SWIM
ILLINOIS VALLEY YMCA
SWIM LESSONS
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At the Y, we offer a wide selection of classes to people of all ages. Our swim program teaches participants the fundamentals of swimming, technique development, water safety knowledge and to become confident swimmers. Also at the Y, we use our four core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility to strengthen the character of each participant.
If you have questions regarding which stage you should enroll your child, please see the YMCA Swim Lesson Selector. By answering a few questions, it will help you place your child in the correct class.
- Member Registration Begins: Monday, December 23, 2024
- Non-Member Registration Begins: Monday, December 30, 2024
- Member Registration Begins: Monday, February 10, 2025
- Non-Member Registration Begins: Monday, February 17, 2025
Winter Session Fees (1X per week / 7 Weeks)
- Member: $52
- Non Member: $78
Parent/Child Swim Lessons
This stage introduces infants and toddlers to the aquatic environment. Our instructors will encourage parents to set developmentally appropriate expectations for infant and toddlers enrolled in swim lessons, introduce and emphasizing basic water safety to parents, work to prevent the development of any water related fears, and provide a positive family aquatic experience. Instructors will also encourage building relationships among and between parents and children by providing opportunities for fun and interaction in the water.
- Tuesdays: 4:30 – 5:00pm
- Thursdays: 4:30 – 5:00pm
Preschool Swim Lessons: Ages 3 – 5 years
Stage 1 – Pre-K Water Acclimation
Students will become comfortable independently going underwater, grow confident in their floating abilities, and learn how to exit the water safely. Safety is reinforced when students learn about the importance of lifeguard/adult supervision, asking permission before going into any body of water, and life jackets. Goggles are not recommended for this stage. 5 students per class only.
- Tuesdays: 5:05 – 5:35 p.m.
- Thursdays: 5:05 – 5:35 p.m.
- Saturdays: 9:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Stage 2 – Pre-K Water Acclimation
Students will learn independent front and back glides, and swim sequences to reach safety. Safety will be reinforced when students learn about finding help, reach or throw, don’t go, and backyard pool safety. Goggles are not recommended for this stage. 5 students per class only.
- Tuesdays: 5:05 – 5:35 p.m.
- Thursdays: 5:05 – 5:35 p.m.
- Saturdays: 9:35 – 10:05 a.m.
Stage 3 – Pre-K Water Stamina
Students will build endurance to perform the safety sequence of swim-float-swim up to a length of the pool. Treading water up to one minute and getting to safety in deep water will be reinforced through jump-push-turn-grab sequence. Safety will be reinforced when students learn about sun safety and calling 9-1- 1. Goggles are not recommended for this stage. 5 students per class only.
- Tuesdays: 5:40 – 6:10 p.m.
- Saturdays: 10:10 – 10:40 a.m.
Stage 4 – Pre-K Stroke Development
Students will be introduced to basic front and back crawl, as well as butterfly and breaststroke kicks. Students will also work on treading water endurance and be introduced to elementary backstroke. Safety will be reinforced when students learn about beach and boating safety and basic first aid practices. Goggles are recommended for this stage. 5 students per class only.
- Tuesdays: 5:40 – 6:10 p.m.
- Saturdays: 10:45 – 11:15 a.m.
School Age Swim Lessons: Ages 6 – 12 years
Stage 1 – School Age Water Acclimation
Students will become comfortable independently going underwater, grow confident in their floating ability, and learn how to exit the water safely. Safety is reinforced when students learn about the importance of lifeguard/adult supervision, asking permission before going into any body of water, and life jackets. Goggles are not recommended for this stage. 6 students per class only.
- Tuesdays: 6:15 – 6:45 p.m.
- Thursdays: 6:15 – 6:45 p.m.
Stage 2 – School Age Water Movement
Students will learn independent front and back glides, and swim sequences to reach safety. Safety will be reinforced when students learn about finding help, reach or throw, don’t go, and backyard pool safety. Goggles are not recommended for this stage. 6 students per class only.
- Tuesdays: 6:15 – 6:45 p.m.
- Thursdays: 6:15 – 6:45 p.m.
Stage 3 – School Age Water Stamina
Students will build endurance to perform the safety sequence of swim-float-swim up to a length of the pool. Treading water up to one minute and getting to safety in deep water will be reinforced through jump-push-turn-grab sequence. Safety will be reinforced when students learn about sun safety and calling 9-1- 1. Goggles are not recommended for this stage. 6 students per class only.
- Thursdays: 5:40 – 6:10 p.m.
Stage 4 – School Age Stroke Development
Students will be introduced to basic front and back crawl, as well as butterfly and breaststroke kicks. Students will also work on treading water endurance and be introduced to elementary backstroke. Safety will be reinforced when students learn about beach and boating safety and basic first aid practices. Goggles are recommended for this stage. 6 students per class only.
- Thursdays: 5:40 – 6:10 p.m.
