Aquatics: Adult Lessons (13+)

Aquatics: Adult Lessons (13+)

No matter your age, water safety is important. Whether joining Y swim lessons to gain basic water safety skills, get over a fear of the water, or develop swimming techniques, we have options for teens and adults of all ages. Group swim lessons, semi-private, private and even Masters Swim programs are available through the YMCA.

For parents, your family is safer around water when you are comfortable around water and have the adult swimming skills to keep yourself and your children safe.


Level 1 - Water Acclimation

Thelma Lovette YMCA
Ongoing
VIEW

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



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Fall I - Members & Non-members 8/17/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/20/26 Online / Front Desk $ 84.00$ 126.00
Fall II - Members Only 9/21/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/27/26 Online / Front Desk $ 84.00-
Fall II - Members & Non-members 9/28/26
@ 08:00 AM
12/6/26 Online / Front Desk $ 84.00$ 126.00

Level 1 - Water Acclimation

Sampson Family YMCA
10/29/26 - 2/11/27
VIEW

Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water in Level 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
Fall I - Members & Non-members 8/17/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/20/26 Online / Front Desk $ 110.00$ 220.00
Fall II - Members Only 9/21/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/27/26 Online / Front Desk $ 110.00-
Fall II - Members & Non-members 9/28/26
@ 08:00 AM
12/6/26 Online / Front Desk $ 110.00$ 220.00
Winter I - Members Only 12/7/26
@ 08:00 AM
12/13/26 Online / Front Desk $ 110.00-
Winter II - Members & Non-members 12/14/26
@ 08:00 AM
1/9/27 Online / Front Desk $ 110.00$ 220.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
10/29/26 - 12/10/26
(skips 11/26, Thanksgiving) - Th - 12:30 pm - 1:10 pm
Register  
Closes
10/28/2026
01/07/27 - 02/11/27
Th - 12:30 pm - 1:10 pm
Registration
will open on
12/07/2026
@ 08:00 am

Level 1 - Water Acclimation

Baierl Family YMCA
10/31/26 - 2/13/27
VIEW

In Level 1, students develop confidence and comfort in the water while learning essential safety skills. This introductory level focuses on water adjustment, basic floating, breath control, and safe entry and exit techniques.

Swimmers gain the foundational skills and confidence needed to progress toward independent swimming and lifelong enjoyment of the water.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Fall I - Members & Non-members 8/17/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/20/26 Online / Front Desk $ 150.00$ 300.00
Fall II - Members Only 9/21/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/27/26 Online / Front Desk $ 150.00-
Fall II - Members & Non-members 9/28/26
@ 08:00 AM
12/6/26 Online / Front Desk $ 150.00$ 300.00
Winter I - Members Only 12/7/26
@ 08:00 AM
12/13/26 Front Desk $ 150.00-
Winter - Members & Non-members 12/14/26
@ 08:00 AM
1/16/27 Front Desk $ 150.00$ 300.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
10/31/26 - 12/19/26
Laura P. - Sa - 9:00 am - 9:40 am
2 / 4 Available Register  
Closes
10/30/2026
01/09/27 - 02/13/27
Laura P. - Sa - 9:00 am - 9:40 am
5 / 5 Available
Registration
will open on
12/07/2026
@ 08:00 am

Level 2 - Water Movement

Baierl Family YMCA
10/31/26 - 2/13/27
VIEW

In Level 2, students build on their foundation by developing better body position and control while moving forward through the water. They continue to strengthen key safety skills, including back floating and treading, to become more confident and independent swimmers.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Fall I - Members & Non-members 8/17/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/20/26 Online / Front Desk $ 150.00$ 300.00
Fall II - Members Only 9/21/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/27/26 Online / Front Desk $ 150.00-
Fall II - Members & Non-members 9/28/26
@ 08:00 AM
12/6/26 Online / Front Desk $ 150.00$ 300.00
Winter I - Members Only 12/7/26
@ 08:00 AM
12/13/26 Front Desk $ 150.00-
Winter I - Members & Non-members 12/14/26
@ 08:00 AM
1/16/27 Front Desk $ 150.00$ 300.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
10/31/26 - 12/19/26
Laura P. - Sa - 9:45 am - 10:25 am
2 / 5 Available Register  
Closes
10/30/2026
01/09/27 - 02/13/27
Laura P. - Sa - 9:45 am - 10:25 am
6 / 6 Available
Registration
will open on
12/07/2026
@ 08:00 am

Level 2 - Water Movement

Thelma Lovette YMCA
10/31/26 - 12/12/26
VIEW

 In Level 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
Fall II - Members Only 9/21/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/27/26 Online / Front Desk $ 84.00-
Fall II - Members & Non-members 9/28/26
@ 08:00 AM
12/6/26 Online / Front Desk $ 84.00$ 126.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
10/31/26 - 12/12/26
*No Class 11/28 - Sa - 11:00 am - 11:45 am
Session is Full

