Learn To Swim Programs
Program Overview:
Learn to Swim with Confidence
At Discover H2O, LLC, we specialize in highly effective swim lessons for all ages and abilities. Whether you're introducing your infant to the water, helping your child gain confidence, or improving your swimming skills, our certified instructors provide a safe, supportive, and engaging learning experience.
We offer swim classes for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, youth, and adults at local community pools. Each lesson is tailored to individual needs, allowing swimmers to progress at their own pace. With our intensive, results-driven curriculum, students develop essential water safety and swimming skills in weeks, not months or years—all while having fun!
A Lifelong Skill & Unforgettable Experience
Do you remember when you took swimming lessons? For many, learning to swim is a defining childhood experience, much like learning to ride a bike. However, unlike biking, swimming is a critical life skill that enhances safety, confidence, and personal development.
At Discover H2O, we remove fear from the learning process by creating a positive and encouraging environment where swimmers of all ages can make real progress while enjoying the journey.
Every swimmer learns at their own pace—just as they learn to walk. Some master it sooner, others later, but all children can learn. Our goal is to help each swimmer:
✔️ Build confidence
✔️ Celebrate milestones
✔️ Develop a lifelong love of water
Why Choose Discover H2O?
✅ Certified & Experienced Instructors – Our team is trained in Water Safety, Lifeguarding, CPR & First Aid to ensure a safe and effective learning experience.
✅ Proven Teaching Methods – Our progressive curriculum ensures steady skill development in a short time.
✅ Safe & Supportive Environment – We tailor each lesson to the swimmer’s comfort level and ability.
✅ Flexible & Fun Learning – Engaging, child-friendly techniques make learning stress-free and enjoyable.
Swim School
Parent & Child:
Water Acclimation
Water Babies (6 Months-1 Year): Progress from initial water exposure to safety skills through games, repetition, and songs.
Level 1:
Stroke Introduction
Level 1: Beginner: Stroke Introduction (5-14): For beginners who enjoy water but lack independent swimming skills. Focus on basic swimming skills and water safety. Swim skills such as independent floating, basic stroke introduction, and swim-roll-swim technique. Emphasize independent movement, submersion, basic swim skills, and elementary backstroke and water safety.
Parent & Child:
Water Acclimation
Super Tots (1-3 Years): with support from an adult, the swimmers will learn basic swimming skills such as how to submerge underwater, back float independently, and swim on front and back.
Level 2:
Stroke Development
Level 2: Novice: Stroke Development (5-14): For swimmers who can swim 10 yards on front and back without flotation. Focus on independent forward movement on their front and back, proper body position, and flutter kick. Introduction to Freestyle & Backstroke, and Treading. Emphasize deep water safety.
Preschool:
Stroke Fundamentals
Preschool: (2.5-5 years): Focus on introducing basic water safety and engaging students with fun activities while teaching swim skills like kicking, bubbles, and floating. Emphasize forward movement, submersion, basic swim skills, water safety, and independence in the water.
Level 3:
Stroke Improvement
Level 3: Intermediate: Stroke Improvement (5-14): For swimmers who can swim 15 yards on front and back with proper body position and swim in water over their head. Focus on freestyle and backstroke stroke techniques, including rotary breathing in freestyle and straight arm recovery for backstroke. Emphasize correct body positioning and break down stroke mechanics to better understand movements while building endurance, and introduce dolphin kick and frog kick.
Program Overview:
Stroke School & Swim Team Programs
At Discover H2O, LLC, our Stroke School and Swim Team programs are designed for swimmers with a strong foundation in swimming fundamentals who want to refine competitive swimming techniques. We focus on proper stroke technique over speed, helping swimmers develop confidence and prepare for local competitive swim teams.
Program Highlights:
"Building Traditions One Stroke at a Time"
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Discover H2O, LLC, we’re not just making waves—we’re building a tradition of excellence that lasts. Dive in and be part of something special!
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Encouraging sportsmanship and camaraderie
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Helping swimmers set and achieve personal & competitive goals
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Providing expert coaching focused on technique, endurance, and race strategies
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Offering flexible practice schedules to accommodate school, work, and family life
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Skill Development – Swimmers refine freestyle and backstroke while learning butterfly, breaststroke, proper turns, and diving.
