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For more than 100 years, the YMCA has been the worldwide leader in teaching people of all ages to feel safe in the water.  The YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga teaches thousands to swim each year.  Below is an overview of the various swim lessons available at the Y. Classes are 30 to 45 minutes in length. Detailed schedules are available online and at the facility

SUMMER SWIM LESSONS

SUMMER SPLASH CAMP

SWIM LESSONS REGISTRATION SHEET

PARENT/CHILD SWIM LESSONS
Parent-child swim lessons are designed to introduce young children to an aquatics environment. An instructor will guide parents and children though simple skills and exercises that help infants and toddlers become more comfortable in the water.
Children ages 6 months to 36 months old are accompanied by a parent or guardian into the pool for fun, exercise, parent education, and safe water adjustment.  This introduction to the aquatic environment through songs and games, includes basic aquatic safety and water skills (kicking, breath control, body control, balance). 


PRESCHOOL SWIM LESSONS
The North River YMCA Aquatics Swim Lesson program is student- centered and is based on age and ability of the participant. Swim lessons develop competency in swimming, along with confidence and endurance. We expect children to learn and progress at their own rate, and trained instructors encourage performance with praise and positive reinforcement. A child is advanced to the next level only when he or she can proficiently and safely perform the skills within his or her level.
Children ages 3 to 5 years old are taught to experience the pool without parental assistance.  Children are taught basic skills, as well as pool safety, boating safety, and the use of a personal flotation device (PFD).

 
YOUTH SWIM LESSONS
Designed for children ages 6 to 12 years old, this program comprises five key components: personal growth, personal safety, stroke development, water sports and games, and rescue.  Each skill level builds upon the preceding level, covering all the strokes, diving fundamentals, and safety skills necessary for your child to enjoy his or her time in the water.

  
ADULT SWIM LESSONS
The North River YMCA Aquatics Swim Lesson program for adults is for persons 13+ who want to learn to swim or increase their knowledge of water safety. Class objectives include assisting participants in water adjustment and learning (or improving) the front crawl, back crawl and paddle skills.  A major focus is placed on individuals to meet and improve their swimming goals and ability. Designed for adults ages 13+ who want to learn to swim or increase their knowledge of water safety.  Objectives include assisting participants in water adjustment and learning or improving on rudimentary front crawl, back crawl, and paddle skills, and increasing endurance.  A major focus is placed on individuals to meet and improve their personal swimming goals and abilities.

 
PRIVATE & SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
We offer private and semi-private swim lessons upon request.  Times and days are scheduled between the instructor and participant.
The YMCA offers private swim lessons at your request.  Times and days may be scheduled between the instructor and participant.  For scheduling, please call (423) 877-3517
 
**There is a minimum of 3 children per class and classes are subject to change.
**Refund policy: 
Full refund given up to 10 days prior to first class; 50% refund given within 10 days prior to first class; no refund given after 2 classes, unless due to a medical emergency. 

For more information please contact our Aquatics Department at 423.877.3517 or email us at nraqua@ymcachattanooga.org.