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Aquatics

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8 years 1 month
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Davis-Scott Family YMCA
Water Exercise
Lady enjoying a YMCA Water Aerobic Class

Join our certified instructors in the pool for a fun and challenging workout.

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Group Swim Lessons
Swim Lesson at Potranco

We offer swim lessons for the beginner and for those looking to improve their strokes.

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Private Swim Lessons
Stroke Introduction Swim Lessons at the Y

For ages 3 and up, allowing for individualized attention to help improve or master swimming skills.

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Teen & Adults Swim Lessons
Teen & Adult Swim Lessons

Teens and adults can begin with water safety and continue on to learn and refine skills in the four competitive swimming strokes.

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Safety Around Water
Water Safety Classes

Teach youth about water safety and let them adjust to being in the water. Learn More

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Swim Lessons

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8 years 1 month
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Davis-Scott Family YMCA

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Group Swim Lessons at Davis-Scott Family YMCA

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 beginners 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 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.

Swim Lesson Selector

Not sure which class your child should register for? View the Swim Lesson Stages to find the swim lesson that fits!

Parent & Child
Parents along with a Y Swim Instructors teaching young children how to swim

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
Davis-Scott Pre-School Swim Lessons

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 swim lessons at Davis-Scott Family YMCA

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 
Stage offerings vary

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Teen/Adult
Davis-Scott Swim Lessons

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
Stage offerings vary

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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 Davis-Scott Family Y Welcome Center (Front Desk) or register online!
 

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Private Swim Lessons offered at the Y!

› Questions?

Contact:  
Vanessa Herrera  
Membership Director  
vanessah@ymcasatx.org

Aquatics

Member for

8 years 1 month
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Location
Westside Family YMCA
Water Exercise
Teens & Adults taking a swim lesson class at the Y

Join our certified instructors in the pool for a fun and challenging workout.

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Group Swim Lessons
School Age Swimmer

We offer swim lessons for the beginner and for those looking to improve their strokes.

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Private Swim Lessons
Stroke development swim lessons at the Y

For ages 3 and up, allowing for individualized attention to help improve or master swimming skills.

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Teen & Adults Swim Lessons
Teen & Adult Swim Lessons

Teens and adults can begin with water safety and continue on to learn and refine skills in the four competitive swimming strokes.

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Swim Team
Pre-Swim Teams at the Y

Taught by trained coaches and are designed to improve a young person’s swimming skills, endurance, and racing techniques.

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Swim Lessons

Member for

8 years 1 month
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Location
Westside Family YMCA

› Group Swim Lessons

Child Swim Lessom

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.

Swim Lesson Selector

Not sure which class your child should register for? View the Swim Lesson Stages to find the swim lesson that fits!

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
Youth 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 
Stage offerings vary

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

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
Stage offerings vary

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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 Westside Family Y Welcome Center (Front Desk) or register online!
 

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Private Swim Lessons offered at the Y!

› Questions?

Contact:  

Crystal Cantu  

Crystal Cantu  
Aquatics Director  
crystalc@ymcasatx.org  
(210) 433-6391

STRAPS

Member for

8 years 1 month
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Location
Morgan`s Sports Complex
Baseball Participants playing baseball in wheel chairs - STRAPS Program

The South Texas Regional Adaptive and Para Sports (STRAPS) program, part of the Hartman Family YMCA, empowers athletes ages 5 and up with physical disabilities and visual impairments to train, compete, and thrive in both recreational and competitive adaptive sports. In a high-performance, supportive environment, athletes build teamwork, confidence, discipline, and perseverance while pushing their limits and achieving meaningful goals.

Practices are held at the Hartman Family YMCA Sports Complex, known as Morgan’s Sports, located just four miles from the San Antonio Area Medical Center (SAAMC) and the Center for the Intrepid (CFI). STRAPS offers adaptive and Paralympic-style sports designed to challenge, motivate, and elevate athletes of all abilities. Whether you’re just getting started or striving for the next level of competition, STRAPS provides the opportunity, community, and coaching to help you grow, compete, and succeed.

STRAPS Sports Offered
 

• Functional Fitness
• Goalball
• Power Soccer
• Wheelchair Rugby
• Wheelchair Soccer
• Wheelchair Basketball
• Wheelchair Softball
• Boccia
• Track & Field
• Pickleball
• Tennis

Learn more about each sport

Athletes Registration

Wheel Chair Basketball

STRAPS Schedule and Competitions

Volunteering

Volunteering with the Y is more than lending a helping hand. It's about becoming a driving force for positive change. Your commitment will touch the lives of children, teens, adults, families, and seniors from all walks of life. Whether you're mentoring youth, supporting wellness programs, or helping create inclusive spaces, your impact will be felt in every corner of our community.

To inquire about volunteering, please contact Brooke Matula at brookem@ymcasatx.org.

 

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YMCA Court Plus Membership

Member for

8 years 1 month
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Location
Hartman Family YMCA

NOW OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY
 

Court Plus Membership

Join us for tennis, pickleball, and group exercise in a welcoming YMCA environment designed to bring our community together through health and activity. Membership also includes access to YMCA360 - A virtual platform that offers over 1,500 classes and programs for you to enjoy from the comfort of your home.

Please note: this membership type provides single-site access to Morgan's Sports facilities. YMCA members at any other Greater San Antonio locations have access to this facility at no additional charge.

Caregiver Access Membership

The YMCA of Greater San Antonio offers a Caregiver Access Membership. A caregiver is defined as an individual providing essential physical, developmental, behavioral, or medical support to a member who requires assistance to safely participate. This access-only membership allows the caregiver to accompany and assist their assigned member during their visit to the Y. This includes fitness equipment, group classes, or any other member benefits. The role of a caregiver is one of presence, safety, and support—not participation. 

This membership reflects our commitment to inclusion by reducing barriers and ensuring all members have the support they need to participate and belong.

Visit the Welcome Center to learn more about the Caregiver Access Membership.

Additional Access Options

᳂ $ 10 Adult Day Pass

᳂ Wellhub: eligible participants may access the facility through their employer's benefit.

Visit the Welcome Center to get your day pass.

Health Plan Memberships Accepted

Contact us to verify eligibility
The YMCA proudly partners with several health plan programs that may cover your membership:

᳂ Tivity Health - SilverSneakers
᳂ Health Contributions - Optum & One Pass
᳂ American Specialty Health (Active & Fit | Silver & Fit)

‪‪❤︎‬ Individuals with a permanent physical, intellectual, or developmental disability or special need may receive up to 100% waived (no cost) membership to participate. In-person registration is required. Additional support is available through our Open Doors Financial Assistance to help ensure access for everyone in our community. ‪‪❤︎‬

Swim Teams

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8 years 1 month
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Location
Westside Family YMCA
Hurricanes Swim Team

 

Taught by certified USA Swim Coaches and YMCA Swim Instructors, the Hurricanes Pre Swim Team provides conditioning, flexibility and muscle toning, in addition to developing self-confidence, self-discipline, and goal setting. Does your child have a competitive edge? There will be opportunities to compete at USA Swim Meets!

WHO: 6-15 yrs

TRYOUTS: August 13, 5pm

SEASON: September 2025 - May 2026 

WHERE: Westside Family YMCA • 2900 Ruiz St, San Antonio, TX 78228 

MONTHLY FEE: $125 Member • $150 Community

Pre-requisites/Qualifications: 25 yd freestyle, 25 yd backstroke; 1-minute water tread

Financial assistance is available through our Open Doors Scholarship program. 

For questions and registration information, please contact:

Crystal Cantu  
Aquatics Director  
crystalc@ymcasatx.org  
(210) 433-6391