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Sampa Natação

The Sampa method

Student Journey

A journey of discovery, achievement and growth in and out of the water. Each stage is an achievement, and each achievement means a safer, more confident and better-prepared student.

  1. Stage 1

    Building a relationship with the water

    From the very first lesson to swimming safely and independently.

    1. Level 1

      Baby fish

      First contact, adaptation and building confidence.

    2. Level 2

      Curious little fish

      Discovering the water and the first skills.

    3. Level 3

      Brave little fish

      Independence, body control and new challenges.

    4. Level 4

      Water-friendly little fish

      Safety and independence in the water.

    Visa for the next stage

  2. Stage 2

    Developing the swimmer

    With the foundation in place, a new stage with more technical awareness, new challenges and a closer connection to the sport.

    1. Level 5

      Stingray

      Building technique and organizing movements.

    2. Level 6

      Octopus

      Coordinating the strokes and expanding skills.

    3. Level 7

      Dolphin

      Technical refinement, progress and new challenges.

    4. Level 8

      Shark

      Mastering swimming, encouraging the sport and new experiences.

Our pillars of progress

  1. Safety
  2. Confidence
  3. Independence
  4. Technique
  5. Performance

Progress + experiences

  • Journey passport

    Goes with the student through every stage, recording their progress and achievements.

  • Achievements

    Every step forward is celebrated! We encourage students to take on challenges and be proud of their progress.

  • Graduation

    A graduation system that recognizes skills and marks the move to new challenges.

Sampa experiences

Special dates celebrated in the water throughout the year.

  • Carnival
  • Easter
  • Children’s Day
  • Christmas
  • Year-end party
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