GROUP SWIM LESSONS
Fees:
$60 Member
$75 Non-Member
Important Information
- Registration must be done in person with payment during the registration window.
- Please register on the wait list if a class is full. Additional classes may be added at any time as space/ instructors are available; based on three or more swimmers.
- A 10% discount is given for siblings in the same session.
- A minimum of three students (six for parent/child class) is required to hold class. The Aquatics Coordinator has the right to ask classes with not enough participants to combine with another at a different time, and if that is not possible they have the right to cancel a class and offer a refund/ system credit.
- If you are new to our program and your child has some existing swim skills, please fill out a FREE Swim Evaluation Request form at the front desk. An instructor will assess their skills for proper class placement. Registration for classes beyond Pike and Polliwog level are restricted to returning students, or new students who have completed a skills evaluation. Please submit your evaluation form one week before it is needed for class registration.
- If a student is registered for a class inappropriate to their skill level, the swimmer will be moved if space allows, or given a credit toward future lessons. No refunds are given once a session has started, unless approved by the Swim Lesson Coordinator.
WE ARE UPDATING OUR SWIM PROGRAM. USE THE LINK BELOW TO VIEW THE CHANGES AND DESCRIPTIONS OF THE LEVELS.
**Click Here To View Swim Level Guide**
Parent Child I (Ages 6 months – 2 years)
Specifically designed for infants and toddlers with their parent. This is a beginner class to introduce parent/child teams to the aquatic environment through water exploration with songs, games and rudimentary propulsive movements. Emphasis is placed on basic safety and enjoyable experiences for both parents and children.
Parent Child II (Ages 2-3 years)
This class is designed to build on basic introductory skills covered in Parent Child I, such as safety skills and the beginnings of propulsive movement. Parent Child II is recommended for Parent/Child pairs who have already taken Parent Child I and are looking for more skill development. This class is also recommended for Parent/Child pairs whose children may not meet the height/age requirements of the Pike Level Class.
Preschool Aquatics (Ages 3-5 years)
Preschool Aquatics is a progressive program that involves five components: personal growth, personal safety, stroke development, water sports and games, and rescue skills. Progress reports are give to swimmer at the last class.
Youth Aquatics: (Ages 6-12)
The YMCA youth swim program involves five components: personal growth, personal safety, stroke development, water sports and games, and rescue skills.
2025 Dates:
Tuesday/Thursday Lessons
APRIL 22 – MAY 15
Levels and times for Tuesday/Thursday Lessons TBD Member Registration: April 10 (5:00 PM)
Non-Member Registration: April 11
REGISTRATION CLOSES April 17
Saturday Lessons
APRIL 26 – MAY 31
Member Registration: April 5
Non-Member Registration: April 6 Levels and times TBD
REGISTRATION CLOSES April 12
JUNE 14 – JULY 26 ( NO CLASS 7/5 )
Member Registration: May 31
Non-Member Registration: June 1 Levels and times TBD
REGISTRATION CLOSES June 7
Contact
NERIAM MELENDEZ
Swim Lesson Coordinator saymcalessons@gmail.com
BETH VALENTINE
Aquatics Director
beth@saymca.org
CODI CAMPBELL
Assistant Aquatics Director saymcacodi@gmail.com
THE CLUB AT IRONWOOD
POOL MEMBERSHIP: Registration opens March 4 at 9:00 AM
What it includes:
When purchasing a Club at Ironwood Pool Membership, you will have access to the Volleyball Court, Tennis Court, Pickleball Courts and the Pool. You will also be able to purchase food and drinks from the Cabana next to the Pool. No outside food or drinks are permitted.
Dates and Hours:
The pool opens May 24, 2025 and closes September 1, 2025
Hours of operation are 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM daily.
Prices:
YMCA Members:
Family Membership: $475
Single Membership: $365
Non-Members:
Family Membership: $640
Single Membership: $500
Contact
BETH VALENTINE
Aquatics Director
beth@saymca.org
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
The YMCA swim lesson programs uses a skill-based approach designed to meet the needs of each child or adult. Sign up today to start your or your child’s journey to water safety.
ADULT SWIM LESSONS — Lessons for adults are offered through the private and semi-private lessons. Lessons are available for those with special needs with an experienced instructor. Please fill out and submit a private lesson application available at front desk.
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS — Please fill out and submit a private lesson application available at the front desk or online at saymca.org to schedule 30-minute lessons. Receive 15% off when purchasing four or more lessons. IMPORTANT: Please allow several weeks after submitting private swim lessons applications to be contacted by a swim lesson instructor before contacting the front desk. Due to the limited availability of instructors and our extensive waitlist, applicants will be allowed to purchase a maximum of four lessons and will then go back on the waitlist.
Private Lesson Fees:
Members: $22, 2nd child $17
Non Members: $34, 2nd child is $29
Semi-Private Lesson Fees:
Members: $15, 2nd child $13
Non Members: $24, 2nd child $22
Contact
NERIAM MELENDEZ
Swim Lesson Coordinator saymcalessons@gmail.com
BETH VALENTINE
Aquatics Director
beth@saymca.org
LIFEGUARD CLASSES
Build confidence, save lives! If you’re 15 or older and looking for a great year-round job or challenging career that’s in demand, the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training is the best place to start. The Y offers lifeguard certifications, CPR/AED and other first aid training. Further your career and learn how to take the right safety measures. Contact Aquatics Director Beth Valentine for more information at beth@saymca.org.
Fees:
Members: $275
Non-members: $325
Cost covers all 3 dates
May Blended Learning Lifeguard Class May 19 | 5:00 – 6:00 PM May 22 | 9:00 – 6:00 PM May 23 | 9:00 – 6:00 PM
*Lifeguard classes are blended learning with 6 hours of online work to be completed before the first day of class. Participants must be at least 15 years of age. Must attend all three days of in person classes.
**You must complete the following sequence**
Swim-Tread-Swim Sequence: Jump into the water from the side, totally submerge, recover to the surface and swim 150 yards. After swimming 150 yards, maintain position at the surface of the water without support for two minutes by treading. After maintaining position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes, swim 50 more yards.
Swim 50 yards using front crawl or breaststroke/tread water for 2 minutes without using arms/swim 50yards using front crawl or breaststroke
Timed Event
Starting in water swim 20 yards/Submerge 5 feet and retrieve 10-pound object/swim or walk 20 yards with both hands on object at the surface/Exit water without using ladder within 50 seconds
Location Staunton Augusta Family YMCA
Contact Beth Valentine at beth@saymca.org. with any questions.
