Aquatics
Swim Lessons
Ages: 6 months – Adult
The YMCA offers an extensive learn-to-swim program for all ages. Whether you are a non-swimmer or looking for advanced techniques, the YMCA has a program for you.
Aqua-tots
Ages: 6 months to 3 years old
Goals:
- Water orientation – being comfortable in the water
- Breathing- becoming comfortable with mild water submersion
- Body movement – introduction to water propulation
Misc:
- Guardian must accompany child in the water.
- Children must wear a bathing suit AND a swim diaper
Preschool
Ages: 3-5 years old
Goals:
Progression through the 4 levels – Pike Eel, Ray, Starfish
- Water orientation – being comfortable in the water
- Breathing- learning water submersion
- Body movement – learning water population, stroke introduction, gliding
- Water entry- jumping and beginner diving
Miscellaneous:
- Guardian NO longer accompanies child in the water
- Appropriate Swim Attire
- 1:4 Instructor/Participant Ratio
Youth
Ages: 6-12 years old
Goals:
Progression through the 6 levels – Polliwog, Guppy, Minnow, Fish, Fly-fish and Shark
- Water safety– introduction to rules
- Breathing- learning water submersion and rotational breathing
- Body movement – introduction to each of the 4 major strokes and survival strokes
- Water entry-race diving techniques with appropriate underwater progression
Miscellaneous:
- Classes taken in succession are most effective.
- 1:6 Instructor/Participant Ratio
Adult
Ages: 13 and older
Goals:
- Through group drills and individual attention, we instruct new and apprehensive swimmers.
- Breathing- learning water submersion and rotational breathing
- Body movement – introduction to each of the 4 major strokes and survival strokes
- Water entry- diving techniques with appropriate under water progression
Miscellaneous:
- Great class for those who are afraid of the water or never had an opportunity to learn how to swim.
- Classes taken in succession are most effective.
- 1:6 Instructor/Participant Ratio
Swim Team
Sumter Sonics Swim Team
Ages: 5 -21
Swim Team Information and Practice Schedule
Swim Team Handbook, Updated 11/6
Are you looking for a sport that will challenge your children and build their confidence? Swim team is a great way to do both of these things. Join the fun of competitive swimming as we travel to compete with teams from SC, NC and even Florida.
Benefits:
- Healthy environment
- Setting and achieving personal goals
- Stroke development
- Travel and competition
- Build self-confidence
- Build team spirit
- Physical strengthening
- Have fun
Cost:
$25 annual registration fee
Members: $45.00/Month
Potential Members: $70.00/Month
Thinking about signing up?
Swim tests are offered Monday – Thursday. Please call for an appointment.
803-773-1404, Ext. 29
E-mail: Melissa McIntosh
P.O.O.L.
Pool Operator on Location
This one-day course provides maintenance personnel and aquatic professionals with basic knowledge of water chemistry, filtration, environmental control, risk reduction, cost effectiveness, and safe pool operation.
You will receive instruction in the following areas:
- Swimming pool calculations
- SC Pool and Spa Rules and Regulations
- Basic swimming pool water chemistry and water testing
- Basic water treatment-filtration and equipment
- Risk management for aquatic facilities
Dates: April 19, May 17, June 14 , July 19 , Aug 16 , Oct 18 , Nov 15 , Dec 13
Times: 9:15 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $95
Instructor: Peggy Kubala
We also offer private lessons at a cost of $150.
To schedule your test with LLR call 803-896-4430
Contact: Melissa McIntosh at 803-773-1404 or mmcintosh@ymcasumter.org
Water Aerobics
We offer many different varieties of water aerobics. If you want to have a water workout experience while getting to know many of our members in your class, water aerobics is perfect for you! Click on the link below for this month’s water aerobics schedule.
See Water Aerobics on our Group Exercise Schedule
Family Swim
Ages: All
Enjoy scheduled times to bring your family to swim and/or have fun together.
Fitness Swim
Ages: All
We offer scheduled times to members that want to exercise on their own, which can just be water walking or, for example, exercises with barbells.
Arthritis Aquatic Program (AFYAP)
Ages: Anyone with Arthritis
A warm water recreation and exercise program brought to you through the cooperative efforts of the YMCA and Arthritis Foundation. This program provides and opportunity for people with arthritis to participate in recreational group activity with aggravating their condition.
See Water Aerobics on our Group Exercise Schedule
Senior Citizen Water Workout
Ages: Senior Adults and Special Needs
We have set aside time in our pool for senior citizens, individuals with special needs, and any other person in need of a slower-paced water fitness class. It’s relaxing, refreshing and fun! Equipment used: barbells, noodles and gloves.
See Water Aerobics on our Group Exercise Schedule
Liquid Aerobics
Ages: All
A fitness class performed in waist-to-neck water designed for individuals of all ages and fitness levels. Great for those unable to take the stress of regular land aerobics and are looking for low impact, high benefit program. Noodle Mania, Anchored-down, Aqua and Aqua Stretch are included in this class. Equipment used: barbells, noodles, kickboards and gloves.