STARFISH Children at this level review previously learned skills and refine their crawl and back stroke and floating skills. They also learn underwater swimming skills. Children can swim a length of the pool on the front and back at the end of this level. To progress must demo front alternating paddle w/rhythmic breathing 40 ft. w/o Individual Floatation device. This level is for the child who has the endurance to swim the length of the pool without equipment, has the concept of rotary breathing with over arm recovery, backstroke, and personal safety skills. To advance must demo front alternating paddle w/rhythmic breathing 40 ft. w/o Individual Floatation device. Must complete Ray.