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Progression – After completing Level 3, swimmers can transition to Stroke School for further skill development.
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Flexible Scheduling – Swimmers choose one practice session per week to fit their schedule.
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This balanced approach allows swimmers to continue developing their skills while managing other commitments.
Program Requirements
✔ Ages 5+
✔ Must have completed Level 3 in the Discover H2O curriculum
✔ Swimmers who have not completed Level 3 may need to pass a swim test to assess readiness
Training Sessions
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Each one-hour practice is structured by skill level and focuses on:
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Endurance building
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Stroke refinement: Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, Butterfly
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Competitive swim skills, including starts & turns
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Swimmers are placed into one of two skill groups based on:
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Age
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Physical conditioning
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Stroke knowledge and technique
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We follow USA Swimming standards and the Discover H2O curriculum to ensure progressive skill development.
Contact Us
📩 Have questions or want to determine if your swimmer is ready for Stroke School or the swim team?
Contact: Caley Zannoni for more information.
Stroke School
Level 4:
Stroke Refinement
Level 4: Proficient: Stroke Refinement (5-14): For swimmers who can swim 25 yards on front and back with proper body position and can swim in water over their head. For swimmers who can swim the length of the pool (25 yards/75 feet) Freestyle and Backstroke. Focus on building endurance for freestyle and backstroke. Emphasize timing and technique for strokes. Introduction to butterfly, breaststroke, and diving.
Levels 5-6:
Intro To Competitve Swimming
Our non-competitive swim team provides a fun and engaging opportunity for individuals to swim for fitness, recreation, and personal growth—without the pressure of competition. This program is designed to create a positive and supportive environment where swimmers can enjoy the water, improve their skills, and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
This program is designed for swimmers who can confidently swim 25 yards of freestyle and backstroke with proper technique and body position. It serves as a bridge between swim lessons and a competitive swim team—perfect for those interested in competitive swimming or those who simply want to refine their technique and build endurance.
Summer Swim Team
Competitive Swim Team
Our team fosters a positive, inclusive, and spirited environment where swimmers of all levels come together to train, improve, and build lasting traditions.
The Groton Gators is a recreational summer swim team for swimmers ages 5-18 of all skill levels. In a supportive environment, we focus on safety, fun, teamwork, fitness, and competitive swimming skills. Whether you're new to swim team or looking to refine your strokes, this is a fantastic opportunity to try a new sport, improve your technique, make friends, and have fun! Registration must be done through the Groton Country Club at www.grotoncountryclub.com
Program Overview:
Teen & Adult Swim Lessons
Build Confidence & Master the Water
At Discover H2O, LLC, we believe it’s never too late to learn how to swim! Our Teen & Adult Swim Program is designed to empower individuals with the skills and confidence needed to enjoy the water safely. Whether you're a beginner looking to overcome fear, an intermediate swimmer refining technique, or an advanced swimmer training for competition, we have a class for you. Ages 13+ | All skill levels welcome
Program Structure:
Beginner Swim Classes
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For teens & adults with little to no swimming experience
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Focus on water acclimation, floating techniques, and basic strokes
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Learn freestyle and backstroke with guided instruction
Intermediate Swim Classes
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Perfect for swimmers who want to improve technique & build endurance
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Refine stroke efficiency in freestyle, backstroke, and introduction to breaststroke & butterfly
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Gain confidence in deep water swimming and treading
Advanced Swim Classes
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For proficient swimmers seeking to enhance endurance & efficiency
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Focus on competitive swimming, open water techniques, and triathlon training
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Learn flip turns, pacing, and advanced stroke refinement
Specialized Workshops
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Water Safety & Survival Skills – Essential skills for confidence in open water
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Aquatic Fitness – Low-impact workouts for strength & endurance
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Fear of Water Workshop – Overcome fear with step-by-step guided techniques
Morning Lap Swim & Masters Swim Program
Morning Lap Swim: Available during summer (May-September)
Monday-Friday | 5:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Saturday & Sunday 7:00-9:00am
Held at the Groton Country Club
$5 per practice for non-members (Included for Groton Country Club pool members)
No sign-ups required – Drop in and swim at your own pace!
📩 Join our Master Swim Group! Email caley@discoverh2o.com to be added to our Master Swim email list for updates and training opportunities.