Preschool Swim (ages 3 - 5)

Children enrolled in Preschool Swim lessons will build confidence in the water as they become more comfortable being in the pool without a parent. 

Cost per Session: $70/members; $120/non-members

What to Expect
On the first day of lessons, participants will meet on the pool deck, check in with the on-deck supervisor and meet their swim instructor. Lessons vary from 30 to 45 minutes based on session length (number of weeks). Parents will receive an end-of-session report card on the last day of lessons.

Register Now Click "Register" at your preferred location, weekday or weekend lessons. If your day isn't available, choose another location on the registration site.

School Age (ages 6 - 12)

The School Age swim lesson program is for children ages six to 12 years and designed for children to learn beginner skills, and build on established skills with new challenges.

Beginner swimmers focus on: developing comfort going under water, self-rescue skills, body position/control, changing directions and forward movement.

Intermediate school age swimmers focus: on performing the skills listed above at longer distance, learn side breathing and integrated arm/leg action.

More advanced swimmers will learn and practice stroke techniques for front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly at progressively longer distances. Swimmers will also build their endurance and treading water.

Choose the Correct Difficulty

Some locations offer specific beginning, intermediate and advanced swim lessons. Consider answers to the questions below to determine the best type of session for your child(ren). 

• Beginner
  • Will the student go underwater voluntarily?
  • Can the student do a front and back float on their own?
• Intermediate
  • Can the student do the Beginner skills?
  • Can the student swim 10 to 15 yards on their front and back?
  • Can the student swim 15 yards of front and back crawl?
• Advanced
  • Can the student do the Beginner and Intermediate skills?
  • Can the student swim front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke across the pool?
  • Can the student swim front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke across the pool and back?

Cost per Session: $70/members; $120/non-members

What to Expect
For all swim lesson sessions, swimmers will be placed into classes based on like abilities. On the first day of lessons, participants will meet on the pool deck, check in with the on-deck supervisor and meet their swim instructor. Parents will receive an end-of-session report card on the last day of lessons.

Register Now Click "Register" at your preferred location, weekday or weekend lessons. If your day isn't available, choose another location on the registration site.

School Age (ages 6 -12) Swim Lessons

Teen/Adult (ages 13+)

Swim lessons for teens and adults begin at age 13, and the lessons will be tailored based on the individual’s ability at the time of the first lesson. Participants may have little to no swimming skills, a fear of water or may be looking to improve their stroke technique. Swim lessons are progressive and build on skills learned throughout the session.

Cost per Session: $70/members; $120/non-members

What to Expect
For all swim lesson sessions, swimmers will be placed into classes based on like abilities. On the first day of lessons, participants will meet on the pool deck, check in with the on-deck supervisor and meet their swim instructor. Participants will receive an end-of-session report card on the last day of lessons.

Registering Now Click "Register" at your preferred location, weekday or weekend lessons. If your day isn't available, choose another location on the registration site.

Teen/Adult (ages 13+) Swim Lessons

Private & Semi Private Swim Lessons

Private lessons are available for swimmers ages three and up who want one-on-one learning with a certified swim lesson instructor. Lessons will be tailored to each participants abilities and goals. Packages vary by location and are typically offered as 1 lesson, 3 lessons or more.

Semi-Private lessons are available for participants ages three and above, and take place in groups of two to three people who want to take private lessons together. These small group lessons are perfect for families, siblings and/or friends. Each participant is required to purchase a package of lessons.
 

Register for Private Swim Lessons

Select locations offer online registration! Click the YMCA name in the list below and register!

1. Bob Sierra (Carrollwood)
2. Campo (Valrico)
3. Central City (Tampa Heights)
4. East Pasco (Zephyrhills)
5. New Tampa
6. North Brandon (Seffner)
7. Plant City
8. South Tampa

After registering for private or semi-private online, the Aquatics Director or a staff member will be in touch to discuss availability, schedule preferences and connect the participants with an instructor.

Some locations offer phone and in-person registration only. Please complete the request form to contact the Aquatics Director at your Y!