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Swim strokes skills 4: kids & teens

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Tuesday, September 8, 2026 • 6:00 PM - 6:45 PMThornhill Aquatic & Recreation Centre
Swim strokes skills 4: kids & teens

About this event

Kids and teens who have not completed the stroke requirements for Swimmer 4 can practice and improve them in this swimming lesson. In a smaller class size, they will work on passing the requirements for: front and back crawl whip kick breaststroke Prerequisite: Swimmer 4 Please bring: Swimsuit, towel Forms/waivers: None

Time

6:00 PM

Tuesday • 45 mins

Venue

Thornhill Aquatic & Recreation Centre

Calgary, AB

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