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Kardinia International College (KIC) manages their own professional swimming lesson program for both the College and wider community, encompassing both Learn to Swim and School Swimming Programs, with the aim of growing this into other aquatic activities and swimming squads.

Please complete our online enrolment form below:

Swim School Enrolment Form

Once we have your submitted enrolment form, we will be in contact to arrange an initial assessment.
Any other enquiries can be emailed to aquatics@kardinia.vic.edu.au.  Be sure to include your name and contact number so we can get back to you.

Existing families can log into the Customer Portal using the button below to check and update their details with the KIC Swim School program:

KIC Swim School Customer Portal

KIC Swim School

The KIC Swim School program has been developed by a team with over 35 years industry experience. Our program follows a similar principle to the Kardinia International College Senior School’s Vertical Curriculum, whereby a student will be able to accelerate their learning in areas where they are strong.

Each level includes compulsory and elective skills. In every level there are six (6) compulsory skills, which must be performed to progress to the next level. In addition, there are six (6) elective skills. A student needs to demonstrate at least three (3) of the elective skills to progress to the next level. Elective skills are vital swimming skills however, the competency of these will not hinder a child’s progression to the next level. Our teachers and supervisors will continue to work with the student to develop these skills.

KIC Swim School Lesson Progression

Water Familiarisation

Levels 1 – 3
30min Lesson

During these early levels, we introduce students to the water. Students will develop the skills to aid them being safe around water and provide the foundations of stroke development. By the end of these stages, students will be confident in and around the water.

Stroke Introduction

Levels 4 – 7
30min Lesson leading to 45min lesson at Level 6

In these levels, we start to introduce recognised swimming strokes and correct technique. By the completion of these levels, students will have covered Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke and Survival Backstroke in full. Butterfly skills will also be introduced however, the full stroke is not developed.

Stroke Development

Levels 8 – 9
45min Lesson leading to 60min lesson at Level 9

We are now refining the techniques of Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke and Survival Backstroke. Full Butterfly stroke is taught and refined.

Technical / Pre-Squad

Level 10
60min Lesson

Students now move into the more technical stage of swimming. We work with them to enhance their technique of the four (4) main competitive strokes and increase their endurance. Correct start and turn technique are introduced and refined to develop the skills required for competitive swimming. This level allows students the opportunity to improve endurance, speed and technique in a non-pressured environment.

Junior Lifeguard Program 2020

Alternative to Level 8+
60min Lesson

The Junior Lifeguard Program (JLGP) runs as an alternative stream to competitive swimming. Students can enter the JLGP from Level 8, providing they can perform required competencies. This program introduces the skills of a pool lifeguard and gives students the appropriate skills to acquire a Pool Lifeguard Certificate should they wish to do so.

Fitness Squad

(Expressions of Interest)
60min Lesson

We are currently taking Expressions of Interest from people who would like to keep swimming, but do not necessarily like to swim in a Squad program. Once our recruitment process is finalised, we will be able to provide more information after consultation with the teen fit coach/ instructor.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this mean for the KIC community?
What does this mean for the wider community?
What swimming lesson program will be running?
How do I enrol into the KIC Swim School?
When does the KIC Swim Term begin?
How much do KIC Swim School lessons cost and how long do they run for?
How many children are in each KIC Swim School class?
What if my preferred day or time is not available?
My child is under 2½ years. What about them?
I am currently a squad swimmer. What are you offering?
I am an adult in adult squad or learning to swim. Will there be lessons for me?
Will you be offering private lessons?
Are KIC School Swimming lessons still running?
I am interested in Swim Teaching. Will you be looking for staff?
How will you communicate my child’s progression with me?
What does this mean for the KIC community?

Students of KIC will have access to the facility before and after school, with a minimum of 2 lanes accessible. This also extends to the parents and staff of the College community and Alumni.

With the KIC Swim School Program running internally, there will be more continuity for KIC students between school and after-school lessons through centralised monitoring. This will result in a smoother process for our students when attending school lessons.

