Private Lessons

Swimmers of all levels can take advantage of dedicated pool time with an expert coach to learn the basics, strengthen a weak point or focus on a specific technique. Semi-private lessons are offered for up to 3 students.

Registration

- Download and complete the registration form online and submit it in person, by fax or by e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Telephone registration is not accepted.
- Private lessons are divided into four sessions: spring, summer, fall and winter. Registration is required for each session. Lessons run through the end date of each session.
- The Pool Office does not automatically transfer bookings from session to session. Re-enrollment is required to be submitted on the designated registration day of each session to continue the lessons.
- Priority will be given according to swimmers’ start dates. In the case of the same start date, priority will be given according to the time of registration.
- The Pool Office will schedule lessons as close as possible to requested dates and times.
- Sessions will not be confirmed unless registering Members respond to the confirmation letter within 7 business days.
- Members can book sessions in person 5 days prior to the requested lesson time. Please read the cancellation policy for in-person bookings.

Cancellation Policy

- Swimmers can participate in the first lesson before deciding whether or not to continue. Cancellation must be made by 10 pm on the first day of lessons to avoid a penalty fee. Participants who cancel by the deadline will be billed for one lesson and the remainder of the course fee will be refunded.

- Cancellation made after 10 pm on the first day of lessons will incur a charge of the full course fee.
- Cancellation due to illness requires a doctor’s note to receive a refund of class fees.

- For in-person bookings, cancellations received less than 24 hours before the scheduled lesson time will incur a full charge of the lesson fee. Same-day appointments are subject to the same cancellation penalties.
- All cancellations must be submitted in writing to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Telephone cancellations are not accepted.

Note

- There is no system for make-up lessons. Inquire at the Pool Office for available spaces.
- Lessons will be held rain or shine, but will be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances. The Pool Office will contact swimmers in advance of canceled lessons whenever possible. Please provide your cell phone number on the sign-up form for easy notification.

Fees
(per 30-minute session)
¥3,885 for single-person lesson
¥2,772 per person for 2-person lesson
¥2,100 per person for 3-person lesson

Schedule
Check here for Private Swim Lesson avaliability for Fall (Sept 4 - Oct 31)

Summer Session (Jun 14–Sep 3)
Registration starts Monday, May 17

Lessons start Jun 14–Jul 4
Through Sep 3
Confirmation from Jun 7

Lessons start Jul 5–Aug 1
Through Sep 3
Confirmation from Jun 28

Lessons start Aug 2–Sep 3
Through Sep 3
Confirmation from Jul 26

Fall Session (Sep 4–Oct 31)
Registration starts Monday, Aug 2

Lessons start Sep 4–Oct 1
ThroughOct 31
Confirmation from Aug 28

Lessons start Oct 2–31
ThroughOct 31
Confirmation from Sep 25

Winter Session (Nov 1–30)
Registration starts Monday, Oct 4

Lessons start Nov 1–30
Through Nov 30
Confirmation from Oct 25

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Kids' Group Swim (Spring/Fall)

Children can develop basic swimming skills and get an introduction to different strokes at a young age with these fun, safe group swimming lessons aimed at a variety of levels.

Registration
Registration is only available online. Telephone registration is not accepted.

Cancellation Policy
- Students can participate in the first lesson before deciding whether or not to continue. Cancellations must be made by 10 pm on the first day of lessons to avoid a penalty fee. Participants who cancel by the deadline will be billed for one lesson and the remainder of the course fee will be refunded.
- Cancellation made after 10 pm on the first day of lessons will incur a charge of the full course fee.
- All cancellations must be submitted in writing to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Telephone cancellations are not accepted.

Note: Lessons will be held rain or shine, but will be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances. The Pool Office will contact participants in advance of canceled lessons whenever possible. Please provide your cell phone number on the sign-up form for easy notification.

