Patch Prep Program
Want to get a head start on preparing for the Patch Test? Need a little practice so you can be ready to join the Mini or Spinner Dolphins?
Program Description:
The Patch Prep Program is appropriate for swimmers aged 4-8 who would like to work on their basic swim skills with the goal of passing the Patch Test. During the Patch Prep Program, swimmers will work with lifeguard certified coaches on stroke mechanics, treading water, and floating. At the end of the Patch Prep Program, participants will do a mock patch test (swim one length of the pool, tread water for 60s, and float on one's back for 30 seconds).
**Note that all DLSC members are required to complete the Patch Test administered by a Dunn Loring Life Guard during regular operating hours of the pool.
Registration for the Patch Prep program is open to all DLSC members.
Program Dates, Location & Cost:
Sessions will be held weekly starting in May. Participants will sign up for 4, 30-minute sessions that work best for them. Access to sign up for sessions will be provided via email using our team website after registration. Space may be limited to ensure a proper coach to swimmer ratio. We will do our best to update the list below when a session is full.
2025 Sessions are below:
Sun. May 4 @ 6:30pm, NCAP Pool @ 8101 Wolf Trap Road Dunn Loring, Virginia, 22182
Sun. May 11 @ 6:30pm, NCAP Pool @ 8101 Wolf Trap Road Dunn Loring, Virginia, 22182
Sun. May 18 @ 6:30pm, NCAP Pool @ 8101 Wolf Trap Road Dunn Loring, Virginia, 22182
Sun. May 25 @ 10:00am, Dunn Loring Pool
Sun. May 25 @ 10:30am, Dunn Loring Pool
Mon. May 26 @ 10:00am, Dunn Loring Pool
Mon. May 26 @ 10:30 am Dunn Loring Pool
Tue. May 27 @ 5:30 pm, Dunn Loring Pool
Wed. May 28 @ 5:30 pm, Dunn Loring Pool
Thurs. May 29 @ 5:30 pm, Dunn Loring Pool
The program is led by the Dunn Loring Swim Team coaches, all of whom are certified life guards.
Registration is $60 for four sessions. Additional sessions can be purchased separately for $15.00 per session during check out.
How do I register?
Register through our swim team site: HERE.
Questions?
Questions - contact [email protected]
updated 4/17/25
