Aquatics: Preschool Group Lessons (Ages 3yrs - 5yrs)

Aquatics: Preschool Group Lessons (Ages 3yrs - 5yrs)

Give your little one a head start in the water with Preschool Group Swim Lessons (Ages 3yrs – 5yrs) at the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh. Our engaging and age-appropriate swim classes are designed to instill confidence and basic swim skills in your preschooler. With our certified instructors, your child will enjoy a safe and supportive environment while learning valuable water safety lessons. Join us in creating a foundation for a lifetime of water enjoyment. Enroll in Preschool Group Swim Lessons at the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh today!


Level 1 - Water Acclimation

Baierl Family YMCA
2/22/26 - 4/4/26
VIEW

In Level 1, students develop confidence in the water through fun, supportive activities that promote safety and comfort. Swimmers practice underwater exploration, safe entries and exits, and what to do in case of an accidental fall into the water.

This foundational level helps students feel secure in the water and prepares them for greater independence and skill development in future levels.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Winter 2 - Member Only 2/1/26
@ 09:00 AM
2/7/26 Online / Front Desk $ 126.00-
Winter 2 - Member & Non-Member 2/8/26
@ 09:00 AM
3/14/26 Online / Front Desk $ 126.00$ 252.00
Spring - Member Only 3/15/26
@ 09:00 AM
3/21/26 Online / Front Desk $ 126.00-
Spring - Member & Non-Member 3/22/26
@ 09:00 AM
4/30/26 Online / Front Desk $ 126.00$ 252.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
02/22/26 - 03/29/26
Ava M./Kiera W. - Su - 8:20 am - 8:50 am
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am
02/23/26 - 03/30/26
Laura P. - Mo - 10:30 am - 11:00 am
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am
02/24/26 - 03/31/26
Laura P. - Tu - 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am
02/25/26 - 04/01/26
Tanya Z. - We - 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am
02/27/26 - 04/03/26
Jenna B. - Fr - 11:05 am - 11:35 am
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am
02/28/26 - 04/04/26
Tanya Z. - Sa - 9:00 am - 9:30 am
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am

Level 1 - Water Acclimation

Spencer Family YMCA
1/5/26 - 2/12/26
VIEW

Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water in stage 1. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in swimming



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
12/22/25 1/12/26 Online / Front Desk $ 99.00$ 152.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
01/05/26 - 02/09/26
Mo - 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Registration
Closed
01/06/26 - 02/10/26
Tu - 9:30 am - 10:00 am
Registration
Closed
01/06/26 - 02/10/26
Tu - 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Registration
Closed
01/06/26 - 02/10/26
Tu - 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Registration
Closed
01/08/26 - 02/12/26
Th - 9:30 am - 10:00 am
Registration
Closed

Level 1 - Water Acclimation

Sampson Family YMCA
3/1/26 - 4/12/26
VIEW

Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water in stage 1. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in swimming.

For more information on swim lessons, which lesson will be the best fit and more please visit out website HERE

If you would like to reach out to us directly, please email: [email protected] today and we will be happy to assist!



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Members 2/9/26
@ 06:00 AM
2/15/26 Online / Front Desk $ 90.00-
Members & Non-members 2/16/26
@ 06:00 AM
3/7/26 Online / Front Desk $ 90.00$ 180.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
03/01/26 - 04/12/26
Ava N. (No class on Easter Sunday 4/5) - Su - 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/09/26
@ 06:00 am
03/02/26 - 04/06/26
Lisa P. - Mo - 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/09/26
@ 06:00 am
03/05/26 - 04/09/26
Th - 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/09/26
@ 06:00 am
03/05/26 - 04/09/26
Th - 5:10 pm - 5:40 pm
Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/09/26
@ 06:00 am
03/07/26 - 04/11/26
Sa - 10:20 am - 10:50 am
Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/09/26
@ 06:00 am

