KIDS SWIMSAFER PROGRAM

SwimSafer Program for KIDS

* Duration : 45 minutes per lesson

Designed for:
The kid SwimSafer program is specially tailored for kids aged 4-15 years old.  SwimSafer, a new national water safety programme, is designed to teach your child the most important skill they will ever need - swimming in a fun and safe way.

The six-stage progressive programme will help children of all ages and abilities develop water safety and swimming skills at their own pace through a positive, fun learning experience.  What's more, with our certified SwimSafer Instructor and small classes (instructor-child ratio 1:10), you can be assured that your child will have a fun, safe swim.

Have Fun, Swim Safe!  



Our Fee:

Note : All prices are subjected to changes without prior notice.

Season Festival Notice 2016

Chinese New Year Holiday Closure Notice

Dear swimmers, parents and friends,

Our office will be closed from February 7 -12 to celebrate the 2016 Chinese New Year holiday.  There will be no aquatics & aerial activities and lessons during this festive period.  All activities will resume as usual on February 13.

Have a Happy Lunar New Year everyone!!!

Website REVAMP!

SWIM FITNESS / STROKE CORRECTION PROGRAM

Swim Fitness/Stroke Correction Clinic

* Duration : 45 minutes per lesson


Designed for:
This program is specially tailored for all age group swimmers who have advanced swimming ability, knowledge of all four strokes, and/or swim competitively, as well as for those who simply keen in keeping fit and healthy. Our coach will concentrate on stroke development and refinement as well as building strength and stamina; hence appropriate training program based on the individual objective and performance will be evaluated.


Our Fee:

Note : All prices are subjected to changes without prior notice.

YOUNG TODDLER LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM

Toddler Learn-To-Swim

* Duration : 30 minutes per lesson.

** Parent in-water involvement is compulsory during pool lesson.


Designed for:

The young toddler program is specially tailored for kids aged 2 – below 4 years old. At this level, the program of swimming includes an age-appropriate swim-float-swim sequence. It begins with water introduction, propulsion training, submersion, opening their eyes in the water and floating exercises. Water safety and confidence training will be included in this course program.

Our Fee:

Note : All prices are subjected to changes without prior notice.

ENROLLMENT FOR SWIMMERS !

COMPETITIVE SQUAD TRAINING ... ...

STARTING IN APRIL 2016!!!

We are looking for NEW SWIMMERS to join our Pre-Competitive and Competitive Team.  

• Age Group : To Be Advised
• Venue : To Be Advised
• Duration : 90 minutes per session
• Training Schedule : Once or twice weekly minimum (Lane usage provided)

(1) Pre-Competitive Team

Through this Pre-Competitive program, your child will increase his or her proficiency and acquire the skills necessary to enter into our Competitive Team. If your child has the ability and desire to move to the competitive team, bring his/her in for a free assessment & trial session!

(2) Competitive Team

There is NO substitute for having efficient stroke mechanics. The longer a person swims incorrectly, the more difficult it becomes to change their habits. Swimming correctly means swimming smoothly and efficiently. Essentially we attempt to the waters resistance and maximize the swimmers propulsive forces. Training the energy system is of secondary importance to learning efficient technique. Thus swimmers will be allocated into training groups, in according to their ability levels.

Register Your Interest NOW!

We are in the midst of planning, more information will be furnished nearer to the pre-selection date.  Please register your interest for your child by sending an email to coachcarl@live.com.sg with your name/child's name, child's date of birth and contact number.  Maximum of 15 swimmers on a First Come First Served basis.  

Adult Swimming Program

At CoachCarl Aquatics and Recreational Lifestyle (C.A.R.L.), our approach is unique – For us, swimming is about wellness. Regular swimming can reduces stress, help in alleviate depression; enhance cardiovascular fitness while increasing muscle strength and endurance, especially for those with injuries. Swimming is a low impact form of exercise that allows adults to continue exercising without fear of strain or re-injury. It’s a whole body, whole being, whole life exercise that makes you feel a whole lot better - CARL is a swim school that will take you there. We take a holistic approach to the science of swimming and a scientific approach to the art of swimming. It is our responsibility for ensuring that we get you the results you seek; it’s not about us or our method – IT’S ABOUT YOU!

C.A.R.L.’s adult swimming program offers group instruction for participant ages 15 and above. We customize our swim program just to cater specially for adult learners. Our professional certified instructor will help you gain the skill – that “life skill” confidently, and guide you to become a better swimmer with graceful swimming strokes confidently with ease!

We only work with a small number of swimmers at a time. So you can be assured of our full energy and undivided attention. This way we can guarantee the quality of teaching. Our swim classes are categorized into 6 swimming levels to maximize your learning experience.