Spring
Set I: Apr 12-May 6
Set II: May 10-Jun 3
Register online from 8:30 am on Mon, Mar 8

Fall
Set I: Sep 6-30
Set II: Oct 4-28
Register online from 8:30 am on Mon, Aug 9



Group Swim Levels

Crocodile Stroke Readiness
This fun, safe program is for kids who already have water confidence and just need the know-how to start forming their strokes. The instructor teacher basic water safety and the fundamentals of the front crawl and backstroke.

Aim: To swim 5 meters with proper arm/leg coordination

Requirements: Ability to surmerge head

Ages 4-5
4 weeks (8 lessons)
¥28,350
Limited to 4-6 swimmers

Crocodile 1/2: Mon and Wed, 3-3:45 p.m.
Crocodile 3/4: Mon and Wed, 3:45-4:30 p.m.
Crocodile 5/6:Tue and Thu, 3-3:45 p.m.
Crocodile 7/8:Tue and Thu, 3:45-4:30 p.m.

JuniorStroke Development
This exciting session is for kids with previous swimming experience who need to further develop their strokes. The instructor teaches basic water safety, the front crawl with a regular breathing pattern, backstroke and instroductions to treading water and the breaststroke.

Aim: To develop properly formed front crawl, backstroke and basic whip kicks

Requirements: Proper arm/leg coordination

Ages 6-7
4 weeks (8 lessons)
¥28,980
Limited to 4-6 swimmers

Junior 1/2: Mon and Wed, 3-3:45 p.m.
Junior 3/4: Mon and Wed, 3:45-4:30 p.m.
Junior 5/6:Tue and Thu, 3-3:45 p.m.
Junior 7/8:Tue and Thu, 3:45-4:30 p.m.

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Kids' Group Swim (Summer)

Registration
Registration is only available online. Telephone registration is not accepted.

Cancellation Policy
- Students can participate in the first lesson before deciding whether or not to continue. Cancellations must be made by 10 p.m. on the first day of lessons to avoid a penalty fee. Participants who cancel by the deadline will be billed for one lesson and the remainder of the course fee will be refunded.
- Cancellation made after 10 pm. on the first day of lessons will incur a charge of the full course fee.
- All cancellations must be submitted in writing to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Telephone cancellations are not accepted.

Note: Lessons will be held rain or shine, but will be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances. The Pool Office will contact participants in advance of canceled lessons whenever possible. Please provide your cell phone number on the sign-up form for easy notification.

Schedule

Set I: Jun 14-Jul 8

Register online from 8:30 am on Monday, May 17. Any registration the office receives prior to this time will not be processed until 6 pm on May 17.

Set II: Jul 12 -Aug 5

Register online from 8:30 am on Monday, Jun 28. Any registration the office receives prior to this time will not be processed until 6 pm on Jun 28.

Extension: Aug 9-26

Register online from 8:30 am on Monday, Jul 26. Any registration the office receives prior to this time will not be processed until 6 pm on Jul 26.

Level Descriptions

Level 1A

This water exploration program is for kids with little or no previous swimming experience, teaching basic water safety skills, confidence in the pool and stroke readiness through unique games and techniques.

Aim: Ability to swim 3 meters assisted with arm-leg coordination.

Requirements: None

Ages 3-4
3 weeks (6 lessons)
¥14,175

Limited to 4-5 swimmers

Level 1A-1: Mon and Wed, 10-10:30 a.m.

Level 1A-2: Mon and Wed, 10:30-11 a.m.

Level 1A-3:Tue and Thu, 10-10:30 a.m.

Level 1A-4:Tue and Thu, 10:30-11 a.m.

Level 1B

This is another water exploration program for kids who had a late start adapting to the aquatic environment. The course teaches basic water safety skills, water confidence and stroke readiness through unique games and techniques.

Aim: Ability to swim 3 meters assisted with arm-leg coordination.

Requirements: None

Ages 4-5
3 weeks (6 lessons)
¥14,175

Limited to 4-5 swimmers

Level 1B-1: Mon and Wed, 10-10:30 a.m.

Level 1B-2: Mon and Wed, 10:30-11 a.m.