Level 2 - Water Movement

Sampson Family YMCA
10/29/26 - 2/11/27
VIEW

In Level 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 our 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
Fall I - Members & Non-members 8/17/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/20/26 Online / Front Desk $ 110.00$ 220.00
Fall II - Members Only 9/21/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/27/26 Online / Front Desk $ 110.00-
Fall II - Members & Non-members 9/28/26
@ 08:00 AM
12/6/26 Online / Front Desk $ 110.00$ 220.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
10/29/26 - 12/10/26
(skips 11/26, Thanksgiving) - Th - 1:20 pm - 2:00 pm
Register  
Closes
10/28/2026
10/31/26 - 12/12/26
(skips 11/28 for Thanksgiving break) - Sa - 12:30 pm - 1:10 pm
Register  
Closes
10/30/2026
01/07/27 - 02/11/27
Th - 1:20 pm - 2:00 pm
Registration
will open on
12/07/2026
@ 08:00 am

Level 3 - Water Stamina

Thelma Lovette YMCA
Ongoing
VIEW

In Level 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
Fall I - Members & Non-members 8/17/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/20/26 Online / Front Desk $ 84.00$ 126.00
Fall II - Members Only 9/21/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/27/26 Online / Front Desk $ 84.00-
Fall II - Members & Non-members 9/28/26
@ 08:00 AM
12/6/26 Online / Front Desk $ 84.00$ 126.00

Level 3 - Water Stamina

Baierl Family YMCA
10/31/26 - 2/13/27
VIEW

In Level 3, students learn how to swim safely to the edge from longer distances, building endurance and confidence in the water. Level 3 also introduces rhythmic breathing and coordinated arm and leg movements, helping swimmers develop a more efficient and consistent stroke.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Fall I - Members & Non-members 8/17/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/20/26 Online / Front Desk $ 150.00$ 300.00
Fall II - Members Only 9/21/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/27/26 Online / Front Desk $ 150.00-
Fall II - Members & Non-members 9/28/26
@ 08:00 AM
12/6/26 Online / Front Desk $ 150.00$ 300.00
Winter I - Members Only 12/7/26
@ 08:00 AM
12/13/26 Front Desk $ 150.00-
Winter I - Members & Non-members 12/14/26
@ 08:00 AM
1/16/27 Front Desk $ 150.00$ 300.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
10/31/26 - 12/19/26
Laura P. - Sa - 10:30 am - 11:10 am
2 / 6 Available Register  
Closes
10/30/2026
01/09/27 - 02/13/27
Laura P. - Sa - 10:30 am - 11:10 am
6 / 6 Available
Registration
will open on
12/07/2026
@ 08:00 am

Level 3 - Water Stamina

Sampson Family YMCA
10/31/26 - 11/12/26
VIEW

In Level 3, students learn how to swim safely to the edge from longer distances, building endurance and confidence in the water. Level 3 also introduces rhythmic breathing and coordinated arm and leg movements, helping swimmers develop a more efficient and consistent stroke.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Fall I - Members & Non-members 8/17/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/20/26 Online / Front Desk $ 110.00$ 220.00
Fall II - Members Only 9/21/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/27/26 Online / Front Desk $ 110.00-
Fall II - Members & Non-members 9/28/26
@ 08:00 AM
12/6/26 Online / Front Desk $ 110.00$ 220.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
10/31/26 - 11/12/26
Sarah S. (skips 11/28 for Thanksigivng break) - Sa - 1:20 pm - 2:00 pm
Register  
Closes
10/30/2026

Level 4 - Stroke Introduction

Thelma Lovette YMCA
10/25/26 - 12/6/26
VIEW

Students in Level 4 develop stroke technique in front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke. Water safety is reinforced through treading water and elementary backstroke.

 

 



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Fall II - Members Only 9/21/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/27/26 Online / Front Desk $ 84.00-
Fall II - Members & Non-members 9/28/26
@ 08:00 AM
12/6/26 Online / Front Desk $ 84.00$ 126.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
10/25/26 - 12/06/26
*No Class 11/23 - Su - 11:00 am - 11:45 am
Register  
Closes
10/24/2026

Level 5 - Stroke Development

Thelma Lovette YMCA
Ongoing
VIEW

Students in Level 5 work on stroke technique and learn all major competitive strokes. The emphasis on water safety continues through treading water and sidestroke.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Fall I - Members & Non-members 8/17/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/20/26 Online / Front Desk $ 84.00$ 126.00
Fall II - Members Only 9/21/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/27/26 Online / Front Desk $ 84.00-
Fall II - Members & Non-members 9/28/26
@ 08:00 AM
12/6/26 Online / Front Desk $ 84.00$ 126.00

Swim Squad - Intro to Lap Swimming Workouts

Thelma Lovette YMCA
Ongoing
VIEW

Done with basic swim lessons but not quite ready to do a swim workout on your own? Interested in learning how to read basic swim workouts? Building up to swimming with a Masters Team?  Our Adult Swim Squad class aims to bridge the gap between Learn to Swim Lessons and independent lap swimming and or Masters Swimming in a supportive group environment.

During each session, participants in this group will complete a 45-minute workout that focuses on technique and building endurance.  Each week, participants will be able to choose from two workout levels: beginner and intermediate.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Fall I - Members & Non-members 8/17/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/20/26 Online / Front Desk $ 56.00$ 84.00
Fall II - Members Only 9/21/26
@ 08:00 AM
9/27/26 Online / Front Desk $ 56.00-
Fall II - Members & Non-members 9/28/26
@ 08:00 AM
12/6/26 Online / Front Desk $ 56.00$ 84.00