YMCA of Greater San Antonio

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Pool view of cabanas at Thousand Oaks

 

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.
  • Variety of class offerings at many convenient Y locations.

Swim Lesson Selector

Parent & Child
Parent and Child Swim Lessons at the Y

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.

Stages:  Water Discovery, Water Exploration

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Preschool Child
Preschools taking Water Movement swim lessons at the Y

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

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School Age
School Age students taking Water Acclamation swim lesson classes at the Y!

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
 

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Teen/Adult
The Y offers swim lessons for teens & adults

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

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› 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!
 

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Private Swim Lessons offered at the Y!