Level 1 - Water Acclimation

Thelma Lovette YMCA
1/7/26 - 3/30/26
VIEW

Develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water in stage 1. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in swimming.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
6 Week Cycle 4/1/24 1/31/28 Online / Front Desk $ 72.00$ 108.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
01/07/26 - 02/11/26
We - 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Registration
Closed on
01/06/2026
01/10/26 - 02/14/26
Sa - 10:00 am - 10:30 am
Registration
Closed on
01/09/2026
01/11/26 - 02/15/26
Su - 10:00 am - 10:30 am
Registration
Closed on
01/10/2026
02/23/26 - 03/30/26
Mo - 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Register  
Closes
02/22/2026
02/28/26 - 03/28/26
5 Week Session - Sa - 10:00 am - 10:30 am
$60 - $90 Register  
Closes
02/27/2026
03/01/26 - 03/29/26
5 Week Session - Su - 10:00 am - 10:30 am
$60 - $90 Register  
Closes
02/28/2026

Level 2 - Water Movement

Baierl Family YMCA
2/22/26 - 4/4/26
VIEW

Level 2: Building Confidence and Control in the Water
In Level 2, students develop greater body control and coordination in the water. The focus is on improving body position, changing direction, and moving forward independently, while also continuing to practice safe water exits in case of an accidental fall.

Children entering Level 2 should already be comfortable getting their faces wet, including:

  • Blowing bubbles in the water
  • Submerging their face partially or fully
  • Feeling relaxed and confident in the water

These foundational skills help swimmers progress toward floating, gliding, and eventually swimming on their own.

 



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Winter 2 - Members Only 2/1/26
@ 09:00 AM
2/7/26 Online / Front Desk $ 126.00-
Winter 2 - Members & Non-Member 2/8/26
@ 09:00 AM
3/14/26 Online / Front Desk $ 126.00$ 252.00
Spring - Members Only 3/15/26
@ 09:00 AM
3/21/26 Online / Front Desk $ 126.00-
Spring - Members & Non-Member 3/22/26
@ 09:00 AM
4/30/26 Online / Front Desk $ 126.00$ 252.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
02/22/26 - 03/29/26
Ava M./Kiera W. - Su - 8:55 am - 9:25 am
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am
02/23/26 - 03/30/26
Laura P. - Mo - 11:05 am - 11:35 am
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am
02/23/26 - 03/30/26
Tanya Z. - Mo - 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am
02/24/26 - 03/31/26
Laura P. - Tu - 1:05 pm - 1:35 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am
02/25/26 - 04/01/26
Jenna B. - We - 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am
02/25/26 - 04/01/26
Tanya Z. - We - 5:35 pm - 6:05 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am
02/28/26 - 04/04/26
Tanya Z. - Sa - 9:35 am - 10:05 am
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am

Level 2 - Water Movement

Spencer Family YMCA
1/5/26 - 2/12/26
VIEW

In Stage 2, students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water while also continuing to practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
12/22/25 1/12/26 Online / Front Desk $ 99.00$ 152.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
01/05/26 - 02/09/26
Mo - 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Registration
Closed
01/06/26 - 02/10/26
Tu - 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Registration
Closed
01/06/26 - 02/10/26
Tu - 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Registration
Closed
01/06/26 - 02/12/26
Tu - 10:00 am - 10:30 am
Registration
Closed
01/08/26 - 02/12/26
Th - 10:00 am - 10:30 am
Registration
Closed

Level 2 - Water Movement

Sampson Family YMCA
3/1/26 - 4/12/26
VIEW

In stage 2, students focus on body position and control, directional change, forward movement in the water while also continuing to practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.

For more information on swim lessons, which lesson will be the best fit and more please visit out website HERE

If you would like to reach out to us directly, please email: [email protected] today and we will be happy to assist!



