Youth Swim Lessons

YOUTH SWIM LESSONS

BUILDING CONFIDENT SWIMMERS

At the Summit Area YMCA, we’ve held a commitment to our community for generations to build more confident swimmers and instill water safety for all. From group to private lessons to competitive swimming, we are proud to carry on the tradition of developing strong swimmers of all ages.

Our swim lesson program is structured around three age categories, with students assigned to a stage based on their swimming ability.

Unsure which stage is right? A quick swim evaluation will guide proper placement and set your swimmer up for success. It’s simple, fast, and recommended for anyone entering Stage 4 and above. Contact us to learn more.

OUR LESSONS:

PARENT/CHILD (AGES 6 MO - 2 YR)

STAGE A & B - WATER DISCOVERY & EXPLORATION

Parent is guided by instructor to learn swim cues to assist their child in learning basic beginner skills.

SPRINGFIELD COMMUNITY POOL

DATES: 6/7 – 8/2
SUN: 10:35 – 11:05 AM
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BERKELEY HEIGHTS COMMUNITY POOL

DATES: 6/20 – 8/8
SAT: 10:15 – 11:00 AM
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DATES: 6/21 – 8/9
SUN: 10:15 – 11:00 AM
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PRESCHOOL (AGES 3-5)

STAGE 1 - WATER ACCLIMATION
STAGE 2 - WATER MOVEMENT
STAGE 3 - WATER STAMINA

Increases comfort with underwater exploration and introduces basic self-rescue skills performed with assistance.

SUMMIT YMCA

DATES: 6/20 – 8/8
SAT: 9:25 – 9:55 AM
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SPRINGFIELD COMMUNITY POOL

DATES: 7/12 – 8/2
SUN: 10:35 – 11:05 AM
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BERKELEY HEIGHTS COMMUNITY POOL

DATES: 6/15 – 8/7
MON, TUE, THU, FRI: 9:15 – 9:45 AM
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Encourages forward movement in water and basic self-rescue skills performed independently.

SUMMIT YMCA

DATES: 6/19 – 8/7
FRI: 4:00 – 4:30 PM
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DATES: 6/21 – 8/9
SUN: 4:25 – 4:55 PM
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BERKELEY HEIGHTS COMMUNITY POOL

DATES: 6/15 – 8/7
MON, TUE, THU, FRI: 9:50 – 10:20 AM
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Develops intermediate self-rescue skills performed at longer distances than in previous stages.

SUMMIT YMCA

DATES: 6/20 – 8/8
SAT: 10:00 – 10:30 AM
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BERKELEY HEIGHTS COMMUNITY POOL

DATES: 6/15 – 8/7
MON, TUE, THU, FRI: 10:30 – 11:00 AM
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SCHOOL AGE (AGES 6-12)

Increases comfort with underwater exploration and introduces basic self-rescue skills performed with assistance.

SUMMIT YMCA

DATES: 6/15 – 8/3
MON: 5:10 – 5:50 PM
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BERKELEY HEIGHTS COMMUNITY POOL

DATES: 6/15 – 8/7
MON, TUE, THU, FRI: 11:05 – 11:45 AM
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Encourages forward movement in water and basic self-rescue skills performed independently.

BERKELEY HEIGHTS COMMUNITY POOL

DATES: 6/15 – 8/7
MON, TUE, THU, FRI: 11:50 AM – 12:30 PM
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Students will learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance. Rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action. Will need to be able to paddle stroke on front 20 yards, and kick back for 20 yards.

SUMMIT YMCA

DATES: 6/16 – 8/4
TUE: 5:20 – 6:00 PM
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DATES: 6/21 – 8/9
SUN: 5:00 – 5:40 PM
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BERKELEY HEIGHTS COMMUNITY POOL

DATES: 6/15 – 8/7
MON, TUE, THU, FRI: 11:50 AM – 12:30 PM
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Will develop stroke technique in front crawl and back crawl, and learn breaststroke kick and butterfly kick. Water safety is enforced through treading water and elementary backstroke.

SUMMIT YMCA

DATES: 6/20 – 8/8
SAT: 10:35 – 11:15 AM
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DATES: 6/21 – 8/9
SUN: 5:45 – 6:15 PM
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BERKELEY HEIGHTS COMMUNITY POOL

DATES: 6/15 – 8/7
MON, TUE, THU, FRI: 12:35 – 1:15 PM
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Will work on stroke techniques and learn all major competitive strokes. The emphasis on water safety continues through treading and sidestroke.

SUMMIT YMCA

DATES: 6/19 – 8/7
FRI: 5:10 – 5:50 PM
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BERKELEY HEIGHTS COMMUNITY POOL

DATES: 6/15 – 8/7
MON, TUE, THU, FRI: 12:35 – 1:15 PM
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Will refine stroke technique on all major strokes, learn about competitive swim, and discover how to incorporate swimming into a healthy lifestyle.

