The YMCA Swim Lesson Program is nationally recognized and was one of the first swim lesson providers in the country. Our swim program is designed to develop a person emotionally, mentally, and physically. We will provide opportunities to learn not only swimming skills but, social skills, physical fitness, self-confidence, personal safety, and rescue skills. We will be building character through activities that encourage caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Contact: Mo Harris at mharris@ymcamv.org for more information or with questions regarding group swim lessons.
The YMCA Swim Lessons Program was created by aquatic experts and field-tested at YMCAs across the country. Our program stresses a developmental approach to teaching and is based upon the latest research in child development and learning. Lessons are developmentally appropriate and designed to quickly and effectively teach swimming skills. Swim instructors will guide your child through a process of individual and group exploration conducted in a student-centered, caring atmosphere. Swim instructors have been given a variety of new creative teaching methods to use at all different swim levels.
Lesson Stage Descriptions
Private and semi-private lessons are taught by appointment only and are subject to instructor availability. Get a one-on-one or two-on-one class for 40 minutes with a skilled instructor. *Semi-Private lessons are for 2 people at similar levels.
Contact: Mercedes at mkelso@ymcamv.org to connect with an instructor. Please allow 10 days to schedule lessons.
Cancellation Policy: If you need to cancel a scheduled lesson, please contact the instructor 24 hours in advance of the lesson. A lesson that is cancelled less than 24 hours in advance or failure to attend a scheduled lesson will result in a charge for that lesson.
Expiration Policy: Packages expire if not used within 1 year.
Prices and PolicesGroup Swimming Lessons Refund Policy: No refunds are issued after the start of the Group Lessons Session. If a swimmer can no longer participate for a medical or other significant reason, please email Aquatics Director Jen Passafiume at jenp@ymcamv.org, a Y program credit of up to 50% can sometimes be given in special circumstances and will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
