SWIM
LESSONS
| Youth | Adult | Private Lessons | Training Classes |
The YMCA began teaching swim lessons over 110
years ago and today is recognized as a leader in aquatic
instruction.
With more than 100 years of experience in
teaching swim lessons, the YMCA offers classes for ages 6 months and
up. The challenge of learning to swim at the Y requires participants
to improve and grow in spirit, mind and body.
The programs are divided into: parent-tot, preschool, youth and
adult. Sessions run six lessons at 45 minutes each, unless noted.
Class Make-up Policy: Only make-up classes that have been cancelled
due to conditions beyond the instructors control will be
rescheduled. (Example weather related closing or pool maintenance
issues)
| Youth Swim Lessons | return to top |
Program Objectives:
YMCA of Harrison County is proud to offer swim lessons for youth 6 months old & up. Teaching methods are designed to help develop each participant to his/her fullest potential, to encourage awareness of safety and to master skills to the best of their ability.
*YMCA Open Doors applies to all sessions
SUMMER SWIM SCHOOL
Description:
This is a two week, once a day lesson for beginner to intermediate
swimmers. You will be surprised how much your child will improve in
just ten consecutive classes
| Ages: | Preschool (Ages 3-5) | Youth (Ages 6-12) |
| Sessions: | 9:00 - 9:45 am | 10:00 - 10:45 am |
| Jun. 7-18, Jun. 21-Jul. 2, or Jul. 12-23 | ||
| Where: | Therapy Pool | Lap Pool |
| Fees: | |
| Facility Members/$54 | Program Members/$94 |
PARENT-TOT SWIM LESSONS
Ages:
6 - 24 months
Sessions: Saturdays 10:45 - 11:15 am
| Jul 24 - Aug 28 | Sept 18 - Oct 23 | Nov 6 - Dec 18 |
Where: Therapy Pool
Description: Both parent and child jump into these lessons. In this "introduction to water" class, the goal is to earn your child’s trust in a fun and structured setting. We will be teaching the parents to teach their child. The class is not a series class.
Policies: Children must wear swim diapers.
| Fees: | |
Facility Members/FREE |
Program Members/$5 per class |
PRESCHOOL SWIM LESSONS
Ages: 3 - 5 years
Sessions: Tues./Thurs. 5:30 - 6:15 pm
| Jul 20 - Aug 5 | Aug 10 - 26 | Sept 14 - 30 | Oct 5 - 21 |
| Nov 2 - 18 | Nov 30 - Dec 16 |
Saturdays 9:50 - 10:35 am
| Jul 24 - Aug 28 | Sept 18 - Oct 23 | Nov 6 - Dec 18 |
Where: Therapy Pool
Description: Preschoolers will develop their swimming skills in an appropriate learning group. As swimmers progress through Pike, Eel, Ray and Starfish classes, they will gain confidence in the water, learn to kick, float and swim on front and back using rhythmic breathing and over-arm recovery.
| Fees: | |
| Facility Members/$32 per session | Program Members/$56 per session |
YOUTH SWIM LESSONS
Ages: 6 - 13 years
Sessions:
Beginner: Mon./Wed. 5:30 - 6:15 pm
| Jul 19 - Aug 4 | Aug 9 - 25 | Sept 13 - 29 | Oct 4 - 20 |
| Nov 1 - 17 | Nov 29 - Dec 15 |
Beginner & Intermediate: Saturdays 9:00 - 9:45 am
| Jul 24 - Aug 28 | Sept 18 - Oct 23 | Nov 6 - Dec 18 |
Intermediate/Advanced: Mon./Wed. 5:30 - 6:15 pm
| Jul 19 - Aug 4 | Aug 9 - 25 | Sept 13 - 29 | Oct 4 - 20 |
| Nov 1 - 17 | Nov 29 - Dec 15 |
Where: Therapy Pool
Description: Your youth will progress from Polliwog to Shark as they move through the six levels for school-aged children. Skill sheets and certificates are awarded after completion of the course. When registering, specify whether your child is beginner or intermediate. Advanced lessons are available.
| Fees: | |
| Facility Members/$32 per session | Program Members/$56 per session |
| Adult Swim Lessons | return to top |
YMCA of Harrison County is committed to providing swim lessons to anyone who wants to learn to swim, regardless of age. Teaching methods are designed to help develop each participant to his/her fullest potential, to encourage awareness of safety and to master skills to the best of their ability.
