The Kernersville Family YMCA offers swim lessons, water fitness classes, Swim Team, two pools, one of which is open to the public for a daily rate, and a water park.
View our Youth Swim Guidelines
For more information,please contact: Amelia Templeton, Aquatics Director, at (336) 996-2231 x 6422.
Program Pool Hours
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Community Pool Hours:Mon/Wed/Fri: 5:30 am-9:00 pm Cost: 2-11 yrs old: $4.50 Resident / $6.75 Non-Resident |
Ages: 6-15 years
This class consists of four levels, which focus on stroke development, water safety, personal growth, and fun. A trained swim instructor works with children at their own pace using the YMCA core values, building self-esteem as well as self confidence through swimming. Youth swim levels are Polliwog, Guppy, Minnow, Fish and Flying Fish. Classes are 45 minutes.
Click here for the Swim Lessons Registration Form
Cost:
4 Week Classes
Members: $40 2x a week/ $20 for members 1x a week
Potential Members: $80 2x a week/$40 1x a week
1 Week Classes
Members: $20
Potential Members: $40
January-May, 2012
Tuesday 11:15 am-12 noon
Thursdays 2:15 pm-3:00 pm
Costs: $15 per session for 1 class a week x 4 weeks
$30 per session for 2 classes a week x 4 weeks
January 3-26; February: January 31-February 23 ; March: February 28-March 22; April 3-26; May 1-24
All levels will be taught from beginners to Advanced Prep.
Registration begins December 15, 2011.
Please fill out the Registration Form.
During this class, participants will learn life-saving rescue skills for an Aquatic Environment. Once a participant takes the classes and passes the skills and written test, they will be certified as a YMCA Lifeguard for 2 years.
Download the Lifeguard Registration Form
Lifeguard Course Prerequisites:
Must be able to accomplish these tasks:
In most of our branches they each CPR/First Aid & O2 Adm. as part of the course. They have to have these certifications in order to be certified as a YMCA Lifeguard.
Upcoming Classes:
| Date | Location | Contact | Special Notes |
| 3/10 – 3/27 | Jerry Long Family YMCA | Lori Andrews l.andrews@ymcanwnc.org (336) 712 – 2000 |
Lifeguard Class Information & Registration Form |
| 4/13 – 5/1 | Jerry Long Family YMCA | Lori Andrews l.andrews@ymcanwnc.org (336) 712 – 2000 |
Lifeguard Class Information & Registration Form |
| 5/11 – 5/29 | Jerry Long Family YMCA | Lori Andrews l.andrews@ymcanwnc.org (336) 712 – 2000 |
Lifeguard Class Information & Registration Form |
| 6/19 – 6/20 | Jerry Long Family YMCA | Lori Andrews l.andrews@ymcanwnc.org (336) 712 – 2000 |
Lifeguard Crossover Registration Form |
| 10/5 – 10/23 | Jerry Long Family YMCA | Lori Andrews l.andrews@ymcanwnc.org (336) 712 – 2000 |
Lifeguard Class Information & Registration Form |
Our Splash program is a YMCA program that teaches
Each Safety day includes a video module with workbook and a swim module. Children learn safety as well as basic swim skills. Splash is included in our monthly swim lessons as well as offered as a Summer Camp.
Looking for personal instruction and/or a flexible swim lesson schedule? OnDemand private and semi-private lessons will help! Swimmers learn the basics of swimming in a one-on-one setting or in a small group up to four participants. Lessons are tailored to the skills your child needs to improve his/her swimming. Each class is 30 minutes.
Sessions: Any time
Cost: All prices are per person.
Private
Members: $30 per lesson/$150 for 6 classes
Potential Members: $60 per lesson/$300 for 6 classes
Semi-Private (2-3 individuals)
Members: $20 per lesson/$100 for 6 classes
Potential Members: $40 per lesson/$200 for 6 classes
Family/Friends Lessons (4 or more)
Members: $15 per lesson/$75 for 6 classes
Potential Members: $30 per lesson/$150 for 6 classes
Ages: 13 and older
Progressive lessons are designed to take you from beginner to intermediate level swimming. Personal Safety, Stroke Development and Rescue Skills are included at all levels.
