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We are so excited to welcome you to swim lessons, dance classes, instructional sports, and more. Class Cancellation & Inclement WeatherCredits, refunds or makeup will be granted in the event that the YMCA cancels a fee-based class or program.Please make your best effort to attend your regular classes--makeup classes are not guaranteed. Due to the high demand, missed makeup classes will not be rescheduled. All makeups must be scheduled during the session missed class occurred. Refunds will not be given for missed classes. All makeups must be scheduled with the program director. Summer Programming starts June 30!Member registration opens Saturday, June 7 and community registration opens Saturday, June 14. Session availability varies by branch location. Explore your branch offerings today and Join the Y today for early access and discounts! Youth Instructional Sports & Dance Special Promotion: Refer a friend and get 10% off your registration!! Pre-Ballet, Ages 3-9 Introduce your little one to the magical world of ballet ! Our pre-ballet class lays the foundation of classical ballet while building confidence, creativity, and discipline. Perfect for our budding dancers!Tuesdays 3:15 PM- 4:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM Member: $229 | Community: $286Register Instructional Basketball, Ages 5-11 Calling all future ballers! Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned player, our basketball classes focus on fundamental skills and promote good sportsmanship. Enjoy non- contact drills and improve your game!Ages 5-7Mondays 4:00 PM- 4:45 PM Saturdays 12:00 PM- 12:45 PM Member: $229 | Community: $286Register Ages 8-11Mondays 4:45 PM- 5:30 PM Saturdays 12:45 PM- 1:30 PM Member: $229 | Community: $286Register Youth Karate, Ages 5-12 Unleash your inner warrior! Karate classes build physical strength, mental focus, and self -defense skills. Students will master speed, power, and balance while having a blast.Thursdays 3:15 PM- 4:00 PM Member: $229 | Community: $286Register Isadora Duncan, Beginner, Ages 4-11 Experience the joy of free- flowing dance! Ideal for all ages, this class starts with relaxing floor warm-ups and moves to ballet barre, blending fluid movement s with fun dance combinations.Wednesdays 3:15 PM- 4:15 PM Member: $229 | Community: $286Register Multi-Sport, Ages 4-7 A parent accompanied class which will switch focus between basketball and soccer!Age 4-5 YearsSaturdays 10:30 AM- 11:15 AM Member: $229 | Community: $286RegisterAge 6-7 YearsSaturday 11:15 AM- 12:00 PM Member: $229 | Community: $286Register Boxing, Ages 5-12 Unleash your inner warrior! Karate & Boxing classes build physical strength, mental focus, and self-defense skills. Students will master speed, power, and balance while having a blast.Wednesdays 4:15 PM- 5:00 PM Friday 4:15 PM - 5:00 PMMember: $229 | Community: $286Register Early Learners Give your toddler a head start with our exciting and engaging programs designed to boost physical abilities, language development , fine motor skills, and independence. Let 's spark their curiosity and love for learning in a fun and playful environment! My Grown-up & Me Movement, Ages 18 mo-36 mo Encourage growth and learning through innovative play and calming techniques. Geared towards toddlers and up, this class uses a combination of music and movement for children and caregivers to develop little bodies and minds, inspiring confidence, strength, and fun! Saturdays 10:30 am- 11:15 am Saturdays 11:30am- 12:15pm Member: $225 | Community: $290Register Let's Get Ready Series, Ages 18 mo-36 mo Let's Get ReadyGive your child a foundation for success in school with our class built to promote independence, develop language, and inspire discovery and exploration. Mondays 9AM-12PMMember: $400 |Community: $475Register Ready, Set, Math & ReadSet the stage for academic success with our content-rich program that encourages active learning, promotes progress, and helps your child meet key developmental milestones as they approach pre-k or kindergarten. Wednesdays 9AM-12PMMember: $400 | Community: $475Register Ready, Set, ScienceIntroduce your child to the wonder of science through nature-based learning projects and hands-on experiments. This class is an excellent way for your child become familiarized with classroom structure in a nurturing and supportive environment. Fridays 9AM-12PMMember: $400 | Community: $475RegisterClasses are available individually or as part of a package. Discounted 2-Day Rate Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 9:00 am- 12:00 pm Member: $700 | Community: $900Sign up in person at the branch