Level 1 :
Aquatics Basic Course (ABC)

Duration : 12 - 16 lessons

Program Details :-

This class is designed for those with little or no experience at all. No matter what is your age, it is never too late to learn how to swim. The goal for this class is to develop confidence and independence in the water. The fundamentals of swimming strokes and mechanics, as well as the basic of water safety skills, such as buoyancy skills, basic sculling action , forward and backward movement, safe entry and exit, gliding, breathing control, proper body positions and personal water safety will be introduced - all aimed to build your water confidence and improve your performance in the water. 

• Entry / Exit (Technique); 
• Rhythmic breathing (Inhale and Exhale - develop better control);
• Floatation on front and back (Develop Balance);
• Introduction to flutter & breaststroke kicks (Coordination);
• Submersion (Water Confidence);
• Streamline / push off and glide on the front and back (Body Position);
• Basic arm action introduction / Basic Sculling;
• Basic water survival skill and water safety. 

Level 2 :
Aquatics Basic Intermediate (Breaststroke)

Duration : 16 - 20 lesson

Program Details :-

This class is designed for the well-adjusted swimmer who wants to advance his or her first basic swimming stroke, i.e. breaststroke. You will learn proper stroke mechanics, breathing skills and coordination skills. The general goal of this classes allow you to swim more efficiency and effortlessly - this will definitely make swimming more enjoyable.

Note
* Assessment criteria for level (2 - 5):-

• Participant(s) must be able to perform all of the above skills mentioned at level 1, comfortably and confidently. 
• Participants must propel about a distance of 10 meters. 

* The numbers of class duration is an estimate and subjected to the physical and learning conditions of swimmer.



Level 3 :
Aquatics Basic Advance (Front Crawl Stroke)

Duration : 16 - 20 lesson


Level 4 :
Aquatics Intermediate (Backstroke)

Duration : 16 - 20 lessons


Level 5 :
Aquatics Intermediate Advance (Butterfly stroke)
Duration : 20 - 24 lessons

Program Details :-

Swimmer in this category (level 3 - 5) can look forward to learning new strokes such as Front Crawl, Backstroke and butterfly. You will learn proper stroke mechanics, breathing skills, as well as coordination skills required of each stroke. The general goal of this class allow you to swim more efficiency and effortlessly - this will definitely make swimming more enjoyable. 

TRAINING INFO:-

• Duration per session : 45 minutes 
• Venue : Available at all Sport Singapore Swimming Complexes. Private lessons can be conducted at Condo Pool, Private Residences upon request. 
• Swim Fee is based on per swimmer per month basis. Subjected to 4 lessons in a month* (Swim School's Terms and Conditions apply). 
• Training Days : WEEKDAYS [Monday - Thursday]; WEEKENDS [Friday - Sunday] 

PRICE PLAN :-

EXTRA INFO :-

Listed below are some ways you can improve your comfort level and succeed in our swimming classes: -

• Sign up for the appropriate class based on skill level. You may find guidelines as mentioned above to assist you in determining the correct class level. 
• Attend all classes and arrive on time. 
• Review the skills taught after each class. You can monitor your progress. The class will be taught in accordance with the skill level of the group (Performance-based). 
• If you have concerns about your progress, please speak to your instructor either before or after the training. 
• It is important to realize that all people learn differently, especially some of the more challenging motor skills in a foreign environment (the water) where breathing must be managed when the face is in the water. Do not be discouraged if you are not progressing up to par with your peers. Just be patient, have fun and congratulate yourself for taking up swimming lessons to improve your health and fitness. 
• Visit the pool between classes. You need time to become comfortable in the water and to practice the skills being taught. 

Please register your interest by sending an email to coachcarl@live.com.sg with your name, preferred location, preferred timeslot (e.g. weekday after 7pm) and contact information.

Season's Greetings & A Happy New Year!!

CENTRALIZED TEST DATE FOR 2016

Singapore Swimming Proficiency Award (SSPA)

A) Test Fee

• $10 per test

B) Test Dates for 2016

• To be confirmed

C) Centralized Test Venue 

• Toa Payoh Swimming Complex

D) Time 

• 9am - 1pm

E) How do I register for my test 

• Booking of test date can be done via SSA online platform [www.swimming.org.sg],or register your interest with our coaching team at least 3 weeks in advanced.

KIDS SWIMMING CLASSES - Enrolment starts NOW!

