Summertime is here! The best way to enjoy the season is to get that sun-kissed skin because almost everyone of us is planning on our next summer destination. In doing so, we also need to keep ourselves safe as well as our children.
I must admit, I am not the right person to do that because I am not an expert swimmer. For the past two years, I have been meaning to enroll the kids to swimming lesson but the schedule always doesn't permit. This time, I have no more excuse since Bert Lozada Swimming School (my top choice) has convinced me to do so.
They invited mommy bloggers to their anniversary last Saturday at Ace Water Spa and introduced the their programs to us as well as the school's structure. I must say, I am more than convinced already to enroll the kids and I hope myself too.
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| BLSS CEO- Anthony Lozada |
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| BLSS COO, Angelo Lozada |
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| Pepper Lozada, one of the instructors for Baby and Me Program |
Bert Lozada Swim School has different programs specifically tailored to the needs of every individual. They have programs for all ages from infant to adult and even individuals with special needs. Their instructors are composed of educators, coaches and some are members of the WSCA World Swimming Coaches Association and certified by the Australian Council for the Teaching of Water-safety and Swimming AUSTSWIM. They are also committed to provide high quality instructions to students through participating in several seminars here and abroad.
Bert Lozada’s Swimming Program includes:
1. Baby and Me/Infant Toddler Program
1 Teacher : 6 Students with parent ratio
30 minutes/class
Level 1: Water Explorer (Starfish: Age 6-12 months)
A pre-swimming class with the parent in the water.
Level 2: Water Familiar (Puffers: Age 1 - 2.5 years)
For children who are eager to participate with parent in the water.
Level 3: Water Safety (Guppers: Age 2.6 – 4 years)
Teaches children to perform basic water safety.
Level 4: Water Confident (Penguins: Age 2.6 - 4 years)
For children who are eager to participate with or without parent in the water.
Level 5: Water Independent (Seals: Age 2.6 – 4 years)
For children who are independent from parents and have more confidence in the water.
2. Kids and Teens
Our comprehensive program can teach an absolute beginner both survival skills and sound swimming skills in the four main swimming strokes: freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly. Over 20,000 children each year are being taught using our tried and tested method.
SNAPPER 1 (Age: 4 years old and above)
For children who are afraid of the water or little or no swimming experience.
SNAPPER 2 (Age: 4 to 6 years old)
For children ready to work without the parent or caregiver and are developing 10m Survival Swim and 10m Dog Paddle.
JAMMER 1 (Age: 7 years old and above)
For children who are developing 15m Survival Swim and 15m Basic Freestyle
JAMMER 2 (Age: 7 years old and above)
For children who are developing 15m Backstroke and 15m Butterfly
JAMMER 3 (Age: 7 Years old and above)
For children who are developing 15m Breast Stroke and Advance freestyle mechanics
SWIM SQUAD (Age: 5 years old and above)
A pre-competitive swim program with supervised coaching, open to individuals who can swim all four strokes (freestyle, butterfly, breaststroke, backstroke).
3. Adults
This program supports every skill level at all ages, including adult learn to swim classes, stroke development, swim-for-fitness classes, up to high performance training for adults who participate in triathlon or any swim race.
INTRO SWIM
Teaches comfort in the water, confidence, and being in control: the ability to be yourself in water, whether it's shallow or deep, pool, lake, or ocean. Being able to rely on yourself—not on the bottom or the side of the pool—for your safety. We are the only swim school in the Philippines that is certified to teach the world renowned MIRACLE SWIMMING METHOD of the Miracle Swimming Institute, USA.
If you’re afraid or not comfortable in the water, this is the perfect program for you!
BASIC
Teaches fundamental skills like floating, arm & leg action and breathing in a stress-free, encouraging atmosphere. Focuses on survival stroke and freestyle.
ADVANCE 1
Stroke drills and expert coaching allow you to develop perfect technique in breaststroke and backstroke.
ADVANCE 2
Stroke drills and expert coaching allow you to develop perfect technique in advance freestyle and butterfly.
POWER SWIM
Teaches racing technique and preparation to athletes of all levels. Through specially designed workouts and proper stroke management, students will be able to swim faster with efficient technique. The program’s goal is to help you achieve a lifetime of swimming improvement.
SPECIAL NEEDS
Our Special Needs Program takes into consideration the student's emotional needs and physical capabilities. The goal is to help each student become physically active (purposeful movements) and impart to them life-saving skills of swimming.
FITNESS
A recreational and fitness swimming program designed to suit your individual needs, whether swimming for fun, fitness or sport.
SWIM TEAM
BLSS’s expertise and quest for excellence has produced more than 1000 National team members and 7 Olympians. For everyone age 5-25 years and can swim at least 200 meters of freestyle and 25 meters of Butterfly, Backstroke and Breast Stroke. It is an exciting opportunity for children to experience the world of competitive swimming. Parents can also expect their kids to develop social skills and build character as part of the training program.
4. Specialized Needs
PHYSICAL EDUCATION/VARSITY TEAM PROGRAM
BLSS offers local schools the opportunity to enhance their curriculum and reach students who may not have access to swimming lessons. The aim of the program is to develop students’ swimming skills, foster enjoyment of aquatic activities, provide water safety education and nurture the specially-talented swimmer through the varsity program, which easily integrates into any existing school curriculum.
Highly trained teaching staff equipped for all ages from pre-school to college, can implement training in your school, observing the ideal STUDENT:TEACHER ratio. Our structured yet flexible program (based on current best teaching methodologies from Australia and USA) not only teaches basic aquatic skills, but also educates students on survival and safety practices appropriate to each age group and grade level.
PRIVATE LESSONS
BLSS specializes in private instruction in a private location, scheduled according to the student’s convenience. Available to students from 6 months of age to adult.
If you would like to know more about their programs and what do you think will suit you best, shoot them an email: . You may also call them at:
