Children Learn To Swim

Learn to swim at the 14th 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!

Children learn the complex physical skills of swimming at different rates. Our program emphasizes effort as swimmers can spend a lifetime perfecting swim skills.  Based upon age and ability, children will work to acquire the following Red Cross Swim Skills: water safety, breath and buoyancy control, front & back float, streamlining and basic stroke mechanics for all 4 competitive strokes.


Baby and Toddler Learn to Swim

For Babies and Toddlers Ages 6 – 35 Months and Caregivers
Do you have a little splasher on your hands? Bring them to the 14Y Pool! Classes 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.

One parent or caregiver must accompany the child in the water. All babies must wear swim diapers.

BABY BELUGAS

AGES 6 – 16 MONTHS


A swim class designed to help your baby become accustomed to the pool environment while having loads of fun. Class includes water activities, games, songs, toys, and flotation devices.

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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.

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BIG FISH

AGES 25 – 35 MONTHS


This class is designed to help transition your child from Big Fish (with parent/caregiver) to the Tadpoles (the first drop-off class for kids 3 to 4). Independent swim skills are introduced as your child continues to progress.

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Youth Learn To Swim Classes

Presented by the American Red Cross
Drop-Off Swim Classes for Ages 3 – 12

Add a splash to your child’s life with the 14 Street Y’s American Red Cross Learn to Swim Program. Certified Water Safety Instructors teach all classes. Our Learn to Swim Program teaches 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 in the semester.

Children grouped according to their ability. Our low student/teacher ratio ensures that your child receives optimal focus and attention throughout the course.

TADPOLES

3 – 4 YEARS (FIRST DROP-OFF CLASS)

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SEA HORSES

5 YEARS

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OTTERS

6 – 7 YEARS

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DOLPHINS

8 – 9 YEARS

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SHARKS

10 – 12 YEARS

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AQUA JETS SWIM TEAM

AGES 6 – 17 YEARS

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