Adult Group Instructional Swim Programs

A Comprehensive Approach to the Development of Proper Technique

Distinctive in approach, instruction at Charles River Aquatics emphasizes proper technique as a solid foundation for the development of strong, safe, efficient swimmers.
 
Specific skills define each instructional level in CRA’s unique approach. In this cumulative curriculum, instructors focus on achievement of these milestones in the development of technique for advancement. In-water and on-deck coaching support, small class sizes, and detailed progress notes yield individualized instruction with proven results.
 
All CRA Instructors are provided extensive and ongoing training in the CRA approach and philosophy guaranteeing a high-quality consistent experience for students.  The positive, encouraging environment, coupled with a cumulative, tiered curriculum, fosters individual growth and achievement, motivating students to strive for excellence while emphasizing cooperation and sportsmanship, assuring swimmers achieve their goals in the water.
 
At CRA, small group instructional programming for adults is offered in two formats--Swim Lessons or Small Group Coaching.  See the descriptions below for details.  
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2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR SEASON

Adult Beginner Group Instructional Swim Lessons

LOCATION:

  • TEACHING POOL
  • Boston Sports Institute
    900 Worcester St, Wellesley, MA

SEASON INFORMATION:

 

LESSON INFORMATION:

ADULT BEGINNER

TUE 10:00-11:00am

THU 10:00-11:00am

SAT 3:30-4:30pm

SUN 3:30-4:30pm

REGISTRATION INFORMATION:

  • Join the CRA Instructional Swim Program at any time during the School Year Season.  Register and begin swimming on or after the first of the following month (disregard the start date generated by the registration system).
  • Select class day and time for the entire School Year Season.  CRA does not operate with a sessions model during the School Year Season. Once set with a day and time, it remains locked in unless lessons are discontinued.
  • All new swimmers are evaluated upon arrival for the first lesson and instruction is provided at an appropriate individual level.
  • To discontinue, email registrar@charlesriveraquatics.com.  30 days notice required.
  • Register for one or more lesson per week.
  • CRA does not offer make-up lessons or credits for missed lessons.

BILLING INFORMATION:

  • SCHOOL YEAR SEASON | Sept-May | GROUP LESSONS

COST:

$200/month

*$150/month TUE 2:30 class

BILLING:

Tuition is billed during the first week of each month.

Billing is structured as follows:  Begin by creating an account with CRA, registering the swimmer(s) and entering payment information.  The first tuition payment will be deducted on the first of the following month and the first lesson, on or after the first of that month.  (For example—if a swimmer is registered on October 20, the first tuition payment will be November 1, and the first lessons, in the first week of November).

After the first tuition payment, deductions occur during the first week of the month through June.

*Monthly tuition represents an average monthly cost based on the total number of lessons offered during the School Year Season.

To cancel, email registrar@charlesriveraquatics.com.

30 days notice is required to cancel.  CRA does not prorate tuition.

SUMMER LESSON SEASON TUITION

A one-time tuition payment is due at registration.

 

Summer Session Adult Beginner Crash Course

Calling All ADULT Beginners!  Ready to learn this important life skill?  Ready to be confident and safe in the water for summer fun?

Join CRA for the ADULT BEGINNER CRASH COURSE!

This course is designed for all adult beginners.

WHERE:

Teaching Pool

Boston Sports Institute, 900 Worcester Street, Wellesley, MA

WHEN:

 

WHAT TO BRING:

  • goggles
  • towel
  • full, labeled, plastic water bottle

WHAT TO EXPECT:

Intensive instruction, attention to detail, individualized feedback, improvement of technique, increased confidence and safety in the water.

NOTE: Spectators are not permitted during any instructional or team programming.

COST:

$100/2 hour class

ADULT SMALL GROUP COACHING

Ready to take instruction to the next level?  Refine skills, increase endurance and speed with Small Group Coaching for Adults.

WHERE:

COMPETITION POOL

Boston Sports Institute
900 Worcester St., Wellesley, MA

WHEN:

School Year Season, SUN September 10, 2023 - SAT May 26, 2024

MON 10:00-11:00am

TUE 11:00am-12:00pm

THU 11:00am-12:00pm

SUN 8:15-9:15am

SUN 10:00-11:00am

 

Summer Session 2023 - Sign up for Individual Classes

SAT JULY 1, 12:45-1:45pm

SAT JULY 15, 12:45-1:45pm

SAT AUG 12, 12:45-1:45pm

COST:

School Year Season - $200/month/option

Early Summer/Summer Individual Classes - $50/class

BILLING INFORMATION:

After the first tuition payment, deductions occur during the first week of the month through June.

*Monthly tuition represents an average monthly cost based on the total number of lessons offered during the School Year Season.

To cancel, email registrar@charlesriveraquatics.com.

30 days notice is required to cancel.  CRA does not prorate tuition.

 

Instructional Level Descriptions

PRE-MASTERS SWIM TEAM CLASS

Are you interested in joining the CRA Masters Swim Team but unsure you are ready for the workout?  Join the CRA Pre Masters Class!  This program is designed for adult swimmers ready to learn the fundamentals of a swim team workout while refining technique and increasing endurance. The CRA Pre-Masters Class is ideal preparation for the CRA Masters Swim Team and great for total body fitness.

PREREQUISITE:
Participants must be able to swim 200 yards continuously.

WHERE:

COMPETITION POOL

Boston Sports Institute
900 Worcester St., Wellesley, MA

WHEN:

School Year Season, SUN September 10, 2023 - SAT May 26, 2024

SUN 11:00am-12:00pm

COST:

School Year Season - $140/month

BILLING INFORMATION:

After the first tuition payment, deductions occur during the first week of the month through June.

*Monthly tuition represents an average monthly cost based on the total number of lessons offered during the School Year Season.

To cancel, email registrar@charlesriveraquatics.com.

30 days notice is required to cancel.  CRA does not prorate tuition.

 

LEARN ABOUT the CRA MASTERS SWIM TEAM HERE

 

 

Instructional Level Descriptions