|
The William G. White Family YMCA offers swim lessons, water fitness classes, the TYDE swim team, and an indoor pool. View our Youth Swim Guidelines Swim Contacts: Marie Helms – Aquatics Director Jeremy Wyatt - Aquatics Coordinator Mike Brady – Director of Competitive Swimming
|
Pool HoursMon-Thurs: 5:00am – 9:30pm The best times to swim are before 3:45 p.m. or after 5:45 p.m. Monday through Friday. The busiest timeslot in the pool is Monday through Friday, 3:45-5:45 p.m. because only 1 lap lane is available. Space is limited in the shallow area due to programs in progress Monday through Thursday.
|
William G. White, Jr. Family YMCA
Swim
Swim Lessons Winter 2012
Weekday Winter Lesson Dates: Jan. 9 – Feb. 2 & Feb. 6 – March 1
Saturday Winter Lesson Dates: Jan. 7 – Feb. 25
Classes Offered
Parent-Child (6-23 months):
| Monday & Wednesday | 9:00 am & 5:40 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am |
Perch + Pikes (2-3 years):
| Monday & Wednesday | 9:00 am & 5:40 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am |
Preschool (3-5 years)
| Monday & Wednesday | All Levels | 9:30 am, 4:10 pm, 6:15 pm |
| Tuesday & Thursday | All Levels | 4:10 pm, 5:00 pm, 5:45 pm |
| Saturday | Beginner | 10:15 am |
| Saturday | Intermediate | 11:00am |
Youth (6-15 years)
| Monday & Wednesday | All Levels | 4:50 pm, 5:50 pm |
| Tuesday & Thursday | All Levels | 5:00 pm, 6:00 pm |
| Saturday | Beginner | 10:00 am |
| Saturday | Intermediate | 11:00 am |
Adult (13 and older)
| Monday & Wednesday | Beginner/Intermediate | 5:30 pm |
| Tuesday & Thursday | Beginner/Intermediate | 6:30 pm |
| Saturday | Beginner/Intermediate | 9:00 am |
Registration and Pricing
Open Registration
Weekday & Saturday Session 1: December 1 – January 4
Weekday Session 2: January 1 – Feb. 1
Class Fees for 8 Lessons:
Y Members: $40.00/Potential Members: $86.00
Prices will be prorated for the Monday/Wednesday classes in Session 1, reflecting a 7 class schedule (due to the Holiday).
Please note Saturday Sessions have moved to an 8 week cycle, with one class per Saturday.
Private and Semi-Private Lesson Packages also available.
Please see Registration Form for Pricing and Details.
Swim Lessons – Class Descriptions
Parent/Child lessons (ages 6-23 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.
Perch + Pike lessons (ages 2-3 years)
This 30 minute class is for children who aren’t ready to be away from an adult for lessons. This transitional class introduces skills to the child and adult together. Children learn to gradually participate on their own.
Preschool lessons (ages 3-5 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.
Youth lessons (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.
Adult lesson (ages 13-up)
This class is for any adult from beginner through advanced. A trained swim instructor works with you moving at your own pace, learning basic stroke development, and water safety. Classes are 45 minutes.
On-Demand Private and Semi Private Lessons
Adults and children can register for individual lessons or take lessons with a friend! On-Demand private and semi-private lessons are 30 minutes. We have several instructors and time slots available. Please contact Desiree’ Knight at 336-721-2100 ext 6270 to schedule. Single and Package rates are available-please see separate registration sheet for pricing.
TYDE Swim Team
You can also find information on developmental and competitive swimming options by visiting our YMCA Swim Team, TYDE, online at www.swimtyde.org.
Parent/Child Lessons
Ages: 6 months – 3 years
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.
Season: June – August 2011
Mon/Wed: 5:40pm
Sat: 9:30 am
Month Long Classes
June Session: June 6-July 2
July Session: July 5*- July 30 (*Tues to Fri for week of July 4)
August Session: August 1-27
Cost:
Weekday (2-day-a-week and 4-day-a-week) Summer Classes:
Members: $40 per month
Potential members: $86 per month
Saturday Classes (1 class per week):
Members: $20 per month
Potential Members: $43 per month
Lifeguard Certification Classes
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:
- Current CPR
- Current First Aid/AED
- Current Oxygen Administration
- Complete medical clearance (recommended)
- Minimum age 16. If under the age of 18, participant must have parental consent to take this course.
- Pass the following swimming test:
- Perform a long, shallow front dive, then swim 500 yards, including 100 yards each of: sidestroke, front crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke kick with one arm forward, and inverted breaststroke kick with arms on the stomach.
- Tread water for at least two minutes with legs only
- Surface dive headfirst and feet first in 8 to 10 feet of water and swim underwater for 15 feet
Must be able to accomplish these tasks:
- Remain alert, with no lapses in consciousness
- Sit for extended periods, including in an elevated chair
- Move to various locations, including in and around an elevated chair
- Communicate verbally, including projecting the voice across distances
- Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment
- Observe all areas of the aquatic environment
- Perform all needed rescues and survival skills
- Think in the abstract, solve problems, make decisions, instruct, evaluate, supervise, and remember
- Will possess the skills to operate alone as a lifeguard, with or without other lifeguard support.
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 |
OnDemand Private and Semi-Private Swim Lessons
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 and sessions are 3, 6 or 9 lessons.
Sessions: Any time
Registration: Download our registration and information form
Cost:
Private
Members: $80/3 classes; $140/6 classes; $210/9 classes
Potential Members: $150/3 classes; $280/6 classes; $390/9 classes
Semi-Private (cost is per group of participants)
Members: $120/3 classes; $225/6 classes; $320/9 classes
Potential Members: $200/3 classes; $360/6 classes; $450/9 classes
Have questions? Please contact the Swim Lesson Coordinator, Desiree’ Knight at 336-721-2100 ext. 6270.
Aquatic Rehabilitation/Personal Training
Aquatic Rehab/Personal Training is available. Our certified Aquatic Rehab Specialist will work with you one-on-one with you to create a therapy that is designed to fit individual fitness and health goals. Please contact Jeremy Wyatt at 721-2100 ext. 6270 to schedule or for details.
Water Fitness
The William G. White, Jr. 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 for more details.
Contact (336) 721-2100 ext 6270 or j.wyatt@ymcanwnc.org for questions or details.
TYDE Swim Team
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.