Swimming Lessons - Preschool Level C

Preschool Aquatics Level C (ages 3 to 5)

Preschoolers build on the skills learned in Preschool Aquatics Level B.

Skills include:

• Jump into shoulder-deep water
• Holding hold breath under water, bobbing and rotary breathing
• Float and glide on front and back
• Tread water, 30 sec.
• Change direction while swimming
• Swim on front and back, 15 yd.
• Challenge skills: front crawl and elementary backstroke

Prerequisite: Children must have completed Preschool Aquatics Level B or have equivalent skills.

Registration tip: Children, ages 5 and older that complete Preschool Aquatics Level C, should register for Learn to Swim Level 2. 

If you completed Swim America Level 1 or Level 2 and are ages 3 or 4, children should register for Preschool Aquatics C. If you completed Swim America Pre-K and are 5 or older, children should register for Learn to Swim Level 1.

NEW FOR SUMMER 2026
Our levels have changed! All lessons now follow the American Red Cross curriculum. To make sure you're choosing the right level for your swimmer, check this placement guide before registering.

REFUND POLICY: Full refunds are given when Community Education cancels a class. Refunds (less a $5 cancellation fee) will be issued when a participant cancels a registration by 4:00 pm, five (5) business days prior to the first day of class.