SWIM PROGRAMS
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What should I bring to swim lessons?
A towel and bathing suit should be all you need. If your child is most comfortable with swim goggles, we recommend bringing those as well. We provide all flotation devices needed for the class.What should I expect for my first lesson?
We recommend showing up early for your first class. Our lifeguards and swim instructors will have rosters and can direct you to your class or instructor. -
SWIM LESSONS, SWIM TEAM AND AQUATICS CERTFICATION
At the Y, swim lessons prepare the swimmer for all aspects of the water experience and life by teaching skills in personal safety, personal growth, stroke development, water sports and rescue.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR AVAILABLE GROUP SWIM LESSON OFFERINGS
Programs will show up 5 days before registration opens, before that you can view them by clicking “Programs” after the above link and then click on the “Coming Soon” tab.If you’re looking for Personal Swim Lessons please see below for more information.
CONFIDENCE WITH EVERY STROKE
We're not just teaching life-saving skills--we're building confidence
We use a student centered learning style to keep children actively involved in their progression. When students are allowed to figure out what to do on their own, they are actively and creatively participating in their learning. As a result they tend to remember what they learn better and longer.
Participants are placed in a level based on age and ability to help meet the developmental needs of each swimmer. Beginner swimmers will wear an IFD (instructional flotation device) to help them swim in the correct body position and improve their arm and leg motions while being able to remain afloat.
SWIM CURRICULUM: Swim Curriculum Description and Stage Definitions.
After viewing the swim curriculum and stage definitions at the link above, determine the correct age bracket, click on the appropriate box below and follow the enclosed link to the registration portal for more information and program availability after registration opens. Full schedules for the current/upcoming session can be found at the link near the top of the page.
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- Adaptive Swim Lessons
These lessons incorporate specialized aquatic strategies to assist swimmers with diverse physical and neurological abilities. The YMCA Adaptive Lesson instructors are trained in Swim Whisperers® through Swim Angelfish to gain adaptive aquatic skills and knowledge and learn how to address sensory and motor challenges that swimmers face. Our instructors assess and identify the underlying problem the swimmer is having learning to swim, and then implement the strategies they need to overcome these roadblocks. In short, the goal of Swim Whisperers® is to turn any child into a confident and independent swimmer, no matter their situation or ability.
Swim Angelfish methodology works to improve swim skills and safety for swimmers of all abilities, including those with Anxiety, Attention Difficulties, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Challenges, Coordination Problems, Physical Disabilities and more.
Contact Iraida Munoz, with questions.
- Guardian and Child Group Swim Programs
We offer a variety of Guardian and Child swim lessons for children ages 6 months to 3 years. Our objective is to support families with a foundation of swim skills at an early age. Basic water skills are introduced as well as safety tips and drowning prevention. Songs and games are utilized to promote fun while reinforcing swimming fundamentals. Swimming skills such as floating, paddling kicking and water acclimation are introduced to gain independence in the water and prepare your child for the independent swim program. One guardian per child is required in the water.
- Preschool Group Swim Programs
Whether your child is starting their first formal swim lessons or continuing to learn new techniques, we have the right preschool swim program for you. Your preschool aged child will become acclimated with the water and gain confidence with every lesson. Our program listings below have descriptions of each class and a link to register.
- Youth Group Swim Programs
Our youth programs are designed for children between the ages of 5 and 12. In addition to our staged progressive swim program we offer adaptive swim; for children with special needs, homeschool swim, private and semi-private lessons. Use the search bar to narrow down your search in the program listings below.
- Teen and Adult Group Swim Programs
Our teen and adult classes range from beginners to advanced. The Adult & Teen Swim Basics program is for swimmers ages 16 and up who have little to no experience in the pool, while the Stroke Development program is the intermediate level.
SETS, SETA and Triathlon Training Classes are for the teens and adults who are focusing on improving their techniques or even training for a triathlon. See which one is right for you.
- Personal Swim Lessons
We provide personal swim lessons to family members, youth members & community members, three years of age or older, who want to improve their swimming technique, skills, and knowledge. An instructor will provide personalized instruction based on the strengths and needs. Each lesson will last 30 minutes and will focus on the areas of improvement you would like to see.
- Developmental Swimming Program
The new Developmental Swimming program led by YMCA instructors, enhances swimmers’ skills and endurance through a structured progression. Focused on improving the four competitive strokes, it also introduces proper form for flip turns, dives, and drills in a noncompetitive environment. Designed for ages 6-13, the program fosters skill development and peer connection. Instructors teach from within the water to provide hands-on guidance, helping participants refine their strokes and potentially prepare for swim team participation.
Details:
- • Practice: Two 1-hour sessions per week (Equivalent to three 40-minute YMCA swim lessons)
- • Swimmers grouped by age and skill level
- • Entry requirements:
- – 25 yards freestyle with side breathing
- – 25 yards backstroke with good form
- – Basic breaststroke and butterfly
- – Forward dive from the pool edge
- • Stroke mastery not required to join
- Storm Swim Team
STORM Swim Team
As a program within the Y of Greater Nashua, STORM operates as a year round competitive swim team that competes in both YMCA and USA Swimming meets. Located in Nashua, New Hampshire, STORM strives to provide a program that instills belief and inspires excellence both in the water and out. It is our belief at STORM that the values learned through striving for excellence in the water build values such as integrity, discipline, teamwork and sportsmanship that can and should last a lifetime.
To learn more about the team, visit The Storm Swim Team Web Site!
- Masters Swim Team
YMCA Masters Swim Team is designed for, but not limited to, the intermediate-advanced swimmer who would like to improve on endurance and stroke technique. Participants, 18 and older, will be lead through practices from an on-deck coach.
Swimmers will be members of US Masters Swimming. Competition is optional but there will be plenty of opportunities.
There will be a coach on deck who will have workouts written and help guide swimmers with a mix of technique and training.
- Aquatics Certifications - Lifeguard Training, CPR and First Aid
The YMCA offers classes in CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard Training. You never know when you might be tested to save a life. Emergency preparation techniques can be used in the workplace, at sporting events, at the beach, or in the home. Become certified in Adult, Child and Infant CPR and Standard First Aid and AED Training (Automated External Defibrillator) for the professional rescuer.
To learn more about YMCA aquatic certifications, contact Clark Plummer or check out this link for any currently available certification courses.
Register for Lifeguard Certification Courses
- Water Exercise Classes
Try our water fitness classes like Aqua Zumba, Aqua Fit or Deep Water Aerobics and get a work out without the high impact on your joints.