YMCA swim lessons emphasize water safety, skill, and stroke development. Lessons are offered year-round for all skill levels. Beginning swimmers are introduced to basic stroke movement and learn how to be more comfortable in the water. More advanced swimmers are instructed in stroke technique, endurance and safety skills.
Parent and Child Lessons
The YMCA offers swim lessons for babies and toddlers ages 6 - 36 months and their parents. This water introduction program helps the parent and the child get used to the water and see the pool as fun. Parents and children play games that introduce basic introductory water skills such as blowing bubbles, breath control, kicking, and floating.
Preschool Lessons
Children ages 3-5 learn water safety, basic swimming competency, and progress through levels as they develop skills.
Youth Lessons
Children ages 6-12 learn water safety, basic swimming competency, and progress through levels as they develop skills.
Teen and Adult Lessons
We offer swim lessons for the beginner and for people looking to improve their strokes. Adult swim lessons are for people age 13 and older.
Not sure which lesson level is best for your swimmer? Learn more about the skills taught in each of our lesson stages using the button below. If you still aren't sure which stage to register for, please contact your local branch.
Since it's start, the YMCA has been a leader in swim instruction. If you have any questions about learning to swim -- at any age -- please contact the Aquatics Director at your favorite branch.