for the Ready Set Package and save! Swim Lessons, Parent & Child Water Discovery, Ages 6-36 Months Class length: 30 minutesQualification: None neededAdult participation: One parent or guardian per child must be in the pool for each lessonThe class introduces infants and toddlers to the aquatic environment through exploration.Register Water Exploration, Ages 6-36 Months Class length: 30 minutesQualification: Child is comfortable in the water or child has taken Stage A Water DiscoveryAdult participation: One parent or guardian per child must be in the pool for each lessonFocuses on exploring body positions, blowing bubbles, and fundamental safety and aquatic skills.Register Swim Lessons, Preschool Stage 1: Water Acclimation, Age 3-5 Class length: 30 minutesQualification: None needed. This class is for kids who aren’t yet comfortable going under water voluntarily. 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 waterPreschoolers develop comfort with underwater exploration and are introduced to basic self-rescue skills performed with assistance.Register Stage 2: Water Movement, Ages 3-5 Class length: 30 minutesQualification: Child must be able to demonstrate all Stage 1 skills as follows:○ Go underwater and comfortably open eyes without goggles○ Float on front and back with minimal assistance○ Jump into the pool, submerge, and return to the wall with assistance○ This class is for kids who are not able to do a front and back float on their own. Skills Practiced:○ Submerge to look at an object on the bottom of the pool○ Front and back glide to the wall for 5 feet○ Front and back float for 10 seconds○ Roll from back to front and front to back○ Jump, push, turn, grab○ Swim, float, swim 5 yards○ Tread water near the wall for 10 seconds○ Exit the waterPreschoolers focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water, while also continuing to practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into water.Register Stage 3: Water Stamina, Ages 3-5 Class length: 30 minutesQualification: Child must be able to demonstrate all Stage 2 skills as follows:○ Float on front and back unassisted○ Push off the wall on stomach with face submerged for 10 feet unassisted○ Swim, float, swim 15 feet unassisted○ Jump into deep water and return to the wall unassisted○ This class is for kids who are not able to swim 10-15 yards on their front and back. Skills Practiced:○ Retrieve an object in chest-deep water○ Swim on front and back for 10 yards○ Roll from back to front and front to back○ Jump, push, turn, grab 10 yards○ Swim, float, swim 15 yards○ Tread water for 30 seconds○ Exit the waterPreschoolers learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages. The class also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm/leg action.Register Swim Lessons, School Age Stage 1: Water Acclimation, Ages 6-12 Class length: 30 minutesQualification: None needed. This class is for kids who aren’t yet comfortable going under water voluntarily. 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 waterRegister Stage 2: Water Movement, Ages 6-12 Class length: 30 minutesQualification: Child must be able to demonstrate all Stage 1 skills as follows:○ Go underwater and comfortably open eyes without goggles○ Float on front and back with minimal assistance○ Jump into the pool, submerge, and return to the wall with assistance○ This class is for kids who are not able to do a front and back float on their own. Skills Practiced:○ Submerge to look at an object on the bottom of the pool○ Front and back glide to the wall for 5 feet○ Front and back float for 10 seconds○ Roll from back to front and front to back○ Jump, push, turn, grab○ Swim, float, swim 5 yards○ Tread water near the wall for 10 seconds○ Exit the waterRegister Stage 3: Water Stamina, Ages 6-12 Class length: 30 minutesQualification: Child must be able to demonstrate all Stage 2 skills as follows:○ Float on front and back unassisted○ Push off the wall on stomach with face submerged for 10 feet unassisted○ Swim, float, swim 15 feet unassisted○ Jump into deep water and return to the wall unassisted○ This class is for kids who are not able to swim 10-15 yards on their front and back. Skills Practiced:○ Retrieve an object in chest-deep water○ Swim on front and back for 10 yards○ Roll from back to front and front to back○ Jump, push, turn, grab 10 yards○ Swim, float, swim 15 yards○ Tread water for 30 seconds○ Exit the waterStudents learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages. The class also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm/leg action.Register Stage 4: Stroke Introduction, Ages 6-12 Class length: 30 minutesQualification: Child must be