k12.ia.us.

Mon/Wed, Jun 2 - Jun 25

8:30 - 9:15 AM

Ages	6 yr. - 15 yr. ^{11 m}

Tue/Thu, Jun 3 - Jun 26

7:00 - 7:45 PM

Ages	6 yr. - 15 yr. ^{11 m}

Mon/Wed, Jul 7 - Jul 30

8:30 - 9:15 AM

Ages	6 yr. - 15 yr. ^{11 m}

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Junior Lifeguarding

Course Description: Dive into a summer adventure with the Junior Lifeguarding camp at Summit Middle School Pool! This program is designed for future lifeguards eager to learn essential water safety and lifesaving skills. Participants will engage in a variety of fun and challenging activities that will not only boost their confidence in the water but also prepare them for future lifeguarding certification classes when they turn 15. Throughout the camp, junior lifeguards will master basic rescue techniques, improve their swimming abilities, and gain a deeper understanding of water safety protocols. While they won't receive a lifeguarding certification at the end of the camp, they will leave with invaluable skills and knowledge that will set them up for success in future. In order to participate fully in the class, students should be prepared to swim a water competency sequence of swimming and treading plus a 25yd front crawl and a 25yd breaststroke. Logistics: Enter Summit Pool through door #20. Bring light snacks, two towels, water bottle, sack lunch, flip flops, and two swim suits. Students should also have warm clothing to put on during the class as needed. Students will not receive a lifeguard certificate as a result of this class. Instructor: Olivia Stephenson

Mon-Thu, Jun 30 - Jul 3

9:00 AM - 4:45 PM

Summit Middle School

Ages	11 yr. - 14 yr. ^{11 m}

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Lap Swim

Course Descriptions Participants can enjoy lap swimming, water walking, or self-guided exercise in Summit pool. Swimmers must stay in a designated lap swim lane and be prepared to share a lane if needed. Participants must be able to swim full lengths of the pool repetitively to participate. Participants can choose to pay a daily fee of $5 cash only per time OR register for a $90 season pass good for June-August 2025. Daily participants will need to sign the waiver before entering the pool each day. Logistics Location of lap swim is at Summit Middle School Pool. Summit Pool is located at 9500 Windsor Parkway Johnston IA 50131. Enter through door #20 and turn to the right to enter the pool area. Swimmers should bring their own equipment such as goggles, swim cap, towels, and water bottles. Lap swimmers may use noodles, kickboards, and pull buoys. The pool will be shared with swimming lessons, so please use only the designated lap swim lanes. There will be a manager and a lifeguard on duty. Bring your own swim suit, goggles, water bottle, and towel. Do not bring in glass bottles, glass containers, or glass goggles. All swimmers must shower off before entering the pool. Instructor Please contact Olivia Stephenson at olivia.stephenson@johnston.k12.ia.us for questions.

Sun/Sat, Jun 7 - Aug 31

1:00 - 4:00 PM

Summit Middle School

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Level 1 Group Swimming Lessons

Course Description Level 1 introduces swimmers to basic water skills for children 5 to 7 years old in order to build a foundation for more advanced skills in other levels. Students will learn kicking, gliding, floating, submerging under water, arm action on the front and back. It is common for children to have to repeat level 1 in order to do the skills successfully. Logistics The class location is at Summit Middle School Pool. Enter through door #20 and turn to the right to enter the pool area. Parents should sit with their student in the bleachers until their name is called by the instructor. The instructor will walk the students to the class area. Parents should remain int he bleachers to watch the class. Students should bring a water bottle, a towel, and swim suit to class. All students must shower off prior to entering the pool. Instructor Summit Pool Staff

Mon-Thu, Jul 21 - Jul 31

10:00 - 10:35 AM

Ages	5 yr. - 7 yr. ^{11 m}

Mon-Thu, Jul 21 - Jul 31

10:40 - 11:15 AM

Ages	5 yr. - 7 yr. ^{11 m}

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Level 2 Group Swimming Lessons

Course Description Level 2 is where swimmers between ages 6 and 8 years old begin to learn independent water skills such as swimming on the front and back without support. Swimmers must be able to swim and then transition to a float or water tread seamlessly. Students will also swim to build endurance in this level. Logistics The class location is at Summit Middle School Pool. Enter through door #20 and turn to the right to enter the pool area. Parents should sit with their student in the bleachers until their name is called by the instructor. The instructor will walk the students to the class area. Parents should remain int he bleachers to watch the class. Students should bring a water bottle, a towel, and swim suit to class. All students must shower off prior to entering the pool. Instructor Summit Pool Staff

Mon-Thu, Jun 2 - Jun 12

9:20 - 9:55 AM

Ages	6 yr. - 8 yr. ^{11 m}

Mon-Thu, Jun 2 - Jun 12

11:20 - 11:55 AM

Ages	6 yr. - 8 yr. ^{11 m}

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Level 3 Group Swimming Lessons

Course Description Level 3 introduces new safety and swim skills such as elementary backstroke, scissor kick, and dolphin kicks for ages 7 to 14. Students will also learn head first entries into deep water, so it is necessary for students to have some comfort in deep water and has passed Level 2. Logistics The class location is at Summit Middle School Pool. Enter through door #20 and turn to the right to enter the pool area. Parents should sit with their student in the bleachers until their name is called by the instructor. The instructor will walk the students to the class area. Parents should remain int he bleachers to watch the class. Students should bring a water bottle, a towel, and swim suit to class. All students must shower off prior to entering the pool. Instructor Summit Pool Staff

Mon-Thu, Jul 21 - Jul 31

11:20 - 11:55 AM

Ages	7 yr. - 14 yr. ^{11 m}

Mon-Thu, Aug 4 - Aug 14

9:20 - 9:55 AM

Ages	7 yr. - 14 yr. ^{11 m}

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Lifeguard Blended Recertification Course

Course Description: This course is a recertification course for American Red Cross Lifeguards who are nearing expiration or within 30 days of expiration. Students will complete an online course, pre-requisite swim test, and a written exam to obtain recertification. Students and/or parents MUST supply the instructor with a personal email address of the student that is affiliated with the Lifeguard certificate. Students must participate in the entire class and demonstrate all skills up to par with American Red Cross standards. Logistics: Class is held at Summit Pool in Johnston. Enter the building through door #20. Bring snacks, sack lunch, water bottle, two swim suits, two towels, water bottle, goggles, warm clothing, and an I.D. Instructor: Olivia Stephenson, American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor, olivia.stephenson@johnston.k12.ia.us