Swim for Life Lessons

Overview & FAQs

Brief Overview of Swim Lessons

🏊 Saturday Swim Lessons


  • Prerequisite: None

  • Sessions: Three (3) 8-week sessions (Fall, Winter, Spring*)

  • Practice Times: Saturdays, 30-min classes* between 10 AM – 12 PM

  • Ages: 3–12 years

  • Cost: $140 per 8-week session (8 classes total)*

    • **Spring Swim Lesson Session: This session is reduced to 6 weeks, but each class is lengthened to 40 mins. This is due to MtA closing the pool facility for repair.

Brief Overview of Autism Swim Program

Our Autism Swim 6 WEEK Program is a specialized, inclusive swimming instruction program designed for children and youth on the autism spectrum. Using evidence-based teaching methods, our certified instructors provide one-on-one support in a safe, understanding environment.

The program's primary focus is drowning prevention through vital water safety skills. Participants learn essential safety rules including always waiting for permission before entering water, never swimming alone, and recognizing water hazards. Our adaptive teaching approach helps swimmers build confidence and competence through skills such as floating, climbing along pool sides, safe deck walking, and comfort in deep water.

  • Prerequisite: None

  • Sessions:  6-week sessions (Winter)

  • Practice Times: Saturdays, 30-min classes, 11:30 AM – 12 PM

  • Ages: 5 –16 years

  • Cost: $160 per 6-week session (6 classes total)


I am not sure what level I should register my child?

If you are unsure of what level you should register your child, please take a look at the resources below:

Swimmer 1 through 6 At-A-Glance
Preschool 1 through 3 At-A-Glance (Preschool 4&5 not offered)

If you still have questions regarding placement, please do not hesitate to contact Brenna Maddalena at coachbrennar@gmail.com.

When can I register my child?

Our 2026 Winter registration opens on Saturday, January 3rd. Shark Bait lessons begin on January 13th and Saturday swim lessons will begin January 17th.

Registration closes on January 24, 2026.

Reduced fees are not offered for late registration after session has begun.


Sackville Swim Lessons Refund Policy

Swim lesson fees are session based, and not individual lesson based. The refund policy for swim lessons is as follows:


  • If parent provides written notification of swimmer withdrawal to SSC Treasurer prior to date of first swim lesson of the session: full refund.
  • NO refunds will be issued for swimmer withdrawals on or after the session start date. 


Written notification of swimmer withdrawal must be sent to Sackville Swim Club Treasurer: sackvilleswimclubtreasurer@gmail.com.



NOTE 


  • Adjusted refunds will be considered for withdrawals due to medical reasons or extenuating circumstances. 
  • Refunds will NOT be issued for individual lessons missed due to unexpected Mount Allison University facility closures, including storm closures or emergency building maintenance. 
Do you offer private lessons?

Private lessons are limited and only available at the discretion of the Head Coach. If you feel this option would better suit your child, please contact us.

Offered based on several factors such as instructor availability.