able to demonstrate all Stage 3 skills as follows:○ Submerge and retrieve an object in chest-deep water○ Swim front crawl 15 yards while taking a breath○ Swim, float, swim 15 yards○ Jump in and tread water for 30 seconds○ Swim to wall and exit○ This class is for kids who are not able to swim 15 yards of front and back crawl. Skills Practiced:○ Swim the front crawl with rotary breathing for 15 yards○ Breaststroke kick for 15 yards○ Butterfly kick for 15 yards○ Elementary backstroke for 15 yards○ Dive from a sitting position○ Tread water using a scissor and whip kick for one minute○ Swim any combination of strokes for 25 yardsHaving mastered the fundamentals, students learn additional water safety skills and build stroke technique.Register Stage 5 Stroke Development, Ages 6-12 Class length: 30 minutesQualification: Child must be able to demonstrate all Stage 4 skills as follows:○ Front crawl and back crawl 25 yards○ Swim breaststroke kick and dolphin kick 15 yards○ Tread water using multiple kicks for 1 minute○ This class is for kids who are not able swim the front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke across the pool. Skills Practiced:○ Swim the front crawl with bent-arm recovery for 25 yards○ Breaststroke for 25 yards○ Butterfly with simultaneous arm action and kick for 15 yards○ Back crawl for 25 yards○ Sidestroke for 25 yards○ Dive from a kneeling position○ Tread water using a scissor and whip kick for 2 minutes○ Swim any combination of strokes for 50 yardsStudents work on stroke technique and learn all major competitive swimming strokes.Register Stage 6: Stroke Mechanics, Ages 6-12 Class length: 30 minutesQualification: Child must be able to demonstrate all Stage 5 skills as follows:○ Swim the front crawl with bent-arm recovery for 25 yards○ Swim back crawl with stroke rotation for 25 yards○ Swim butterfly with over arm recovery○ Swim breaststroke for 25 yards achieving stroke rhythm○ Dive from kneeling position○ This class is for kids who are not able swim the front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke across the pool and back. Skills Practiced:○ Swim the front crawl for 50 yards and do a flip turn○ Breaststroke for 50 yards and do an open turn○ Butterfly for 25 yards○ Back crawl for 25 yards and do a flip turn○ Sidestroke or elementary backstroke for 50 yards○ Dive from a standing position○ Swim any combination of strokes for 150 yards○ Swim any combination of strokes for 50 yardsStudents refine stroke technique on the major competitive strokes, learn about competitive swimming and discover how to incorporate swimming into a healthy lifestyle.Register Aquatic Conditioning, Ages 8-18 Focusing on conditioning to build endurance and stroke technique on all major competitive strokes and encourages swimming as a part of a healthy lifestyle.Register Swim Lessons, Adults Stage 1 Water Acclimation, Ages 18+ Class length: 45 minutesQualification: None needed. This class is for students who aren’t yet comfortable going under water voluntarily. 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 waterStudents develop comfort with underwater exploration and are introduced to basic self-rescue skills performed with assistance.Register Stage 2 Water Movement, Ages 18+ Class length: 45 minutesQualification: Student must be able to demonstrate all Stage 1 skills as follows:○ Go underwater and comfortably open eyes without goggles○ Float on front and back with minimal assistance○ Jump into the pool, submerge, and return to the wall with assistance Skills Practiced:○ Submerge to look at an object on the bottom of the pool○ Front and back glide to the wall for 5 feet○ Front and back float for 10 seconds○ Roll from back to front and front to back○ Jump, push, turn, grab○ Swim, float, swim 5 yards○ Tread water near the wall for 10 seconds○ Exit the waterStudents focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water, while also continuing to practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into water.Register Stage 3 Water Stamina, Ages 18+ Class length: 45 minutesQualification: Student must be able to demonstrate all Stage 2 skills as follows:○ Float on front and back unassisted○ Push off the wall on stomach with face submerged for 10 feet unassisted○ Swim, float, swim 15 feet unassisted○ Jump into deep water and return to the wall unassisted○ This class is for students who are not able to swim 10-15 yards on their front and back. Skills Practiced:○ Retrieve an object in chest-deep water○ Swim on front and back for 10 yards○ Roll from back to front and front to back○ Jump, push, turn, grab 10 yards○ Swim, float, swim 15 yards○ Tread water for 30 seconds○ Exit the waterStudents learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages. The class also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm/leg action.Register Stage 4 Stroke Introduction, Ages 18+ Class length: 45 minutesQualification: Student must be able to demonstrate all Stage 3 skills as follows:○ Submerge and retrieve an object in chest-deep water○ Swim front crawl 15 yards while taking a breath○ Swim, float, swim 15 yards○ Jump in and tread water for 30 seconds○ Swim to wall and exit Skills Practiced:○ Swim the front crawl with rotary breathing for 15 yards○ Breaststroke kick for 15 yards○ Butterfly kick for 15 yards○ Elementary backstroke for 15 yards○ Dive from a sitting position○ Tread water using a scissor and whip kick for one minute○ Swim any combination of strokes for 25 yardsRegister Stage 5 & 6 Stroke Development, Ages 18+ Class length: 45 minutesQualification: Student must be able to demonstrate all Stage 4 skills as follows:○ Front crawl and back crawl 25 yards○ Swim breaststroke kick and dolphin kick 15 yards○ Tread water using multiple kicks for 1 minute Skills Practiced:○ Swim the front crawl with bent-arm recovery for 25 yards○ Breaststroke for 25 yards○ Butterfly with simultaneous arm action and kick for 15 yards○ Back crawl for 25 yards○ Sidestroke for 25 yards○ Dive from a kneeling position○ Tread water using a scissor and whip kick for 2 minutes○ Swim any combination of strokes for 50 yardsStudents work on stroke technique and learn all major competitive swimming strokes.Register Aquatics Conditioning, Ages 18+ Focusing on conditioning to build endurance and stroke technique on all major competitive strokes and encourages swimming as a part of a healthy lifestyle.Register Manta Ray Swim Team, Ages 8-18 Young swimmers build strength, speed and endurance while refining their stroke technique in our swim team program. Swimmers enhance skills as a competitive swimmer, make friends & set individual goals. Must be ages 8-17 years old. Younger swimmers may be considered following an evaluation by the Head Coach. TRYOUTSSeptember 3 – September 13The final roster will be released on September 13. For more information, please contact mantarays@ymcanyc.org Lifeguard Development Strengthen your swimming skills and learn life-saving skills. The class is free and open to the public. Friday 3:15PM - 4:30PMAges 14+Register
We are so excited to welcome you to swim lessons, dance classes, instructional sports, and more. Class Cancellation & Inclement WeatherCredits, refunds or makeup will be granted in the event that the YMCA cancels a fee-based class or program.Please make your best effort to attend your regular classes--makeup classes are not guaranteed. Due to the high demand, missed makeup classes will not be rescheduled. All makeups must be scheduled during the session missed class occurred. Refunds will not be given for missed classes. All makeups must be scheduled with the program director. Summer Programming starts June 30!Member registration opens Saturday, June 7 and community registration opens Saturday, June 14. Session availability varies by branch location. Explore your branch offerings today and Join the Y today for early access and discounts! Youth Instructional Sports & Dance Special Promotion: Refer a friend and get 10% off your registration!! Pre-Ballet, Ages 3-9 Introduce your little one to the magical world of ballet ! Our pre-ballet class lays the foundation of classical ballet while building confidence, creativity, and discipline. Perfect for our budding dancers!Tuesdays 3:15 PM- 4:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM Member: $229 | Community: $286Register Instructional Basketball, Ages 5-11 Calling all future ballers! Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned player, our basketball classes focus on fundamental skills and promote good sportsmanship. Enjoy non- contact drills and improve your game!Ages 5-7Mondays 4:00 PM- 4:45 PM Saturdays 12:00 PM- 12:45 PM Member: $229 | Community: $286Register Ages 8-11Mondays 4:45 PM- 5:30 PM Saturdays 12:45 PM- 1:30 PM Member: $229 | Community: $286Register Youth Karate, Ages 5-12 Unleash your inner warrior! Karate classes build physical strength, mental focus, and self -defense skills. Students will master speed, power, and balance while having a blast.Thursdays 3:15 PM- 4:00 PM Member: $229 | Community: $286Register Isadora Duncan, Beginner, Ages 4-11 Experience the joy of free- flowing dance! Ideal for all ages, this class starts with relaxing floor warm-ups and moves to ballet barre, blending fluid movement s with fun dance combinations.Wednesdays 3:15 PM- 4:15 PM Member: $229 | Community: $286Register