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Welcome to Northshore Swim The Northshore’s Source for Swim Lessons Mandeville – Covington – Abita – Slidell – Ponchatoula – Amite
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Welcome to Northshore Swim…
a swimming facility dedicated to teaching individuals the fundamentals of swimming and water safety. Northshore Swim understands how teaching swim skills to all ages is vital, including special-need learners! Northshore Swim is a member of the US Swim Association. Our philosophy is based on developing individuals into confident, happy swimmers. Instruction, at all times, is focused on your or your child's enjoyment. From infant to senior citizen, Northshore Swim will have you swimming like a fish. We are dedicated professionals who are passionately involved in the sport. Northshore Swim on Facebook
About Us
Northshore Swim (NS) is a year-round swim instruction facility. During the summer months, the pool is open to the outdoors surrounded by a lush, tropical landscape. Parents are welcome to stay and watch at one of several umbrella covered tables or watch from the pool house where there is a snack bar, restroom and changing facilities. In addition, the pool house houses water safety instruction- a Red Cross video presentation of the "Do's and Don'ts" around water. For the fall, winter and spring months, the pool is enclosed and the water heated. An air-filled dome structure is placed over the pool and deck area providing a comfortable environment to learn and watch. Swimming is a learned skill that takes time, practice and repetition to master with confidence for not only fun and sport, but also for safety. For this reason, NS strongly encourages and promotes swimming year-round for cardio conditioning along with skill development. NS is managed and directed by Gitte Tannehill. Gitte holds a Master's Degree in Education, is an American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, a Certified Lifeguard and a Professional Rescuer. In 2005, Gitte, "Ms. Gitte" as she is called by her students, completed "Aqua-Babies" instruction that was taught by a United States Swim School Association (USSSA) licensed instructor in California and also, in Denmark, Gitte's country of origin where she earned her swim instructor's certificate. Over the past 10 years, Gitte has consistently provided quality instruction. Next to having fun, her highest priority is getting results in the pool. Rounding out the staff at Northshore Swim is Sarah, Anna, and Britt Tannehill who are all American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors (WSI) and each have swim team experience. That's right, it's a family affair- let us get you and your loved ones safe and having fun in the water. Call, email, or write to us today. We welcome you to Northshore Swim! A new addition to the team is Mark Becnel. He is a Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor, Red Cross Water Safety Instructor and an instructor for Boy Scouts. Facility In-ground 32,000 gallon heated pool with 50' lap lane and 16' x 20' teaching square. The pool is kept at an optimal 88 degrees at all times- Never blues lips or bathtub hot swimming at Northshore Swim. In the cold, we put up a bubble. Take the tour below to see the bubble. In addition to having a heater, Northshore's pool can be cooled in the summer by turning on its built-in fountain. The pool was designed for teaching- shallow depth, and step benches for the small swimmers, and chairs and tables on deck for the parents to watch poolside. Take a tour of our facility! Watch this video…
What Classes We Offer
AquaBaby (AB)						Level 1
AquaBaby classes are a unique opportunity for parents to interact with their children in a constructive environment. Participant ages range from 8 months to 2 years of age! The class is setup to include eight, 30 minute lessons on weekdays or four, 45 minute lessons on Saturdays. Learning objectives include: a.     Becoming comfortable in the water b.     Blowing bubbles c.     Breathing control d.     Basic kicking All instruction is centered on building confidence and familiarity of the aquatic environment. He/she is taught to submerge their face in the water and kick to the side of the pool (steps).						Level 1 classes allow for an introduction to strong swimming ability by reinforcing the basics of swimming. Participant ages start at 2 years old. The class is setup to include eight, 30 minute lessons on weekdays or four, 45 minute lessons on Saturdays. Lesson 1 classes promote skill advancement in the following areas: a.     Blowing bubbles b.     Face Underwater c.     Emotions (No Crying) d.     Kick on the kickboard e.     Float on the back (w/ help) f.      Swim out to instructor Used as ARC Preschool 1 and Preschool 2
Level 2			Level 3					Level 4
Level 2 classes aim to provide the next step towards proficient swimming. Participant ages start at 3 years old. The class is setup to include eight, 30 minute lessons on weekdays or four, 45 minute lessons on Saturdays. Participants must be able to successfully complete all of Level 1 requirements prior to enrollment. Lesson 2 classes promote skill advancement in the following areas: a.     Swim out to instructor b.     Come up for air c.     Float on back d.     Introduction to backstroke			Level 3 classes aim to provide the next step towards proficient swimming. The class is setup to include eight, 30 minute lessons on weekdays or four, 45 minute lessons on Saturdays. Participants must be able to successfully complete all of Level 2 requirements prior to enrollment. Lesson 3 classes promote skill advancement to complete the following objectives: a.     Swim 10 yards of freestyle with controlled side breathing. b.     Backstroke 5 yards unassisted. c.     Introduction to breaststroke. d.     Introduction to butterfly.					Level 4 classes aim to provide the next step towards proficient swimming. The class is setup to include eight, 30 minute lessons on weekdays or four, 45 minute lessons on Saturdays. Participants must be able to successfully complete all of Level 3 requirements prior to enrollment. Lesson 4 classes promote skill advancement to complete the following objectives: a.     Swim 10 years with each of the following stroke: a.     Freestyle b.     Backstroke c.     Breaststroke d.     Butterfly b.     Controlled breathing for all strokes. c.     Flip turn
Schedules
INTERACTIVE CALENDAR
TRADITIONAL CALENDAR		AquaBaby					Swim Levels 1 through 4
Session 1		No AquaBaby this Session!					Starting at 4, 4:30, 5, and 5:30 pm.
