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Hop in the pool with your baby or toddler and help them learn to be comfortable in the water. Parents learn about water safety and drowning prevention. Winter Programming starts January 2!Member registration opens Saturday, December 7 and community registration opens Saturday, December 14. Session availability varies by branch location. Explore your branch offerings today and Join the Y today for early access and discounts! Choose a Level Not sure which lesson is the right fit? Use our Swim Lesson Selector (PDF) to assess the student, or contact the Aquatics Director. Stage A Water Discovery Age: 6 months-3 years Class length: 30 minutes Qualification: None needed Adult participation: one parent or guardian per child must be in the pool for each lesson The class introduces infants and toddlers to the aquatic environment through exploration. Register Stage B Water Exploration Age: 6 months-3 years Class length: 30 minutes Qualification: Child is comfortable in the water or child has taken Stage A Water Discovery Adult participation: one parent or guardian per child must be in the pool for each lesson Focuses on exploring body positions, blowing bubbles, and fundamental safety and aquatic skills. Register Stage 1 Water Acclimation with Parent Age: 3-5 years Class length: 30 minutes Qualification: None needed. This class is for kids who aren’t yet comfortable going under water voluntarily and aren't ready for parent separation in the pool. Skills Practiced: ○ Bob to submerge in water ○ Front and back glide to the wall for 5 feet with no help ○ Front and back float for 10 seconds with help ○ Roll from back to front and front to back with help ○ Jump, push, turn, grab with help ○ Swim, float, swim 10 feet with help ○ Exit the water Adult participation: one parent or guardian per child must be in the pool for each lesson Preschoolers develop comfort with underwater exploration and are introduced to basic self-rescue skills performed with assistance. Register Private Swim Lessons Group lessons aren't for everyone. Book one-on-one sessions with a YMCA swim instructor. See Options Open Swim Drop into our pool for lap swim, family swim, or recreational swim. Pool Schedules Free Child Watch Enjoy a swim while your kids have fun in a safe environment. See Schedule Questions about swimming at the Y? Find answers to your most frequently asked pool questions. Frequently Asked Pool Questions
Hop in the pool with your baby or toddler and help them learn to be comfortable in the water. Parents learn about water safety and drowning prevention. Winter Programming starts January 2!Member registration opens Saturday, December 7 and community registration opens Saturday, December 14. Session availability varies by branch location. Explore your branch offerings today and Join the Y today for early access and discounts! Choose a Level Not sure which lesson is the right fit? Use our Swim Lesson Selector (PDF) to assess the student, or contact the Aquatics Director. Stage A Water Discovery Age: 6 months-3 years Class length: 30 minutes Qualification: None needed Adult participation: one parent or guardian per child must be in the pool for each lesson The class introduces infants and toddlers to the aquatic environment through exploration. Register Stage B Water Exploration Age: 6 months-3 years Class length: 30 minutes Qualification: Child is comfortable in the water or child has taken Stage A Water Discovery Adult participation: one parent or guardian per child must be in the pool for each lesson Focuses on exploring body positions, blowing bubbles, and fundamental safety and aquatic skills. Register Stage 1 Water Acclimation with Parent Age: 3-5 years Class length: 30 minutes Qualification: None needed. This class is for kids who aren’t yet comfortable going under water voluntarily and aren't ready for parent separation in the pool. Skills Practiced: ○ Bob to submerge in water ○ Front and back glide to the wall for 5 feet with no help ○ Front and back float for 10 seconds with help ○ Roll from back to front and front to back with help ○ Jump, push, turn, grab with help ○ Swim, float, swim 10 feet with help ○ Exit the water Adult participation: one parent or guardian per child must be in the pool for each lesson Preschoolers develop comfort with underwater exploration and are introduced to basic self-rescue skills performed with assistance. Register Private Swim Lessons Group lessons aren't for everyone. Book one-on-one sessions with a YMCA swim instructor. See Options Open Swim Drop into our pool for lap swim, family swim, or recreational swim. Pool Schedules Free Child Watch Enjoy a swim while your kids have fun in a safe environment. See Schedule Questions about swimming at the Y? Find answers to your most frequently asked pool questions. Frequently Asked Pool Questions