DISCOVERY SWIM SCHOOL @ ESTERO ISLAND BEACH CLUB
OCEAN CLASSES
OCEAN 101
BASIC OCEAN LITERACY
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Learn to be safe and comfortable and to have fun in the ocean in this three-hour class. Topics covered include:
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Ocean facts and myths
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Entering and exiting the water safely
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Using floatation devices
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Walking, wading, floating, and swimming in the ocean
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Waves and currents
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Introduction to open water activities
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Pre-requisite(s): Students must already be comfortable and self-reliant for their safety in a swimming pool. These pre-requisite skills will be assessed by the instructor on an as-needed basis.
SCHEDULE
9am-12pm on the third Sunday of each month, or by appointment.
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FEES
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$99/PERSON
UPCOMING CLASSES
Sunday, August 16, 2020 REGISTER
Sunday, September 20, 2020 REGISTER
Sunday, October 18, 2020 REGISTER
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ADDITIONAL DETAILS
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SAFETY: Ocean classes can only be provided if conditions are safe as determined by the instructor. The following safety matters will be evaluated prior to the start of each class: Weather; Water (visibility, waves, currents, water quality, etc.); and, Student readiness. If conditions prevent a class from taking place, we will reschedule or refund as appropriate.
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REGISTRATION: You may register online for an upcoming class (see schedule above) by clicking HERE. For customized scheduling, please call us or click on the button below to send us a message.
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WHAT TO BRING: We will provide all equipment related to the class; however, each student should provide his/her own drinking water, towel, goggles, umbrella, sunglasses, hat, and beach chair, as desired. And, of course, DON'T FORGET TO WEAR A SWIM SUIT AND SUNSCREEN! Students susceptible to sunburn may choose to wear a rash guard, which is a tight-fitting "swim shirt." Students susceptible to cold temperatures may choose to wear a wetsuit vest.
OCEAN 102
OPEN WATER ACTIVITIES
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We can teach you and your family to participate in a variety of popular open-water activities, including:
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SNORKELING
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KAYAKING
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STAND-UP PADDLE BOARDING
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Pre-requisite(s): Students must already be comfortable and self-reliant for their safety in open water. These pre-requisite skills will be assessed by the instructor on an as-needed basis.
SCHEDULE
We will establish dates and times with each student or group based on the activity or activities selected. CONTACT US for more details.
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FEES*
1 hour: $60
3 hours: $150
5 hours: $200
*Fees DO NOT INCLUDE equipment rental, which will be paid to a separate vendor and will vary based on the number of activities selected.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
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SAFETY: Ocean classes can only be provided if conditions are safe as determined by the instructor. The following safety matters will be evaluated prior to the start of each class: Weather; Water (visibility, waves, currents, water quality, etc.); and, Student readiness. If conditions prevent a class from taking place, we will reschedule or refund as appropriate. Equipment rental fees may not be refundable depending on the equipment vendor's policies.
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REGISTRATION: Since your class schedule will be customized, please call us or click on the button below to send us a message.
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WHAT TO BRING: Each student should provide his/her own drinking water, towel, goggles, umbrella, sunglasses, hat, and beach chair, as desired. And, of course, DON'T FORGET TO WEAR A SWIM SUIT AND SUNSCREEN! Students susceptible to sunburn may choose to wear a rash guard, which is a tight-fitting "swim shirt." Students susceptible to cold temperatures may choose to wear a wetsuit vest. We will discuss equipment rental (vendors, delivery, etc.) at the time of registration.