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Members & Non-members 2/16/26
@ 06:00 AM
3/7/26 Online / Front Desk $ 90.00$ 180.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
03/01/26 - 04/12/26
Ava N. (No class on Easter Sunday 4/5) - Su - 11:10 am - 11:40 am
Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/16/26
@ 06:00 am
03/02/26 - 04/06/26
Lisa P. - Mo - 5:10 pm - 5:40 pm
Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/16/26
@ 06:00 am
03/04/26 - 04/08/26
Sarah S. - We - 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/16/26
@ 06:00 am

Level 2- Water Movement

Thelma Lovette YMCA
1/5/26 - 4/1/26
VIEW

In stage 2, students focus on body position and control, directional change, forward movement in the water while also continuing to practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
3/7/24 1/31/28 Online / Front Desk $ 72.00$ 108.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
01/05/26 - 02/09/26
Mo - 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Registration
Closed on
01/04/2026
01/06/26 - 02/10/26
Tu - 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Registration
Closed on
01/05/2026
01/06/26 - 02/10/26
Tu - 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Registration
Closed on
01/05/2026
01/10/26 - 02/14/26
Sa - 10:45 am - 11:15 am
Registration
Closed on
01/09/2026
01/10/26 - 02/14/26
Sa - 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
Registration
Closed on
01/09/2026
01/11/26 - 02/15/26
Su - 10:45 am - 11:15 am
Registration
Closed on
01/10/2026
02/23/26 - 03/30/26
Mo - 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Register  
Closes
02/22/2026
02/25/26 - 04/01/26
We - 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Register  
Closes
02/24/2026
02/25/26 - 04/01/26
We - 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Register  
Closes
02/24/2026
02/28/26 - 03/28/26
5 Week Session - Sa - 10:45 am - 11:15 am
$60 - $90 Register  
Closes
02/27/2026
02/28/26 - 03/28/26
5 Week Session - Sa - 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
$60 - $90 Register  
Closes
02/27/2026
03/01/26 - 03/29/26
5 Week Session - Su - 10:45 am - 11:15 am
$60 - $90 Register  
Closes
02/28/2026

Level 3 - Water Stamina

Baierl Family YMCA
2/22/26 - 4/4/26
VIEW

In Level 3, students build endurance and learn to swim longer distances to reach safety in the event of an accidental fall into the water. This level introduces rhythmic breathing and coordinated arm and leg movements to help swimmers move efficiently through the water.

Students entering Level 3 should already be comfortable swimming face-down and confident in the water.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Winter 2 - Members Only 2/1/26
@ 09:00 AM
2/7/26 Online / Front Desk $ 126.00-
Winter 2 - Members & Non-Members 2/8/26
@ 09:00 AM
3/14/26 Online / Front Desk $ 126.00$ 252.00
Spring - Members Only 3/15/26
@ 09:00 AM
3/21/26 Online / Front Desk $ 126.00-
Spring - Members & Non-Members 3/22/26
@ 09:00 AM
4/30/26 Online / Front Desk $ 126.00$ 252.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
02/22/26 - 03/29/26
Ava M./Kiera W. - Su - 9:30 am - 10:00 am
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am
02/23/26 - 03/30/26
Laura P. - Mo - 11:40 am - 12:10 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am
02/23/26 - 03/30/26
Tanya Z. - Mo - 5:35 pm - 6:05 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am
02/24/26 - 03/31/26
Laura P. - Tu - 1:40 pm - 2:10 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am
02/25/26 - 04/01/26
Jenna B. - We - 1:35 pm - 2:05 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am
02/26/26 - 04/02/26
Tanya Z. - We - 6:10 pm - 6:40 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am
02/28/26 - 04/04/26
Tanya Z. - Sa - 10:10 am - 10:40 am
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am

Level 3 - Water Stamina

Spencer Family YMCA
1/8/26 - 2/12/26
VIEW

In stage 3, students learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages in the event of falling into a body of water. This stage also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
12/22/25 1/12/26 Online / Front Desk $ 99.00$ 152.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
01/08/26 - 02/12/26
Th - 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Registration
Closed

Level 3 - Water Stamina

Sampson Family YMCA
3/1/26 - 4/12/26
VIEW

In stage 3, students learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages in the event of falling into a body of water. This stage also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action.

For more information on swim lessons, which lesson will be the best fit and more please visit out website HERE

If you would like to reach out to us directly, please email: [email protected] today and we will be happy to assist!



