Learn to Swim at the Y
Swim Lessons
We offer group lessons and private swimming lessons. Private lessons cost $50 for facility members or $60 for program members for 5 thirty minute private lessons. Private lessons are offered year round in our heated pool. Please call for more information.
Group Lesson Class size is limited so all children get lots of instruction and attention. Group lessons cost $30 for facility members or $40 for program members per eight lesson session. Four lesson sessions, held on the weekend, are $20 and $30 per session. Most lessons will be thirty minutes long. Group lessons start in March of 2008 and will be offered into August based on demand. The Lighthouse/City YMCA pool is outdoors but is heated to approximately 84 degrees.
For a schedule of Fall Swim lessons offered at the Lighthouse YMCA, please contact us at 795-9725.
Piranha Swim Club
Piranha Swim Club is designed to introduce children to swim racing. Children can enroll in Piranha if they can complete Fish level swim skills. Tryouts are offered to those children who haven’t taken part in YMCA progressive swimming. If you want a challenge or just want to try a different sport contact Dave Molohon, Aquatic Director, for more information and to schedule a tryout.
Piranha Swim Club took to the pool for its first in-house swim meet September 15 to establish pool records and to get an idea of what racing is like. Four Piranha took home gold medals and all Piranha had a great time!
Lap Swim
Patrons may swim laps, water walk, or water jog during lap swim times. Kickboards, aqua belts, pull buoys, noodles and aqua dumbbells are available to enhance the exercise. See the pool schedule for lap swim times.
Open Swim
Open swim times are scheduled one or more times every day. Open swim times are for individuals or families who want to enjoy our outdoor heated pool.Water basketball and volleyball are available during open swim times. If nonswimmers are present, the shallow water may be roped off with the safety lines. A responsible adult must accompany children under the age of 8 in the pool area. See the pool schedule for current open swim times.
Learn to Be a YMCA Lifeguard
The YMCA offers certification courses for potential Lifeguards. Participants must be at least 16 years of age (parental consent is required for those under age 18.) Current certification in CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, First Aid and Supplemental Oxygen must be held. Participants must pass a swimming test and medical clearance is recommended.
