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Preschool Swim Classes (Ages 3-5)
Y SWIM LESSON (YSL)
We offer the National YMCA Swim Lesson Curriculum year-round for swimmers of all ages and skill levels. YMCA swim lessons emphasize water safety, skill, and stroke development. In stages 1-3 students learn personal water safety and achieve basic swimming competency by learning two benchmark skills —swim, float, swim and jump, push, turn, grab.
Having mastered the fundamentals, students in stages 4-6, learn additional water safety skills and build stroke technique, developing skills that prevent chronic disease, increase social, emotional, and cognitive well-being, and foster a lifetime of physical activity. YMCA swim lessons follow the National YMCA’s child-to-instructor ratio to ensure plenty of time in the water. We strive to foster a student-centered and caring atmosphere with well-trained professionals.
POOL SAFETY POLICIES
The YMCA of Montclair Aquatics program follows the guidelines of the Montclair Public Health Department and the CDC. The following rules and practices are enforced in the pool area:
- Students will not wear masks in the water as per CDC regulations.
- Classes are held in the small pool. Parent/Child classes and stages 1-3 are held in the small pool; stage 4 may be offered in either the small or large pool and Stages 5 & 6 and Clubs are held in the large pool when space is available.
- Class participants ages 5 and up must wear a swim cap.
- Class participants will use a shower located on the pool deck to rinse before class.
- Parent/guardian observation is outside the small pool or the balcony of the large pool. Each pool has an observation area for parents/guardians to view swimming lessons. Parent/Guardians are not permitted on the pool deck during classes.
- Instructors will let students into the pool area, please wait in the pool hall area until the class is let into the pool area. Only class participants will be permitted on the pool deck.
Spring 1 -Stage 0
WATER ACCLIMATION
Preschool Age 3
New Class:
Preschool Stage 0 – This class is a bridge between Parent/Child Stage B and Preschool Stage 1 for the preschooler who isn’t quite ready to be without an adult near them while taking a class. Parents will accompany children into the pool area and will remain on the pool deck during instruction. Preschoolers will be taught the same skills as the Preschool Stage 1 class.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Virtual Membership | Family Member | Individual Member | Non-Member | 7th Grade Initiative | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 | 2/19/24 | 3/25/24 | Online / Front Desk | - | $ 116.00 | $ 146.00 | - | - |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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03/02/24 - 04/20/24
Spring 1 - No Class Saturday, March 30th - Sa - 10:35 am - 11:05 am
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- | $101 - $128 |
Registration Closed |
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03/02/24 - 04/20/24
Spring 1 - No Class Saturday, March 30th - Sa - 11:10 am - 11:40 am
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- | $101 - $128 |
Registration Closed |
Spring 1 -Stage 1
WATER ACCLIMATION
Preschool Ages 3-5
Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water. This stage lays a solid foundation that allows a student’s future progress in swimming.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Virtual Membership | Family Member | Individual Member | Non-Member | 7th Grade Initiative | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 | 2/19/24 | 3/25/24 | Online / Front Desk | - | $ 116.00 | $ 146.00 | - | - |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
03/02/24 - 04/20/24
Spring 1 - No Class Saturday, March 30th - Sa - 10:35 am - 11:05 am
|
- | $101 - $128 |
Registration Closed |
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03/02/24 - 04/20/24
Spring 1 - No Class Saturday, March 30th - Sa - 11:10 am - 11:40 am
|
- | $101 - $128 |
Registration Closed |
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03/02/24 - 04/20/24
Spring 1 - No Class Saturday, March 30th - Sa - 11:45 am - 12:15 pm
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- | $101 - $128 |
Registration Closed |
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03/02/24 - 04/20/24
Spring 1 - No Class Saturday, March 30th - Sa - 1:05 pm - 1:35 pm
