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Private & Semi-Private Swim Lessons
Private lessons are available for swimmers ages 18-months and up who want one-on-one learning
with a certified swim lesson instructor. Lessons will be tailored to each participant’s abilities
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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.
After registering for private or semi-private swim lessons online, the Aquatics Director or a staff member will
be in touch to discuss availability, schedule preferences and connect the participant(s) with an instructor.
Y Swim League
The Y Swim League is a beginner swim team program that builds upon the skills
participants learn in swim lessons. Y Swim League team members learn the
basic techniques of all four strokes. In addition to developing proper form and
technique, swim teams will work on endurance and conditioning during Y Swim
League seasons. Y Swim League participants must be members of the YMCA.
Commitment: practice 2-3 days/week, plus monthly Y swim meets
Required Skills to joining the team (tested during swim team tryouts):
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Swim one length of the pool
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25 yards of freestyle stroke with (side) rotary breathing
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25 yards of backstroke
Skills to perfect and learn:
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Refine freestyle stroke and backstroke
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Learn breaststroke and butterfly stroke
Water time: 50 minutes (3x/week); days and times vary by location
Swim team members receive a team swim cap and T-shirt.
AGES: 5-17 (kindergarten-high school)
COST/MONTH: $70, plus $20 registration fee
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Private Swim Lessons for Children with Special Needs
Our program offers:
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Five, 30-minute lessons at no cost
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For children ages 3 to 14 with special needs
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Facilitated by nationally certified swim instructors
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Individually tailored to encourage safety around water
Visit tampaymca.org/private-adaptive-swim to request lessons.
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