› Group Swim Lessons
Number 1 in Water Safety
The YMCA swim lesson curriculum is designed to teach this lifelong skill to children and adults of all skill levels in a safe environment. We offer swim lessons for the beginner and for those looking to improve their strokes. Adult swim lessons are for individuals ages 13 and older.
What to Expect
- All YMCA swim instructors are nationally certified and are trained in CPR, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration.
- Small instructor-to-student ratios
- A curriculum focusing on skills-based instruction with an emphasis on personal safety.
- Provided take-home tools and resources to support students and families outside of the Y.
- Students’ progress is tracked throughout the session and discussed with parents.
- Mid-session reports are given halfway through the session, and certificates of achievement are given at completion.
- A variety of class offerings at many convenient Y locations.
Parent & Child
Ages: 6 months - 3 years
With a parent in the pool, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim-readiness skills. Parents learn about water safety and drowning prevention.
Preschool Child
Ages: 3 - 5yrs
Kids learn safe water habits, underwater exploration, how to swim to safety, and exit the water. Lessons are a mix of activities, games, and drills.
Stages: 1-4 Descriptions
School Age
Ages: 5 -12 years
Starting with water safety and basic swimming competency, kids progress to learn about the four competitive swimming strokes.
Stages: 1-6 Descriptions
Teen/Adult
Ages: 13 +
The YMCA Swim Lesson Curriculum is a core group of aquatic skills every person needs to be safe around water. As the foundation of our program, these skills allow students to learn correct swim stroke techniques.
Stages: 1-6 Descriptions
› Adaptive Swim Lessons
• Adaptive swim lessons offered in a supportive group setting.
• Designed for children and youth with cognitive or physical disabilities.
• Focused on water safety, comfort in the water, and foundational stroke development.
• Led by nationally certified swim instructors.
*Prior to the start of the first lesson, a phone call by the aquatics department to set up a pre-meeting date in person.
Age Ranges:
3 - 8 yrs
9 - 12 yrs
Price:
Members: $105
Non-Members: $132
Location
Classes will be held at Pickrell Park Pool at 703 Oak St, Schertz, 78154
› Private Swim Lessons
Private Swim Lessons for ages 3 and up allow for individualized attention to help improve or master swimming skills. Together, the instructor, participant, and/or parent determine the goals for the session, and the curriculum is customized in order to meet these goals.
Cost: Y Member: $145 | Non-Member: $165
Lessons: held once a week for four weeks (Session includes 4, 45 min lessons)
To register for private swim lessons, please visit the Schertz Y Welcome Center (Front Desk) or register online!
› Questions?
Please contact:
Deseret Dawkins
Association Aquatics Director
deseretd@ymcasatx.org
Tristin Lopez
Aquatics Coordinator - Swim Lessons & Events
tristinl@ymcasatx.org
› Helpful Documents
Pool Rules
Pool Supervision & Swim Band Guidelines
Program Overview
Parent Handbook