YMCA Aquatics include much more than open swim, lap swim and lessons. We also offer special programs that include Lifeguard Training, Guardstart, WSI, Masters Swimming and much more! All program are taught and supervised by trained, certified instructors and coaches. Check it out; you may find something new that you like!

 

Lifeguard Training 

This training is required of anyone who wants to become a lifeguard.  Prerequisites: minimum age of 15, ability to swim 6 laps continuously, retrieve a 10 lb. object from a minimum depth of 7 ft and swim 20 yards with it.  CPR for the Professional Rescuer & Community First Aid and Safety are also included

in this class.  You must pre-register.  Books included in the price ($175) of the class.

Dates to be announced

Call Jenny at the (224-1683) for more info. 

 

Water Safety Instructor Training 

PURPOSE: To train instructor candidates to teach water safety including the Basic Water Rescue & personal Water Safety courses, 6 levels of Learn-to-Swim, 3 levels of Preschool Aquatics and two levels of Parent & Child Aquatics. PREREQUISTES: Be at least 16 years of age on or before the last day of the instructor course, possess a Fundamentals of Instructor Training Certificate issued within the last year or possess a current national Health & Safety Services Instructor Authorization Certificate. Successfully complete the pre-course session. $200 fee 

Dates to be announced

Call Jenny at the Y (224-1683) for more info.

  

Home School Swimming 

Swimming lessons, water safety, and water recreation for home-schooled students age 6 and up.  A great way to fulfill P.E. requirements.  Beginners will get comfortable in the water and learn basic skills. Intermediate will add more skills and strokes and refine basic skills. Advanced will refine technique and work on fitness principles. Water Safety and recreation explored at all levels.  

Thursday              1:30-2:15 PM       $17.50 members / $37 non-members