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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Our YMCA offers a variety of aquatic programs to fit everyone's needs ... orientation booklet. If you would like a class or program that is not offered, please complete and return a class request form and we'll see what we can do for you.

  • YMCA Group Swim Lessons for all ages and abilities ... program menu
  • Developmental programs such as 'Cuda Connection and Lifeguard Preparation ... schedules
  • Small group and Private Swim Lessons for all ages
  • Lifeguard and Aquatic Assistant Training ... schedules
  • Water Fitness ... schedules
  • Barracuda Competitive Swim Team ... contact us

SWIM LESSONS
YMCA Swim Lessons are designed to allow the participants to have fun in the water while begin 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, games, and rescue. Class levels will be combined in order to maximize pool space and accommodate families with more than one child registered in lessons.

We accept all persons with disabilities in all aquatic programs, asking only that we be notified in advance if special assistance is needed. Our facility is accessible for persons with disabilities.

Swim lesson fees are per person per session. The length of the session may vary according to holidays and unforeseen pool closures.

No need to wait for a progress report to register for the next session. Enroll your child in his/her current level and we will make the adjustment for you. No need to re-register if your child moves up a level.

If the class you desire is full or closed, please put your name on the waiting list of your first choice. You will be contacted as soon as a space becomes available.

PRESCHOOL SWIM LESSONS
PIKE
Ages: 3 years through 5 years
This preschool course provides instruction in the basic paddle strokes on front/side/back, personal safety, character development, water sports, and rescue skills through fun and games.

Requirements: Child must be a minimum of 3 years old by the first day of class. This is typically the first class without the in-water participation of an adult. Little or no swimming skills required. If your child turns 6 years at the completion of this course enroll him/her in the youth Polliwog level

EEL
Ages: 3 years through 5 years
This preschool course builds on the PIKE level and provides instruction in the basic paddle strokes on front/side/back, personal safety, character development, water sports, and rescue skills through fun and games.

Requirements: Child must be a minimum of 3 years old by the first day of class and be able to swim without a flotation device a minimum of 5 feet on front, side, and back. If your child turns 6 years at the completion of this course enroll him/her in the youth Polliwog level

RAY
Ages: 3 years through 5 years
This preschool course builds on the EEL level. It provides instruction in the basic front/back/side alternating paddle strokes as well as an introduction to symmetrical paddle on front/back, personal safety, character development, water sports, and rescue skills through fun and games.

Requirements: Child must be a minimum of 3 years old by the first day of class and swim a distance of 15 feet without a flotation device on front/side and back. If your child turns 6 years at the completion of this class, enroll him/her in the Guppy youth level

STARFISH
Ages: 3 years through 5 years
This preschool course builds on the RAY level. It is the final preschool level and provides instruction in the basic front/back/side alternating paddle strokes as well as an introduction to symmetrical paddle on front/back, personal safety, character development, water sports, and rescue skills through fun and games.

Requirements: Child must be a minimum of 3 years old by the first day of class and swim a distance of 20 feet without a flotation device on front/side and back. If your child turns 6 years at the completion of this class, enroll him/her in the Guppy youth level

YOUTH SWIM LESSONS
POLLIWOG
Ages: 6 years through 11 years
This is the beginning youth course and provides instruction in the basic paddle strokes on front/side/back, personal safety, character development, water sports, and rescue skills through fun and games.

Requirements: Child must be a minimum of 6 years old by the first day of class. This is designed for the beginner who has no swimming skills and possibly fears the water.

GUPPY
Ages: 6 years through 11 years
This is a beginning youth course and builds on the POLLIWOG level. It provides instruction in the basic front/back/side alternating paddle strokes as well as an introduction to symmetrical paddle on front/back, personal safety, character development, water sports, and rescue skills through fun and games.

Requirements: Child must be a minimum of 6 years old by the first day of class and be able to swim a distance of 20 feet on front/side/back without a flotation device. This is designed for the beginner who has some swimming skills and is not afraid of the deep water.

MINNOW
Ages: 6 years through 11 years
This is an advanced beginner youth course and builds on the GUPPY level. It provides instruction for rudimentary front and back crawl, sidestroke, and breaststroke, personal safety, character development, water sports, and rescue skills through fun and games.

Requirements: Child must be a minimum of 6 years old by the first day of class and be able to swim a distance of 25 yards on front/side/back with or without a flotation device. This is designed for the advanced beginner who has the basic swimming skills and is ready to improve technique and distance.

FISH
Ages: 6 years through 11 years
This is an intermediate youth course and builds on the MINNOW level. Its purpose is to develop stroke technique for front and back crawl, sidestroke, and breaststroke with the emphasis on increasing distance. Butterfly is introduced at this level. More advanced personal safety, character development, water sports, and rescue skills are also provided.

Requirements: Child must be a minimum of 6 years old by the first day of class and be able to swim a distance of 25 yards of front crawl with rotary breathing and above water arm recovery, rudimentary back crawl with above water arm recovery, rudimentary sidestroke and breaststroke.

FLYING FISH
Ages: 6 years through 11 years
This is an advanced youth course and builds on the FISH level. Its purpose is to improve stroke technique and distance for front and back crawl, sidestroke, and breaststroke. More advanced personal safety, character development, water sports, and rescue skills are also provided.

Requirements: Child must be a minimum of 6 years old by the first day of class and be able to swim a distance of 50 yards of front crawl with rotary breathing and open turns, back crawl, sidestroke and breaststroke. Butterfly 15 yards with fins, 25 yards. without fins.

