provides a transition where parents gradually leave their preschooler with the Instructor.
This is a 10-level program for ages 6 and up.
This program for school aged children will help swimmers develop all six swimming strokes (front and back crawl, elementary back stroke, breast stroke, butterfly, sidestroke), actively learn how to be safe around the water, and increase their fitness and endurance through fun activities. Children will be challenged to achieve personal bests in distance and time, which will be a strong motivator through all 10 levels. If your child was registered in anything other than Red Cross SwimKids, please call for the correct enrolment level, (204) 346-6207.
Please go over the following before bringing your child to swimming lessons to ensure there are no misunderstandings or delays once you arrive. Thank you!
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Double-check your receipt to ensure that your child has been registered for the correct level and time.
- Bring any questions or concerns about lessons immediately to the attention of a Deck Supervisor, so we can address it in a timely manner.
- Provide the previous report card to the instructor on the first day of classes. It will be returned to you at the end of the session.
- Ensure that your child does not eat immediately prior to swimming. A ½ hour break between a light meal and swimming or a 1-hour break between a large meal and swimming is strongly recommended. Also, please ensure that your child goes to the bathroom prior to attending swimming classes.
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Children 11 and under must have adult supervision while in the facility. This includes children waiting for lessons. An adult participating in lessons does not qualify for supervision of children in the lobby.
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Maximum class numbers are strictly adhered to; once a class is full no exceptions will be made.
- Spectators, please remain on the large green tiles of the viewing area during swimming lessons.
- We strongly encourage parents to bring their child to public swim and practice several times throughout the session. Each student will receive a booklet and a mid term report which will detail items in their level.
is a coached practice for adults who want to improve their strokes and maintain fitness. Stroke correction for all skill levels is of`fered from beginners doing 5-10 laps to experienced swimmers doing 60 + laps, and everyone in between! For those who love competition, there are a few optional swim meets throughout the year. Please contact the Steinbach Aquatic Centre to register or for further information at 346-6207.
January 2 - March 25, 2012
| 9:00 - 10:00 pm |
Mondays & Wednesdays |
| 6:30 - 7:30 am |
Tuesdays & Thursdays |
is a competitive swim club
offering coached practices Monday - Friday. Swimmers will focus on stroke improvement, strength, and speed. There are many competitions throughout the year for competitive swimmers to attend. Pre-competitive swimmers will also have the opportunity to attend a practice meet here at the Steinbach Aquatic Center. Please contact club president
Janet Oakley at (204) 326-6676 for further information or to register.
Specialty Courses which are offered through the Steinbach Aquatic Centre include:
- AWSI
- Bronze Cross
- Bronze Medallion
- WSI
- SFA/CPR C
- NLS
- Babysitting
Have fun and get a great workout all at the same time! Takes place at the Aquatic Centre on Friday evenings, from 9:00-10:15 pm. No previous water polo experience is necessary, but participants should be very comfortable in the deep end. Ages 14 years and up. Water polo skills, drills and scrimmages will be run during the class. Cost is $4.00 / class.
Steinbach Synchro is a recreational club geared toward girls, ages 8-16, who love to flip, turn, dance, and swim! Synchronized swimming focuses on body strength, agility, flexibility, grace, timing, musical interpretation, and dramatic flair. Look forward to creating new and unique routines and learning together as a team. The season runs September through April, and finishes off with a performance at a recreational showcase in Winnipeg.
Pre-requisites: Swim Kids 3 complete, or comparable deep-water skills as evaluated by a supervisor at the Steinbach Aquatic Centre.
For more information, contact Shelly at skroeker@steinbach.ca.
All aquacise classes are on a first-come, first-served basis. We accept a maximum number of 25 participants in most classes.
Check out our Mom & Tots Aquacise program. It's for new moms with tots between 4 - 18 months and it's a great way to get some exercise and meet other new moms! It runs every Monday and Friday from 9:45 - 10:30 am.
| 7:35 - 8:20 am |
Tuesdays & Thursdays - Shallow End |
| 9:00 - 9:45 am |
Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays -
Deep End |
| 9:45 - 10:30 am |
Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays -
Shallow End |
| 9:45 - 10:30 am |
Mondays & Fridays - Shallow End
Moms & Tots Aquacise (4-18 months) |
| 8:15 - 9:00 pm |
Mondays - Deep End |
| 9:00 - 9:45 pm |
Tuesdays & Thursdays - Deep End |
Through using continuous cardiovascular exercises, we try to maintain a steady, healthy heartbeat. All of the exercises are arthritis and joint friendly in the water. During this class we stay in the shallow end of the lap pool, so being a good swimmer is not a requirement. In fact, you do not need any experience in water to participate. The class is a light, fun and healthy environment for anybody to participate in.
