Types of Lessons: Swim lesson classes are each month except August, November and December. See the front desk to register for the next available session. Registration may be taken over the phone with a credit card (Visa or Mastercard). Most YMCA swim lessons are instructed by YMCA certified lifeguards.

Private Lessons - all year round

The YMCA offers private swim lessons for all ages. Young or old, beginner or experienced, there is someone who can help. Each session is for 45 minutes. Private lesson times are available anytime.  Contact Amy for more information. Please call ahead to arrange a time. Private lesson instructors are available morning, day and evening.

Any day / any time

M $12 NM $17

Parent / Child  6 months to 36 months

A parent or trusted adult must accompany the child into the water. No diapers please, but do use tight fitting rubber pants under the swimsuit or a swim diaper. Children must be able to lift their heads and have full head control. The class focuses on water adjustment (water entry/exit, getting wet, climbing out of the pool, independent water entry), breath control (holding breath and submerging), buoyancy, rescue techniques, handling children in deep water, parent education, fun and building strong family relationships.

Class meets 4 times during one session. Classes run for 30 minutes.

Pre-School

Swim lessons are 45 minutes long for ages 3-5 years. Children learn pool rules, putting face in water, kicking, front and back float with backpack and other games and activities to improve the basic fundamentals of swimming. Children in this class will be subdivided into one of four classifications based on skills demonstrated at the beginning of each session.

School Age - 6 - 10 years

Swim lessons run for a total of 8-45 minute classes, Monday through Thursday. Skills include starting stroke technique, treading water, boat safety skills, personal safety skills, games and skills to increase  swimming ability. Children in this class will be subdivided into one of five classifications based on skills demonstrated at the beginning of each session. 

Advanced School Age - 6 and Up - adjustments may be made for younger children pending ability

Swim lessons run for a total of 8-45 minute classes, Monday through Thursday. This class is not for beginners. Participants will learn to further develop stroke techniques and progress to becoming competitive swimmers if desired. Participants may not use flotation devices and must be able to swim one complete length of the pool without assistance. This class will be offered on an as needed basis.

Adult Water Adjustment - all year round

Just for adults, 18 and older. An introduction to water that is designed for non-swimmers. The class focuses on water adjustment (water entry/exit, getting wet, climbing out of the pool), breath control (holding breath and submerging), buoyancy, rescue techniques, kicking, front and back float, starting stroke techniques and treading water. All are welcome. Participants should not expect to become proficient in swimming by taking this class.

Contact Amy to arrange time for the session.

M $24  NM $48