We believe, as a coastal community, that learning water safety and water skills lead to a lifetime of safe activity in the water.
The YWCA “Learn to Swim” Program is conducted by American Red Cross standards and uses Red Cross Progressive Levels. Lessons are open to all ages and levels of ability, beginning at 6 months old in the Parent/Infant Class and continue through to adults.
| YWCA Annual - Membership Required | $25 - $55 |
|---|---|
| Morning & Evening Classes: | $80 |
| Saturday Classes: | $50 |
| Adapted Aquatics: | $45 |
| Parent / Child Classes: | $45 |
| Before / After Swim Lesson Session: | $5 |
| Transfer Fee | $10 |
| Private Lesson (30 mins.): | $30 |
| Private Lesson (45 mins): | $45 |
| Semi-Private (2 or 3 ind. 30 min.): | $35 |
| Semi-Private (2 or 3 ind. 45 min.): | $50 |
CURRENT SCHEDULE & BROCHURES:
Summer 2023 Swim Lesson Brochure
For help with online registration please read below:
Currently a YWCA Member? Follow the link above and click “Login”. If you are having difficulty accessing your online account DO NOT create a new membership – instead, email pool@ywca-lowercapefear.org and we will assist with resetting your password.
New to the YWCA? Select a membership level (Aquatics) that you feel is right for your household. Please note, membership alone does not include use of the pool outside of the program time. If you would like to contact the YWCA Pool Front Desk staff can help you navigate membership and pool pass options. Once your membership is set up you can then register for programs. The full membership fee will be drafted the 1st of the following month.
Swim Lesson Levels
Goals:
- Water adjustment for child to feel comfortable in and out of the water
- Holding and support techniques
- Introduction to appropriate water safety skills such as entry/exit and life jacket safety
Special Requirements:
- Child must have good head and neck control
- Parent/responsible adult must accompany child in the water
- Swim diaper required for babies
WHO IS THIS LEVEL FOR:
- Beginning swimmers
- Swimmers who typically wear floaties or a PFD in the pool
- Swimmers who are not going under/holding breath or do not like putting ears in the water
GOALS:
- Water entry and exit
- Breath control
- Float on front and back supported
- Treading with support
- Arm and leg action on front and back
WHO IS THIS LEVEL FOR:
- Swimmers who easily hold breath and go under water
- Swimmers who put ears in water, lay back and float, with support from instructor
- Swimmers who have spent time in the water without a float or PFD.
GOALS :
- Breath control and rolling to back
- Float & glide unsupported on front and back
- Treading unsupported
- Changing direction and position
- Combined stroke on front & back unsupported
WHO IS THIS LEVEL FOR:
- Swimmers who have “graduated” from Aqua Tot 2
- Swimmers who can swim on front and back 5 body lengths, unassisted
GOALS:
- Enter by jumping in and return to wall
- Frog kick, dolphin kick, and backstroke
- Front and back float
- Change direction while swimming on front and back
- Treading for thirty seconds
WHO IS THIS LEVEL FOR:
- Swimmers who easily hold breath and go under water, will lay back and float with or without support
- Swimmers who mostly swim underwater and want to start learning the strokes
GOALS :
- Breath control and rolling to back
- Float & glide unsupported on front and back
- Treading unsupported
- Changing direction and position
- Combined stroke on front & back unsupported
WHO IS THIS CLASS FOR:
- Swimmers who have completed Level 2, Aqua Tot 3, or demonstrated skills
- Swimmers who can pass a deep end swim test or have extensive water experience (such as surfing), haven’t taken lessons, but want to learn swim strokes
CLASS GOALS:
- Rotary breathing
- Front crawl, elementary backstroke, scissors kick and breaststroke kick for 15 yards
- Butterfly kick and proper body motion
- Tread water for one minute
LEVEL 4
Must have completed Level 3 or demonstrated skills
CLASS GOALS:
- Dive into deep water
- Back crawl, butterfly, breaststroke and sidestroke for 15 yards
- Treading water using two different kicks for two minutes
- Front crawl and elementary backstroke for 25 yards
LEVEL 5
Must have completed Level 4 or demonstrated skills
CLASS GOALS:
- Long shallow dive, deep end and starting block
- Breaststroke, sidestroke, back crawl and butterfly for 25 yards
- Front crawl and elementary backstroke for 50 yards
- Flip turns
- Tread water for five minutes
Adult group classes are offered year round and are for participants ages 13 & up.
Adult Level 1 – Fear and Phobia
This class is for swimmers who have fear of the water. The course focuses on getting comfortable in the water, introduction to breath control, floating, gliding and going from a horizontal to vertical position.
Adult Level 2 – Beginner
This class is for swimmers who are comfortable with breath control. From there the course will introduce kicking, breathing, and swimming skills. Additionally, participants will be introduced to treading and water safety skills.
Adult Level 3 – Intermediate
This course is for swimmers who “know how to to save themselves” but need to “learn how to swim”. If you can get across the pool but want to learn how to swim with the “real” swim strokes, this is the class for you! The course will focus on backstroke, breaststroke and freestyle while also introducing concepts of swimming for fitness.
Adapted aquatics swim program is open for swimmers age 3 & up. Certified instructors, working with dedicated volunteers modify swimming techniques that accommodate the abilities of individuals with cognitive or physical limitations. The goal is to give people the skills they need for independent swimming and water safety.
The YWCA offers swim sessions periodically throughout the year. Sessions consist of 4, 45-minute classes. There is a maximum of 5 students per class. The classes fill up quickly.
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Private lessons are available at the YWCA Pool!
There is a waitlist for lessons depending on the client’s availability and the number of instructors working at the YWCA.
The process for private lesson requests:
- Contact the YWCA pool front desk (by phone or in person)
- We will put your information in our interest book
- The instructor will contact you directly to schedule the lesson
- Payment is made at the pool front desk the day of the lesson
- YWCA Annual Membership is required for private lesson participation
The waitlist for Private lessons can be up to several months, especially if your availability is limited. The more availability you have the greater chance an instructor will pick up your request.
Semi-private lessons are done when students bring their own buddy to lessons. We do not match students to other students for semi-privates.
Outside instructors (non-YWCA staff) are not allowed to teach at our facility.
For more information, contact:
Pool Front Desk
YWCA Pool
E: pool@ywca-lowercapefear.org
P: 910-799-6820, extension 109