We offer swim classes for infants, kids, teenagers, and adults. Find a class that’s right for you.


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Spring I Programming starts February 26!
Member registration opens Saturday, February 10 and community registration opens Saturday, February 17. Session availability varies by branch location. Explore your branch offerings today and Join the Y today for early access and discounts!


Mom and baby swim in YMCA indoor pool during mommy and me swimming class

Parent & Child Classes

Accompanied by a parent, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness. Parents learn about water safety and drowning prevention.
Preschool girl holding on to side of pool during swim class

Preschool Child

Children learn water safety, basic swimming competency, and progress through levels as they develop skills.
Three girls learning how to swim at YMCA

School Age Child

Students learn personal water safety, achieve basic swimming competency, and progress to learn about the four competitive swimming strokes.
Adult wearing googles takes a breath on the side of North Brooklyn YMCA's indoor lap swimming pool

Teens and Adults

Teens and adults can choose from different levels of classes, beginning with water safety and swimming competency, to building and refining swimming stroke techniques.
Private lesson swim instructor teaching young girl to swim in pool at YMCA

Private Swim Lessons

Group lessons aren't for everyone. One-on-one time with a YMCA swim instructor might be just what you need.

Questions about swimming at the Y? Find answers to your most frequently asked pool questions.