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- | $101 - $128 |
Registration Closed |
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03/03/24 - 04/21/24
Spring 1 - No Class Sunday, March 31st - Su - 9:50 am - 10:20 am
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- | $101 - $128 |
Registration Closed |
Spring 1 -Stage 2
WATER MOVEMENT
Preschool Ages 3-5
Children focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water. Stage 2 swimmers continue to practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Virtual Membership | Family Member | Individual Member | Non-Member | 7th Grade Initiative | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 | 2/19/24 | 3/25/24 | Online / Front Desk | - | $ 116.00 | $ 146.00 | - | - |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
03/02/24 - 04/20/24
Spring 1 - Sa - 10:35 am - 11:05 am
|
- | $101 - $128 |
Registration Closed |
|
|
03/02/24 - 04/20/24
Spring 1 - Sa - 11:10 am - 11:40 am
|
- | $101 - $128 |
Registration Closed |
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03/02/24 - 04/20/24
Spring 1 - Sa - 11:45 am - 12:15 pm
|
- | $101 - $128 |
Registration Closed |
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03/02/24 - 04/20/24
Spring 1 - Sa - 1:05 pm - 1:35 pm
|
- | $101 - $128 |
Registration Closed |
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03/03/24 - 04/21/24
Spring 1 - Su - 9:50 am - 10:20 am
|
- | $101 - $128 |
Registration Closed |
Spring 1 -Stage 3
WATER STAMINA
Preschool Ages 3-5
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. Prerequisite – Teacher recommendation or Aquatics Office approval.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Virtual Membership | Family Member | Individual Member | Non-Member | 7th Grade Initiative | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 | 2/19/24 | 3/25/24 | Online / Front Desk | - | $ 116.00 | $ 146.00 | - | - |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
03/02/24 - 04/20/24
Spring 1- No Class Saturday, March 30th - Sa - 10:35 am - 11:05 am
|
- | $101 - $128 |
Registration Closed |
|
|
03/02/24 - 04/20/24
Spring 1- No Class Saturday, March 30th - Sa - 11:45 am - 12:15 pm
|
3 / 5 Available | $101 - $128 |
Registration Closed |
|
|
03/02/24 - 04/20/24
Spring 1- No Class Saturday, March 30th - Sa - 1:05 pm - 1:35 pm
|
3 / 5 Available | $101 - $128 |
Registration Closed |
Spring 1 - Stage 4
4 / STROKE INTRODUCTION
Students in stage 4 develop stroke technique in front
crawl and back crawl and learn the breaststroke kick and
butterfly kick. Water safety is reinforced through treading
water and elementary backstroke.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Virtual Membership | Family Member | Individual Member | Non-Member | 7th Grade Initiative | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/19/24 | 3/25/24 | Online / Front Desk | - | $ 116.00 | $ 128.00 | - | - |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
03/02/24 - 04/20/24
Spring 1 - No Class Saturday, March 30th - Sa - 10:00 am - 10:30 am
|
- | $101 - $128 |
Registration Closed |
Spring 2 -Stage 0
WATER ACCLIMATION
Preschool Age 3
New Class:
Preschool Stage 0 – This class is a bridge between Parent/Child Stage B and Preschool Stage 1 for the preschooler who isn’t quite ready to be without an adult near them while taking a class. Parents will accompany children into the pool area and will remain on the pool deck during instruction. Preschoolers will be taught the same skills as the Preschool Stage 1 class.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Virtual Membership | Family Member | Individual Member | Non-Member | 7th Grade Initiative | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2 | 4/8/24 | 4/14/24 | Online / Front Desk | - | $ 130.00 | - | - | - |
| Spring 2 | 4/15/24 | 5/26/24 | Online / Front Desk | - | $ 130.00 | $ 164.00 | - | - |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
04/22/24 - 06/17/24
Spring 2 - No Class Monday, May 27th - Mo - 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
|
3 / 4 Available | $116 - $146 |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/22/24 - 06/17/24
Spring 2 - No Class Monday, May 27th - Mo - 2:10 pm - 2:40 pm
|
3 / 4 Available | $116 - $146 |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/22/24 - 06/17/24
Spring 2 - No Class Monday, May 27th - Mo - 4:40 pm - 5:10 pm