Level 1B-3:Tue and Thu, 10-10:30 a.m.

Level 1B-4:Tue and Thu, 10:30-11 a.m.

Level 2A

This program teaches basic water safety skills and the initial stages of stroke development. Students should already have some water confidence.

Aim: Ability to swim 5 meters unassisted with proper arm-leg coordination.

Requirements: Ability to swim 3 meters assisted with arm-leg coordination.

Ages 3-4
3 weeks (6 lessons)
¥14,175

Limited to 4-6 swimmers

Level 2A-1: Mon and Wed, 10:30-11 a.m.

Level 2A-2: Mon and Wed, 11-11:30 a.m.

Level 2A-3:Tue and Thu, 10:30-11 a.m.

Level 2A-4:Tue and Thu, 11-11:30 a.m.

Level 2B

This program is for kids who had a late start at learning to swim but have some water confidence. The course teaches basic water safety skills and the initial stages of stroke development.

Aim: Ability to swim 5 meters unassisted with arm-leg coordination.

Requirements: Ability to swim 3 meters assisted with arm-leg coordination.

Ages 4-5
3 weeks (6 lessons)
¥14,175

Limited to 4-6 swimmers

Level 2B-1: Mon and Wed, 10:30-11 a.m.

Level 2B-2: Mon and Wed, 11-11:30 a.m.

Level 2B-3:Tue and Thu, 10:30-11 a.m.

Level 2B-4:Tue and Thu, 11-11:30 a.m.

Level 3

This program teaches basic water safety skills, the fundamentals of treading water, proper front crawl and backstroke development and an introduction to the breaststroke.

Aim: Ability to swim 8 meters with regular breathing pattern.

Requirements: Ability to swim 5 meters unassisted with arm-leg coordination.

Ages 4-6
3 weeks (6 lessons)
¥14,175

Limited to 4-6 swimmers

Level 3-MW: Mon and Wed, 10:30-11 a.m.

Level 3-TT:Tue and Thu, 10:30-11 a.m.

Level 4

This program teaches basic water safety skills, treading water and elementary backstroke. Uses short-distance drill sets to refine three out of four competitive strokes (backstroke, breaststroke and freestyle).

Aim: Ability to swim 15 meter front, back stroke, and breaststroke.

Requirements: Ability to swim 8 meters with regular breathing pattern.

Ages 5 and above
3 weeks (6 lessons)
¥22,680

Limited to 4-6 swimmers

Level 4-1: Mon and Wed, 11-11:45 a.m.

Level 4-2: Mon and Wed, 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Level 4-3:Tue and Thu, 11-11:45 a.m.

Level 4-4:Tue and Thu, 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Level 5

This program teaches basic water safety skills, treading water, elementary backstroke and an introduction to the side stroke. Uses drill sets to refine three out of four competitive strokes (backstroke, breaststroke and freestyle).

Aim: Ability to swim 25 meters front crawl, backstroke and breaststroke.

Requirements: Ability to swim 8 meters with regular breathing pattern.

Ages6 and above
3 weeks (6 lessons)
¥22,680

Limited to 4-8 swimmers

Level 5-1: Mon and Wed, 11:30a.m.-12:15 a.m.

Level 5-2:Tue and Thu, 11:30a.m.-12:15 a.m.

Level 6

This program teaches basic water safety skills, treading water, elementary backstroke and side stroke, as well as an introduction to the butterfly stroke. Uses drill sets to refine three out of four competitive strokes (backstroke, breaststroke and freestyle).

Aim: Ability to swim 25 meters front crawl, backstroke and breaststroke.

Requirements: Ability to swim 25 meters with regular breathing pattern.

Ages7 and above
3 weeks (6 lessons)
¥22,680

Limited to 4-10 swimmers

Level 6-1: Mon and Wed, 12:15-1 p.m.

Level 6-2:Tue and Thu, 12:15-1 p.m.

