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What summer swim class should I put my child in?
The YMCA has been called "America's Favorite Swim Instructor" for over 100 years. At the Y, not only will your child learn how to swim, he/she will learn about his/her self, about safety and rescue skills, and about water activities you can enjoy for a lifetime. Throughout all levels, students are taught personal stroke development and safety skills. Also we value and incorporate water sports & games and personal growth to each class. Class size is determined by both safety factors and age of participants and is closely monitored to ensure safety. All our instructors provide caring, personal instruction and all are YMCA Swim Instructor certified.

Please read the following descriptions to assist with registration. If you are unsure of what class to register your son or daughter contact Matt Markey 989-753-7721 ext. 215, or stop at our Member Service desk for detailed help.
SKIPPERS
Parent/Child (6 - 36 months)
 This 30-minute class is for children ages 6 to 36 months and their parents. The primary objective is water adjustment for the child. The parents will be taught how to work with their child and how to keep their child safe in and around the water. Activities are based on the developmental abilities of the child.

Pre-School Swimming (3- 5 Years)
This class is designed for younger children and incorporates water adjustment as well as teaching the basics of swimming, including paddling and kicking. Your child will progress at his or her own pace based on physical ability and the development of hand-eye coordination. The instructors teach the children how to swim on their front and back without the use of a flotation device as well as building their confidence and endurance in the water.

Pike/Eel (beginner to advanced beginner) Max 6 students per class
This class is for children with little or no previous experience. Children will become comfortable in the water and begin to swim independently. At the end of these levels a student will be able to float on the front and back, and swim across our shallow pool without assistance.

Ray/Starfish (intermediate to advanced) Max 6 students per class
Children review previously learned skills, improve stroke skills, build endurance, learn to tread water and perform basic diving skills. They are introduced to the breaststroke and the sidestroke as well as swim under water and dive. At the end of these levels a student will be able to swim a length of our deep pool on their front and back.

Youth Progressive Swimming Program (6-14 Years)
The progressive lessons are designed for older children and teach the basic strokes as well as proper form and breathing techniques. Its allows the beginner the chance to discover how to move effectively in the water and encourages the more advanced swimmers to gain endurance. They will learn all of the basic strokes while having fun in the water.

 
Levels
  • Polliwog (Beginner) - Beginner level class for children 6 years and up. In this level children adjusted to the pool, the use of flotation devices, and floating. To pass to the next level they must be able to swim 5-10 ft. on their own.
  • Polliwog/Guppy (Beginner to Advanced Beginner) - In this class children develop basic swimming skills and begin to perform them without the aid of a flotation device. It is for children who are comfortable in the water and can swim independently 5 ft of more. To pass to the next level they must swim on their front and back 15 ft.
  • Minnow (Intermediate) - In this class children learn the crawl with side breathing, backstroke, elementary back, breaststroke, and sidestroke. Basic diving is taught at this level. To pass they must master all skills.
  • Fish/Flying Fish/Shark (Advanced Intermediate to Advanced) - In this class students work to refine all strokes previously learned with turns and increase endurance. They are introduced to the butterfly stroke. Students are also introduced to advanced swim strokes necessary for lifesaving skills. Also, advanced personal safety and rescue skills are introduced. Each of these three levels has different requirements; please see YMCA aquatic staff for details.

Parents, please come to the pool the first day of class and meet the instructor.

We offer 3 different 4-week sessions during the summer. Children learn best in a "child-centered", fun-filled environment. This approach offers more active involvement from each child and a better fundamental understanding of swimming - allowing each child to learn more and have more fun. Children learn through play, hands-on experiences, having fun and creative repetition. Children are taught in small groups with others of their own age and skill level. Each child will be assessed to assure they are in the correct class. Simply choose the session and time that best fits your family schedule. Because of the natural succession of our swim lessons program, no make-up classes are available.
SESSION DATES Skip (Parent / Child - Ages 6-36 months)
Session 1
Session 2		 June 9 - July 3
July 7 - 31		 Monday & Wednesday 9:00 - 9:30 am
Monday & Wednesday 6:00 - 6:30 pm
Session 3 August 4 - 28 Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 - 9:30 am
Tuesday & Thursday 6:30 - 7:00 pm
    Full Facility Member $10
    Limited Program Member $40
PERS (Ages 3-5 years)  
Monday & Wednesday  9:30 - 10:00 am Tuesday & Thursday 9:30 - 10:00 am
Monday & Wednesday  10:00 - 10:30 am Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 - 10:30 am
Monday & Wednesday 5:30 - 6:00 pm Tuesday & Thursday 6:30 - 7:00 pm
Monday & Wednesday 6:30 - 7:30 pm Tuesday & Thursday 7:00 - 7:30 pm
    Tuesday & Thursday 7:30 - 8:00 pm
       

Full Facility Member $10   Limited Program Member $40
P.S.P. Swim Lessons (Ages 6-14 years)  
Monday & Wednesday  9:30 - 10:10 am Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 - 10:40 am
Monday & Wednesday 5:30 - 6:10 pm Tuesday & Thursday 6:30 - 7:10 p.m.
    Tuesday & Thursday 7:20 - 8:00 p.m.
       

Full Facility Member $10  Limited Program Member $40

Private & Semi-Private Swim Class For Adults
Attention adult members, the YMCA offers private and semi-private swim lessons. Semi-private class must have a minimum of 2 people. Call Matt Markey, Aquatics Director, ext. 215 to set days and times.

Private Fee:  $50 for 5 sessions       
Semi-Private Fee: $30 for 5 sessions

Must be full facility member to schedule private or semi-private lessons.
 

 

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