Swim Lessons

Our swim lessons are designed to teach essential water safety skills and swimming techniques in a supportive and encouraging environment. Whether you're just starting out or looking to improve your strokes, our certified instructors are here to help you reach your goals.

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Financial assistance is available with our Learn to Swim program!

Please reach out to Ashley for more information: a.brazell@jamesfisherymca.org

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Swim Starters: Parent/Child

Ages 6 months to 3 years old. Accompanied by a parent in the water. The child is introduced to water discoveryand exploration.

Stage 1: Water Acclimation
This is a child’s first experience in the pool without parental assistance. Children who seem scared or hesitant
in the pool should sign up for this class first.

Stage 2: Water Movement
The child is comfortable with water exploration. Forward movement in the water is encouraged and basic
self-rescue skills are performed independently.

Stage 3: Water Stamina
At this stage the swimmer develops intermediate skills to swim 25 yards and tread water for one minute.
 

Stage 4, 5 and 6: Swim Strokes
This stage builds endurance. Rotary breathing, breaststroke kick and butterfly kicks are introduced. The more
advanced swimmer is introduced to open turns and flip turns. Freestyle, backstroke, and butterfly skills are
refined.

Adult Swim Basics
Adult class covers water acclimation, water movement and water stamina based on individual skill level.

Private Lessons

One instructor with one student. Personalized attention and tailored lesson plans.

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Private Buddy Lessons

2 students of the same skill level with one instructor. Personalized attention and tailored lesson plans.

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Click the 'Register' link below to see a full schedule of current and upcoming lessons.