Swim Lessons
Safe Swimmers Start at The Y!
Hello and welcome to our swim lessons at the YMCA! We’re thrilled to have you here and excited to help you or your child develop confidence and skills in the water. Our certified instructors are dedicated to creating a fun, safe, and supportive environment for all swimmers, regardless of experience level.
Get ready to learn, grow, and have fun! If you have any questions, feel free to ask our team. Let’s make a splash together!
Swim Starters:
Ages 6 months – 3 years
Infants and toddlers are accompanied by their parents as they learn to be comfortable in the water.
The primary focus is on water discovery and water exploration which covers topics such as:
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- Water exit and entry
- Back and front floating
- Rolling in the water
Swim Basics:
Ages 3-5
Students learn more about personal water safety and work to master two benchmark skills.
The primary focus is on Water acclimation, movement, and stamina and covers topics such as:
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- Front glide
- Submerging
- Swimming on their front and backs
Swim Strokes:
Ages 5-12
Students learn additional water safety skills and build on their stroke techniques.
The primary focus is on Stroke introduction, development, and mechanics and covers topics such as:
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- Water endurance
- Front and back crawl
- Treading water
- and much more!
Volunteer
Parents are encouraged to go beyond simply cheering from the sidelines. We invite you to become active participants by volunteering and always supporting your child's endeavors.
Financial Assistance
The YMCA of West Central Florida is a community-based organization dedicated to ensuring everyone has access to our programs and services. Thanks to the generosity of our donors and partners, we offer financial assistance on a sliding scale to those in need. Learn more below.