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Members 2/9/26
@ 06:00 AM
2/15/26 Online / Front Desk $ 90.00-
Members & Non-members 2/16/26
@ 06:00 AM
3/7/26 Online / Front Desk $ 90.00$ 180.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
03/01/26 - 04/12/26
Ava N. (No class on Easter Sunday 4/5) - Su - 11:50 am - 12:20 pm
Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/09/26
@ 06:00 am
03/04/26 - 04/08/26
Sarah S. - We - 2:40 pm - 3:10 pm
Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/09/26
@ 06:00 am

Level 3- Water Stamina

Thelma Lovette YMCA
1/5/26 - 3/28/26
VIEW

 In stage 3, students learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages in the event of falling into a body of water. This stage also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
3/11/24 1/31/28 Online / Front Desk $ 72.00$ 108.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
01/05/26 - 02/09/26
Mo - 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Registration
Closed on
01/04/2026
01/10/26 - 02/14/26
Sa - 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Registration
Closed on
01/09/2026
02/28/26 - 03/28/26
5 Week Session - Sa - 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
$60 - $90 Register  
Closes
02/27/2026

Level 4 - Stroke Introduction

Baierl Family YMCA
2/23/26 - 4/1/26
VIEW

In Preschool Level 4, students refine their front crawl and back crawl techniques, focusing on improving efficiency and swimming longer distances. Water safety skills are reinforced through activities such as treading water and practicing the elementary backstroke.

This level is designed for independent preschool swimmers who are ready for more advanced skills but are not yet old enough for school-age swim lessons.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Winter 2 - Members Only 2/1/26
@ 09:00 AM
2/7/26 Online / Front Desk $ 126.00-
Winter 2 - Members & Non-Members 2/8/26
@ 09:00 AM
3/14/26 Online / Front Desk $ 126.00$ 252.00
Spring - Members Only 3/15/26
@ 09:00 AM
3/21/26 Online / Front Desk $ 126.00-
Spring - Members & Non-Members 3/22/26
@ 09:00 AM
4/30/26 Online / Front Desk $ 126.00$ 252.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
02/23/26 - 03/30/26
Laura P. - Mo - 12:15 pm - 12:45 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am
02/23/26 - 03/30/26
Tanya Z. - Mo - 6:10 pm - 6:40 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am
02/24/26 - 03/31/26
Laura P. - Tu - 2:15 pm - 2:45 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am
02/25/26 - 04/01/26
Jenna B. - We - 2:10 pm - 2:40 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/26
@ 09:00 am

Level 4 - Stroke Introduction

Sampson Family YMCA
3/4/26 - 4/8/26
VIEW

Students in preschool stage 4 continue to develop stroke technique in front crawl and back crawl, focusing on improving efficiency and swimming longer distances. Water safety skills are reinforced through activities such as treading water and elementary backstroke. This stage is designed for independent swimmers who are not yet old enough for school-age lessons.

For more information on swim lessons, which lesson will be the best fit and more please visit out website HERE

If you would like to reach out to us directly, please email: [email protected] today and we will be happy to assist!



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Members 2/9/26
@ 06:00 AM
2/15/26 Online / Front Desk $ 90.00-
Members & Non-members 2/16/26
@ 06:00 AM
3/7/26 Online / Front Desk $ 90.00$ 180.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
03/04/26 - 04/08/26
Sarah S. - We - 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/09/26
@ 06:00 am

Level 4- Stroke Introduction

Thelma Lovette YMCA
1/10/26 - 3/28/26
VIEW

In Preschool Level 4, students refine their front crawl and back crawl techniques, focusing on improving efficiency and swimming longer distances. Water safety skills are reinforced through activities such as treading water and practicing the elementary backstroke.

This level is designed for independent preschool swimmers who are ready for more advanced skills but are not yet old enough for school-age swim lessons.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
1/6/26 1/31/28 Online / Front Desk $ 72.00$ 108.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
01/10/26 - 02/14/26
Sa - 10:45 am - 11:15 am
Registration
Closed on
01/09/2026
02/28/26 - 03/28/26
5 Week Session - Sa - 10:45 am - 11:15 am
$60 - $90 Register  
Closes
02/27/2026