SUMMIT YMCA

DATES: 6/19 – 8/7
FRI: 5:55 – 6:35 PM
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DATES: 6/20 – 8/8
SAT: 11:20 AM – 12:00 PM
HURST POOL
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BERKELEY HEIGHTS COMMUNITY POOL

DATES: 6/15 – 8/7
MON, TUE, THU, FRI: 12:35 – 1:15 PM
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TEENS (AGES 13+)

LIFEGUARD READINESS & ENDURANCE TRAINING
TEEN & ADULT: INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED

This 8-week training program is designed to help participants build the strength, endurance, and swimming efficiency needed to successfully pass the American Red Cross Lifeguard pre-test.

BOYS & GIRLS (AGES 14-19)

BERKELEY HEIGHTS COMMUNITY POOL

DATES: 7/13 – 8/3
MON: 6:00 – 6:40 PM
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SPRINGFIELD COMMUNITY POOL

DATES: 7/13 – 8/3
MON: 6:00 – 6:40 PM
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Supportive classes designed to build water confidence, improve technique, and enhance fitness at any age.

SUMMIT YMCA

AGES: 13+
DATES: 6/20 – 8/8
SAT: 8:00 – 8:40 AM
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AGES: 13+
DATES: 6/21 – 8/9
SUN: 3:00 – 3:40 PM
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PARENT/CHILD (AGES 6 MO - 2 YR)

Parent & Child Swim: Stage A

Water discovery for our littlest swimmers. Parents and caregivers guide first splashes and comfort in the water.

Ages 6 months – 3 years

Fri · Sept 11 – Oct 30 · 9:30 – 10:00 AMRegister

Sat · Sept 12 – Oct 31 · 8:50 – 9:20 AMRegister

+4 more sessions

Sun · Sept 13 – Nov 1 · 3:00 – 3:30 PMSwim meet first week of OctRegister

Fri · Nov 6 – Dec 18 · 9:30 – 10:00 AMRegister

Sat · Nov 7 – Dec 19 · 8:50 – 9:20 AMRegister

Sun · Nov 8 – Dec 20 · 3:00 – 3:30 PMRegister

Parent & Child Swim: Stage B

Water exploration that builds on Stage A, encouraging confidence and movement with a parent by their side.

Ages 6 months – 3 years

Sat · Sept 12 – Oct 31 · 9:25 – 9:55 AMRegister

Sun · Sept 13 – Nov 1 · 3:35 – 4:05 PMSwim meet first week of OctRegister

+2 more sessions

Sat · Nov 7 – Dec 19 · 9:25 – 9:55 AMRegister

Sun · Nov 8 – Dec 20 · 3:35 – 4:05 PMRegister

PRESCHOOL (AGES 3 - 5)

Preschool Swim Lessons: Stage 1

Water acclimation for our youngest independent swimmers, building comfort and confidence in the pool.

Ages 3–5

Tue · Sept 8 – Oct 27 · 3:30 – 4:00 PMRegister

Sat · Sept 12 – Oct 31 · 10:00 – 10:30 AMRegister

+4 more sessions

Sun · Sept 13 – Nov 1 · 4:10 – 4:40 PMSwim meet first week of OctRegister

Tue · Nov 3 – Dec 15 · 3:30 – 4:00 PMRegister

Sat · Nov 7 – Dec 19 · 10:00 – 10:30 AMRegister

Sun · Nov 8 – Dec 20 · 4:10 – 4:40 PMRegister

Preschool Swim Lessons: Stage 2

Water movement skills that help preschoolers glide, kick, and grow more comfortable moving through the water.

Ages 3–5

Tue · Sept 8 – Oct 27 · 4:05 – 4:35 PMRegister

Wed · Sept 9 – Oct 28 · 4:05 – 4:35 PMRegister

+6 more sessions

Sat · Sept 12 – Oct 31 · 10:35 – 11:05 AMRegister

Sun · Sept 13 – Nov 1 · 4:50 – 5:20 PMSwim meet first week of OctRegister

Tue · Nov 3 – Dec 15 · 4:05 – 4:35 PMRegister

Wed · Nov 4 – Dec 16 · 4:05 – 4:35 PMRegister

Sat · Nov 7 – Dec 19 · 10:35 – 11:05 AMRegister

Sun · Nov 8 – Dec 20 · 4:50 – 5:20 PMRegister

Preschool Swim Lessons: Stage 3

Water stamina that builds endurance and independence, preparing preschoolers for their first strokes.

Ages 3–5

Wed · Sept 9 – Oct 28 · 3:30 – 4:00 PMRegister

Sat · Sept 12 – Oct 31 · 11:10 – 11:40 AMRegister

+4 more sessions

Sun · Sept 13 – Nov 1 · 5:30 – 6:00 PMSwim meet first week of OctRegister

Wed · Nov 4 – Dec 16 · 3:30 – 4:00 PMRegister

Sat · Nov 7 – Dec 19 · 11:10 – 11:40 AMRegister

Sun · Nov 8 – Dec 20 · 5:30 – 6:00 PMRegister

SCHOOL AGE (AGES 6 - 12)

School Age Swim Lessons: Stage 1

Water acclimation to help school age kids feel safe and confident getting started in the pool.

