The Y is credited for being first to develop a group swim instruction program in 1906. We have come a long way since that first group lesson, and we’re excited to present the latest upgrades to you.
GROUP SWIM LESSONS
INFANT/TODDLER (Ages 6-36 months)
Overview: Accompanied by an adult, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness skills through fun and confidence-building experiences, while parents learn about water safety, drowning prevention, and the importance of supervision. Parents work with their children to explore body positions, floating, blowing bubbles, and fundamental safety and aquatic skills.
View the Infant& Toddler Skill Continuum
PRESCHOOL (Ages 3–5) AND SCHOOL AGE (Grades K-12)
Overview: Beginners will develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water. This lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in swimming. Students learn personal water safety with two essential skills in all classes:
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ADVANCED LESSONS (Ages 5-12)
Overview: Once students are able to successfully swim a length of the pool unassisted in any of the strokes, they are eligible to register for the Advanced Class.
Overview: Students work on refining stroke technique and learning all major competitive strokes. The emphasis on water safety continues through treading water and sidestroke. Students will learn about competitive swimming and discover how to incorporate swimming into a healthy lifestyle.
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TEEN SWIM LEADERS PROGRAM (Ages 12-15)
Overview: This program is a great opportunity for teens to volunteer and help with swim lessons while learning leadership skills. Teens who are interested must apply at their local Y and complete a training session prior to participation.
TEEN AND ADULT LESSONS (Ages 13+)
Overview: For those who want to learn to swim or improve current swim ability.
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STROKE DEVELOPMENT CLINICS & BOOSTERS
(Ages 5+)
Overview: Both are geared for advanced students who have already been introduced to swimming strokes but wish to improve or perfect their technique.