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Swim Lessons
The YMCA offers swim lessons for every age and ability. Group lessons provide a fun, social way to learn water safety and build skills. Private lessons offer one-on-one instruction and flexible scheduling to focus on confidence, stroke development, or personal goals. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your technique, there’s a lesson option for you.
Parent & Child Swim Lessons
For children from 6 months to 3 years old, YMCA Swim Starters swim lessons help children become comfortable in water and teach parents about water safety.
Youth Group Swim Lessons
When your kids take swim lessons at the Y, they’ll gain confidence and learn new skills in a fun, caring environment. Not to mention the benefits of staying active and healthy!
Private Swim Lessons
Private lessons are a great for kids who don’t do well in large groups, teens & adults for are just learning to swim, or any age looking to perfect their stroke.
Adult & Teen Swim Lessons
The pool just isn't for kids. Join the fun and learn something new! Our adult swim lesson program offers individualized instruction for every level.
Parent & Child Swim Lessons
Designed for infants and toddlers with a parent or guardian in the pool, this class builds comfort in the water, early readiness skills, and safe habits. The focus is less on strokes and more on helping parents learn how to keep their children safe, practice active supervision, and guide them with confidence. Research shows many drownings occur when caregivers are distracted—these lessons emphasize prevention through education and awareness. With regular exposure, children grow more comfortable in the water, building a strong foundation for future swimming skills.
Youth Group Swim Lessons
Designed for children, these classes build swimming skills, endurance, and water safety in a supportive group setting. Lessons progress through stages that teach fundamental strokes, rotary breathing, and safe water habits, helping kids grow more confident and capable in the pool. Preschool and Youth Group Swim Lessons take place with a minimum of 3 participants and a maximum of 6 participants to ensure personalized attention.
Private Swim Lessons
Private lessons provide one-on-one instruction with flexible scheduling for children, teens, or adults at any level. Instructors create a personalized plan to build confidence, develop new skills, or refine stroke technique, with options for 4- or 8-lesson packages.
Adult Swim Lessons
It’s never too late to learn! Designed for ages 13+, these lessons provide a supportive setting to build confidence, improve technique, and feel safe in any water—pool, lake, or ocean. Beginners focus on fundamentals, while more advanced swimmers work on stroke refinement and endurance. Group, semi-private, and private lesson options are available to fit every swimmer’s needs.
Contact
General Swim Lesson Questions
Aquatics Coordinator
AquaticsCoordinator@ymcasuperiorcal.org
916.452.9622 ext. 104
Gold Country Swim Lessons
Branch Manager
GCBranchManager@ymcasuperiorcal.org
530.274.4739
All Other Aquatics Information
Aquatics Director
AquaticsDirector@ymcasuperiorcal.org
916.452.9622 ext. 104