A calm first visit starts before the pool.
Pack a few essentials, allow extra arrival time, and tell the instructor anything that will help your swimmer feel safe and ready.
Bring the essentials, not the whole house
If practical, arrive with the swimsuit already on under clothes.
For every swimmer
A comfortable, secure swimsuit
A towel and dry clothes
Goggles if the swimmer enjoys them, but they are optional
A hair tie or swim cap for long hair
Easy shoes for walking around the changing area
Parent & Tot families
The participating adult needs a swimsuit
Bring a towel for the adult and child
Children who are not toilet trained need a swim diaper beneath snug plastic swim pants
Pack dry diapers and changing supplies for after class
What happens when you arrive
The first class begins the normal lesson while giving the instructor a clear picture of comfort and current skills.
Arrive 10 to 15 minutes early Find the pool, use the restroom, change, and shower without rushing.
Check in Give the team the swimmer's name and class time.
Meet the instructor Share relevant medical, sensory, behavioral, or water-safety information.
Begin with observation The instructor checks comfort and current skills during the normal lesson.
Build from success Skills progress in small steps. Swimmers are encouraged, never forced underwater.
What parents should do
A calm, attentive adult helps the lesson run safely.
Stay at the facility
A responsible adult age 18 or older remains on site for every swimmer under age 18.
Let the instructor teach
Positive encouragement is welcome. Avoid giving competing directions from the deck.
Be ready at the end
Gather belongings promptly so the next class can begin safely and on time.
Save the Parent Portal
Use the same email entered at registration. View enrollment, report an upcoming absence, and search eligible makeup options when available.
Know the route
Lessons take place in the Aqua Dome at Pierce Country Day Camp, 37 Mineola Avenue in Roslyn. Review the noon parking note before leaving home.
One last check before lesson day
Review health, absence, makeup, supervision, and pool-deck expectations.