*YMCA Open Doors applies to all sessions
ADULT & TEEN SWIM LESSONS
Ages: 13+ years
Sessions: Saturdays 11:30 am - 12:15 pm
| Jul 24 - Aug 28 | Sept 18 - Oct 23 | Nov 6 - Dec 18 |
Where: Therapy Pool
Description: If it has been awhile since you’ve been swimming, or you have never been in the water, you’re never too old and it’s never too late. Lessons are taught in the quiet, warm Therapy Pool where only adults are scheduled at that time.
| Fees: | |
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Facility
Members/FREE |
Program Members/$56 per session |
ADVANCED SWIM LESSONS
Sessions: Saturdays, 10:45 am - 11:30 am
| Jul 24 - Aug 28 | Sept 18 - Oct 23 | Nov 6 - Dec 18 |
Where: Lap Pool
Description: Refine your swimming form, learn new strokes, and add variety to your swim work-outs! This class requires the swimmer be able to swim the length of the pool (25 yards) using freestyle and backstroke. Once the instructor feels the student is efficient in these two strokes, students can progress to the breaststroke, and then the butterfly. Enrollment requirements must be demonstrated. Tryout for the class 15 minutes before it begins.
| Fees: | |
| Facility Members/$32 per session | Program Members/$56 per session |
| Private Swim Lessons | return to top |
We can accommodate beginning to advanced instruction. Available class dates and times are arranged through our Aquatics Director, Andy Pappano.
*YMCA Open Doors does NOT apply
Ages: 5 years and up
Sessions: Arranged with instructor
Where: Lap Pool
Description: Instructors can be requested but are not guaranteed. A 24-hour cancellation notice is required for credit or to reschedule. Once participants pay and register at front desk, the assigned instructor will call and schedule a time and day for the lesson.
Fees:
Facility Member: (1 student/1 instructor) $20 per 30-minute lesson
(2 students/1 instructor) $30 per 30-minute lesson
Program Member: (1 student/1 instructor) 30-minute session $30
| Swim Training | return to top |
The YMCA strives to keep you learning and growing in the activities that you love. Even if you are a top-notch swimmer, you can increase your skills and keep your abilities sharp by participating in our swim training programs.
STROKE ANALYSIS
Ages: 8 years and up
Sessions: By appointment only. Contact
Aquatics Director, Andy Pappano at (812)-734-0770 or
apappano@ymcaharrison.org.
Where: Lap Pool
Description: Ever wonder what your
stroke looks like when you are swimming? Do you think it could be
improved? This class will provide swimmers with an
instructor to critique their form and technique, then provide
corrective drills that will make you a stronger and more efficient
swimmer. When you are doing it correctly, it makes swimming so much
easier. Let us help you be the swimmer we know you can be.
Fees:
Facility Members/$10 per 30-minutes
STARTS & TURNS CLINIC
Ages: 8 years and up
Sessions: By appointment only. Contact
Aquatics Director, Andy Pappano at (812)-734-0770 or
apappano@ymcaharrison.org.
Where: Lap Pool
Description: Learn how to change
direction and use a starting block in freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly.
Perfecting your start and turn is the easiest way to improve your
race time. Participants must have a general
understanding of all the strokes.
Fees: Facility Members/$10 per 30-minutes
POOL RECORD DAY
Ages: 6 years and up
Sessions: Every 2nd & 4th
Saturday, 11am - Noon (ongoing)
*You must sign-up by the Friday before
to compete. Sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board.
Where: YMCA of Harrison County
Natatorium
Description: Come make your
mark! Swim competitions will start at 11:00 a.m. Come early to
warm-up!
| Fees: | |
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Facility Members/FREE |
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