A Comprehensive Approach to the Development of Proper Technique
2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR SEASON
Teen Beginner Group Instructional Swim Lessons
Teen Beginner Lessons are designed for youth ages 12-17 wishing to improve technique and confidence in the water. Instruction is in small groups with similar skill levels ranging from beginner through intermediate.
LOCATION:
- TEACHING POOL
- Boston Sports Institute
900 Worcester St, Wellesley, MA
SEASON INFORMATION:
- CRA School Year Season Weekly Group Lessons run consecutively (blackout dates-click to view calendar) SUN September 10, 2023 - SUN May 26, 2024
LESSON INFORMATION:
TUE 7:15-8:15pm
THU 7:15-8:15pm
- Lessons are 60 minutes each
- Instructors teach in water and from deck
NOTE: Spectators are not permitted during any instructional or team programming.
Teen Beginner Crash Course
Calling All Teen Beginners! Ready to learn this important life skill? Ready to be confident and safe in the water?
These short courses are designed for all teen beginner or intermediate swimmers.
NOTE: Spectators are not permitted during any instructional or team programming.
WHERE:
Teaching Pool
Boston Sports Institute, 900 Worcester Street, Wellesley, MA
WHAT TO EXPECT:
Intensive instruction, attention to detail, individualized feedback, improvement of technique, increased confidence and safety in the water.
JOIN US for the Teen Beginner CRASH COURSE!
For details, schedule and to register for Teen Beginner Crash Course, click HERE
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.
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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:
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SCHOOL YEAR SEASON | Sept-May | GROUP LESSONS
COST:
$200/month
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.
Technique & Training Tune-Up (T3U)
Take Instructional Swim to the Next Level!
Technique & Training Tune Up (T3U) is designed for swimmers ages 8+. T3U is not a learn-to-swim program. Participants must have proficiency in all 4 competitive strokes and be able to swim freestyle for 200-500 continuous yards. Training is structured like a swim team workout with a coach on deck. It is intended to polish technique and increase endurance and speed.
WHERE:
COMPETITION POOL
Boston Sports Institute
900 Worcester St., Wellesley, MA
T3U SCHOOL YEAR SEASON 2023-2024
September 10, 2023-May 26, 2024
For details, schedule and to register for T3U, click HERE
Springboard Diving
Dive in with CRA! Learn the technique, terminology and fundamentals of springboard diving. These classes are appropriate for ALL levels--first time on the board or years of experience. Beginner and Advanced Classes are offered. ALL are WELCOME!
Prerequisites:
- Participants must be comfortable in deep (12.5 feet) water
- Participants must be able to swim to the ladder unassisted from the middle of the deep end of the pool
- Participants must be able to dive from a starting block unassisted to attend these classes*
*NOTE: This is NOT a learn-to-dive program
WHERE:
COMPETITION POOL
Boston Sports Institute
900 Worcester St., Wellesley, MA
SPRINGBOARD DIVING SCHOOL YEAR SEASON 2023-2024
September 10, 2023-May 26, 2024
For details, schedule and to register for Springboard Diving, click HERE
CRA RECREATIONAL YOUTH SWIM TEAM
The Charles River Aquatics Recreational Youth Swim Team offers athletes, interested in being part of a swim team, the opportunity to do so without the commitment of joining a USA Swimming Team*. Athletes benefit from the positive team atmosphere which is conducive to individual development and growth, while enjoying the camaraderie and having fun. Workouts are structured to fine-tune technique, increase endurance and practice skills for racing.
Athletes may choose to join the CRA Recreational Swim Team independently or in conjunction with Technique & Training Tune-Up (T3U) workouts.
*Note--Participation in the CRA Recreational Youth Swim Team is not intended to advance swimmers to the CRA Dragons Swim Team, nor does it guarantee placement on the team. This team does not, at this time, participate in any swim meets.
PREREQUISITES:
- Ages 8-17
- This is not a learn-to-swim program. Athletes must be proficient in all 4 competitive strokes and able to swim freestyle 200-500 yards continuously.
Placement on the CRA Recreational Swim Team requires a tryout.
WHERE:
COMPETITION POOL
Boston Sports Institute
900 Worcester St., Wellesley, MA
CRA REC TEAM SCHOOL YEAR SEASON 2023-2024
September 10, 2023-May 26, 2024
For details, schedule and to register for the Rec Team, click HERE
CRA CLINICS for TEENS
CRA offers focused intensive instructional clinics for teens in specific skill areas.
These include:
- Instructional Swim
- Technical Improvement Series: Stroke, Starts & Turns
- Technique & Training Tune-Up (T3U)
- Springboard Diving
- Boot Camp
Click HERE for detailed descriptions, schedules and to register for CRA Clinics
Charles River Aquatics American Red Cross Lifeguard Training & Certification Course
WHERE:
COMPETITION POOL
Boston Sports Institute
900 Worcester St., Wellesley, MA
For details, schedule and to register for Lifeguard Training, click HERE