SHARK
Ages: 6 years through 11 years
This is an advanced youth course and builds on the FLYING FISH level. Its purpose is to improve stroke technique and efficiency, as well as introduce new lifelong skills; inverted breaststroke, overarm sidestroke, and the trudgen crawl. More advanced personal safety, character development, water sports, and rescue skills are also provided.

Requirements: Child must be a minimum of 6 years old by the first day of class and be able to swim a distance of 100 yards of front crawl with bilateral breathing and open turns, back crawl, sidestroke and breaststroke. Butterfly 25 yards with fins, 50 yards. without fins.

PORPOISE Swim Club
Ages: 10 years to14 years.
This course is an advanced waterpersonship course and is designed for the advanced swimmer who is looking for more aquatic experiences and safety. This course can be designed to help with scout badges as well as preparing for lifeguard training.

ADULT/TEEN ACTIVITIES
ADULT/TEEN SWIM LESSONS
Ages: 12 through Adult

This class is for adults and teens who are comfortable in the water and who would like to work on stroke development and endurance. It is perfect for those who have limited swimming skills and would like to improve.

THE SAFETY NET SWIM CLUB
Ages: 12 through Adult

A new club just for adults and teens who have swimming fears! You are not alone! Come see for yourself! We can help. Give yourself the gift of swimming!

Requirements: None

ADULT STROKE CLINIC
Ages: 12 through Adult
This course is for the advanced adult or teen who is looking for improvement in strokes and endurance for a specific purpose, such as, lap swimming, Master's program, Triathlons, etc. Instruction is based on the needs of the participants.

Requirements: Participants should be able to swim the length of the pool and have a basic knowledge of the 4 competitive strokes, front and back crawl, breaststroke and butterfly.

PARENT/CHILD AND DISABILITY
PARENT/CHILD Aquatic Program
Ages: 6 months through 3 years
This course promotes water enrichment and aquatic readiness for infants and children and their parents. Parents learn how to guide their children through positive reinforcement and praise.

Requirements: Child must be a minimum of 6 months and have good head control. Each child must have the in-water participation of an adult who is responsible before, during and after the class. Swim diapers are required - no regular disposables allowed.

CHALLENGERS Swim Lessons
Ages: 3 and up
This is a course designed for those who have a disability that needs the special attention that may be difficult to get in a group lesson. Individual or small group lessons are provided by both paid and volunteer staff. Instruction is based on the needs of the participant.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS
'CUDA CONNECTION
Ages: 5 years through 18 years
This course will help make that transition between swim lessons and more competitive swimming. Instruction includes technique and endurance for the four competitive strokes, freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly. Class size is limited to 8 and participants will be grouped according to age and ability. Fees include entry fees for the developmental swim meets offered twice a year.

Requirements: Child must be a minimum of 5 years old by the first day of class and be at the fish level; be able to swim 25 yards of front crawl with above water arm recovery and rotary breathing, back crawl with above water arm recovery, breaststroke with symmetrical arm and leg movement without a flotation device. Stroke technique may be rudimentary.

PRIVATE/SEMI-PRIVATE
Ages: 5 years and up
These lessons are intended for individuals or family/friends who need flexible scheduling with a choice of instructors. A maximum of three participants may enroll in a lesson. Classes will be arranged around the participant's schedule and pool space availability. Fees are based on the number of participants enrolled and the amount of time for the lesson.

Private/Semi-private lessons consist of your choice of four 30-minute lessons or four 45-minute lessons. Participants should exchange contact information with the instructor for scheduling conflicts.

Allow two weeks for instructor assignment.

LIFEGUARD PREPARATION
Ages: 14 and up
Upon completion of this course, participants will not only have the skills to pass the prerequisites of the YMCA Aquatic Safety Assistant course or the YMCA Lifeguard course, they will have the opportunity to decide if a job as a lifeguard is what they really want. Those who successfully complete this course will receive a coupon for a free R. C. Durr YMCA Lifeguard or YMCA Aquatic Safety Assistant Course including the prerequisite courses of CPR/AED for the professional rescuer, Emergency Oxygen Administration, and First Aid.

SWIM FOR FITNESS
This is a self-motivated program designed for those who are avid lap swimmers and would like to work out with others. Weekly workouts will be provided or use your own workout. This program is limited to sharing two lap lanes.

FISH BOWL
During the fish bowl program, supervised use of kick boards, noodles, barbells, diving toys, mats, etc. will enhance the swimming experience for everyone in the family. An area of the pool will be designated as the Fish Bowl area and aquatic staff will provide hands-on assistance at all times during the program.

SWIM TEAM
DEVELOPMENTAL SWIM MEETS
Open to all swim lesson participants who can swim the25 yards with or without a flotation device. The goal of this program is to build self-esteem, while offering the participant an opportunity to experience competitive swimming in a non-threatening environment. Typically held in May and December. Fees will be paid for those who are currently enrolled in the 'Cuda Connection.

Ages 5 - 18
The R. C. Durr Barracuda Swim Team offers groups ranging from the beginning level of competitive swimming to a National level. Swimmer groups practice based upon skill, maturity, and degree of commitment to the sport. In all groups, emphasis is on stroke mechanics, technique, increase in stamina & endurance. You must be a Y member to be on the swim team. For more information, please check out the team contact Chris Konerman or 859.534.5700 ext. 1007

Group I & II- Beginning Swimmers
Group III & IV- Competitive Swimmers