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- | $116 - $146 | Waiting List | |
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04/23/24 - 06/18/24
Spring 2 - Tu - 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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- | Waiting List | ||
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04/25/24 - 06/20/24
Spring 2 - Th - 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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- | Waiting List | ||
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04/27/24 - 06/22/24
Spring 2 - Sa - 10:35 am - 11:05 am
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- | Waiting List | ||
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04/27/24 - 06/22/24
Spring 2 - Sa - 11:10 am - 11:40 am
|
- | Waiting List |
Spring 2 -Stage 1
WATER ACCLIMATION
Preschool Ages 3-5
Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water. This stage lays a solid foundation that allows a student’s future progress in swimming.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Virtual Membership | Family Member | Individual Member | Non-Member | 7th Grade Initiative | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2 | 4/8/24 | 4/14/24 | Online / Front Desk | - | $ 130.00 | - | - | - |
| Spring 2 | 4/15/24 | 5/26/24 | Online / Front Desk | - | $ 130.00 | $ 164.00 | - | - |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
04/22/24 - 06/17/24
Spring 2 - No Class Monday, May 27th - Mo - 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
|
- | $116 - $146 | Waiting List | |
|
04/22/24 - 06/17/24
Spring 2 - No Class Monday, May 27th - Mo - 1:35 pm - 2:05 pm
|
- | $116 - $146 | Waiting List | |
|
04/22/24 - 06/17/24
Spring 2 - No Class Monday, May 27th - Mo - 2:10 pm - 2:40 pm
|
2 / 4 Available | $116 - $146 |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/22/24 - 06/17/24
Spring 2 - No Class Monday, May 27th - Mo - 4:05 pm - 4:35 pm
|
- | $116 - $146 | Waiting List | |
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04/22/24 - 06/17/24
Spring 2 - No Class Monday, May 27th - Mo - 4:40 pm - 5:10 pm
|
- | $116 - $146 | Waiting List | |
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04/22/24 - 06/17/24
Spring 2 - No Class Monday, May 27th - Mo - 6:25 pm - 6:55 pm
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- | $116 - $146 | Waiting List | |
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04/23/24 - 06/18/24
Spring 2 - Tu - 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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- | Waiting List | ||
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04/23/24 - 06/18/24
Spring 2 - Tu - 4:35 pm - 5:05 pm
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1 / 4 Available |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/23/24 - 06/18/24
Spring 2 - Tu - 5:55 pm - 6:25 pm
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2 / 4 Available |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/24/24 - 06/19/24
Spring 2 - We - 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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4 / 4 Available |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/24/24 - 06/19/24
Spring 2 - We - 4:35 pm - 5:05 pm
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1 / 4 Available |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/24/24 - 06/19/24
Spring 2 - We - 5:10 pm - 5:40 pm
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- | Waiting List | ||
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04/24/24 - 06/19/24
Spring 2 - We - 6:55 pm - 7:25 pm
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- | Waiting List | ||
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04/24/24 - 06/19/24
Spring 2 - We - 7:30 pm - 8:00 pm
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4 / 4 Available |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/25/24 - 06/20/24
Spring 2 - Th - 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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1 / 2 Available |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/25/24 - 06/20/24
Spring 2 - Th - 4:35 pm - 5:05 pm
|
1 / 2 Available |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/27/24 - 06/22/24
Spring 2 - Sa - 10:35 am - 11:05 am
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- | Waiting List | ||
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04/27/24 - 06/22/24
