Aquatics Programs

Please note: The pool schedule, including all aquatics programs, is subject to change based on enrollment or usage.

PRESCHOOL SWIMMING LESSONS (Ages 3-6)                                                          

Please Note: We offer the parent & child S.K.I.P class for younger siblings of our preschool age swimmers during the Monday, Wednesday and Saturday morning classes and during our Wednesday & Thursday evening class. Please see Parent & Child schedule.

Schedule of Classes - Preschool (Ages 3-6):

All classes listed above are offered at the following times unless otherwise stated below.

Please Note: Pee Wee Gym for ages 3-5 is offered Monday & Wednesday mornings following swimming lessons.

YOUTH SWIMMING LESSONS (Ages 7-12)                                                                    

Through a progression of swimming levels, participants develop the skills they need to become safe, strong, and proficient swimmers. Flotation devices and other instructional equipment may be used throughout all classes to assist swimmers in becoming comfortable and confident, to help them maintain proper body position, and to build their endurance. Games and other activities are implemented to encourage swimmers to have fun while learning. Classes are 45 minutes long.

Schedule of Classes - Youth (Ages 7-12):Please see below for available class times.

Polliwog / Guppy / Minnow
Monday          4:30 – 5:15PM
Tuesday         5:00 – 5:45PM
Wednesday   4:45 – 5:30PM
Thursday       4:30 – 5:15PM
Friday            4:00 – 4:45PM
Saturday     10:00 – 10:45AM
Saturday     10:45 – 11:30AM
Sunday       10:15 – 11:00AM

Fish / Flying Fish / Shark
Monday        5:15 – 6:00PM
Friday           5:15 – 6:00PM
Saturday    11:30 – 12:15PM
Sunday      11:00 – 11:45PM

Porpoise
Monday & Friday     5:15 – 6:00PM

This program is only for children who receive home schooling. Children participate in a 45 minute swim lesson followed by 15 minutes of recreational swim.

This program has been removed from our schedule at this time. Any Homeschool groups interested in this program should please call the Aquatics Department for more information.

Home School Schedule:
Monday     3:00-4:00PM

Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced

Tuesday 9:45 – 10:30AM
Tuesday 6:45 – 7:30PM
Thursday 9:45 – 10:30AM
Thursday 6:45 – 7:30PM

Private swimming lessons may be scheduled with any of our swimming instructors. Private lessons can be scheduled during any Family Swim period or designated Private Lesson times in the pool. Please contact the Aquatics Department for more information. (845)344-9622 Ext.225

Tired of cleaning your house before and after the party? Let us help you.  The Y will provide a party coordinator who will decorate the room, greet guests, collect gifts and help distribute your refreshments.   All you need to do is bring your refreshments and birthday cake. Parties must be booked at least two weeks in advance and are subject to availability.  The party will consist of one hour in the pool with a certified lifeguard and one hour in the party room.  Parties are either on Saturdays from 2:00-4:00pm or Sundays from 1:00 - 3:00 pm.

Need a place to host a party but don't necessarily want a pool party? We can help.

For more information please contact Beth Goodman (845)798-4124.

Classes are FREE to YMCA members.

                                           NON-SWIMMERS WELCOME!

Monday / Wednesday / Friday      9:00 – 9:45AM
Monday / Wednesday / Friday      9:45 – 10:30AM

This heart pumping class is great for anyone. Angie combines cardio and muscle toning exercises in a high intensity workout. This is a great workout for the entire body. Each session ends with a few minutes of stretching.

Wednesday   6:00 - 7:00PM

Sunday          8:45 – 9:45AM

This class has participants moving purposefully in the water and demonstrates how and why water exercise improves life outside the water. The class incorporates a cardiovascular workout to burn calories, yoga stretches to tone and strengthen muscles, as well as Ai Chi exercises to improve balance and promote relaxation. Various types of equipment, such as noodles and weights, are utilized throughout the class. Participants leave “ENER-CHIZED”.

Monday / Wednesday / Friday     6:30 – 7:30PM (Summer ONLY!)

Monday / Friday     6:00 – 7:00PM (Fall, Winter & Spring)

Warning: this class will get your heart racing and every muscle in your body working. Come prepared to work those muscles you forgot you had. Amy keeps the class moving through a variety of cardiovascular and strength training exercises that keep your pulse elevated through the entire class.

Tuesday / Thursday     9:00 – 9:45AM

Tuesday / Thursday     3:00 – 4:00PM (Fall, Winter & Spring ONLY!)

Our Masters Team is a registered Metropolitan Masters practice group that meets three times a week year-round. The team is coached by a well-qualified swimming coach who develops workouts and intervals based on each swimmer’s ability and personal goals. Those who are interested in competing must register with Metropolitan Masters in order to attend swim meets. Practice schedules are subject to change.

Please Call for more information.

Please contact the Aquatics Department for available courses.
(845)344-9622 Ext. 225

Lifeguarding
Participants must be capable of swimming 500 yards continuously in a combination of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and sidestroke. The course is 40 hours and participants must attend all class sessions. The course includes:

YMCA Lifeguarding (2 year certification) OR American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certification (3 year certification). Both courses are accepted by the Department of Health.

American Red Cross CPR w/ AED for the Professional Rescuer Certification
(1 year certification)

American Red Cross First Aid (3 year certification)

Lifeguard Re-Certification
We offer recertification courses for both YMCA Lifeguarding and American Red Cross Lifeguard Training. Prior certifications must not have expired more than 30 days before the re-certification course in order to enroll. The course includes a swim test, a Lifeguarding skills test, a CPR and First Aid practical exam, and a multiple choice exam.

CPR w/AED for the Professional Rescuer / Ages 15 & Older
This is an 8 hour course and participants must attend all class sessions.

CPR w/AED for the Professional Rescuer & First Aid Re-Certification
This re-certification course includes practical and written exams on both CPR and First Aid.

Family swim is offered throughout the week and children under the age of 6 and all non-swimmers under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult in the water. An adult must be pool-side at all times for all children under the age of 12. Swimmers will be swim tested and must pass the test before being allowed in the deep end of the pool. Please pick up a pool schedule at our Front Desk or call the Aquatics Department for the Family Swim schedule.

Fall, Winter & Spring Schedule:

Wednesday         3:45 - 4:45PM

Tuesday              5:45 – 6:45PM
Thursday             5:45 – 6:45PM
Friday                  7:00 – 8:00PM
Saturday             3:00 – 4:30PM
Sunday                2:00 – 3:30PM

Our pool is open once a week just for our Seniors (age 62 & older). The pool will be set up for lap swim but Seniors are welcome to use the time however they wish (lap swim, water exercise, or just relax). Please pick up a pool schedule at our Front Desk or call the Aquatics Department for the Senior Swim schedule.

Current pool schedules are available at our front desk.

During lap swim, our pool is set up as a 4 lane 20 yard pool. Swimmers must be 18 & older unless they can swim at the Fish level or higher. Lap lanes can be split by 2 swimmers but if more than 3 swimmers are in any one lane those swimmers must circle-swim. The lifeguard on duty has full authority to create safe lap swimming lanes by organizing swimmers by speed when necessary. Please pick up a pool schedule at our Front Desk or call the Aquatics Department for the Lap Swim schedule.

Current pool schedules are available at our front desk.