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{Welcome to ZB Aquatics}

WELCOME PARENTS:

This begins our 20th year of serving the Zion, Winthrop Harbor, and Beach Park communities in which Z.B.T.H.S. District 126 plays a vital role in teaching children to swim. We offer a varied program in aquatics. We welcome surrounding communities who choose us for our quality Learn to Swim Classes.

Learning to swim and water safety are important life skills to pass on to every one young and old. Our focus is on safety and to enjoy a lifetime of swimming for fitness and pleasure.

Most of our adult staff members are graduates of Z.B.T.H.S. and like our current high school students who teach; were trained at Z.B.T.H.S. as certified Water Safety Instructors. Most are also trained as Lifeguards. We use the American Red Cross methods of instruction and certification.

We choose to run a program that has small class sizes, accommodates all children, and is fun. We offer classes during the Fall, Winter, and Spring, so that children can learn new skills as they progress in ability.

Learn to Swim Information

LTS Registration Times (Online Registration)

Fall Registration	Winter Registration	Spring Registration
June 1, 2011	November 18, 2011	February 13, 2012

Scheduled Registration may only be done Online.

Walk-in registration is only available during Public/Open Swim Hours.

*For a private lesson please call 847-731-9421 to request a private teacher and to get the password to register online.

LTS Class Information
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Minimum class size of 3 students per instructor, for the lower level classes, to a maximum of 10 students per instructor, for upper level classes.

8 lessons each session, 50 minutes per lesson.

Children are encouraged to make all lessons. It is possible that your child may not pass to the next level unless he/she can perform all required skills.

Fall 2011 Class Dates:

Winter 2011-2012 Class Dates:

Spring 2012 Class Dates:

September: 24, 25

December: 10, 11, 17, 18

March: 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 31

October: 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30

January: 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29

April: 1, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29

November: 5, 6, 12, 13

February: 4, 5, 11, 12

May: 5, 6

To prove residency, Zion and Winthrop Harbor Residents must show an Illinois Drivers License, a utility bill, and a picture or work I.D.
Beach Park or Newport Residents must show their child's school registration as proof that they feed into District 126. You may only register your own child. The payment for registration MUST be made on the day of registration.

Fees for 2011 - 2012 Learn to Swim Program

Resident Fees: Non-Resident Fees:

Group Lessons-$70 Group Lessons-$90

Private Lessons-$125 Private Lessons-$150

Adult Lessons-$70 Adult Lessons-$90

Parent-Child Lessons-$50 Parent-Child Lessons-$65

L.T.S. Level Information
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Lessons are 50 minutes long. Starting at the hour and going until 10 minutes to the next hour. (Ex: 9-9:50). Parent-Child and Private Lessons are only 30 minutes long. Please call 847-731-9421 to request an instructor for Private Lessons.

Level:

Day(s) available:

Saturday Times:

Sunday Times:
Cost: R/NR

Private Lessons: Saturday and Sunday 8:20-8:50 10:20-10:50 $125/150

Parent-Child Level 1:
Saturday
9:00-9:30

$50/$70

Parent-Child Level 2:
Saturday
11:00-11:30

$50/$70

Preschool Level 1: Saturday and Sunday 9:00, 11:00 11:00 $70/$90

Preschool Level 2: Saturday and Sunday 10:00
11:00
$70/$90

Preschool Level 3: Saturday and Sunday 9:00, 11:00
11:00
$70/$90

Level 1: Saturday and Sunday 9:00, 10:00, 11:00 11:00 $70/$90

Level 2: Saturday and Sunday 9:00, 10:00, 11:00 11:00 $70/$90

Level 3: Saturday and Sunday 9:00, 10:00, 11:00 11:00 $70/$90

Level 4: Saturday and Sunday 9:00, 10:00, 11:00 11:00 $70/$90

Level 5: Saturday and Sunday 9:00, 11:00 11:00 $70/$90

Fitness Swim: Saturday 8:00

$70/$90

Personal Water Safety: Saturday 10:00

$70/$90

Spring Board Diving: Saturday 8:00                    $90/$110

Adult Swim Programs

Class:	Day:	Time:	Cost: R/NR
Adult Swim Lessons	Saturday	10:00-10:50am	$70/$90
Endurance Training	Sunday	12:30-1:45pm	$70/$90
Technique Training	Wednesday	7:45-9:00pm	$70/$90
Adult Training Punch Card	Choice Sun/Wed	12:30pm or 7:45pm	$75/$95

