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Preschool 1: Swim for Life®

swimming lessons
Sunday, May 3, 2026 • 2:30 PM - 3:00 PMRenfrew Aquatic & Recreation Centre
Preschool 1: Swim for Life®

About this event

This swim lesson will introduce your preschooler to being safe in and around water. They will learn: how to enter and exit shallow water put their face in the water blow bubbles how to float on their front and back Prerequisite: None Please bring: Swimsuit, towel, swim diaper and plastic pants if not toilet trained. Forms/waivers: None

Time

2:30 PM

Sunday • 30 mins

Venue

Renfrew Aquatic & Recreation Centre

Calgary, AB

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