Spring 2 - Sa - 11:10 am - 11:40 am
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- | Waiting List | ||
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04/27/24 - 06/22/24
Spring 2 - Sa - 11:45 am - 12:15 pm
|
3 / 8 Available |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/27/24 - 06/22/24
Spring 2 - Sa - 1:05 pm - 1:35 pm
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1 / 4 Available |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/28/24 - 06/23/24
Spring 2 - Su - 9:50 am - 10:20 am
|
- | Waiting List |
Spring 2 -Stage 2
WATER MOVEMENT
Preschool Ages 3-5
Children focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water. Stage 2 swimmers continue to practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Virtual Membership | Family Member | Individual Member | Non-Member | 7th Grade Initiative | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2 | 4/8/24 | 4/14/24 | Online / Front Desk | - | $ 130.00 | - | - | - |
| Spring 2 | 4/15/24 | 5/26/24 | Online / Front Desk | - | $ 130.00 | $ 164.00 | - | - |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
04/22/24 - 06/17/24
Spring 2 - No Class Monday, May 27th - Mo - 1:35 pm - 2:05 pm
|
- | $116 - $146 | Waiting List | |
|
04/22/24 - 06/17/24
Spring 2 - No Class Monday, May 27th - Mo - 4:05 pm - 4:35 pm
|
- | $116 - $146 | Waiting List | |
|
04/22/24 - 06/17/24
Spring 2 - No Class Monday, May 27th - Mo - 4:40 pm - 5:10 pm
|
- | $116 - $146 | Waiting List | |
|
04/22/24 - 06/17/24
Spring 2 - No Class Monday, May 27th - Mo - 6:25 pm - 6:55 pm
|
2 / 7 Available | $116 - $146 |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
|
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04/22/24 - 06/17/24
Spring 2 - No Class Monday, May 27th - Mo - 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm
|
4 / 4 Available | $116 - $146 |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/23/24 - 06/18/24
Spring 2 - Tu - 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
|
- | Waiting List | ||
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04/23/24 - 06/18/24
Spring 2 - Tu - 4:35 pm - 5:05 pm
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- | Waiting List | ||
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04/23/24 - 06/18/24
Spring 2 - Tu - 5:55 pm - 6:25 pm
|
- | Waiting List | ||
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04/24/24 - 06/19/24
Spring 2 - We - 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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- | Waiting List | ||
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04/24/24 - 06/19/24
Spring 2 - We - 4:35 pm - 5:05 pm
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- | Waiting List | ||
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04/24/24 - 06/19/24
Spring 2 - We - 5:10 pm - 5:40 pm
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- | Waiting List | ||
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04/24/24 - 06/19/24
Spring 2 - We - 6:55 pm - 7:25 pm
|
4 / 8 Available |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/24/24 - 06/19/24
Spring 2 - We - 7:30 pm - 8:00 pm
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8 / 8 Available |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/25/24 - 06/20/24
Spring 2 - Th - 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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2 / 6 Available |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/25/24 - 06/20/24
Spring 2 - Th - 4:35 pm - 5:05 pm
|
2 / 8 Available |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/25/24 - 06/20/24
Spring 2 - Th - 5:10 pm - 5:40 pm
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- | Waiting List | ||
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04/27/24 - 06/22/24
Spring 2 - Sa - 10:35 am - 11:05 am
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- | Waiting List | ||
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04/27/24 - 06/22/24
Spring 2 - Sa - 11:10 am - 11:40 am
|
- | Waiting List | ||
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04/27/24 - 06/22/24
Spring 2 - Sa - 11:45 am - 12:15 pm
|
- | Waiting List | ||
|
04/27/24 - 06/22/24
Spring 2 - Sa - 1:05 pm - 1:35 pm
|
- | Waiting List | ||
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04/28/24 - 06/23/24
Spring 2 - Su - 9:50 am - 10:20 am
|
- | Waiting List |
Spring 2 -Stage 3
WATER STAMINA