Singapore Swimming Proficiency Award (SSPA)

A)  Objectives of SSPA

• To Provide progression for swimming after SwimSafer
• To raise the level of swimming proficiency of students and the general public
• To increase the level of technical expertise among our swimming coaches
• To provide a talent pool for the next generation of Singapore competitive swimmers

    

B)  Levels of Achievement

• A total of 20 certificates and badges can be attained if the swimmer completes all the level. Nonetheless, the swimmer may wish to challenge himself or herself by attempting any particular level of swim test.
• In completion of level 1, 2 or 3, the swimmer has an option to purchase a rainbow certificate and badge.
• All strokes are to be swum in compliance with FINA rules for competitive swimming.
• The minimum criteria - SwimSafer stage 1 / Learn to play / NASSA / SSA Time Trial.

C)  Course Fee

D)  Test Fee

• The price is at S$10 per test, however special package deals are also available:

E)  Test Details

• Centralized test venue :- Toa Payoh Swimming Complex.
• Frequency :- Every quarter [March / June / September / December] on the last weekend of the month
• Time : 9am - 1pm
• Booking of test date can be done via SSA online platform [www.swimming.org.sg], or register your interest with our coaching team.  

Season's Greeting & Happy New Year!

Season greetings to our dearest swimmers/parents & working partners,

As we celebrate the end of yet another year

and indulge ourselves this festive seasons. 

It is a special time of being thankful for all the wonderful blessings and continuous support, it has been a great year. 

The warmth and love surrounding Christmas 

is a joy to  be savored with all of you. 

May the glorious message of peace and love

fill you with joy during this wonderful season. 

May this Christmas end the present year on a cheerful note

and make way for a fresh & bright NEW YEAR 2014!

Just a quick update on our operating hours during this festival seasons :-

Christmas Day (25 December 2013) 

We will be operating as usual on Tuesday, December 24.  There will be no activities & lessons on Christmas Day.

New Year's Day (1 January 2014)

We will be operating as usual on Tuesday, December 31.  There will be no activities & lessons on New Year's Day.

Here's wishing you and your family,

A Happy Christmas and A New Year filled will prosperity & success! 



FREE ASSESSMENT & TRIAL SESSION FOR COMPETITIVE SWIMMING

Enrollment Exercise for NEW SWIMMER to our

Pre-Competitive & Competitive Team

Event (A) Date : 19-20 September and 26-27 September 2013
Venue : Toa Payoh Swimming Complex
Time : 7pm to 9pm
Registration Deadline : 14 September 2013


Event (B) Date : 21 September and 28 September 2013
Venue : Ang Mo Kio Swimming Complex
Time : 7pm to 9pm
Registration Deadline : 14 September 2013

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(1) Pre-Competitive Team
Through this Pre-Competitive program, your child will increase his or her proficiency and acquire the skills necessary to enter into our Competitive Team.  If your child has the ability and desire to move to the competitive team, bring his/her in for a free assessment & trial session!

(2) Competitive Team
There is NO substitute for having efficient stroke mechanics.  The longer a person swims incorrectly, the more difficult it becomes to change their habits.  Swimming correctly means swimming smoothly and efficiently.  Essentially we attempt to the waters resistance and maximize the swimmers propulsive forces.  Training the energy system is of secondary importance to learning efficient technique.  Thus swimmers will be allocated into training groups, in according to their ability levels.


Contact INFO
For further information on the assessments & trial session, please contact the team office at 978 555 78 or email to us at swimming@carl.com.sg.

NOTICE

Announcement Date : 13th August 2013

NOTICE

This is to inform that CoachCarl Aquatics & Recreational Lifestyle (C.A.R.L.) will cease the "Competitive Squad" pilot project spearheaded by Mr. Lim Teck Chew (also known as Coach Tyson) will effect 14th September 2013.

With immediate effect, as per stated herein on 13th August 2013, Coach Tyson is therefore not authorized to transact any business or collect any monies or handle any accounts on our behalf.  The swim school will not be held liable or responsible for any transaction he undertakes whatsoever.

There will be NO more enrollment during this termination notice from 13th August 2013 to 14th September 2013.  There will be NO fee collection for the month of September 2013, as we will offset this amount from the pre-paid deposit.

Sincerely,

The Management of

 CoachCarl Aquatics & Recreational Lifestyle

Training Venues

At CoachCarl Aquatics & Recreational Lifestyle (C.A.R.L), we offer group and individual swimming lessons for all ages and levels.  Embark and Be Inspired by our friendly, experienced, patient and dedicated NROC (SSC) /  AUSTSWIM certified coaches.