What does this mean for the wider community?

The wider community are welcome to enrol in the KIC Swim School program in the same way that they have been able to with H2O.  During the KIC Swim School lessons, lap swimming and recreational swimming will be available for parents while their child is in lessons and for students on the day of their swimming lesson before and/or after lessons.

What swimming lesson program will be running?

We have a team with over 35 years swim industry experience and our program will include a strong technical base along with water safety and survival skills, which will be performed in a Water Safety Week each term.

How do I enrol into the KIC Swim School?

We have an Online Enrolment Form to help with the process, please ensure to include the following information:

  • Student/s name
  • Age
  • Current swim school level
  • Preferred days and time slots

Once the online enrolment form is completed, we will be in contact and organise to conduct an initial assessment.

When does the KIC Swim Term begin?

The KIC Swim term will commence on Monday 22 July, 2019. The first 2 weeks of term will involve assessing children within their classes and adjusting classes, as needed.  The first 2 weeks will be credited to Term 3 KIC Swim School program fees.

Upon assignment of a class day or time, you will be contacted to ensure that the class is suitable, and an invoice will be issued for the term.

How much do KIC Swim School lessons cost and how long do they run for?

The cost will be dependent on the length of the class, which is based on the swimming ability of your child as follows:

  • Levels 1 to 5 – 30 minute class           $16.50
  • Levels 6 to 8 – 45 minute class           $22.50
  • Levels 9 to 10 – 60 minute class         $27.00

How many children are in each KIC Swim School class?

Class sizes will be dependent on levels. In levels 1 – 8 there will be a maximum of 6 students per class.  In Levels 9 – 10 there will be a maximum of 8 students.

What if my preferred day or time is not available?

If your preferred day or time is not available, we will work with you on a suitable alternative or place your child on a waitlist.  Classes will be added weekly over the next few months and we will be working hard to ensure everyone has a place. With assessments occurring at the start of the term, a few vacancies will be created due to student adjustments into the correct levels.

My child is under 2½ years. What about them?

We run ‘Parent and Me’ classes from 6 months of age both after school and on Saturday morning’s.
In addition to this when a child is 2 years and 3 months old at the start of school term they are eligible to participate in a transition class to prepare them to be in the water without a parent from the following term.
Parent participation is required in both of these class format’s.

I am currently a squad swimmer. What are you offering?

At this stage we are not offering a competitive squad program however do plan to do so in the future.
Currently we are running a ‘Swim Fit’ program which is designed to promote swimming as a lifelong skill to build endurance and understanding of swimming programs with an instructor on hand to provide a training program and feedback. Sessions are held at various times during the week including, after school, and mornings both during the week and Saturday’s.

I am an adult in adult squad or learning to swim. Will there be lessons for me?

Please express your interest in adult squad and swimming classes via aquatics@kardinia.vic.edu.au. We will contact you to discuss available days and time slots.

Will you be offering private lessons?

Private lessons are available. Please contact aquatics@kardinia.vic.edu.au and we will contact you regarding available private lesson dates and times.

Are KIC School Swimming lessons still running?

Yes, we will be running all the swimming programs for both the Junior and Senior Schools. Our Junior School Learn to Swim program will run once a week for a term.  Senior School programs will continue as normal.

I am interested in Swim Teaching. Will you be looking for staff?

Definitely.  Please email aquatics@kardinia.vic.edu.au with your resumé and a brief cover letter outlining current experience and availability for shifts for both school swimming and the after-school swimming program.

How will you communicate my child’s progression with me?

You will be able to track your child’s progression through the SwimBiz customer portal. We will also be providing an up-to-date visual progression sheet for every child, with stickers and certificates awarded upon mastering of skills and levels.

Kardinia International College

PO Box 17
Geelong, Victoria 3220

+61 3 5247 3333
kardinia@kardinia.vic.edu.au

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