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Swimming

Keeping People Safe Around Water For 164 Years

Swimming is a wonderfully relaxing full body workout, a life-long hobby, and, most importantly, a life-saving skill!

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Whether it’s through lessons or swim team participation, confidence begins at the Y pool!
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    Lessons

    Focused on water safety, building character and increasing self-confidence, we teach your child to swim confidently at their own pace.
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    Indoor Pools

    You and your family can enjoy swimming and playing in the water whenever it calls to you!
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    Swim Teams

    Our swim teams offer developmental instruction, age-group training, advanced conditioning, and in-depth technique and skill analysis. We offer a variety of competition levels where you can showcase your skills.
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Dive Right In At Your Local Y

Are you looking for swim lessons for your child? Or, maybe, you’re looking to swim a few laps yourself? Makes no difference to us! It all starts at your local Y.

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We Know How to Keep You Safe

Our swim instructors are certified in CPR, First Aid, AED, and Oxygen administration. 

Our swim lessons integrate water safety and swimming skills. From children to adults, we give everyone a sense of belonging and confidence by celebrating their achievements!

Every Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard is certified CPR and AED administration. Their training is continuous with monthly in-services, daily quick checks, and regular safety audits.