ABOUT YMCA SWIM LESSONS

The Y is your trusted source for progressive swim lessons for children and adults.

With 8 levels of instruction, children are placed in the stage that matches their age, abilities, and comfort in the water, ensuring the best possible experience and steady progress. For adults, lessons are available for beginning and intermediate swimmers, focusing on personalized goals - whether you’re learning the basics or refining your stroke technique.

To learn more about swim lesson stages, what to expect, and how to prepare, review our Parent Packet below. 

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SWIM-STARTER SWIM LESSONS

For ages 6 months to 36 months

Children participate with a parent in the water. A low student-teacher ratio allows participants to safely develop skills and confidence in the water. Swimmers progress through Stages A and B of the Y's Swim Lessons Stages.

$30 member/$50 non-member - for 4 lessons.

 
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PRESCHOOL SWIM LESSONS

For Ages 3 to 5

Children may participate without a parent in the water. A low student-teacher ratio allows participants to safely develop skills and confidence in the water. To ensure each child is placed in the correct stage for year-round swim lessons, free swim evaluations are required before enrollment. These evaluations help match your child’s swim skills, age, and development to the appropriate stage. As children progress, they will advance through stages as their skills improve.

$45 member/$65 non-member

 
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SCHOOL-AGE SWIM LESSONS

For ages 5 to 12

Children are taught progressively, with each stage building on skills learned in previous stages. A low student-teacher ratio allows participants to safely develop skills and confidence in the water. To ensure swimmers are placed in the appropriate stage for year-round swim lessons, free swim evaluations are required before enrollment. These evaluations match each swimmer’s skill level, age, and development to the correct stage, ensuring steady and safe progress.

$45 member/$65 non-member

 
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ADULT & TEEN SWIM LESSONS

Ages 13 and up

Whether overcoming fear of the water or refining your swim stroke skills for better fitness, it’s never too late to enjoy the fun and health benefits of swimming. In teen/adult swim lessons for ages 13 and older, instructors tailor lessons to meet each student's abilities and goals.

$45 member/$65 non-member

 
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PRIVATE/SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

Private and Semi-Private swim lessons are for individuals who want one on one or small group instruction from a swim lesson instructor. This program is designed to provide individuals with the experience necessary to participate in large group aquatic programs. Please complete our interest form linked below for more information and to schedule a session.