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At the YMCA, our swim lessons build skills, confidence, and character. We teach people of all ages and abilities how to be safe in the water while exercising and having fun. Whether you’re splashing around with us for the first time or improving your stroke technique, you’ll feel secure knowing that the Y is here to support you.

 

 

SWIM LESSON STAGES and REGISTRATIONS

 

SWIM STARTERS | 6 months - 4 years

 

A / WATER DISCOVERY

Parents accompany children in stage A, which introduces infants and toddlers to the aquatic environment through exploration and encourages them to enjoy themselves while learning about the water.

B / WATER EXPLORATION

In stage B, parents work with their children to explore body positions, floating, blowing bubbles, and fundamental safety and aquatic skills.

$25 Members / $50 Community

 

Tuesday Swim Lessons For Swim Starters (6 months - 2 years)
Thursday Swim Lessons For Swim Starters (6 months - 2 years)
Saturday Swim Lessons for Swim Starters (6 months - 4 years)

 

SWIM BASICS | 4 - 14 years

1 / WATER ACCLIMATION

Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water in stage 1. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in swimming.

2 / WATER MOVEMENT

In stage 2, students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water while also continuing to practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.

3 / WATER STAMINA 

In stage 3, students learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages in the event of falling into a body of water. This stage also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action. Must be able to swim half the length of the pool without assistance from an instructor or flotation device.

$25 Members / $50 Community

 

 

SWIM STROKES | 4 - 14 years

 

4 / STROKE INTRODUCTIONS 

Students in stage 4 develop stroke technique in front crawl and back crawl and learn the breaststroke kick and butterfly kick. Water safety is reinforced through treading water and elementary backstroke. Must be able to swim the full length of the pool without assistance from an instructor or flotation device.

5 / STROKE DEVELOPMENT 

Students in stage 5 work on stroke technique and learn all major competitive strokes. The emphasis on water safety continues through treading water and sidestroke. Must be able to swim the full length of the pool without assistance from an instructor or flotation device.

6 / STROKE MECHANICS

In stage 6, students refine stroke technique on all major competitive strokes, learn about competitive swimming, and discover how to incorporate swimming into a healthy lifestyle. Must be able to swim the full length of the pool without assistance from an instructor or flotation device.

$25 Members / $50 Community

 

 

7 / SWIM TEAM DEVELOPMENT | 8 - 16 years

Take the next step in swim lessons. Polish your stokes as you learn how to take on the steps of going competitive for swimming. This is the perfect class for those who want to pursue a future in recreational, competitive, or leadership roles in the water!

$25 Members / $50 Community

 

 

ADULT SWIM LESSONS | 15 years and older

You're never too old to learn how to swim! In these adult-only small group lessons, you will develop basic swimming skills that will help you be safe and confident in and around the water. Built for beginners all the way to learning how to properly swim laps.

 

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS | 5 years and older

One-on-one instruction and a schedule that works around yours! Lessons are available in a package of five 30-minute lessons. A Spanish speaking instructor is available. 

30 Minute Classes

4 Lesson Package:
$159 Members
 / $318 Community
 

8 Lesson Package:
$239 Members 
/ $478 Community
 

12 Lesson Package:
$319 Members
 / $638 Community

45 Minute Classes

4 Lesson Package:
$199 Members
 / $398 Community
 

8 Lesson Package:
$299 Members 
/ $598 Community
 

12 Lesson Package:
$399 Members
 / $798 Community

Register for Private Individual Swim Lessons

 

GROUP SWIM LESSONS | 5 years and older

Two or more students may register for private group lessons - perfect for families, friends, or those with special requirements. Group lessons are most effective with students of similar skill levels. Lessons are available in a package of five 45-minute lessons.

30 Minute Classes

4 Lesson Package:
$137 Members
/ $274 Community

8 Lesson Package:
$167 Members
/ $334 Community

12 Lesson Package:
$197 Members
/ $394 Community

45 Minute Classes

4 Lesson Package:
$155 Members
/ $310 Community

8 Lesson Package:
$190 Members 
/ $380 Community

12 Lesson Package:
$225 Members
 / $450 Community
 

Register for Private Group Swim Lessons

 

HOMESCHOOL SWIM LESSONS

Swim lessons available during the day for Home School Students. Choose the level of Swim Lessons for your student.

Swim Stage 1-3

Fridays 12:15pm - 1:00pm

$25/Members or $50/Community

April Registration

Swim Stages 4-6

Fridays 12:15pm - 1:00pm

$25/Members or $50/Community

April Registration

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