"Water Acclimation: Children entering this level should be comfortable working with an instructor without a parent in the water. Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water. Ages 3-5 years."
Our Youth Volleyball League meets once per week for 45-minute practices and 45-minute games. Practices include sport-specific drills to help children develop motor skills and improve coordination. Most importantly, all of our YMCA leagues emphasize teamwork, fair play, self-confidence, and fun. At the Y, everyone plays! YMCA staff and volunteers coach our teams in skill...
Our Youth Volleyball League meets once per week for 45-minute practices and 45-minute games. Practices include sport-specific drills to help children develop motor skills and improve coordination. Most importantly, all of our YMCA leagues emphasize teamwork, fair play, self-confidence, and fun. At the Y, everyone plays! YMCA staff and volunteers coach our teams in skill...
"Water Acclimation: Children entering this level should be comfortable working with an instructor without a parent in the water. Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water. Ages 6-12 years."
"Water Stamina: Children entering this level should be able to front and back float independently. Students learn to swim to safety from a longer distance. They are introduced to rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action. Ages 3-5 years."
"Water Movement: Children entering this level should be able to go underwater voluntarily. Students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water while continuing to practice how to safely exit if they would fall into a body of water. Ages 3-5 years."