Our swimming classes are conducted at the following SSC Swimming Complexes 

Location / Training Schedules

1) Ang Mo Kio Swimming Complex
    * Tuesday & Saturday : 4pm to 7pm 

2) Bedok Swimming Complex (New)
    * Tuesday & Friday : 4pm to 7pm   

3) Bishan Swimming Complex (New)
    * Monday & Friday : 4pm to 7pm

4) Delta Swimming Complex
    * Wednesday : 4pm to 7pm; and Saturday : 9am to 12noon
  
5) Jalan Besar Swimming Complex
    * Thursday & Saturday : 4pm to 7pm

6) Sengkang Swimming Complex (New)
    * Tuesday & Saturday : 4pm to 7pm

7) Toa Payoh Swimming Complex
    * Tuesday : 4pm to 7pm; and Sunday : 4pm to 7pm

8) Yio Chu Kang Swimming Complex
    * Monday & Sunday : 4pm to 7pm

9) Yishun Swimming Complex (New)
    * Tuesday & Friday : 4pm to 7pm 


Private swimming classes are also conducted at private condominium swimming pool and private residences in Singapore at special request - kindly make necessary arrangement with the Managing Agent to grant our access.

Note :

* Additional classes at other SSC Swimming Pools will be included in accordance to the enrollment intake and on case-to-case basis. Subjected to management decision.

* Schedules are subjected to change. Please contact us to check on our class status/schedule.

Result of SwimSafer Test Held on 15 & 18 May 2013

 

 Test Date : 15 & 18 May 2013

Venue : Delta Swimming Complex

Head Coach : Varella Carl Benito, NROC No. : S6819837B

Tester : Mr. Widjaya Lee

Congratulations to our swimmers who have successfully completed all the requirements of swimming, water safety and survival skills for SwimSafer stage 1 & 2 tests held at Delta Swimming Complex on 15 & 18 May 2013 respectively: -

Stage 1

1. Yeo Xuan-Ting, Natasha
2. Wesley Donovan Varella
3. Ong Hui'en, Elizabeth
4. Ong Rui'en, Natali
5. Mohammad Iman Bin Mohd
6. Thirumuru Krishna Hriday Reddy
7. Yap Yi Hui, Wynn

Stage 2

1. Christopher Alexander
2. Yeo Zuo Wei

CHINESE NEW YEAR CLOSURE NOTICE

CHINESE NEW YEAR CLOSURE NOTICE

Season Greetings to all our swimmers & parents,

GONG XI FA CAI !!

Please be informed that the Swimming Division will be closed for the Lunar New Year festive from February 9 to February 15, 2013.  There will be no swimming classes during this holiday period.  Our swim team will be backed to the pool on February 16 onwards. 

Here's wishing all our Chinese students and parents, a very Happy New Year of the Snake.  May your Lunar New Year glow with Happiness, Good Fortune & Prosperity.

祝您在新的一年中，吉祥如意、笑口常开；

也预祝我们在新的一年中，合作愉快，万事如意!!

MANAGEMENT TEAM - COACHCARL

 

  
Head of Advanced Aquatics Division

Name : Varella Carl Benito a.k.a. CoachCarl
Race : Eurasian


Personal Portfolio
Due to ardent passion in scuba diving and adventure sports, Carl founded his aquatic centre in early 1994, after completing his Instructor certification with PADI Inc,.

Carl's commitment to his greatest passion came to a temporary halt due to a heart attack in the year 2000. He was only age 32 then! Everything from thence onwards began became an icon story of an individual determined to make a comeback into the industry which he loved so much.

During his recuperative period, he embarked onto swimming to stay fit and healthy. Much to his surprise, this period marked a new chapter onto his life. He realized that swimming was a good form of exercise as well as an important lifeskill for anyone who required rehabilitation and survival skills. During this routine check-up in 2003, his personal cardiologist certified him certified him medically fit for diving again.

Currently, he is coupled with several distinguished certifications to coach swimming as well as advance aquatics. Carl is currently an active and certified NROC coach!!

Aquatic Credentials

• SSC NROC Level 2 Certified Senior Coach (Singapore)
• SSC NCAP Theory Level 1, 2 and 3 Certification (Singapore)
• Assessor for the SwimSafer Programme (SLSS)
• AFC 'C' Coaching Certificate - Soccer Coach (Singapore)
• Royal Life Saving Society (AUST), Swimming Instructor Level 1
• AUSTSWIM Instructor (Aust.)
• Aqua Aerobic Instructor (FISAF Singapore) 
• International Olympic Committee (IOC), Sports Administrator
• The Singapore Life Saving Society (SLSS), Life Saving Instructor
• Professional Diploma in Outdoor Recreation (ANTA)
• PADI / NAUI SCUBA Diving Instructor (USA)
• PADI Medic First Aid Instructor (USA)
• American Health and Safety Institute (ASHI), First Aid Trainer (USA)
• Emergency Care and Safety Institute (ECSI), CPR/ First Aid/AED Instructor (USA)
• SLSS Bronze Medallion and CPR Certificate
• St John Ambulance Adult First Aid Certificate

  We are now officially affiliated with the

Singapore Swimming Association