Session Saturday 1		Starting at 11:30 am.					Starting at 10 and 10:45 am.
Session 2		Only at 6 pm.					Starting at 4, 4:30, 5, and 5:30 pm.
Session Saturday 2		Starting at 11:30 am.					Starting at 10 and 10:45 am.
Session 3		Only at 6 pm.					Starting at 4, 4:30, 5, and 5:30 pm.
Session 4		Starting at 10 am, and 6 pm.					Starting at 9:30, 10:30 am, 4, 4:30, 5, and 5:30 pm.
Session Saturday 3		Starting at 11:30 am.					Starting at 10 and 10:45 am.
Session 5 April 19, 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 28, 29		Only at 6 pm.					Starting at 9:30, 10, 10:30 am, 4, 4:30, 5, and 5:30 pm.
Session 6 May 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, 12, 13		Only at 10 am.					Starting at 9:30, 10:30 am, 4, 4:30, 5, and 5:30 pm.
Session Saturday 4 May 22, 29 June 5, 12		Starting at 11:30 am.					Starting at 10 and 10:45 am.
Session 7 May 17, 18, 19, 20, 24, 25, 26, 27		Starting at 11 am, and 6:30 pm.					Starting at 9:30, 10, 10:30 am, 3, 3:30, 4, 4:30, 5, 5:30, 6,and 6:30 pm.
Session 8 May 31 June 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10		No AquaBaby this Session!					Starting at 9, 9:30, 10, 10:30, 11 am, 3:30, 4, 4:30, 5, 5:30, 6, and 6:30 pm.
Session 9 June 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24		Starting at 11:30 am, and 6:30 pm.					Starting at 9, 9:30, 10, 10:30, 11 am, 3:30, 4, 4:30, 5, 5:30, 6, and 6:30 pm.
Session Saturday 5 NEW SESSION June 19, 26 July 17, 24		No AquaBaby this Session!					Starting at 10, 10:45, and 11:30 am.
Session 10 June 28, 29, 30 July 1, 12, 13, 14, 15		No AquaBaby this Session!					Starting at 9, 9:30, 10, 10:30 am, 3:30, 4, 4:30, 5, 5:30, and 6 pm.
Session 11 July 19, 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 28, 29		Starting at 11 am, and 6:30 pm.					Starting at 9, 9:30, 10, 10:30 am, 3:30, 4, 4:30, 5, 5:30, and 6 pm.
Session Saturday 6 NEW SESSION July 31 August 7, 14, 21		No AquaBaby this Session!					Starting at 10 and 10:45 am.
Session 12 August 2, 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12		Only at 6 pm.					Starting at 9, 9:30, 10, 10:30 am, 3:30, 4, 4:30, 5, and 5:30 pm.
Session 13 August 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25, 26		Only at 6:30 pm.					Starting at 4, 4:30, 5, 5:30, and 6 pm.
Session 14 August 31 September 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23		Call for times.					Starting at 4, 4:30, 5, and 5:30 pm.
Session Saturday 7 NEW SESSION August 28 September 4, 11, 18		Starting at 11:30 am.					Starting at 10 and 10:45 am.
Registration
Enrollment and Policy: All swim lesson classes are held in 30 minute increments (example: 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.) on weekdays or 45 minute increments (example: 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.) on Saturdays in small groupings- 2 students per instructor. Advanced swimmers (pre-swim team) will be grouped 2-4 per instructor to optimize lap lane. Water safety instruction (15 minute video) is given at the end of each swim lesson. It should be seen at least twice by the swim student.   Classes during the summer months are scheduled Monday through Thursday for two (2) consecutive weeks for a total of eight (8) lessons each 30 minutes.  In the fall, winter, and spring when school is in session, classes are held twice a week, Tuesday and Thursday, for four (4) weeks, a total of eight (8) lessons each 30 minutes. Saturday classes are available for four (4) weeks, a total of four (4) lessons, each 45 minutes. Friday is a make-up day due to lightning (Friday of the same week). Illnesses or other family emergencies are not rescheduled unless agreed to prior to the scheduled class date. Here is the printable registration form: REGISTRATION FORM Here is the printable evaluation form: EVALUATION FORM
Fee Schedule: The following fee schedule reflects our knowledge and experience in getting your child learn to swim in the shortest period of time. We are in our 10th year of continuous operation and are passionate about swimming and having kid's learn to swim.
AquaBaby 2010 Season: Eight 30 minute weekday lessons $110 Four 45 minute Saturday lessons $110 Each student will be charged a $25 registration fee once per calendar year.					Swim Lessons - Levels 1-4 2010 Season: Adults and Youth Eight 30 minute weekday lessons $165 Four 45 minute Saturday lessons $165 Each student will be charged a $25 registration fee once per calendar year.
Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding our services or website, please contact us by calling or e-mailing us and we'll get back to you as soon as possible. Location and Mailing address: Northshore Swim 690 Albert St. Mandeville, LA 70448 Phone Number: 985-626-9456 Email: Lessons@swimstroke.com Webmaster: Webmaster@swimstroke.com
Interactive Map and Directions
Click here for an interactive map and directions finder. Mark Becnel Photography swim.printroom.com