Programs & Schedules: Aquatics

The YMCA has been teaching children to swim for more than 100 years. The YMCA SKIPPER and YOUTH swimming programs strive to build long-lasting skills and water appreciation.

SKIPPERS Swim Program

(6 months - 5 years) This program is for infants through preschool-aged children. The children are divided into levels according to age and skill level. Classes include water adjustment, safety skills, swimming fundamentals, water games and play!

Tadpoles Swim Program

Swim instruction for children 5-12 years old with special
needs.
Children receive special instruction from our staff who have
special training and abilities to address the child’s special
needs. Children will receive either individualized or group
instruction depending on their needs and abilities.
Please contact one of our Aquatic Coordinators at 687-7720,
extension 223 for registration or more information.

Parent Participation Program

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Advanced Water Fintess

Do you like the water, but get bored swimming laps? Are you
looking for a serious workout, but skeptical about trying a water
fitness class? Are you looking to get in shape, but concerned
about the impact exercise paces on your joints? If you
answered yes to any of these questions, then this class is for
you. In advanced water fitness, we incorporate swimming skills,
water polo exercises and synchronized swimming techniques to
provide a full body workout. For more information, contact the aquatic coordinators.

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

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.