Private Swim Lessons (Youth or Adult)

The YMCA strongly recommends our group lesson program because of the benefits of learning in a group setting including:

• Improving social skills
• Leadership development
• Appreciation of diversity.

However, we recognize that some people, such as those with certain disabilities and those who have had a negative experience with water, may benefit from one-on-one instruction.

Private & Semi-Private lessons can be arranged for all levels from beginner to the more advanced with individual instruction designed to meet personal needs. For semi-private lessons, please arrange your own partner with a skill level similar to your own. Lessons are 30 minutes in length.

Parent/Child Water Adjustment (6 to 35 Months)

Our Parent/child swim classes emphasize water adjustment, skill development, self-confidence, repetition, positive reinforcement and safety. One parent or responsible adult MUST accompany the child during each lesson. Swim diapers are required.

Lessons are 30 minutes in length.

Preschool Swim Classes (Ages 3-5 years)

Our preschool lessons emphasize water adjustment, skill development, self-confidence, fun, safety and YMCA Core Values. Lessons are 30 minutes in length. After the first lesson, the aquatic staff will reassign your child's swimming level if necessary.

	PIKE - Beginner I This class is designed for children who have little or no precious swimming experience.
	EELS - Beginner II This class is designed for children who can swim 5 ft. independently and float on their back.
	RAYS - Advanced Beginner I This class is designed for children who can swim 10 ft. using both front and back crawl stroke.
	STARFISH - Advanced Beginner II This class is designed for children who can swim 15-20 ft. using both front and back crawl stroke.

Youth Swim Classes (Ages 6 and up)

Our progressive swim lessons emphasize water adjustment, skill development, self-confidence, fun, safety and YMCA Core Values. Lessons are 40 minutes in length. After the first lesson, the aquatic staff will reassign your child's swimming level if necessary and if room is available.

	POLLIWOG - Beginner I This is a beginner level class for students who possess little or no previous swimming experience.
	GUPPY - Beginner II This class is designed for those who can swim the crawl stroke independently with their face in the water for 10-15 ft.
	MINNOW - Intermediate This class is designed for those who can swim both the front and back crawl stroke with rotary breathing for 25 yards.
	FISH - Advanced I This class is designed for those who can swim both the front and back crawl stroke with rotary breathing, and breast stroke for 50 yards.
	FLYING FISH/SHARK - Advanced II For swimmers of this ability we recommend our PALY Penguins or private swim lessons.
ADULT	For beginning or intermediate swim levels. Focus ranges from water adjustment to stroke development. Class geared towards participants' ability levels.