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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. Winter Programming starts January 2!Member registration opens Saturday, December 6 and community registration opens Saturday, December 13. Explore your branch offerings and join the Y today for early access and discounts! If online registration is closed, please visit or call your branch to see if additional spots are available. Youth Instructional Sports & Dance 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 Register 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 3:45 PM- 4:30 PM Register 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 Register Hip-Hop Dance, Ages 4-11 A high-energy dance that blends rhythmic and creative movements with a focus on freestyle expression and fun! It teaches cardiovascular health, coordination and balance through movement while allowing kids to express themselves and build confidence.Friday 4:15 PM - 5:00 PMSaturday 11:00AM - 11:45 AMRegister Musical Theater, Ages 4-11 Introduce your little one to the world of theater! A performing arts class that combines singing, acting and dancing. Perfect for fostering self-expression, collaboration and confidence!Thursday 4:15 PM - 5:00 PMRegister Early Learners Early Learners, Ages 18 mo-36 mo Let's Get ReadyHelp your child get ready for success with Ready, Set Classes! 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!Mondays 9:00 AM- 12:00 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM- 12:00 PM Friday 9:00 AM-12:00 PMRegister Discounted 2-Day Rate Choose any two days and get $100 off9:00 AM- 12:00 PM Member: $774 | Community: $938 Swim Lessons, Parent & Child Please note: Lessons are non-refundable and non-transferable. 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 Stage 4 Stroke Introduction, Age 3-5 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, preschoolers learn additional water safety skills and build stroke technique.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 Swim Lessons, Teens Aquatic Conditioning, Ages 8-17 Class length: 40 minutesQualification: Student must be able to demonstrate all Stage 6 skills as follows:○ 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 yardsSkills Practiced:○ Swim any combination of strokes for more than 150 yards○ Refining technique for all strokes○ Water polo○ Starts and flip turns○ DivesSwimmers build strength and endurance while refining technique and getting ready for competitive swim team. Register Manta Ray Swim Team, Ages 8-17 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 8 – September 12The final roster will be released on September 12. For more information, please contact mantarays@ymcanyc.org or sign up here 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 Adult Classes Pickleball Classes, Ages 18+ Pickleball Lessons Let's Go! Learn the rules, scoring, positions, and form, on regulation sized indoor courts. Join us to learn to play in a fun, supportive environment.Intermediate Class Details: Instructor: Experienced Certified Professional Schedule: October 27-December 21; Wednesdays 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM Member: $160 | Community: $240 Location: Gym A Drill classes for advanced beginners and intro to strategy. You have played consistently for at least 4 months. *Must bring own paddles and wear safety googles or glasses. Beginners Class Details: Instructor: Experienced Certified Professional Schedule: October 27-December 21; Fridays 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM Member: $160 | Community: $240 Location: Gym A No experience necessary! Come to learn the basics of gameplay. Players are required to bring their own paddles and safety goggles.Please consult with your healthcare provider if you have any physical or respiratory conditions before signing up. Register 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. Winter Programming starts January 2!Member registration opens Saturday, December 6 and community registration opens Saturday, December 13. Explore your branch offerings and join the Y today for early access and discounts! If online registration is closed, please visit or call your branch to see if additional spots are available. Youth Instructional Sports & Dance 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 Register 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 3:45 PM- 4:30 PM Register 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 Register Hip-Hop Dance, Ages 4-11 A high-energy dance that blends rhythmic and creative movements with a focus on freestyle expression and fun! It teaches cardiovascular health, coordination and balance through movement while allowing kids to express themselves and build confidence.Friday 4:15 PM - 5:00 PMSaturday 11:00AM - 11:45 AMRegister Musical Theater, Ages 4-11 Introduce your little one to the world of theater! A performing arts class that combines singing, acting and dancing. Perfect for fostering self-expression, collaboration and confidence!Thursday 4:15 PM - 5:00 PMRegister Early Learners Early Learners, Ages 18 mo-36 mo Let's Get ReadyHelp your child get ready for success with Ready, Set Classes! 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!Mondays 9:00 AM- 12:00 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM- 12:00 PM Friday 9:00 AM-12:00 PMRegister Discounted 2-Day Rate Choose any two days and get $100 off9:00 AM- 12:00 PM Member: $774 | Community: $938 Swim Lessons, Parent & Child Please note: Lessons are non-refundable and non-transferable. 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 Stage 4 Stroke Introduction, Age 3-5 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, preschoolers learn additional water safety skills and build stroke technique.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 Swim Lessons, Teens Aquatic Conditioning, Ages 8-17 Class length: 40 minutesQualification: Student must be able to demonstrate all Stage 6 skills as follows:○ 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 yardsSkills Practiced:○ Swim any combination of strokes for more than 150 yards○ Refining technique for all strokes○ Water polo○ Starts and flip turns○ DivesSwimmers build strength and endurance while refining technique and getting ready for competitive swim team. Register Manta Ray Swim Team, Ages 8-17 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 8 – September 12The final roster will be released on September 12. For more information, please contact mantarays@ymcanyc.org or sign up here 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 Adult Classes Pickleball Classes, Ages 18+ Pickleball Lessons Let's Go! Learn the rules, scoring, positions, and form, on regulation sized indoor courts. Join us to learn to play in a fun, supportive environment.Intermediate Class Details: Instructor: Experienced Certified Professional Schedule: October 27-December 21; Wednesdays 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM Member: $160 | Community: $240 Location: Gym A Drill classes for advanced beginners and intro to strategy. You have played consistently for at least 4 months. *Must bring own paddles and wear safety googles or glasses. Beginners Class Details: Instructor: Experienced Certified Professional Schedule: October 27-December 21; Fridays 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM Member: $160 | Community: $240 Location: Gym A No experience necessary! Come to learn the basics of gameplay. Players are required to bring their own paddles and safety goggles.Please consult with your healthcare provider if you have any physical or respiratory conditions before signing up. Register 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