Swim Brochure

SWIM LESSONS 2026 STAUNTON-AUGUSTA FAMILY YMCA Find out more about swim levels at SAYMCA.ORG. Any questions, can be directed to our Swim Lesson Coordinator Karen Landers at saymcalessons@gmail.com Siblings get 10% off after the first child enrolls!  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. **Saturdays Only** 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. **Saturdays Only** 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. **Tuesday/Thursday OR Saturdays** 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. **Tuesday/Thursdays OR Saturdays**   GROUP SWIM LESSONS: NO JOINING FEE All month! NO JOINING FEE All month! Fees: Members: $67/ Non-members: $82 All levels and times.   2026 DATES: The YMCA Swim Lesson Curriculum is a core group of aquatic skills every person needs to be safe around water. Students begin with and build upon skills they are ready to learn, helping them to celebrate their successes, build self-confidence, and enjoy learning to swim and water safety. **Parents accompany children in Parent Child I and II for children 6 month-3yrs . NO JOINING FEE All month! Saturday Lessons JANUARY 17 - FEBRUARY 21 Member Registration: Dec. 6 Non-Member Registration: Dec. 7 REGISTRATION CLOSES JANUARY 10 Levels and times for Saturday lessons TBD MARCH 7 - APRIL 18 ( no class April 14 ) Member Registration: Feb. 21 Non-Member Registration: Feb. 22 REGISTRATION CLOSES FEBRUARY 28 Levels and times for Saturday lessons TBD MAY 2 - JUNE 6 Member Registration: April 18 Non-Member Registration: April 19 REGISTRATION CLOSES APRIL 25 Levels and times for Saturday lessons TBD JUNE 20 - AUGUST 1 ( no class July 4 ) Member Registration: June 6 Non-Member Registration: June 7 REGISTRATION CLOSES JUNE 13 Levels and times for Saturday lessons TBD SEPTEMBER 6 - OCTOBER 11 Member Registration: July 26 Non-Member Registration: July 27 REGISTRATION CLOSES AUGUST 22 Levels and times for Saturday lessons TBD OCTOBER 25 - DECEMBER 6 ( NO CLASS 11/29 ) Member Registration: October 11 Non-Member Registration: October 12 REGISTRATION CLOSES OCTOBER 18 Levels and times for Saturday lessons TBD SWIM LESSONS Tuesday/Thursday Lessons JANUARY 20 - FEBRUARY12 Member Registration: Dec. 11 (5:00 PM) Non-Member Registration: Dec. 12 REGISTRATION CLOSES JANUARY 15 Levels and times for Tuesday/Thursday Lessons TBD FEBRUARY 24 - MARCH 19 Member Registration: Feb. 12 (5:00 PM) Non-Member Registration: Feb. 13 REGISTRATION CLOSES FEBRUARY 19 Levels and times for Tuesday/Thursday Lessons TBD APRIL 7 - APRIL 30 Member Registration: March 19 (5:00 PM) Non-Member Registration: March 20 REGISTRATION CLOSES APRIL 2 Levels and times for Tuesday/Thursday Lessons TBD MAY 12 - JUNE 4 Member Registration: April 30 (5:00 PM) Non-Member Registration: May 1 REGISTRATION CLOSES MAY 5 Levels and times for Tuesday/Thursday Lessons TBD JUNE 16 - JULY 9 Member Registration: June 4 (5:00 PM) Non-Member Registration: June 5 REGISTRATION CLOSES JULY 11 Levels and times for Tuesday/Thursday Lessons TBD   SWIM STARTERS Parent & Child Age 6 mo - 3 yrs SWIM BASICS SWIM STROKES 3 Water Stamina Student not yet able to swim 10 - 15 yards on their front or back. 1 Water Acclimation Student not yet able to go underwater voluntarily. Preschool Age 3 - 5 B Water Exploration Student not yet comfortable working with an instructor without a parent in the water. 1 Water Acclimation Student not yet able to go underwater voluntarily. 4 Stroke Introduction Student not yet able to swim 15 yards on their front or back crawl. 2 Water Movement Student not yet able to do a front and back float on their own. We are so excited to preview our new youth group swim lesson program guide. Our program is evolving to reflect the standards that are upheld nationally by the YMCA. This will be easier for parents and caregivers to understand and make progression for the students more streamlined because the goals of each swim level are clearly defined. 5 Stroke Development Student not yet able to swim front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke across the pool. Youth Age 6 - 12 6 Stroke Mechanics Student not yet able to swim front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke across the pool and back. 4 Stroke Introduction Student not yet able to swim 15 yards on their front or back crawl. YOUTH SWIM LESSONS 3 Water Stamina Student not yet able to swim 10 - 15 yards on their front or back. A Water Discovery Student not yet able to respond to verbal cues and jump on land. 2 Water Movement Student not yet able to do a front and back float on their own. A Water Discovery Student not yet able to respond to verbal cues and jump on land.