Swim Levels & Descriptions

From first splashes to competitive strokes — every swimmer has a place at Fintastic. Explore our carefully designed levels below.

Parent & Me Classes

Dive into fun together! Our Parent & Me classes are designed for babies and toddlers aged 2 months to 36 months, with a parent in the water every step of the way.

Mini Stars 1

2 – 10 months

Babies begin their water journey, acclimating to a new environment. Focus is on introducing water in a comfortable, secure way — while providing a FINTASTIC bonding opportunity for parents and their little ones.

Milestones

Basic water comfort
Supported floating
Gentle movement & muscle memory
Early coordination drills

Mini Stars 2

11 – 21 months

Babies grow in water confidence as they explore more movement and interaction. Sessions strengthen the parent–child bond while building foundational aquatic skills in a playful environment.

Milestones

Water confidence building
Supported kicking & movement
Floating & submersion introduction
Parent bonding drills

Mini Stars 3

22 – 36 months

Toddlers are ready for more advanced skills and greater independence. Emphasis is placed on building strength, listening skills, pool awareness, and practicing the safety pledge.

Milestones

Independent swimming & kicking
Floating & safety drills
Grabbing, jumping & reaching
Safety pledge & pool awareness

Advancing to the Next Level

Our instructors continuously evaluate each child's progress. When a swimmer demonstrates mastery of all required milestones for their current level, they'll be recommended to advance — ensuring every child moves forward at the right time, with confidence and safety.

Group Classes

Our group levels are designed for swimmers aged 3 and up, with a 4:1 student-to-teacher ratio ensuring every child gets the attention they need to thrive.

Star 1

Ages 3+

First Star level without a parent in the water. Focus on building water comfort through foundational skills — breath control, basic kicking, and safety drills leading to early independent swimming.

Skills Worked On

Pool Safety & Superstar Safety Pledge
Assisted Starfish Back Float & Rollover
Breath Control & Kicking Technique
Safety Drill – Crab Walk, Climb Up, Jump & Turn

Star 2

Ages 3+

Swimmers continue building water confidence while refining breath control and safety skills. Focus on strengthening flutter kick, introducing "swim, float, swim," and the jellyfish arm technique.

Skills Worked On

Water Confidence & Breath Control
Starfish Back Float & Roll Over
Safety Drill – Assisted Kick, Float, Kick
Jellyfish Arms with Flutter Kick

Star 3

Ages 3+

Swimmers build independence through strong kicking, breath control, and basic freestyle arms. Focus on body positioning, comfort in the water, and the "swim, float, swim" safety sequence.

Skills Worked On

Kicking Technique & Drills
Streamline Kick
Unassisted Starfish Float & Rollover
Unassisted Freestyle Arms

Star 4

Ages 3+

Focus on developing proper freestyle technique — correct breathing, body alignment, and arm coordination. Swimmers are also introduced to backstroke through targeted drills.

Skills Worked On

Safety Drill – Unassisted Kick, Float, Kick, Float
Freestyle Drills & Technique
Introduction to Backstroke
Unassisted 3-3 Drill

Star 5

Ages 3+

Swimmers refine freestyle technique while building the foundation for backstroke. Emphasis on proper body alignment, breathing, and arm coordination through targeted drills.

Skills Worked On

Freestyle Drills & Proper Freestyle Swim
Backstroke Drills & Proper Backstroke Swim
Unassisted Freestyle & Backstroke Swim

Star 6

Ages 3+

Swimmers learn breaststroke and butterfly — the most advanced and physically demanding strokes. Focus on building strength, coordination, and technical accuracy for competitive swimming.

Skills Worked On

Freestyle & Backstroke Technique
Introduction to Breaststroke
Introduction to Butterfly

Star 7

Ages 3+

Swimmers master all four competitive strokes — butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle. Emphasis on refining technique, improving endurance, and preparing for swim team participation.

Skills Worked On

Individual Medley (IM)
Flip Turns
Endurance & Circle Swim

Evaluating & Advancing Swimmers

To advance to the next level, swimmers must successfully master both the safety and unassisted drills required for their current Star level. Our instructors continuously evaluate progress to ensure every swimmer moves forward with confidence, safety, and the skills they need to succeed.