Preschool Ages 3-5
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. Prerequisite – Teacher recommendation or Aquatics Office approval.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Virtual Membership | Family Member | Individual Member | Non-Member | 7th Grade Initiative | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2 | 4/8/24 | 4/14/24 | Online / Front Desk | - | $ 130.00 | - | - | - |
| Spring 2 | 4/15/24 | 5/26/24 | Online / Front Desk | - | $ 130.00 | $ 164.00 | - | - |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
04/22/24 - 06/17/24
Spring 2 - No Class Monday, May 27th - Mo - 2:45 pm - 3:15 pm
|
3 / 5 Available | $116 - $146 |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
|
|
04/22/24 - 06/17/24
Spring 2 - No class Monday, May 27th - Mo - 4:05 pm - 4:35 pm
|
- | $116 - $146 | Waiting List | |
|
04/23/24 - 06/18/24
Spring 2 - Tu - 4:35 pm - 5:05 pm
|
- | Waiting List | ||
|
04/23/24 - 06/18/24
Spring 2 - Tu - 5:55 pm - 6:25 pm
|
2 / 5 Available |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/24/24 - 06/19/24
Spring 2 - We - 5:10 pm - 5:40 pm
|
1 / 5 Available |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/24/24 - 06/19/24
Spring 2 - We - 7:30 pm - 8:00 pm
|
- | Waiting List | ||
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04/25/24 - 06/20/24
Spring 2 - Th - 5:10 pm - 5:40 pm
|
1 / 5 Available |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/27/24 - 06/22/24
Spring 2 - Sa - 10:35 am - 11:05 am
|
- | Waiting List | ||
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04/27/24 - 06/22/24
Spring 2 - Sa - 11:45 am - 12:15 pm
|
1 / 5 Available |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/27/24 - 06/22/24
Spring 2 - Sa - 1:05 pm - 1:35 pm
|
- | Waiting List |
Spring 2 -Stage 4
4 / STROKE INTRODUCTION
Students in stage 4 develop stroke technique in front
crawl and back crawl and learn the breaststroke kick and
butterfly kick. Water safety is reinforced through treading
water and elementary backstroke.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Virtual Membership | Family Member | Individual Member | Non-Member | 7th Grade Initiative | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2 | 4/8/24 | 4/14/24 | Online / Front Desk | - | $ 130.00 | - | - | - |
| Spring 2 | 4/15/24 | 5/26/24 | Online / Front Desk | - | $ 130.00 | $ 164.00 | - | - |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
04/22/24 - 06/17/24
Spring 2 - No Class Monday, May 27th - Mo - 6:25 pm - 6:55 pm
|
- | $116 - $146 | Waiting List | |
|
04/24/24 - 06/19/24
Spring 2 - We - 7:30 pm - 8:00 pm
|
5 / 5 Available |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
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04/25/24 - 06/20/24
Spring 2 - Th - 5:10 pm - 5:40 pm
|
- | Waiting List | ||
|
04/27/24 - 06/22/24
Spring 2 - Sa - 10:00 am - 10:30 am
|
3 / 5 Available |
Register Closes 05/26/2024 |
Spring 2- Stage 1
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Virtual Membership | Family Member | Individual Member | Non-Member | 7th Grade Initiative | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2 | 4/8/24 | 4/14/24 | Online / Front Desk | - | $ 130.00 | - | - | - |
| Spring 2 | 4/15/24 | 6/1/24 | Online / Front Desk | - | $ 130.00 | $ 164.00 | - | - |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
04/23/24 - 06/18/24
Spring 2 - Tu - 5:35 pm - 6:05 pm
|
- | Waiting List | |
|
04/24/24 - 06/19/24
Spring 2 - We - 6:10 pm - 6:40 pm
|
- | Waiting List |
Spring 2- Stage 2
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Virtual Membership | Family Member | Individual Member | Non-Member | 7th Grade Initiative | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2 | 4/8/24 | 4/14/24 | Online / Front Desk | - | $ 130.00 | - | - | - |
| Spring 2 | 4/15/24 | 6/1/24 | Online / Front Desk | - | $ 130.00 | $ 164.00 | - | - |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
04/23/24 - 06/18/24
Spring 2 - Tu - 5:35 pm - 6:05 pm
|
- | Waiting List | |
|
04/24/24 - 06/19/24
Spring 2 - We - 6:10 pm - 6:40 pm
|
- | Waiting List |
Spring 2- Stage 3
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Virtual Membership | Family Member | Individual Member | Non-Member | 7th Grade Initiative | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2 | 4/8/24 | 4/14/24 | Online / Front Desk | - | $ 130.00 | - | - | - |
| Spring 2 | 4/15/24 | 6/1/24 | Online / Front Desk | - | $ 130.00 | $ 165.00 | - | - |