Ages 6–12

Fri · Sept 11 – Oct 30 · 3:30 – 4:10 PMRegister

Sat · Sept 12 – Oct 24 · 3:00 – 3:40 PMRegister

+2 more sessions

Fri · Nov 6 – Dec 18 · 3:30 – 4:10 PMRegister

Sat · Nov 7 – Dec 19 · 3:00 – 3:40 PMRegister

School Age Swim Lessons: Stage 2

Water movement skills that build on the basics, helping kids move through the water with more control.

Ages 6–12

Fri · Sept 11 – Oct 30 · 4:15 – 4:55 PMRegister

Sat · Sept 12 – Oct 24 · 3:45 – 4:25 PMRegister

+2 more sessions

Fri · Nov 6 – Dec 18 · 4:15 – 4:55 PMRegister

Sat · Nov 7 – Dec 19 · 3:45 – 4:25 PMRegister

School Age Swim Lessons: Stage 3

Water stamina training that builds endurance and gets kids ready to start learning real strokes.

Ages 6–12

Tue · Sept 8 – Oct 27 · 4:40 – 5:30 PMRegister

Wed · Sept 9 – Oct 28 · 4:40 – 5:30 PMRegister

+6 more sessions

Fri · Sept 11 – Oct 30 · 5:00 – 5:40 PMRegister

Sat · Sept 12 – Oct 24 · 4:30 – 5:10 PMRegister

Tue · Nov 3 – Dec 15 · 4:40 – 5:30 PMRegister

Wed · Nov 4 – Dec 16 · 4:40 – 5:30 PMRegister

Fri · Nov 6 – Dec 18 · 5:00 – 5:40 PMRegister

Sat · Nov 7 – Dec 19 · 4:30 – 5:10 PMRegister

School Age Swim Lessons: Stage 4

Stroke introduction that starts building freestyle and backstroke technique with confidence.

Ages 6–12

Tue · Sept 8 – Oct 27 · 5:35 – 6:05 PMRegister

Wed · Sept 9 – Oct 28 · 5:35 – 6:05 PMRegister

+6 more sessions

Fri · Sept 11 – Oct 30 · 5:45 – 6:25 PMRegister

Sat · Sept 12 – Oct 24 · 5:20 – 6:00 PMRegister

Tue · Nov 3 – Dec 15 · 5:35 – 6:05 PMRegister

Wed · Nov 4 – Dec 16 · 5:35 – 6:05 PMRegister

Fri · Nov 6 – Dec 18 · 5:45 – 6:25 PMRegister

Sat · Nov 7 – Dec 19 · 5:20 – 6:00 PMRegister

School Age Swim Lessons: Stage 5

Stroke development that refines technique and builds endurance across all major strokes.

Ages 6–12

Fri · Sept 11 – Oct 30 · 6:30 – 7:10 PMRegister

Sat · Sept 12 – Oct 24 · 6:05 – 6:45 PMRegister

+2 more sessions

Fri · Nov 6 – Dec 18 · 6:30 – 7:10 PMRegister

Sat · Nov 7 – Dec 19 · 6:05 – 6:45 PMRegister

School Age Swim Lessons: Stage 6

Stroke mechanics that polish technique, speed, and confidence for our most advanced young swimmers.

Ages 6–12

Fri · Sept 11 – Oct 30 · 6:30 – 7:10 PMRegister

Sat · Sept 12 – Oct 24 · 6:05 – 6:45 PMRegister

+2 more sessions

Fri · Nov 6 – Dec 18 · 6:30 – 7:10 PMRegister

Sat · Nov 7 – Dec 19 · 6:05 – 6:45 PMRegister

TEENS (13+)

Teen & Adult Swim Lessons

Beginner and intermediate instruction that builds water confidence and stroke technique at any age.

Ages 12+

Sat · Sept 12 – Oct 31 · 8:00 – 8:40 AMRegister

Sat · Nov 6 – Dec 18 · 8:00 – 8:40 AMRegister

PRIVATE LESSONS

Whether you’re new to swimming or looking to build confidence, our private and semi-private lessons offer personalized instruction and support to help you meet your goals in the water. Contact us to learn more!

WHERE CAN I TAKE SWIM LESSONS?

SUMMIT YMCA INDOOR POOLS

SPRINGFIELD COMMUNITY POOL

BERKELEY HEIGHTS COMMUNITY POOL

OUR INSTRUCTORS

At the Summit Area YMCA, we understand that safety is the number one priority for parents when it comes to their children. That’s why our experienced swim instructors are YSL Certified, fully trained through rigorous YMCA standards in both water safety techniques and first aid, ensuring a secure and supportive environment for your child.

Each lesson is designed with safety at its core, so you can feel confident knowing that your child is not only learning important swimming skills but also gaining vital knowledge to stay safe in and around the water. Rest assured, we’re dedicated to keeping your child safe while they enjoy their aquatic adventure!

QUESTIONS?

Jamie Sobel

Assistant Director of Competitive Aquatics

jamie.sobel@thesay.org