Multi-Sport, Ages 4-7 A parent accompanied class which will switch focus between basketball and soccer!Age 4-5 YearsSaturdays 10:30 AM- 11:15 AM Member: $229 | Community: $286RegisterAge 6-7 YearsSaturday 11:15 AM- 12:00 PM Member: $229 | Community: $286Register Boxing, Ages 5-12 Unleash your inner warrior! Karate & Boxing classes build physical strength, mental focus, and self-defense skills. Students will master speed, power, and balance while having a blast.Wednesdays 4:15 PM- 5:00 PM Friday 4:15 PM - 5:00 PMMember: $229 | Community: $286Register Early Learners Give your toddler a head start with our exciting and engaging programs designed to boost physical abilities, language development , fine motor skills, and independence. Let 's spark their curiosity and love for learning in a fun and playful environment! My Grown-up & Me Movement, Ages 18 mo-36 mo Encourage growth and learning through innovative play and calming techniques. Geared towards toddlers and up, this class uses a combination of music and movement for children and caregivers to develop little bodies and minds, inspiring confidence, strength, and fun! Saturdays 10:30 am- 11:15 am Saturdays 11:30am- 12:15pm Member: $225 | Community: $290Register Let's Get Ready Series, Ages 18 mo-36 mo Let's Get ReadyGive your child a foundation for success in school with our class built to promote independence, develop language, and inspire discovery and exploration. Mondays 9AM-12PMMember: $400 |Community: $475Register Ready, Set, Math & ReadSet the stage for academic success with our content-rich program that encourages active learning, promotes progress, and helps your child meet key developmental milestones as they approach pre-k or kindergarten. Wednesdays 9AM-12PMMember: $400 | Community: $475Register Ready, Set, ScienceIntroduce your child to the wonder of science through nature-based learning projects and hands-on experiments. This class is an excellent way for your child become familiarized with classroom structure in a nurturing and supportive environment. Fridays 9AM-12PMMember: $400 | Community: $475RegisterClasses are available individually or as part of a package. Discounted 2-Day Rate Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 9:00 am- 12:00 pm Member: $700 | Community: $900Sign up in person at the branch for the Ready Set Package and save! Swim Lessons, Parent & Child Water Discovery, Ages 6-36 Months Class length: 30 minutesQualification: None neededAdult participation: One parent or guardian per child must be in the pool for each lessonThe class introduces infants and toddlers to the aquatic environment through exploration.Register Water Exploration, Ages 6-36 Months Class length: 30 minutesQualification: Child is comfortable in the water or child has taken Stage A Water DiscoveryAdult participation: One parent or guardian per child must be in the pool for each lessonFocuses on exploring body positions, blowing bubbles, and fundamental safety and aquatic skills.Register Swim Lessons, Preschool Stage 1: Water Acclimation, Age 3-5 Class length: 30 minutesQualification: None needed. This class is for kids who aren’t yet comfortable going under water voluntarily. 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 waterPreschoolers develop comfort with underwater exploration and are introduced to basic self-rescue skills performed with assistance.Register Stage 2: Water Movement, Ages 3-5 Class length: 30 minutesQualification: Child must be able to demonstrate all Stage 1 skills as follows:○ Go underwater and comfortably open eyes without goggles○ Float on front and back with minimal assistance○ Jump into the pool, submerge, and return to the wall with assistance○ This class is for kids who are not able to do a front and back float on their own. Skills Practiced:○ Submerge to look at an object on the bottom of the pool○ Front and back glide to the wall for 5 feet○ Front and back float for 10 seconds○ Roll from back to front and front to back○ Jump, push, turn, grab○ Swim, float, swim 5 yards○ Tread water near the wall for 10 seconds○ Exit the waterPreschoolers focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water, while also continuing to practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into water.Register Stage 3: Water Stamina, Ages 3-5 Class length: 30 minutesQualification: Child must be able to demonstrate all Stage 2 skills as follows:○ Float on front and back unassisted○ Push off the wall on stomach with face submerged for 10 feet unassisted○ Swim, float, swim 15 feet unassisted○ Jump into deep water and return to the wall unassisted○ This class is for kids who are not able to swim 10-15 yards on their front and back. Skills Practiced:○ Retrieve an object in chest-deep water○ Swim on front and back for 10 yards○ Roll from back to front and front to back○ Jump, push, turn, grab 10 yards○ Swim, float, swim 15 yards○ Tread water for 30 seconds○ Exit the waterPreschoolers learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages. The class also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm/leg action.Register Swim Lessons, School Age Stage 1: Water Acclimation, Ages 6-12 Class length: 30 minutesQualification: None needed. This class is for kids who aren’t yet comfortable going under water voluntarily. 