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Aquatics Programs
Winter Session I-January 9-February 25, 2012
Registration begins December 5, 2011
Family Member-$55; Member-$68; Program Participant-$85 (Classes meet 7 times)
Winter Session II-February 27-April 14, 2012
Registration begins February 6
Family Member-$55; Member-$68; Program Participant-$85 (Classes meet 7 times)
Friday & Saturday Classes- Family Member-$47; Member-$58; Program Participant-$73 (Classes meet 6 times)
(No class on Friday, April 6 or Saturday, April 7-Easter Holiday)
Spring Session- April 16-June 9, 2012
Registration begins March 26
(Tuesday-Saturday classes meet 8 times) Family Member-$63; Member-$78; Program Participant-$97
(Monday classes meet 7 times) Family Member-$55; Member-$68; Program Participant-$85
(YMCA Closed on Monday, May 28-Memorial Day)
Parent-Child Level 1
6-24 months and one parent or guardian: This program offers activities based on the developmental abilities of the child. Parent learns how to positively and creatively encourage water skills through instruction and play as their child becomes more comfortable in the water.
Wednesday 9:45am-10:30am
Thursday 4:30pm-5:15pm
Saturday 9:00am-9:45am
Parent-Child Level 2
24 months - 3 years and one parent or guardian: This program is designed for the children that are not quite ready (2- 3) to leave the security of being with an adult in the water or not old enough to be in the pre-school program but are ready to begin working on actual  swimming skills.
Wednesday 10:30am-11:15am
Tuesday 6:00pm-6:45pm
Saturday 11:15am-Noon
Pre-Pike Class
30 months to 3 years old: This program is for children who have successfully completed the Parent/Child level 2 class (minimum age of 30 months required) or are pre-school age and have never been in a swim class. This class offers a small class ratio of 1 instructor to 4 participants. Parent must remain on the pool deck during the 30-minute instructional period of the class. The parent/guardian gets in the water and swim with child for last 15 minutes to reinforce skills covered by the instructor during class. This class bridges the Parent/Child level 2 class to the Preschool program.
Monday 11:15pm-12:00pm
Thursday 5:15pm-6:00pm
Saturday 12:00pm-12:45pm
Pre-School Instructional Swimming Classes
3-5 years old: Preschool swim lessons focus on basic swim skills and pool safety. Children move through progressive levels as they increase swimming distance, endurance and ability with each level. These 45-minute swim lessons are taught by caring YMCA swim instructors.
Skill Levels: Pikes, Eels, Rays & Starfish (All four levels are offered at the times listed below unless noted otherwise)
Monday 11:15am-Noon (Pikes/Eels only)
Tuesday 4:30pm-5:15pm
Wednesday 5:15pm-6:00pm (Pike only)
Wednesday 6:00pm-6:45pm (Polliwog only)
Thursday 5:15pm-6:00pm (Pikes/Eels only)
Thursday 6:45pm-7:30pm
Saturday 9:45am-10:30am
Tumble and Swim
3-6 years old
The tumbling class consists of basic gymnastics, which teaches them forward and backward rolls, cartwheels, beam skills, springboard exercises, and uneven bar elements. The children then attend a pike/eel swim class (beginner I/beginner II), which includes songs, floating front and back, kicking, arm reaching skills and jumping skills. (Register for program under both aquatics & gymnastics)
Winter II-Family Member-$82; Member-$101; Program Participants-$126 (7 Classes)
Saturday 11:10am - 12:45pm
Youth Instructional Swimming Classes
6-14 years old
The YMCA youth swim program is a six level progression program with each level building upon the skills learned and mastered in the preceding levels. At every level, participants are involved in instruction related to the following five components: personal safety, stroke development, water sports and games, personal growth and rescue.
Youth Instructional Swim Skill Levels:
Polliwog, Guppy, Minnow, Fish, Flying Fish & Shark
Tuesday 5:15pm-6:00pm
Thursday 6:00pm-6:45pm
Saturday 10:30am-11:15am
CERTIFICATION COURSES
American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Course
The purpose of this course is to teach Lifeguard candidates the skills and knowledge needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. The course content and activities prepare candidates to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and prevent drowning and injuries. Upon successful completion of all skills, written & practical tests, participants will receive a Lifeguard, First Aid and CPR for the professional rescuer/AED certifications.
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Minimum age 15 on or before the final scheduled class
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Pass pre-course swim test: 300 yds continuous swim (100 yds front crawl using rhythmic breathing, 100 yds breaststroke, 100 yds either front crawl or breaststroke), surface dive to a depth of 7-10 feet, retrieve a 10 pound object, return to surface and swim 20 yards with legs only in 1 minute 40 seconds.
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100% class attendance and participation
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Pass both a water skills test and written exam
- Fees: Members $200; Program Participants-$215
Course Dates & Times (must attend all scheduled class times):
2012 Course Dates & Times (must attend all scheduled class times):
(1) March 16, 17, 18, 23, 24 & 25
(Friday's 6pm-9pm; Saturday's 9am-5pm & Sunday's 10am-4pm)
(2) April 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 & 28
(Friday's 6pm-9pm; Saturday's 9am-5pm)
(3) May 4, 5, 12, 19 and 26 (Friday 7-8:30pm); Saturday's 8am-5pm)
NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT OF $30 due at registration; balance due after pre-course test, which is held the first hour of the first class.
