Aquatics
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Visit our schedules page to find the current swim lesson schedule.
The Salem Family YMCA has been the leader in aquatics programs and education in the Salem community for nearly a century. Our pools are staffed by friendly, certified lifeguards and experienced instructors teach lessons using the YMCA of the USA’s Swim Lesson Guidelines – THE standard in the industry. In addition, our pools are home to a wide variety of aqua fitness classes, leisure and open swim times, plus lap swimming and family swim times
YMCA aquatics programs are held in two pools located in the basement of the building. The Large Pool is 20 yards long with four lanes and a depth range of four to nine feet. The pool is heated to 82-84 degrees. The Small Pool is 15 yards long by 40 feet wide, and is three to four feet deep. The small pool, also known as the warm pool, is heated to 90-93 degrees.
Swim Lessons:
Youth Swim Lessons are offered in five week (two lessons per week) or 10 week (one lesson per week) sessions. Please visit our schedules page to find the curren swim lesson schedule.
Parent/Child Lessons
Parent/Child is the YMCA of the USA program for young children ages 6 months to
three years and their parents. Instructors are caring and enthusiastic, placing
emphasis on safety, water adjustments, movement, exploration, songs games and fun! An
adult accompanies each child into the pool.
$25 member/$45 non-member
Preschool (PERS) Lessons
Pike, Eel, Ray, Starfish (PERS) is the YMCA of the USA’s program for three to
five year olds. Children advance through the four levels and can then move up to
Progressive Lessons. The teacher/student ratio is 1:5 or better.
$38 member/$51 non-member
Progressive Lessons
This program is for 6 to 14 year olds of all swimming abilities. Children progress
through six levels: Polliwog, Guppy, Minnow, Fish, Flying Fish & Shark. The teacher
to student ratio is 1:8 or better.
$38 member/$51 non-member
YMCA Sharks Youth Swim Team
Provides kids with instruction on stroke refinement, provides exercise and teaches
kids about teamwork. The Sharks swim team also provides kids with the chance to make
friends and build self-esteem. For boys and girls ages six and up. Tryouts are not
required, but pre-requisites apply. YMCA membership is required to participate.
Visit http://www.salemsharks.org
for more information.
Novice: $40 member/$60 non-member
Intermediate-Advanced: $45 member/$65 non-member
Wet-n-Wild
A class for special populations designed to accommodate individual needs with an emphasis on health, fitness, self-esteem and having FUN!
Private Lessons
Get one-on-one instruction with one of our experienced instructors.
Offered in 30 minute sessions.
$16 member/$20 non-member
Semi-Private Lessons
Instruction for two students of similar ability in a 30 minute session.
$24 member/$30 non-member
Adult Swimming Lessons
We offer individualized intruction based on your needs and goals. Gain confidence in the water while learning proper swimming technique and water safety skills. Beginning and intermediate levels offered.
$25 member/$75 non-member
Adaptive Aquatics
Swimming and water safety instruction for educational, exercise and leisure purposes for youth with disabilities. Swimming is an excellent way to improve motor fitness, physical fitness, social skills and self confidence. Two levels of lessons are available; one youth with one adult (caregiver or parent in the water), or small group lessons.
Please call (503) 399-2792 for more information.
