FREE SWIM EVALUATION
To ensure that your child is placed in the appropriate class, the aquatics department strongly recommends a swim evaluation before registration.

Appointments may be made the day of the desired swim evaluation. The Blue Ash YMCA Aquatic Director will offer the evaluation unless appointed otherwise. If your child is under the age of 6, a parent or guardian must be prepared to enter the water, if needed.

MAKE UP POLICY
Due to pool availability and time constraints, group swim lessons will not be made up if a class is canceled or if participant is unable to attend. If a class is canceled, you may receive a credit at our service center. Parent/Child swim lessons may be made up with permission of instructor.

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
Get individualized attention at times that suit your schedule. Request forms at the front desk.

PRESCHOOL SWIM LESSONS
Children under 3 in water parent participation. Classes are designed to allow your child to have fun in the water while you guide him/her to learn aquatic skills. Children must wear snug fitting swim diapers.

Members: $25
Program Participants: $75

AQUA BABIES
Ages 6-24 months
By teaching parents to serve as instructors, we orient the 6-24 month old child to the water and develop beginning swimming skills. Class time will be structured with water and pool orientation, introduction to beginning swimming and structured water play. This is a family program and both parents are encouraged to attend. Potty training is not necessary, however, swim diapers are a must. No disposable diapers please.

PERCH
Ages 2-3 years
The parent/child program is for toddlers ages 2-3 years old. Class time will be structured to accommodate water acclimation, introduction to beginning swimming skills and guided discovery. The “Perch” level is for preparing 3 year olds to the “Pike” level. Parents will accompany toddlers into the water. Toddlers need not be potty trained, however, swim diapers are a must. No disposable diapers please.

PIKE
Ages 3-5
The “Pike” level will introduce water acclimation, front and back float while wearing an instructional flotation device. Also front and back paddle stroke will be introduced both with and without flotation devices. For 3 year olds having completed the “Perch” level or 3 yr. - Kindergarten with little or no previous swimming instruction.

NEW! PIKE PLUS
Only 3 kids per class. An enhanced swim lesson with a class enrollment of 3 or
less.

Members: $56
Program Participants: $126

NEW! PARENT/CHILD PIKE
A class for 3-5 year olds who would feel more comfortable in the water with a parent or guardian

Members: $25
Program Participants: $75

EELS
Ages 3-5
The “Eel” level develops youngsters abilities to swim on their own. Students must demonstrate independent front and back float for 10 seconds. Students must swim 15 feet front, back and side paddle stroke while wearing an instructional flotation device and 10 feet without. Students must have previously completed the “Pike” level.

RAYS
Ages 3-5
The “Ray” level is an advanced intermediate level for the preschool aged child. Students will demonstrate front paddle stroke with rhythmic breathing, 25 yards. Students will also learn both front and back symmetrical paddle strokes which are lead-up skills to breaststroke and elementary backstroke. Students must have previously completed the “Eel” level.

STARFISH
Ages 3-5
The “Starfish” level has been specially designed for the advanced preschool swimmer. Refinement of front and back paddle stroke and elementary backstroke for 25 yards each is required. Swimmers will be introduced to breaststroke. Students must have previously completed the “Ray” level.

PROGRESSIVE SWIM LESSONS
Children ages -12

Members: $25
Program Participants: $75

POLLIWOG
The “Polliwog” level is for the beginning school age swimmers. Students will learn basic water adjustment as well as paddle stroke on their front, back and side while wearing or not wearing an instructional flotation device.

GUPPY
The “Guppy” Level will teach students to be comfortable swimming and jump in deep water. Students will also learn the front paddle stroke using alternating arm movement using rhythmic breathing for 25 yards. Students will learn back and side alternating paddle strokes. Students must have previously completed the “Polliwog” level.

MINNOW
The “Minnow” level introduces swimmers to paddle stroke with rotary breathing as well as refining the back paddle stroke. New strokes such as sidestroke, elementary backstroke and breaststroke will be introduced. Students must demonstrate all of the above strokes for 50 yards. Students must have previously completed the “Guppy” level.

FISH
The “Fish” level teaches students how to refine the following strokes for a distance of 50 yards: crawl stroke, backstroke, breaststroke, elementary backstroke and sidestroke. The butterfly stroke will be introduced at the “Fish “ level. Students must have previously completed the “Minnow” level.

FLYING FISH
The “Flying Fish” level teaches how to refine the crawl stroke, backstroke, breaststroke, elementary backstroke and sidestroke for 100 yards. The butterfly will be demonstrated for a distance of 50 yards and the Lifesaving Medley will be introduced. Students must have previously completed the “Fish” level.

SHARK
The “Shark” level is excellent preparation for Lifeguarding. Students will refine all strokes for 100 yards. Students will be introduced to the inverted breaststroke, over-arm sidestroke, trudgeon crawl and the individual medley. Students must have previously completed the “ Flying Fish” level.

PORPOISE
The “Porpoise” level is an advanced level instruction for lifeguard training preparation, endurance, and competitive stroke techniques. Introduction to synchronized swimming and water polo maneuvers. Participants will also develop leadership skills by serving as instructor aides. Students must have previously completed the “Shark” level.

ADULT SWIM CLASSES

Members: FREE
Program Participants: $75

T.O.W. - TERRIFIED OF WATER
Ages 13 and up
No swimming experience, little or no swimming skill. Fear of water.

BEGINNERS
Ages 13 and up
Ability to swim 40 ft. front and back unassisted.

INTERMEDIATE
Ages 13 and up
Ability to swim 75 ft. (25 Yds.) front and back. Rotary breathing and back crawl perfected.

ADVANCED
Ages 13 and up
Ability to swim 50 yds. freestyle with rotary breathing, 50 yds. backstroke, 25 yds. elementary backstroke.

COMPETITIVE SWIMMING

PRE COMPETITIVE SWIM PROGRAM
A swim lesson and a swim team practice. This is for 7-11 year olds at minnow level or higher, that would like to try a swim team program. A meet at the end of the 7-weeks. After the program finishes, swimmers can join the regular swim team with a small discount.

Members: $46
Program Members: $92

SWIM TEAM PROGRAM
Dedicated to providing a quality competitive activity founded on the full development of each athlete. Contact the Director of Competitive Swimming at 791-5000, or go to www.swimbash.com for more information.

HIGH SCHOOL STROKE CLINIC
September 15 - October 29
This 7 week training will get you ready for your school’s winter swim season. Stroke drills, starts, turns and training offered 3 times per week at Ferris Pool. Contact the Director of Competitive Swimming at 791-5000

Members: $56
Program Members: $82

STROKE & TURN LESSONS - Monday 5:30pm- 6:15pm
Ages 6-12

Flip turns, dives off starting blocks and strokes. Great for those interested in swim team or skills not in basic swim lesson. Guppy level or above.

Members: $31
Program Members: $62

SYNCHRONIZED SWIM LESSONS - Saturdays 10:05 - 10:45am
Ages 6-12

Great for those interested in a synchronized swim team or learning a new skill with friends. Ages 6-12, must be a Guppy level or above.

Members: $25
Program Members: $75

MASTER'S SWIM TEAM
Join the team for swim training four times a week, and alternate writing your practice. This program is open to any YMCA member and is free of charge. Prior competitive swim experience is recommended, but not required.

SCUBA CLASSES & CERTIFICATIONS
Discover a new world through SCUBA! Classes and certification available through Scuba Unlimited. YMCA memberss get a discount so take your membership card when you sign up. Call 793-4747 for classes.