SCUBA RANGERS
(Program for youth ages 8-12)
Begins Saturday, February 4, 9:00am-12:30pm
Scuba Diving is a totally awesome sport and SCUBA RANGERS is a way cool scuba class for kids ages 8 to 12. Participants do not become Scuba certified. This class meets once a week for 6 weeks, they learn safe diving practices, and participate in many games and activities. Participants receive a divers log, stickers, booklet, snorkel and T-shirt. Scuba Rangers make a scrapbook and will receive a video of themselves and classmates diving. A parent's orientation is held the first day of class.
Family Members $230; Member $250; Program Participants $275
Scuba
Scuba Certification Course (SSI - Scuba Schools International)
Begins February 7th -6:00-9:00pm (Tuesday classes)
Open Water Scuba Certification consists of classroom, pool, and open water training. Program fee includes certified SSI Instructor, educational material and class/pool sessions. Participants must be at least 12 years of age. Please note, in addition to the course cost, each participant must either purchase or own the following items: mask, snorkel, fins, wet suit boots and mouthpiece. A swimsuit and towel is needed for each class as well. 8 Week Program; test dives not included.
Fees: Family Member $330; Member $350; Program Participant $375
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ADULT PROGRAMS
Adult/High School Swim Lessons (Level 1)
This class is for non-swimmers and or beginners, who are only comfortable in the shallow water. The goal is to learn the basics of swimming and to help overcome fears of the water.
Tuesday 6:45pm-7:30pm
Adult/High School Swim Lessons (Level 2)
This class is for adults who can already swim in both the shallow and deep water, but would like to learn the proper technique for the strokes, learn additional strokes, improve endurance and become more proficient in the water.
Tuesday 6:45pm-7:30pm
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private Swim Lessons or Semi-Private Swim Lessons
All ages, abilities and levels welcome. Please contact the Aquatic Director to set up lessons. A set of four- (4) 1/2 hour lessons. Lessons are customized to the needs of the participant - (max. 2 people)
Private Lessons:
Family Member $65; Member $80; Program Participants $95
Semi-Private Lessons:
Family Member $52 per person; Member $64 per person;
Program Participants $80 per person
(both participants must sign up at the same time)
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Aquatic Birthday Parties at the Y!
Have your child's Birthday Party at the YMCA. The "Y" will provide a party coordinator and a gift for the birthday girl or boy. Parties are for two hours. **A NON-REFUNDABLE deposit of $50 is required to reserve package 1 or 2; $100 deposit for party 3.
Package 1- $95 (2 hour party)
The party includes 1 hour in the pool OR the gym & one hour in the party room. The first 12 children are included in the package price with each additional child being $5.00.
Package 2- $130 (2 and 1/2 hr. party)
This package includes one hour in the party room, 30 minutes in the gym and 45 minutes in the pool. The first 12 children are included in the package price and each additional child is $5.00.
Package 3- SCUBA-$225 (Ages 8 & up)
This package includes an hour in the pool with a certified scuba diving instructor and an hour in the party room. Birthday child and friends will enjoy this safe unforgettable underwater adventure in SCUBA gear. Party is subject to availability of the scuba company. The first 12 children are included in the package price and each additional child is $15.00. (Party is a maximum of 20 children)
**A certified Lifeguard is always on duty.
**Adults are required to be in the water with children who cannot touch the bottom of the pool or who needs a floatation device.
Parties are available on Friday night, Saturday and Sunday afternoons.
SPECIALTY PROGRAMS
Girl Scout and Boy Scout Badge Program
Bring your Troop to the YMCA to complete badge requirements directly related to the water. Program includes 1-hour instructional period with a trained instructor and a 30-minute free swim period. Please contact the Aquatic Director to set up a program. Program fee is $48 (minimum of 8 scouts) $4 each additional scout; for groups requiring more than 1 instructor there will be an additional $10 fee.
Pool Rentals for SPLASH Parties
Rent the YMCA pool. Contact the Aquatic Director to schedule your party. A non-refundable deposit of $50.00 is due at the time of booking.
** $75/Hour for half the pool (includes 1 lifeguard)
There will be an extra charge for additional lifeguards.
Full pool rentals: $275 for 2 hours + $5 per person.
WATER FITNESS CLASSES
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Water Fitness Pass is $42, unlimited classes for the month in which purchased (pass expires on the last day of the month purchased). Passes may be purchased at the front desk.
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Senior Water Fitness Pass is $27. Pass is valid for the month in which purchased.
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Price per class is $10.00, pay at front desk.
Mon/Wed/Fri 8:15-9:00am
SWIM LESSON REFUND/CREDIT POLICY
There are NO Refunds for any reason. Credits CAN be issued for illness ONLY, and must be accompanied by a physician's note. These requests should be presented to the Aquatic Director. Thank You
If a class is canceled due to weather (THE YMCA DOES CLOSE OUR POOL FOR ELECTRICAL STORMS) or any other reason, a system credit will be issued for the cost of the class that was canceled. If a make-up class was scheduled, and a participant chooses not to attend, no make-ups, credits or refunds will be issued.
Aquatic/Gymnastic Director - Tammy Lalli
Phone: (570) 823-2191 ext. 151
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