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Mudsharks

Aquatic enthusiastics can join the Mudsharks swim team for an exciting season of training and competition. Participants will work with the coach to develop stroke form, endurance and other skills. Practice sessions for spring and fall season are divided into 4 groups by skill level.

New swimmers to the Mudsharks must go through a tryout. Recorded times from a swimmer's previous meets are helpful in identifying the proper level for newcomers.

Coach: Simon Hadlow
Assistant Coach: Henry Haldane, Masaya Sato

2010 Tryouts
Spring Season: 11 am–2 pm on Sunday, March 28
Fall Season: 11 am–2 pm on Sunday, August 22

2010 Swim Season
Spring Session:
Mar 29–Jun 11 (Junior, Intermediate, Senior Squad)
Apr 12–Jun 10 (Mini Muddies)

Fall Session:
Aug 30–Nov 5 (Junior, Intermediate, Senior Squad)
Aug 30–Oct 21 (Mini Muddies)
Register online from 10 am on August 2. Sign up before 10am on August 2 will not be processed.



Mini Muddies
Swimmers must be over 5 years old and be able to swim 25m freestyle with lateral breathing, 25m backstroke and have some breaststroke and butterfly ability. Mini Muddies practices will focus on kick work to improve body position and drills to develop natural ability while emphasizing the swimmers body position and drill work to develop natural ability with correct technique. All Mini Muddies are part of the Mudsharks Swim Team and encouraged to participate in all swim meets and events.

Coach: Henry Haldane, Masaya Sato

Mon & Wed/Tue & Thu
4:30–5:15 pm
Limit of 10 participants per group
¥28,770

Junior
Emphasis is on stroke correction and development. Short distances are used in most drills. Participants should have properly formed strokes in freestyle, breaststroke, backstroke and butterfly for distances of 50m. Swimming sessions will be broken down weekly to prepare the swimmers for junior level competition. Participants are expected to attend no less than 15 sessions per season.

Coach: Henry Haldane

Tue & Thu
5:15–6:15 pm
Limit of 30 participants
¥29,925

Intermediate
Emphasis is on advanced drills, stamina training over longer distances and improvement of technique. Swimmers should be capable of swimming 100 meters of all strokes with proper technique. The season training schedule will focus on the same core ideas with different work outs. These practices will gradually increase in distance and incorporate reduced time cycles. More attention is paid to turns and detailed competition swimming techniques. Participants are expected to attend no less than 22 sessions.

Coach: Simon Hadlow

Mon, Wed & Fri
5:15–6:15 pm
Limit of 30 participants
¥31,080

Senior
This level is aimed at children who have chosen swimming as their main athletic pursuit and require a high degree of commitment. Ideally swimmers should attend 4 sessions a week, but considering school work loads, a minimum of three sessions per week are required to achieve effective results from the training program. Swimmers must have all four strokes, turns and the individual medley properly formed and comfortable swimming distances of up to 400 meters. Senior swimmers should aim to perfect these strokes for competition.

Coach: Simon Hadlow

Mon–Fri
6:15–7:30 pm
Limit of 25 participants
¥32,235

Swimmer Requirements
• All swimmers must wear goggles
• Female swimmers are required to wear a swimming cap
• Number of participants in each group is strictly controlled to ensure maximum safety and a proper learning environment
• Once the available spaces in each group are filled, other registrants will be placed on the waiting list
• Participation in the program requires children to attend a minimum number of sessions to remain in good standing
• Participants will be required to follow instructions and conduct themselves responsibly at all times at the Club or while participating in off-site events
• Swimmers training in the Pool with the Mudsharks should participate in swim meets, for the Mudsharks
• Failure to abide by these standards may be grounds for removal from the program; registration fees will not be refunded.

Children not quite ready for the Mini Muddies can contact the Pool Office to join one of many other programs on offer and gear up for next season.

Cancellation Policy

• No penalty: prior to or during the first week of practices
• 25% penalty: during the second week of practices
• 50% penalty: during the third week of practices
• 100% penalty: after the third week of practices

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