Using mostly the deep end of the lap pool, (the shallow end will be used at the beginning and end of classes), full body workouts are developed at the participant’s own pace. You get results from the workout that mirror the intensity put in. It is truly a customizable full body workout. Calories are burnt by exercise and laughter.
Trained Lifeguards teach these classes for motivational purposes. The staff are not certified fitness instructors. Please be sure to participate at your ability level and let staff know immediately if you have any abnormal pain or discomfort. Those with medical conditions, new participants and those adding exercise into their life should seek medical advice prior to participating as there is an inherent risk of injury in any physical activity including this aquacise program.
Swim Basics is designed for teens and adults who have had little to no experience with the water. This class will teach you basic swim skills such as floating, gliding, treading water, deep and shallow water movement, diving, as well as basic front and back crawl.
Swim Strokes is designed for teens and adults who are comfortable in the water and can perform one or more recognizable Red Cross strokes (i.e. front crawl, breast stroke, etc.). This class covers a full technical teaching of front crawl, back crawl, elementary back stroke, breast stroke and side stroke. Progressions within each stroke mimic that of our Red Cross Swim Kids programs.
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30 hour course
Eight hours hands-on teaching experience required after the successful completion of the course. This is usually done by joining an existing class for 2 – 2 ½ hours per week for 4 weeks. Depending on class schedules this may take anywhere from 1 – 4 months to complete. The Instructor/Trainer will then assess the supervising instructors comments to determine the final grade for the AWSI course. Additional teaching hours may be assigned if deemed necessary by the Instructor/Trainer.
25 hour course
Minimum 12 hours hands-on teaching experience required after the successful completion of the course. This is usually done by joining an existing class for 2 – 2 ½ hours per week for 6 weeks. Depending on class schedules this may take anywhere from 1 – 4 months to complete. The Instructor/Trainer will then assess the supervising instructors comments to determine the final grade for the WSI course. Additional teaching hours may be assigned if deemed necessary by the Instructor/Trainer.
Please note: The courses usually run over 2 weekends back-to-back. With the practice teaching, it generally takes 3-4 months to fully complete each course.
The City of Steinbach has initiated a new and unique pilot program aimed at helping finance education and lifeguard training. The City of Steinbach will reimburse a portion of Manitoba College, University or Lifeguard training tuition costs for qualified Tuition Reimbursement applicants.
To be eligible for this program staff must be employed at the Steinbach Aquatic Centre in a Lifeguard position on December 31 and have worked a minimum of 520 hours in the application year.
This is not a scholarship or bursary competition. All staff that meet the criteria will be awarded the reimbursement. These amounts will be between $520.00 and $1000.00 per year based on hours worked.
Staff members in high school or wishing to take a year off of school to earn money for tuition may carry the amount earned forward within the guidelines of the program.
The Aquatic Centre hires instructor/guards regularly. You may submit your resume with a copy of your qualifications at any time. All those interested in applying must sign up for the skills review at the Aquatic Centre's reception desk.
Minimum Current Requirements:
16 years old, NLS, SFA/CPR C
Preferred Qualifications: WSI
Candidates will be required to participate in a skills review. Candidates are responsible for calling the front desk to indicate that they will attend the skills review. Skill reviews are open to all candidates. Please feel free to call to review employment and certification options, (204) 346-6207.
Have you ever wondered what is involved in becoming an instructor/guard at the Steinbach Aquatic Centre? There are many agencies that are involved in this training and certification process. Some courses may be taken at the same time as long as pre-requisites are met. Example: Bronze Cross may be taken at the same time as AWSI.
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It usually takes 18-24 months to go through the certifications process and depends on course and candidate availability. A criminal record check and a child abuse registry check are conditions of employment.
**All applicants are required to attend a skills review**
Call 346-6207 to register for the next Skills Review.
Please submit a resume, including when you are available to work and how many hours per week you would like to work, with a cover letter and a copy of all awards to:
Mail: Steinbach Aquatic Centre, 225 Reimer Avenue, Steinbach MB R5G 2J1
E-mail: aquaticcentre@steinbach.ca
In Person: Steinbach Aquatic Centre, 330 Park Road East
Direct any inquiries to the Aquatic Centre at 346-6520.
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