Pittsfield YMCA Offers Swimming Lessons
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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Pittsfield Family YMCA will hold open registrations for its summer youth swim lessons for boys and girls 6 months to 12 years old. Sessions run for four weeks with half-hour lessons weekly and classes meet July 6-27.
Swim categories are based on age and ability:
- Parent/Child Level (children 6 months to 3 years old) allows a child to grow comfortable in the water with a parent. Classes meet at 8:30 a.m.
- Pike Level (children 3-5 years old) is for beginner swimmers who need a floatation device. A swim bubble is required. Classes meet at 9 a.m.
- Eel Level (children 3-5 years old) is for children who are comfortable in the water and need little to no assistance with floatation. Classes meet at 9:30 a.m.
- Polliwog Level (children ages 6-12 years old) is for beginner swimmers who need a floatation device. A swim bubble is required. Classes meet at 10 a.m.
- Guppy Level (children ages 6-12 years old) is for children who are comfortable in the water, need little to no assistance with floatation. To participate in this level, children need to be able to demonstrate alternating arm action. Classes meet at 10:30 a.m.
- Minnow Level (children 6-12 years old) is for children who can swim a half lap confidently and are able to float without assistance. Children will learn stroke development and increasing endurance in this level. Classes meet at 11 a.m.
- Fish/Flying Fish Level (children 6-12 years old) is for children who want to learn how to refine performance with rhythmic breathing. Strokes, turns and diving levels will be taught. Children must already know hot to swim a full lap confidently. Classes meet at 11:30 a.m.
To register, visit www.pittsfieldfamilyymca.org.
For more information, call 413-499-7650, ext. 11 or email gkeator@pittsfieldfamilyymca.org.
