Learn to Swim
We prioritize skill development and increased confidence in and around the water. Every skill progression is strategically designed for a smooth and successful aquatic experience.
Safety & Exploration
Submersion, Floating & Breath Control
Propulsion (forward movement)
Stroke Introduction & Revision
Competitive Swimming Skills
TigerShark Aquatics Lessons Program
Serving Smithfield, NC & Surrounding Areas
TigerShark Aquatics has thoughtfully created skill progressions to prioritize the development of your swimmer. Every stage is designed to foster growth, and increase confidence both in and around the water.
Learn more about our levels
EACH SWIMMER IS UNIQUE • Our team uses specific benchmarks to determine the best path for your swimmer. If you have questions about your swimmer's placement or development, please don't hesitate to email us.
Level 1 | Starfish
Introduction to Water Skills
To help students feel comfortable and safe in and around the water
Ages Groups: 3 years +
Student-to-Instructor Ratio: Private - 1:1, Semi-private - 3:1, Group - 5:1
** all lessons for ages 3-4 are semi-private only
REQUIREMENTS:
Introduction to basic safety and survival skills. No previous swim lesson or aquatic experience required. Swimmers will work towards independent floating and building confidence with submersion.
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Level 2 | Sea Turtle
Fundamental Aquatic Skills
To help students successfully master fundamental skills
Ages Groups: 3 years +
Student-to-Instructor Ratio: Private - 1:1, Semi-private - 3:1, Group - 5:1
** all lessons for ages 3-4 are semi-private only
REQUIREMENTS:
Great for beginners with comfort in the water. Swimmers should be able to float on their front and back independently, and is comfortable submerging full face in the water.
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Level 3 | Jellyfish
Stroke Development
To build on Level 2 skills through guided repetition
Ages Groups: 5 years +
Student-to-Instructor Ratio: Private - 1:1, Semi-private - 3:1, Group - 5:1
REQUIREMENTS:
Swimmer should be able to float on their front and back independently, roll over for breath independently, and glide with a kick at least 10 feet independently without touching the bottom or side of the pool.
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Level 4 | Stingray
Stroke Improvement
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To develop confidence in the strokes learned through Level 3, and improve other aquatic skills by increasing endurance
Ages Groups: 5 years +
Student-to-Instructor Ratio: Private - 1:1, Semi-private - 3:1, Group - 5:1
REQUIREMENTS:
This class is for swimmers who can demonstrate full submersion and retrieving object in shallow waters, can tread water for at least 30 seconds, and can swim on their front and back independently without stopping at least 15 yards. These swimmers also have been introduced to the fundamentals of all 4 competitive strokes to include (front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and butterfly).
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Level 5 | Dolphin
Stroke Refinement
Coordination and refinement of strokes
Ages Groups: 5 years +
Student-to-Instructor Ratio: Private - 1:1, Semi-private - 3:1, Group - 5:1
REQUIREMENTS:
Swimmer is able to complete 1 length of a 25-yard pool independently, can dive into the water, tread water for at least a minute.
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Level 6 | Shark
Swimming & Skill Proficiency
Continued stroke refinement with in-swim adjustments. Increased endurance, power, efficiency and proficiency in all 4 competitive strokes. Aquatic skill mastery and proficiency in survival floats and techniques
Ages Groups: 5 years +
Student-to-Instructor Ratio: Private - 1:1, Semi-private - 3:1, Group - 5:1
REQUIREMENTS:
Swimmer is able to complete greater distances, is ready to focus on stroke technique, proficiency, and endurance through all 4 competitive strokes
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How our lesson program operates
TIGERSHARK AQUATICS OFFERS ON-GOING LESSONS
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Our lessons operate monthly. Once enrolled, your spot is secured for your chosen day and time each month. **All days and times are subject to change.
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Register, then choose your day and time.
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You can start anytime; your first class will begin on the first available date. Note: our system assumes an immediate start upon registration.
$35 yearly family registration fee.
Pricing is based on a 4-week month. Tuition will be adjusted for a 3-week or 5-week month.
$84/month
$159/month
2x/week
GROUP
4-5 swimmers - ages 5+
1x/week
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Group lessons are for students who thrive among others of a similar ability or age. This is the least expensive way to learn to swim.
$109/month
2-3 swimmers - ages 3+
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SEMI-PRIVATE
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$209/month
2x/week
$219/month
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PRIVATE
1 swimmer
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$419/month
2x/week
​Semi-private lessons are a great option for students who would like to swim with a friend, neighbor or sibling. Also a great balance between group and private lessons.
Private Lessons are for students who may require or desire personal and undivided attention from their instructor.
20-minute private lessons available for ages 2-3 years upon request.
All lesson slots are first come first serve. We will do our best to accommodate your lesson requests. Most lessons are 30-minutes.