Youth Swim League is a program for kids who enjoy swimming, want to explore the sport of competitive swimming, and hope to improve their technical swimming abilities. Our group will have the opportunity to swim in scheduled meets with other local YMCAs. Meet dates are TBA. Meet times TBA. YMCA staff and volunteers coach our...
Practices will focus on further developing the foundational soccer skills learned in toddler and preschool classes. Individual and team skills will be worked on throughout the class.
"Stroke Introduction: Children entering this level should be able to swim 10-15 yards on their front and back independently. Students develop stroke technique in front and back crawl and learn the breaststroke kick and butterfly kick. Treading is also introduced. 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."
"This group swim lesson provides a comfortable environment for teens to learn to swim by encouraging them to set personal goals and achieve them. A certified instructor will work with each participant's current skill level and help them improve. All skill levels are welcome. Ages 11-15 years."
"Individuals choosing this level may have a fear of the water, have very little to no swimming skills, and are ready to take the first step toward learning to swim. You will work toward your own personal goals while working on water adjustment, gaining confidence, floating, basic swimming skills, and basic personal safety skills. Ages...
