Swim Brochure

SWIM LESSONS 2026 STAUNTON-AUGUSTA FAMILY YMCA Any questions, can be directed to our Swim Lesson Coordinator Alyssa Pettijohn 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 Mornings SEPTEMBER 5 - OCTOBER 10 Member Registration: Aug 1 Non-Member Registration: Aug. 2 REGISTRATION CLOSES AUGUST 29 Levels and times for Saturday lessons TBD OCTOBER 24 - DECEMBER 5 NO CLASS NOVEMBER 28  Member Registration: October 10 Non-Member Registration: October 11 REGISTRATION CLOSES OCTOBER 17 Levels and times for Saturday lessons TBD SWIM LESSONS Tuesday/Thursday Evenings SEPTEMBER 1 - 24 Member Registration: July 9 (5:00 PM) Non-Member Registration: July 10 REGISTRATION CLOSES AUGUST 27 Levels and times for Tuesday/Thursday Lessons TBD   OCTOBER 6 - 29 Member Registration: Sept. 24 (5:00 PM) Non-Member Registration: Sept. 25 REGISTRATION CLOSES OCTOBER 1 Levels and times for Tuesday/Thursday Lessons TBD   NOVEMBER 10 - DECEMBER 10 Member Registration: Oct. 29 (5:00 PM) Non-Member Registration: Oct. 30 REGISTRATION CLOSES NOVEMBER 5 Levels and times for Tuesday/Thursday Lessons TBD NO CLASS NOVEMBER 24 & 26   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. SWIM STARTERS 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. Parent & Child Age 6 mo - 3 yrs Youth Age 6 - 12 6 Stroke Mechanics Student not yet able to swim front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke across the pool and back. SWIM BASICS SWIM STROKES 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. 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.