Aquatics for Kids

Ages 6 months - 17 years

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Learn to swim at the 14^th Street Y!  Whatever your level or age, we’ve got a program that’s perfect for you, at a great value.  All of our friendly instructors are WSI certified and ready to get you in the water! 

Private and Semi-Private Swim Lessons:

 Contact Cheuk Wai Ngou at ext 4316 or CheukWai_Ngou@14streety.org for information about private lessons.



AQUATICS FOR KIDS

For Babies and Toddlers
Got a little splasher on your hands? Bring them to the 14th Street Y pool! Our classes are designed to help your little one become comfortable in and around water so when the time comes, they are ready to learn how to swim. For more information about aquatics programs, please contact Miguel_Pagan@14StreetY.org


Baby Belugas Ages 6 – 16 months
A swim class designed to acclimate your baby to the pool environment while having loads of fun. Class includes water activities, games, songs, toys, and flotation devices. One parent or caregiver must accompany the child in the water. All babies must wear swim diapers.

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Little Dippers Ages 17 – 24 months
Your child will make a basic adjustment to the pool environment with water activities, games, songs, and fun flotation devices. Appropriate swim skills are taught as your child progresses. One parent or caregiver must accompany the child in the water. All children must wear swim diapers.

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Big Fish Ages 25 – 35 months
This fun class is for older toddlers and designed to help transition your child from Little Dippers (with parent/caregiver) to Tadpoles (the first drop off class without a parent or caregiver). 

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 AQUATICS LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM: AGES 3- 17

Add a splash to your child's life with the 14th Street Y's American Red Cross Learn To Swim Program. All classes are taught by certified Water Safety Instructors. Our Learn To Swim Program consists of six levels that teach children of all ages and ability to swim skillfully and safely. Our progressive system will give your child the opportunity to complete as many levels as they can within a semester. Children should sign up for the designated class for their age, and then are grouped according to their ability on the first day. Our low student/teacher ratio ensures that your child receives optimal focus and attention throughout the course.

Tadpoles Ages 3 - 4 years                click here to see class times

Sea Horses Ages 4 - 5 years           click here to see class times

Otters  Ages 6 - 8 years                     click here to see class times

Dolphins Ages 8 - 9 years                 click here to see class times

Sharks Ages 10 - 12 years                click here to see class times

Aqua Jet Swim Team Ages 6 - 17 years old
A recreational swim team for children and teens! Improve their swim skills and have lots of fun during coached practices and intramural competitions. Swimmers must be at the intermediate level or above, including: front crawl, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly.

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NEW! Special Needs Swim Ages 5 - 10 years old
This swim class is designed for children with special needs. The program aims to meet the safety and swim development of your child. Our small class sizes will ensure your child receives optimal focus and attention throughout the course. Swim classes are taught by experienced Certified Water safety instructors.

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