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 waterRegister Stage 2: Water Movement, Ages 6-12 Class length: 30 minutesQualification: Child must be able to demonstrate all Stage 1 skills as follows:○ Go underwater and comfortably open eyes without goggles○ Float on front and back with minimal assistance○ Jump into the pool, submerge, and return to the wall with assistance○ This class is for kids who are not able to do a front and back float on their own. Skills Practiced:○ Submerge to look at an object on the bottom of the pool○ Front and back glide to the wall for 5 feet○ Front and back float for 10 seconds○ Roll from back to front and front to back○ Jump, push, turn, grab○ Swim, float, swim 5 yards○ Tread water near the wall for 10 seconds○ Exit the waterRegister Stage 3: Water Stamina, Ages 6-12 Class length: 30 minutesQualification: Child must be able to demonstrate all Stage 2 skills as follows:○ Float on front and back unassisted○ Push off the wall on stomach with face submerged for 10 feet unassisted○ Swim, float, swim 15 feet unassisted○ Jump into deep water and return to the wall unassisted○ This class is for kids who are not able to swim 10-15 yards on their front and back. Skills Practiced:○ Retrieve an object in chest-deep water○ Swim on front and back for 10 yards○ Roll from back to front and front to back○ Jump, push, turn, grab 10 yards○ Swim, float, swim 15 yards○ Tread water for 30 seconds○ Exit the waterStudents learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages. The class also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm/leg action.Register Stage 4: Stroke Introduction, Ages 6-12 Class length: 30 minutesQualification: Child must be able to demonstrate all Stage 3 skills as follows:○ Submerge and retrieve an object in chest-deep water○ Swim front crawl 15 yards while taking a breath○ Swim, float, swim 15 yards○ Jump in and tread water for 30 seconds○ Swim to wall and exit○ This class is for kids who are not able to swim 15 yards of front and back crawl. Skills Practiced:○ Swim the front crawl with rotary breathing for 15 yards○ Breaststroke kick for 15 yards○ Butterfly kick for 15 yards○ Elementary backstroke for 15 yards○ Dive from a sitting position○ Tread water using a scissor and whip kick for one minute○ Swim any combination of strokes for 25 yardsHaving mastered the fundamentals, students learn additional water safety skills and build stroke technique.Register Stage 5 Stroke Development, Ages 6-12 Class length: 30 minutesQualification: Child must be able to demonstrate all Stage 4 skills as follows:○ Front crawl and back crawl 25 yards○ Swim breaststroke kick and dolphin kick 15 yards○ Tread water using multiple kicks for 1 minute○ This class is for kids who are not able swim the front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke across the pool. Skills Practiced:○ Swim the front crawl with bent-arm recovery for 25 yards○ Breaststroke for 25 yards○ Butterfly with simultaneous arm action and kick for 15 yards○ Back crawl for 25 yards○ Sidestroke for 25 yards○ Dive from a kneeling position○ Tread water using a scissor and whip kick for 2 minutes○ Swim any combination of strokes for 50 yardsStudents work on stroke technique and learn all major competitive swimming strokes.Register Stage 6: Stroke Mechanics, Ages 6-12 Class length: 30 minutesQualification: Child must be able to demonstrate all Stage 5 skills as follows:○ Swim the front crawl with bent-arm recovery for 25 yards○ Swim back crawl with stroke rotation for 25 yards○ Swim butterfly with over arm recovery○ Swim breaststroke for 25 yards achieving stroke rhythm○ Dive from kneeling position○ This class is for kids who are not able swim the front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke across the pool and back. Skills Practiced:○ Swim the front crawl for 50 yards and do a flip turn○ Breaststroke for 50 yards and do an open turn○ Butterfly for 25 yards○ Back crawl for 25 yards and do a flip turn○ Sidestroke or elementary backstroke for 50 yards○ Dive from a standing position○ Swim any combination of strokes for 150 yards○ Swim any combination of strokes for 50 yardsStudents refine stroke technique on the major competitive strokes, learn about competitive swimming and discover how to incorporate swimming into a healthy lifestyle.Register Aquatic Conditioning, Ages 8-18 Focusing on conditioning to build endurance and stroke technique on all major competitive strokes and encourages swimming as a part of a healthy lifestyle.Register Swim Lessons, Adults Stage 1 Water Acclimation, Ages 18+ Class length: 45 minutesQualification: None needed. This class is for students who aren’t yet comfortable going under water voluntarily. 