Aquatics and Swim Lessons
| YMCAs have been teaching people to swim for more than a century. In YMCA aquatics programs, children learn to be safe around water and they feel the sense of accomplishment that comes with learning something new in a positive, caring environment. Kids can develop lifelong skills that can help them stay healthy. |
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Water FitnessYMCA Water Fitness is an ideal form of exercise for all ages and increases physical strength and endurance without putting stress and strain on joints.Learn More
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Swim LessonsLearning to swim at the YMCA is more than just stroke development. Children are taught in small groups with others of their own age and skill level to facilitate the students' socialization skills.Learn More
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SCUBAParticipants are taught positive/negative buoyancy and SCUBA techniques. All participants must be competent swimmers.Learn More
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Swim TeamThe SEO/WV YMCA League is a competitive swim league consisting of 22 teams and approximately 1,700 swimmers from Southeast Ohio and West Virginia.Learn More
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Educational CoursesThe YMCA offers a plethera of education courses such as American Red Cross training, CPR & AED, and First Aid.Learn More
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YMCA Water Fitness encourages people of all ages to use the buoyant qualities of water
to enhance their physical fitness through exercises. Water can make some movements possible
that would be very difficult on land. It's an ideal form of exercise for all ages and
increases physical strength and endurance without putting stress and strain on joints,
as in land-based exercise. Swimmers and nonswimmers alike can take part in this type
of exercise to reduce emotional stress and tension, improve health and physical appearance,
and encourage and improve feelings of well-being and self-esteem.
Another water fitness program is Active Older Adults Water Fitness. This functional fitness program is for active older adults who want to have a better life on land through exercise in the water. Instructors for this program learn about the aging process, exercise modifications, and functional fitness assessments. |
Water Fitness Programs Available
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YMCAs have been teaching people to swim for more than a century. In YMCA aquatics
programs, children learn to be safe around water and they feel the sense of accomplishment
that comes with learning something new. Youth progressive swimming is the YMCA's third
most widely offered program nationwide. It uses a problem-solving, guided-discovery
teaching approach in a positive, caring environment. Kids can develop lifelong skills
that can help them stay healthy.
Parent/Child Swim LessonsThis 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.AGES: 6 months - 3 years old Preschool Swim LessonsPreschool 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.AGES: 3 - 5 years old Resources: |
Youth Swim LessonsStudents build on stroke development, rescue, personal growth, personal safety, water sports & games. Child moves through progressive levels as they increase swimming distance, endurance and ability with each level.AGES: 6 - 12 years old Teen/Adult Swim LessonsTeen and adults learn basic swim and safety skills. Techniques for overcoming fear of water are also covered. Classes can range from beginner swimmers, all the way through those in competitive leagues, or those who just want refinement.AGES: 13 - Adult Swim Lessons for People with DisabilitiesParticipants will work with an instructor to learn how to enjoy the water, develop motor skills, and practice personal safety skills. One parent, or aid may be required to participate in the water.Find Swim Lessons |
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The history of national dive training in the United States began with the development
of the YMCA SCUBA Program.
As divers and instructors, we have dedicated ourselves to the quest for ever-better ways to teach others to enjoy the underwater world. Throughout the history of sport diving, the YMCA has maintained unsurpassed standards. Participants are taught positive/negative buoyancy and SCUBA techniques. All participants must be competent swimmers. A swimming proficiency test will be conducted the first night. Students must swim 200 yards (eight lengths of a swimming pool) prior to beginning the class. Upon completion of this course, participants will receive their official SCUBA certification. |
Discover SCUBA DivingDoes SCUBA Diving look fun to you, but you're not sure? Wondering if it's too intense, or weather you'd be comfortable under water? Would you like to experience it first, before deciding on a full SCUBA course? Try Discover SCUBA Diving.AGES: 12 - Adult SCUBA (Open Water Dive)Participants are taught positive and negative bouyancy and SCUBA techniques. Upon completion of this course participants will receive their official SCUBA certfication.Find SCUBA Programs |
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Stroke ClinicSwimmers who already know basic stroke techniques will receive instruction to advance their breathing, stroke and kicking level. Swimmers must be at the Minnow leve to participate.Stroke TechniqueParticipants refine their competitive swimming strokes and techniques and build endurance.ConditioningPrior to the competitive swim seasons, swim team participants work to better their overall fitness level through activities and swimming.Masters Swim TeamFor the fitness swimmer who’d like tro try the next level. We assist with technique and and endurance. Workouts are flexible and there are opportunities to compete in your age group.Find Swim Team Programs |
SEO/WV YMCA Swim Team LeagueA competitive swim league conisisting of 22 teams and approximately 1,700 swimmers from Southeast Ohio and West Virgina. The league has a Fall/Winter season and a Summer season, with sign-up dates varying by branch. Contact your branch Aquatics Program Director for details about registration, fees and specific season dates.seowvswim.org Swim Team Contact Information
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American Red Cross Lifeguard TrainingLearn the skills needed to become a certified lifeguard. First-Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and AED, and Oxygen Administration certifications are also included. Attendance is mandatory at all sessions in order to be certified.American Red Cross CPR & AEDThis American Red Cross CPR class includes adult, child & infant CPR as well as AED.American Red Cross Re-CertificationRe-Certification provides an opportunity for those with current certifications to re-certify or to extend the length of their certifications. Passing participants can receive a Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR for Professional Rescuer, Oxygen, and AED certification.A.R.C FIT & Water Safety InstructorThis course will train participants to teach courses in the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety program by developing their understanding of how to conduct training sessions and how to evaluate participants' progress. |
American Heart Association CPR & AEDAmerican Heart Association CPR class teaches students one person and two person CPR for adult, child, and infant. Students will also learn to use an AED and Bag Valve Mask. Available in Healthcare Provider and Heartsaver levels. Ask your local YMCA about Challenge opportunities.American Heart Association First AidGain knowledge and skills necessary to prevent or provide basic care for injuries and sudden illnesses.American Heart Association Teen CPRThis course will certify teens in American Heart Association CPR and AED. Manual is included.Find Educational Courses |
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