Mini Dolphins
Learning swimming fundamentals and competitive skills in a fun, supportive team environment.
Program Overview
The Mini Dolphins program is focused on Canada’s Long-Term Athlete Development Model-FUNdamentals and Active Start! It emphasizes the need to teach young children basic athletic skills as a foundation to lifelong sport participation – both in and out of the water! Note: this is a survey and introduction class, not formal lessons. For 45 minutes your child will learn and practice floating, kicking, breathing, and rotation skills. We strive to create a level of comfort in and around the water for all children.
Program Details
Development Stage
FUNdamentals.
Age Range
5-9.
Training Schedule
1 x 45 minute practice/week for 10 weeks.
Group Standard
Must be able to perform a front and back float unassisted.
Dryland Schedule
15 minutes activation before water sessions.
Competition Frequency
None.
“We love the Winskill Dolphins! The coaches are awesome and do a great job balancing hard work with fun, so the kids actually enjoy getting better. It’s also built such a great community, our son has made friends, grown in confidence, and looks forward to every practice. Couldn’t recommend it more!”
Meet the Coaches
Kimia Babaei, Sophia Jung and Helen Yu
Mini Dolphins Coaches
We are thrilled to welcome your young swimmers to the pool! Our Mini Dolphins program for children under 9 are led by a dedicated, familiar team of instructors who know exactly what it takes to build water confidence. Every single one of our instructors brings proven experience, patience, and a shared passion for youth development back to our decks.
Safety and foundational skill-building are our top priorities. All coaches have successfully earned their official Community Sport Coach Certification through Swimming Canada, ensuring they are fully trained in the best practices for early childhood aquatic development. Best of all, our coaches all grew up swimming for the club themselves! They understand the Winskill Dolphins culture from the inside out, making them the perfect mentors to help your child foster a lifelong love for the water in a safe, fun, and supportive environment.