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 waterStudents develop comfort with underwater exploration and are introduced to basic self-rescue skills performed with assistance.Register Stage 2 Water Movement, Ages 18+ Class length: 45 minutesQualification: Student must be able to demonstrate all Stage 1 skills as follows:○ Go underwater and comfortably open eyes without goggles○ Float on front and back with minimal assistance○ Jump into the pool, submerge, and return to the wall with assistance Skills Practiced:○ Submerge to look at an object on the bottom of the pool○ Front and back glide to the wall for 5 feet○ Front and back float for 10 seconds○ Roll from back to front and front to back○ Jump, push, turn, grab○ Swim, float, swim 5 yards○ Tread water near the wall for 10 seconds○ Exit the waterStudents focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water, while also continuing to practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into water.Register Stage 3 Water Stamina, Ages 18+ Class length: 45 minutesQualification: Student must be able to demonstrate all Stage 2 skills as follows:○ Float on front and back unassisted○ Push off the wall on stomach with face submerged for 10 feet unassisted○ Swim, float, swim 15 feet unassisted○ Jump into deep water and return to the wall unassisted○ This class is for students who are not able to swim 10-15 yards on their front and back. Skills Practiced:○ Retrieve an object in chest-deep water○ Swim on front and back for 10 yards○ Roll from back to front and front to back○ Jump, push, turn, grab 10 yards○ Swim, float, swim 15 yards○ Tread water for 30 seconds○ Exit the waterStudents learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages. The class also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm/leg action.Register Stage 4 Stroke Introduction, Ages 18+ Class length: 45 minutesQualification: Student must be able to demonstrate all Stage 3 skills as follows:○ Submerge and retrieve an object in chest-deep water○ Swim front crawl 15 yards while taking a breath○ Swim, float, swim 15 yards○ Jump in and tread water for 30 seconds○ Swim to wall and exit Skills Practiced:○ Swim the front crawl with rotary breathing for 15 yards○ Breaststroke kick for 15 yards○ Butterfly kick for 15 yards○ Elementary backstroke for 15 yards○ Dive from a sitting position○ Tread water using a scissor and whip kick for one minute○ Swim any combination of strokes for 25 yardsRegister Stage 5 & 6 Stroke Development, Ages 18+ Class length: 45 minutesQualification: Student must be able to demonstrate all Stage 4 skills as follows:○ Front crawl and back crawl 25 yards○ Swim breaststroke kick and dolphin kick 15 yards○ Tread water using multiple kicks for 1 minute Skills Practiced:○ Swim the front crawl with bent-arm recovery for 25 yards○ Breaststroke for 25 yards○ Butterfly with simultaneous arm action and kick for 15 yards○ Back crawl for 25 yards○ Sidestroke for 25 yards○ Dive from a kneeling position○ Tread water using a scissor and whip kick for 2 minutes○ Swim any combination of strokes for 50 yardsStudents work on stroke technique and learn all major competitive swimming strokes.Register Aquatics Conditioning, Ages 18+ Focusing on conditioning to build endurance and stroke technique on all major competitive strokes and encourages swimming as a part of a healthy lifestyle.Register Manta Ray Swim Team, Ages 8-18 Young swimmers build strength, speed and endurance while refining their stroke technique in our swim team program. Swimmers enhance skills as a competitive swimmer, make friends & set individual goals. Must be ages 8-17 years old. Younger swimmers may be considered following an evaluation by the Head Coach. TRYOUTSSeptember 3 – September 13The final roster will be released on September 13. For more information, please contact mantarays@ymcanyc.org Lifeguard Development Strengthen your swimming skills and learn life-saving skills. The class is free and open to the public. Friday 3:15PM - 4:30PMAges 14+Register