Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of waters in stage 1. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a students future progress in swimming.

 
Our refund policy allows for a full refund prior to the start of the class and a 75% refund after the first class. After the start of the second class no refund will be given.

Make-ups will only be given for classes missed due to holidays and if the Y has to cancel a class. Make-ups must be done during the session the participant is currently registered for. Classes missed due to inclement weather will not be made up or given a credit.

If the YMCA holds class but your child is absent due to illness, you will need to provide a doctor’s note to Denise Johnson (Aquatic Programming Director) to schedule a make-up during your currently enrolled session.

Beginner level swim lessons for ages 3-5.

In stage 2, students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water while also continuing to practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.

 
Our refund policy allows for a full refund prior to the start of the class and a 75% refund after the first class. After the start of the second class no refund will be given.

Make-ups will only be given for classes missed due to holidays and if the Y has to cancel a class. Make-ups must be done during the session the participant is currently registered for. Classes missed due to inclement weather will not be made up or given a credit.

If the YMCA holds class but your child is absent due to illness, you will need to provide a doctor’s note to Denise Johnson (Aquatic Programming Director) to schedule a make-up during your currently enrolled session.

Intermediate level for children ages 3-5.

Advanced level for ages 3-5.