Click here for the October Swim Lessons Flyer
Cost:
4 Week Classes
Members: $40 2x a week/ $20 for members 1x a week
Potential Members: $80 2x a week/$40 1x a week
1 Week Classes
Members: $20
Potential Members: $40
Ages: 2 – 18 years
The Kernersville Family YMCA offers Home School Swim lessons at all levels (beginner, intermediate and advanced).
Sessions: Tuesdays 11 -11:45
Cost:
Members: $15
Potential Members: $30
Ages: 2-5 years
This class introduces children to their first experience swimming without a parent. It is a great way for kids to learn how to be independent and have fun in the pool. A trained swim instructor teaches this class using the YMCA core values. Children learn at their own pace moving through our four skill levels. Preschool swim levels are Pike, Eel, Ray, and Starfish. Classes are 30 minutes.
Cost:
4 Week Classes
Members: $40 2x a week/ $20 for members 1x a week
Potential Members: $80 2x a week/$40 1x a week
1 Week Classes
Members: $20
Potential Members: $40
Ages: 6-36 months
This program provides an early water experience for children from six months to three years. Children progress from water adjustment activities through basic water skills. Program instruction is directed toward helping parents work with their children. One adult must accompany each child. Classes are 30 minutes.
Cost:
4 Week Classes
Members: $40 2x a week/ $20 for members 1x a week
Potential Members: $80 2x a week/$40 1x a week
1 Week Classes
Members: $20
Potential Members: $40
Water Park Hours:From June 15-Aug 24: Mon-Fri: 11:00am – 8:00pm From Aug 25-Sept 5: Mon-Fri: 11:00am-1:30pm and 4:00pm – 8:00pm |
Cost: Daily Pass: Youth Resident: $4.50 Memorial Day - Labor Day Seasonal Passes: Youth Resident: $102.00 |
The Kernersville Family YMCA offers a variety of Water Aerobics Classes in order to meet the needs of many levels of fitness. Classes are free to members.
View our Water Fitness Schedule
Water Fitness Class Description
Adaptable H2O Fitness: Range of motion exercise for those that have had surgery, have fibromyalgia, bursitis and/or arthritis. Meets: M/W/F for 45 min
Aqua Fit I & II: Combines cardiovascular workout and major muscle toning in water. Varieties include kickboxing, water walking and whole body toning. Meets: M/W/Sat for 45 min
Deep H2O Fitness: Work out in the deep water using a water walking belt. This class is a great aerobic exercise. Meets: M/T/W/Th/F for 45 min
One on One: Designed for the participant who wants to exercise in the water and has had recent surgery, hip replacement or arthritis. Medical clearance, in written form, is required before you begin. This instruction is offered for an additional fee. Please contact Chris Brady (ext. 108) or Amelia Templeton (ext. 122) at 996- 2231 to get started.
Shallow H2O: Exercise in shallow water at a higher intensity. Meets: M/W/F for 45 min
Sr. Adv. H2O: Exercise in the shallow and/or deep water at a higher intensity/level than Sr. H2O fitness. Meets: M/W/F for 45 min
Sr. Shallow H2O: Exercise in shallow water at the intensity choice of the participant. Meets: M/W/F for 45 min
Water Walking: A low impact walking class, with gentle exercises for arms and legs, designed to increase mobility and flexibility in very stiff and weak muscles and joints. Meets: M/W/F for 45 min
Ages: open to all ages who meet the prerequisite
TYDE is a USA Swimming and YMCA swim team offering a full range of competitive programming for all ages. Originally started in 1973 as WSY, we have grown to become one of the largest and most respected swim teams in North Carolina and across the country. Whether you are looking for a gentle introduction to competitive swimming, a nationally ranked training program or anything in between, TYDE has what you’re looking for!
Learn more at swimtyde.org.