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| To Enroll In: | Child Needs To Be: |
| Shrimp | 6 to 18 months old |
| Kipper | 18 to 30 months old |
| Perch | 30 to 48 months old |
Almost Three
A transitional class for children 24 to 48 months old. Parents attend the class with their child while the instructor works with the children. After a few weeks, most children are ready to "go it alone" and Mom or Dad can watch from the deck! Great for children ready to move on from Perch, but not quite ready for Pike lessons
Instructor/Child Program
| To Enroll In: | Child Needs To Be: |
| Pike | 3 - 5 years, a beginner swimmer |
| Eel | 3 - 5 years and comfortable in the water. Able to float independently on front and back, paddle stroke 10 yards with flotation device on front and back. |
| Ray | 3 - 5 years and paddle stroke 25 yards with flotation device or 15 yards without flotation device on front, back and side. |
| Starfish | 3 - 5 years, swim 25 yards on front, back and side. Know basic rescue and safety skills. |
Youth Swim Program (6 - 12 years)
Each skill level builds upon the preceding level, with each level covering stroke development, personal safety, rescue, personal growth, water sports and games.
| To Enroll In: | Child Needs To Be: |
| Polliwog | 6 - 12 years, a beginner swimmer |
| Guppy | 6 - 12 years, swim 25 feet on front and back, water confidence |
| Minnow | 6 - 12 years, swim 15 yards on front, back and side, jump into deep water |
| Fish | 6 - 12 years, swim 25 yards on front, back, side and rudimentary breaststroke, kneeling dive from deck. |
| Flying Fish | 6 - 12 years, swim 50 yards front crawl with rotary breathing, 50 yards back crawl, sidestroke, elementary backstroke and breaststroke, synchronized swimming skills |
| Shark | 6 - 12 years, swim 100 yards front crawl, back crawl, sidestroke, breaststroke and butterfly, synchronized swimming skills and ball handling. |
Private/Semi-Private Lessons
Lessons for all ages and abilities may be scheduled based on
pool and instructor availability. Request forms are available at
the Service Center. Please call the aquatic office at 687-7720,
extension 230 or 223, for semi-private or package prices.
Gators Swim Team (5 - 15 years)
This competitive team provides challenging group activities focusing on fun and fitness. Workouts include stroke work, endurance, and goal-setting. Groups are divided by age and ability. Swim meets are held throughout the year. Try outs are required to sign up before registering. For more information, contact the Gator Swim Team Coach.
Click here for more information on our Swim Team!
YMCA Wet Ball (Water Polo) (8 - 16 years)
We have a club for kids who want to increase their aquatic skills and have fun! If you are between the ages of 8 - 16 and are swimming at the Minnow level or above, then YMCA Wet Ball is for you! You will learn all the skills necessary to become a great water polo player and have lots of fun while playing scrimmage games during club time. Competition is between other YMCA Water Polo Teams.
Deep Water Fitness
Come stimulate spirit, mind and body in this refreshing form of exercise. Using flotation belts, we walk, jog and workout in deep water. Enjoy the "no impact" effects of water to improve your cardiovascular fitness, balance, muscles and self-esteem.
Shallow Water Fitness
Increase fitness and reduce trauma to joints while exercising in a liquid environment. Natural resistance of the water, plus additional water equipment help to develop muscle tone, strength, flexibility and endurance.
Aqua Flex
Gentle water exercise class designed for people with arthritis, recovering from injuries or surgery, or anyone with limited ability who wants to gain flexibility, strength and endurance. No running, jogging or jumping!
Adult Swim Lessons
A group setting designed to help beginner, intermediate and advanced students learn to swim or perfect their swimming skills. Participants receive instruction to help them with their personal needs and abilities.
Adult Private & Semi-Private Lessons
Lessons for all ages and abilities may be scheduled based on
pool and instructor availability. Request forms are available at
the Service Center. Please call the aquatic office at 687-7720,
extension 230 or 223, for semi-private or package prices.
Masters Swim/Coached Workouts
For lap swimmers who would like instruction and guidance, masters swim is ideal. These workouts will improve your strokes, times, fitness level and self-confidence in a fun, social setting. Also great for beginner or experienced tri-athletes. Please contact the aquatic coordinators with any quesions.
