
SWIM
LESSONS YMCA Swim Lessons are designed to allow the participant
to have fun in the water while being guided to learn swimming skills. Activities
are based on the developmental abilities of the participant. Participants will
learn the basic skills that build on one another as the levels increase. They
also learn about water safety, water sports and games, character values/personal
growth and rescue. Click
here to download the 8 week session of Fall I swim lessons.
FREE
SWIM EVALUATION To ensure that your child is placed in the appropriate
class, we strongly recommend a swim evaluation before registration for participants
new to our swim lesson program. Appointments must be made in advance with the
Aquatic Director. If your child is under the age of 6, you must be prepared to
enter the water if needed.
- 8
week Sessions
2
Days/Week $40/$120
Students will be taught at the Skips,
Perch, Pike,
Eel, Ray,
Starfish, Polliwog,
Guppy, Minnow,
Fish, Flying
Fish or Shark skill levels. Children
will be divided by ability during their first class or we will use our records
to place them in the proper level if they have taken classes before. Some levels
may be combined in a class. ADULT SWIM LESSONS - Adults/Teen
lessons
Ages 14+ This class is for all skill levels.
- Masters
Swim Lessons
Ages 16+ This class is for those looking for advanced
stroke work and conditioning.
- Masters
Swimming
Ages 19+ Masters Swimming is geared toward adult competitive
and fitness swimmers. The members of the team register with the United States
Masters Swimming Organization. The training program consists of thorough instruction
in the four competitive strokes, starts and turns. Coached and prewritten workouts
are available. Swimming background is helpful. See www.ablyswim.org
for more information.
PRIVATE LESSONS Lessons
are taught by an approved YMCA instructor for one student (private) or for two
at a time (semi-private). Lessons vary in length from 30- 45 minutes. Private
lesson contracts may be picked up at the Welcome Center. PRIVATE - Ages
3-5 years
(6) 30 min. sessions Members: $100 Assoc. Members: $140
- Ages
6-12 years
(4) 45 min. sessions Members: $100 Assoc. Members: $140
- Ages
13+ years
(4) 45 min. sessions Members: $100 Assoc. Members: $140
SEMI-PRIVATE All
ages (4) 45
min. sessions Members: $90 Assoc. Members: $120 ADAPATED
SWIM Ages 3-13 This is a swimming class for any physically
or mentally challenged child. Children 8 years and older are given the opportunity
to participate in Special Olympics. Special volunteers will assist your child
in the pool.
- Beginner
(20343-02) -
Saturday 9:15 - 10:00am
This class is for swimmers who are just starting a
swimming program. Class will include water acclimation and the introduction of
basic swimming strokes.
- Intermediate
(20343-03) -
Saturday 8:30 - 9:15am
This class is for the intermediate swimmer who can swim
at least half the length of the pool. This class works on endurance and learning
proper stroke development.
- Swim
Team (20343-04)
- Saturday 11:00am - 12:00pm
Swimmers must be 16 and older to participate in
this program. The swimmer must be able to swim at least two lengths of the pool.
This class is for the experienced swimmer that has the endurance for one hour
of continuous swimming.
Members:
$20/session or $120/year Assoc. Members: $40/session or $240/year SWIM
TEAM Lyons/Anderson Barracudas The YMCA offers an exciting
and comprehensive swim team, both winter and summer, designed to help young people
grow and develop mentally, physically and spiritually into productive contributing
adults. The training program consists of thorough instruction in the four competitive
strokes, starts, turns, and a gradual increase in endurance, strength, flexibility
and speed training. For more information visit www.ablyswim.org. I
TRIED SCUBA (20616-02) Ages 12+ - Sunday 4:00 - 8:00pm Try this
introduction to SCUBA and experience the fantastic sport of underwater exploration.
If you like water or watching TV thrills of SCUBA diving, you will love this event!
Fees may be applied toward course fees if you decide to continue. Class runs the
first Sunday of each session. Members: $15 Assoc. Members:
$35 YMCA SCUBA (20616-03) Ages 12+
- Sunday 4:00 - 8:00pm An exciting experience in underwater adventures. The
class involves three phases: classroom, pool and open water certification.Come
join the fun! Additional fee for open water checkout dives. Members:
$195 Assoc. Members: $225 ADVANCED SCUBA
CLASSES/TRIP Advanced classes such as Night Diving, Boat Diving,
Navigation, and Search and Recovery are offered periodically throughout the year
for certified divers. We also conduct SCUBA trips. If you are interested, please
call the YMCA and ask to be added to our SCUBA mailing list. BEGINNING
SYNCHRO (20547-02) Ages 6-14 - Saturday 9:15 - 10:00am This class
is for children at the Minnow level who would like to learn the basic figures
and routine skills of Synchronized Swimming. This class is also an excellent place
to start for those considering joining the Synchronized Team - Synchrogators
SYNCHRONIZED
SWIM TEAM The Cincinnati YMCA Synchrogators is a competetive synchronized
swim team for girls in grade school through high school. Sign-ups are encouraged
in June through September as the team begins its season in the Fall. The
Synchrogators are a nationally ranked team. Our comprehensive program includes
strength training, conditioning, figure skills and routine skills. For more information
contact Ginny Jasontek at 677.0040 |