YMCA of Greater Louisville

Southwest Family YMCA

2800 Fordhaven Road, Louisville, KY 40214502 933 9622

SWIM LESSONS


Choose which age group best fits you:
Parent-Child, ages 6 months-3 yrs
Preschool, ages 3-5 yrs
Youth, ages 6-12 yrs
Adapted Aquatics, ages 3-12 yrs
Adult, ages 13+ yrs
Private Lessons, ages 3+ yrs

MONDAY & WEDNESDAY AM SESSIONS


Session
Dates
Registration Deadline
Session 1
June 4-June 27
June 3
Session 2*
July 2-July 25
July 1
Session 3
July 30-Aug. 8
July 29

*NO CLASS ON 7/4

MONDAY & WEDNESDAY PM SESSIONS

Session
Dates
Registration Deadline
Session 1*
May 7-May 30
May 6
Session 2
June 4-June 27
June 3
Session 3*
July 2-July 25
July 1
Session 4
July 30-Aug. 22
July 29

*NO CLASS ON 5/28 OR 7/4

TUESDAY & THURSDAY SESSIONS


Sessions
Dates
Registration Deadline
Session 1
May 8-May 31
May 7
Session 2
June 5-June 28
June 4
Session 3
July 3-July 25
July 2
Session 4
July 31-Aug. 23
July 30

FRIDAY SESSIONS


Sessions
Dates
Registration Deadline
Session 1
May 18-June 22
May 17
Session 2
June 29-Aug. 3
June 28
Session 3
Aug. 10-Sept. 14
Aug. 9

SATURDAY SESSIONS


Sessions
Dates
Registration Deadline
Session 1
May 12-June 16
May 11
Session 2
June 23-July 28
June 22
Session 3
Aug. 4-Sept. 8
Aug.3

PARENT-CHILD SWIM LESSONS

Ages 6 months-3 year
Class ratio 1:10
We introduce kids the water through group activities and games, while a parent accompanies them in the water. Skills are introduced at the child's development level and build on each other as the child progresses. Basic skills are taught through songs and fun games. All children must wear a swim diaper under their swimsuit.

Swim Lesson Classes Schedule

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Diaper Dip

Ages 6-17 months
Your child will have a great first experience in the water as we teach parents how to supervise and guide their child in the water.

Super Tots

Ages 18 months-3 years
For the child ready to learn elementary swimming skills but not old enough to take classes alone yet.

PRESCHOOL SWIM LESSONS

Ages 3-5 years
Class ratio 1:4
We help children build elementary swimming skills while teaching them safety along the way. Children are placed with our trained instructors based on their skill levels.

Swim Lesson Classes Schedule

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PIKE

Perfect for beginners! Children adjust to the water and develop independent movement through the use of an Instructional Flotation Device (float belt, bar bell or kick board) and/or assistance from the instructor at all times. We work on kicking skills, floating, pool safety and basic strokes.

EEL

Children are more confident in the water, but still considered beginners. Swimmers may still require the use of an Instructional Flotation Device, but are able to swim longer distances. Children are taught to float, kick and perform progressive arm movements.

RAY

Our intermediate preschool class is for swimmers who are use the Instructional Flotation Device less and less. We improve on stroke skills on front, back arm alternating paddles that closely resemble the front and back crawls.

STARFISH

Our most advanced preschool class reviews and improves stroke skills on front, back and side while building endurance while our instructors teach them to tread water.

YOUTH SWIM LESSONS

Ages 6-12 years
Class ratio 1:6
For our older swimmers, we focus on endurance, pool and personal safety, skill development and lifesaving techniques. Skills are assessed and children are placed with instructors in the appropriate age groups.

Swim Lesson Classes Schedule

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Polliwog

This is our beginner level for those who are uncomfortable in the water or haven't ever taken swim lessons. We teach basic water skills including floating and kicking. Swimmers in this level require help from an Instructional Flotation Device or assistance from their instructor at all times.

Guppy

We help swimmers begin to refine their personal safety skills and strokes while they increase their endurance level. We slowly introduce deeper water so that swimmers can increase their independence.

Minnow

Swimmers learn to perfect the front crawl and backstroke while we introduce them to the breaststroke.

Fish

Our intermediate class in which swimmers continue to work on floating, treading and Instructional Flotation Device skills while learning new skills like the butterfly stroke and competitive turns and starts.

FLYING FISH

Ages 6-12
Class Ratio 1:8
One of our most advanced levels in which swimmers continue to work on their strokes and turns, incorporating rescue and snorkeling skills. Swimmers should be able to swim all 5 strokes (front crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke, backstroke and elementary backstroke) for a minimum of 100 yds. with open turns, swim the butterfly stroke for 25-50 yds. with or without fins and demonstrate the steps for CPR on a mannequin.

SHARK

Ages 6-12
Class Ratio 1:8
Our most advanced level in which swimmers continue to work on their strokes and turns, while focusing on competitive swimming and increasing endurance. Swimmers should be able to swim all 5 strokes (front crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke, backstroke and elementary backstroke) for a minimum of 100 yds. with open turns, swim the butterfly stroke for 25 yds. and swim a 200 yd, individual medley with proper starts and turns. PREREQUISITE: Must be able to swim 25m in breaststroke, freestyle and backstroke without stopping.

ADAPTED AQUATICS LESSONS

Ages 3-12

A program designed for kids ages 3-12 with neurological, developmental and cognitive challenges to learn independent swimming and water safety in the hopes of integration into traditional swim lessons.

Swim Lesson Classes Schedule

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SHARK SWIM CLUB

Ages 5-18
We offer a competitive swim club for boys and girls ages 5-18 of all ability levels
(participants must be able to swim 25 meters continuously without a float belt). Swimmers learn competitive swimming skills while being challenged through practices with emphasis
on stroke development, time improvement, teamwork, and developing a healthy lifestyle.
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ADULT SWIM LESSONS

Ages 13+ years
Adult swim lessons are for those individuals who wish to learn how to swim or for those who want to work on their technique. Classes have a low student-to-instructor ratio which allows for one-on-one instruction in each class. Skills include basic water acclimation, floating, treading, freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, diving and much more.
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PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

Ages 3+ years
Private swim lessons are for those individuals who wish to learn to swim at their own pace, or those who want to work on their technique. Classes have a one-on-one instruction ratio. Skills include basic water acclimation, floating, treading, freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, diving and much more. Classes are designed around the needs of each participant.

SEMI PRIVATE LESSONS

Ages 3+ years
Our semi private lessons are six 30-minute lessons for a maximum of two students. Swimmers should be at the same skill level. Call 933 9622 for more information.



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