There is a good reason why the YMCA is referred to as America's Favorite Swim Instructor. We give you more than just swimming skills. You learn how to swim, but you also learn about yourself, about safety and rescue skills, and about water activities that you can enjoy for a lifetime.

Swim Lessons - Children will progress through the YMCA's swim lesson program at their own pace with the aid of our trained staff. Through trained and caring instructors, following the YMCA SKIPPERS program, your child will be taught the fundamentals of swimming in a fun and caring atmosphere.

Monthly sessions (must sign up the week before class is to start)
Days........Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time........6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Ages........3 - 13
Cost.........Member $26 for 4-week session; $32.50 for 5-week session
Non-member $48 for a 4-week session; $60 for a 5-week session

Private lessons - available upon request, 8 (30 minute sessions)
Cost........ One Person - Member $62; Non-member $105
Semi-private (2-3 people) Member $36 per person; Non-member $52 per person. Click here to download an application form.

Parent - Tot - Get your infant used to the water through water play.

  • For children 6 - 36 months
  • Parents must accompany infant in the water
  • Infants must wear swim diaper

Cost.......Member $9 per class; Non-member $18 per class
Days......Friday 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Note: Program offered May through July only.

Aquatic Classes

Aquajog
- Great cardio workout, really get you going; done in the deep end of the pool.
Days.......Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Time.......8 a.m. to 9 a.m.

Aquajoint - Great workout for those with arthritis; done in shallow end of pool.
Days.....Tuesday and Thursday
Time.....8 a.m. to 9 a.m.

Silver Sneakers SilverSplash Class
Activate your aqua exercise urge for variety. SilverSplash offers LOTS of fun and shallow water moves to improve agility, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance. No swimming ability is required, and a special SilverSneaker kickboard is used to develop strength, balance and coordination.

Days.......Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Time.......9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Cost.........Members free; Non-members 4 week session $32
5 week session $40

Cost of Aquatic Classes
Member

4 week class that meets 2 days/week - $18
4 week class that meets 3 days/week - $27
5 week class that meets 2 days/week - $22.50
5 week class that meets 3 days/week - $33.75

Non-member
4 week class that meets 2 days/week - $36
4 week class that meets 3 days/week - $54
5 week class that meets 2 days/week - $45
5 week class that meets 3 days/week - $67.50

Red Cross Lifeguard Classes - Red Cross Lifeguard Classes will give the participant the skills to become a certified Red Cross Lifeguard.

  • Must be able to swim 300 meters
  • Must be able to retrieve object from bottom of the deep end of pool
  • Must attend all sessions of class

Class Dates.........September 22 - 26 or March 18 - 21
Class Times.........Monday to Thursday, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m. to noon
Fees....................$110, plus one must buy the $35 lifeguard manual and $15 mask from Red Cross

Rubber Ducky Swim Club - an organized swim workout for adults designed to improve your swimming ability and fitness level while having fun. Whether you are training for a triathlon, swimming for fitness or increasing your speed and endurance, Ducky Swim is for you.

Don’t feel that you must have flawless aquatic skills before you start. If you know the basic swimming techniques of at least one stroke, and can propel yourself a length or two in the pool, you are ready to begin.

If you are new to Duckies, please sign up for a free, but required, Ducky Orientation session so you won't feel, well, like a Duck out of water! Sign up at the front desk at least one day ahead of time for either a Tuesday or Thursday orientation at 6 p.m. and we'll get you going.

Days.......Tuesday and Thursday
Time.......6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Fees........10 swim punch card for $20

Saturday Adult Lap Swim - This swim session, new this Fall, is a great opportunity for adults (18 years and up) to come in and swim for extra practice or fitness.

Days.......Saturdays
Time.......
9 - 10 a.m. May be extended to 9 - 11 a.m. as demand increases.
Cost........10 swim punch card for $20

Pool Rules

  • Must be 8 years to be alone in the water
  • Must wear appropriate swim attire
  • Infants must wear a swim diaper
  • Must take shower before getting into pool
  • Refer to posted rules for other guidelines

Slide Rules

  • Must be 4 feet tall
  • Must pass swim test
  • NO EXCEPTIONS
Click here to download the Pool Schedule

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