2012 Lifeguarding Class

Do you like to swim or maybe you're looking to further your knowledge in an aquatic environment? Maybe you are even looking for a new job; well Zion Benton Township High School is offering a Lifeguard class starting May 21st running through May 30th. Lifeguarding is a great character builder and is a great way to help find a job at a local pool.

To be eligible for the class, you must be at least 15 years old, be able to swim 300 yards continuously using front crawl and breaststroke, and be able to retrieve a 10 pound weight from a depth of 7-10 feet. The class will run May 21, 22, 23, 24, 25 from 5 PM to 9 PM, May 26 from 9 AM to 4 PM, and May 29 and 30 from 5 PM to 9 PM. The class fee is $225 which covers the price of your course manual and a pocket mask as well. For more information or to sign up for the class, please visit the 2012 Lifeguard Class Registration section of the Registration System or call the pool at 847-731-9421.

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CPR/AED Courses

Day

Time

Cost

CPR/AED Annual Challenge

The purpose of the American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers program is to train professional-level rescuers to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults, children and infants until more advanced medical personnel take over. This challenge course will go through a review of all the information you need to know for certification and any new information that has been released. As part of the CPR course we will be reviewing and testing on oxygen and blood borne pathogens. For this challenge course you must have a current certification in American Red Cross CPR or have a certification that expired less than a year ago. For the class you must have a current Lifeguard manual and a resuscitation mask. If you do not have either you may purchase them from us prior to the class.

Saturday

9am-4pm

$50

CPR/AED Refresher Course

The purpose of the American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers program is to train professional-level rescuers to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults, children and infants until more advanced medical personnel take over. In this course you will go over the current skills and information on CPR and AED. As part of the CPR course we will be reviewing and testing on oxygen and blood borne pathogens. For this course you must have been certified in American Red Cross CPR in the past but have been expired for over 1 year. A current Lifeguard manual will be provided to you the day of class. You will need to have your own resuscitation mask. If you have a current LG manual please contact us prior to registering for this class.

Saturday

9am-4pm

$85

Water Safety Instructor Course

This course will prepare you to teach people how to be safe in, on and around water and to teach individuals of different ages and abilities how to swim. Prerequisites for the course are being age 16 or older by the last day of the course and pass the water skills test. In the water skills test you will have to demonstrate a level 4 or higher proficiency in each in each of the six strokes, a 1 minute back float, and be able to tread water for 1 minute. During the course you will complete your fundamentals of instructor training, learn in depth knowledge of the mechanics and breakdown of each water skill, and learn the whales tales safety tips for being around the water. All necessary manuals for the class will be given to you on the first day. We recommend you bring a three ring binder, folder, notebook, and highlighters for your class materials. To register for this course please visit the Water Safety Instructor Course in our registration section.

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Pool Hours and Adult Lap Swim Dates for 2011-2012
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Public Swim from 2 to 4 PM - Sat and Sun* Admission: $4	The Final Public Swim is Sunday May 27th, 2012
Pool Rentals from 4:15 to 6:15 PM	Please call the pool at 847-731-9421 for more information.
Adult Lap Swim from 8 to 9 PM - Mon and Wed* Admission: $4	The first Adult Lap Swim is Wednesday September 7, 2011

*Please check our Aquatic Calendar for up-to-date information on Open Swim dates and Pool Closures.

Family Pool Pass available at $55.00 for 20 visits.