LESSON SELECTOR – Use this as a guide to determine what class to enroll your child in.
SWIM LESSON FEES: $50 Y-members; $90 Non-members
LOCATION: Knowles Indoor Pool, 424 Stadium Blvd., Jefferson City, MO
The YMCA is pleased to offer swimming lessons for every age and ability all year round. Swimming is a fundamental life skill which can be taught to anyone. YMCA instructors encourage participants to put forth their best effort using a gentle, fun approach to make learning to swim a positive
experience. Learning to swim takes time! Your swimmer may be asked to repeat a level. This is all part of the learn to swim process. We strive to keep the student to teacher ratio as low as possible. Classes may be combined based upon enrollment. Students with special needs are very welcome to participate. Please let us know how we can accommodate. Lessons missed due to weather are rescheduled and made up.
Note: YMCA Summer Campers can take swimming lessons during their camp day and their counselors will walk them to and from their lessons each day.
5 YEARS AND UNDER
LTS: Parent/Child Water Acclimation – Ages: 6months-3 years
$50 Y-member/$90 non-member
The youngest swimmers can enjoy the water with their parent(s) or caregiver. Swimmers will learn to acclimate to the water, enjoy a wonderful sensory experience, enjoy cheerful splashing, playing and socializing time with their new pool pals. They will learn to blow bubbles, jump in with assistance, and floating positions. The adults will learn how to guide their children to become safe swimmers as they grow.
For a schedule or to register, click HERE and search Parent/Child Water Acclimation
LTS: Preschool Beginner – Ages: 3-5 years
$50 Y-member/$90 non-member
This class is for kids learning to push off and glide to their teacher, front float and back float with assistance, head immersion, jump in and get back to the wall, and learn how fun swimming is! Swimmers should be able to separate from their parents to participate in class.
For a schedule or to register, click HERE and search Preschool Beginner
LTS: Preschool Advanced Beginner – Ages: 3-5 years
$50 Y-member/$90 non-member
The swimming journey continues with front crawl arm and leg movements and back float with arm movements. Swimmers learn to swim on their tummies and flip over on to their backs. This is a vital safety skill. Treading water is introduced and swimmers learn to jump in and swim a distance, then exit the pool independently. Water safety instruction is also included.
For a schedule or to register, click HERE and search Preschool Advanced Beginner
6-12 YEARS
LTS: Novice – Ages: 6-12 years
$50 Y-member/$90 non-member
This class is for those who enjoy the water, but may be lacking confidence in their swimming skills. This class begins with head immersion, floating and gliding on the front, and floating and gliding on the back. Arm and leg movements for the front crawl and back crawl are taught. They also learn to tread water in water over their head and water safety.
For a schedule or to register, click HERE and search Novice
LTS: Intermediate – Ages: 6-12
$50 Y-member/$90 non-member
The swimming journey continues with emphasis on swimming longer distances. Side breathing in freestyle is emphasized. Elementary backstroke and breaststroke are introduced. This level also teaches treading water and continued emphasis on water safety.
For a schedule or to register, click HERE and search Intermediate
LTS: Stroke Endurance – Ages: 6-12 years
$50 Y-member/$90 non-member
In this stage, swimmers refine their front crawl and backstroke. They swim up to 25 yards at a time. They develop their elementary backstroke and breaststroke. Butterfly is introduced as well as diving. Continued emphasis on water safety.
For a schedule or to register, click HERE and search Stroke Endurance
LTS: Stroke Proficiency – 6-12 years
$50 Y-member/$90 non-member
In this final level, stroke technique is emphasized and students will learn to swim more efficiently and with greater speed. They will review front crawl, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly, and begin to learn flip turns. Swimming endurance is also increased and diving off the side. Students will get plenty of exercise in this class!
For a schedule or to register, click HERE and search Stroke Proficiency
LTS: Homeschool Swimming
$40/swimmer
Homeschool families can learn to swim in a safe, fun environment. Swimming instruction and water safety are emphasized. Children are grouped with kids of similar age and ability. Parents welcome to watch on deck or help in the water.
For a schedule or to register, click HERE and search Homeschool Swimming
LTS: ‘Cuda Camp – Ages: 6 and up
$40/swimmer
This is perfect a perfect opportunity for a swimmer who wants to get ready to join the Barracudas Swim Team! Meet current swim team members and coaches, learn the strokes, and find out what being a ‘Cuda is all about!
For a schedule or to register, click HERE and search ‘Cuda Camp
ADULT & HIGH SCHOOL
LTS: Adult and High School
$50 Y-member/$90 non-member
It’s never too late to learn to swim! Our classes are taught by adults who understand this and will work with you. Give yourself the gift of learning to swim!
For a schedule or to register, click HERE and search Adult and High School
LTS: Fix Your Freestyle
$20 Y-member/$25 non-member
The Barracudas Swim Team Coaches will be hosting a workshop for those who want to improve their swimming technique. This is perfect for lap swimmers, triathletes, and for those who want to learn to swim more efficiently. Those who are new to swimming are welcome. Common stroke flaws, flip turns, stroke drills and how to build your own workout are some of the topics in store! Learn from the best! We will start in the classroom and move to the pool.
For a schedule or to register, click HERE and search Fix Your Freestyle
