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Water Fitness Classes | Pool Schedule Swim Lessons | Private Swim Lessons |
Swim Lessons Parent/Child Lessons The Parent-Child Program focuses on water adjustment, water safety, and beginning swimming movement for infants and toddlers ages 6 months to 3 years and their parents. At the Marin YMCA. Shrimp (6–18 mos.) and Perch (18 mos.–3 years) T/Th (6–36 months) 10:00–10:30 a.m. Saturday (6–18 months) 10:00–10:30 a.m. Saturday (18–36 months) 10:40–11:10 a.m.
Preschool Lessons The PreSchool Program focuses on water adjustment, beginning swimming skills, and water safety for children ages 3–5 years old. There is one instructor to every five Pikes; five Eels; five Rays; and six Starfish. Click here for the Swim Lesson schedule. Youth Swim Lessons The Youth Swim Program develops the total person by focusing on personal safety, water sports & games, personal growth, rescue and stroke development. There is one instructor to every: five Polliwogs; six Guppies; seven Minnows; and eight Fish or Flying Fish. Click here for the Swim Lesson schedule. Private Lessons Private lessons are scheduled around your convenience. Lessons are offered every day of the week and can be rescheduled when necessary. Individualized attention will help improve stroke and speed efficiency. Lessons are available for adults and children over the age of 3 at any skill level. Click here for a Private Swim Lesson request form. Adult Programs First Step A beginning swim class for adults that focuses on basic swim skills such as breath control, floating and kicking. Our instructors will make taking the first step in learning to swim fun and rewarding. Session dates on next page. Marin YMCA pool Saturday, 12:00–12:40am Facility Member: $48 Program Member: $58 Novato High Pool Monday–Thursday, 12:00–12:40am Facility Member: $95 Program Member: $115 Stroke Enhancement A more advanced class for adults that emphasizes developing endurance and form. This class focuses on improving freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly. Flip turns and open turns will also be covered. This is a great class for anyone wanting to improve their stroke or endurance. Marin YMCA pool Monday/Wednesday, 6:00–6:40pm Facility Member: $95 Program Member: $115 Novato High Pool Monday–Thursday, 10:00–10:40am Facility Member: $95 Program Member: $115
YMCA Swim Team Marin YMCA Sea Horses (Pre Swim Team) This class is a stepping stone between swim lessons and swim team for youth ages 5–14. This is a non-competitive class that meets twice per week, giving students the basic skills needed for the Sea Dragons or Dolphins swim teams. Swimmers work on building endurance and refining stroke technique. Participants must be able to swim the length of the pool. 10 week sessions. Contact Tony Walls at 415-446-2130 for more information.
Marin YMCA Sea Dragons (Swim Team) A non-competitive swim team that gives young swimmers at all levels the experience of being on a swim team. Emphasis on increasing endurance, technique, and speed while having fun and building relationships with teammates. Upon the conclusion of the session, a swim meet will be held for all swimmers to display their stroke and speed development. Participants must be able to swim 100 yards freestyle, 50 yards backstroke and have knowledge of breaststroke. 10 week sessions. Practice Times: Experienced (8 and under), 4:00–4:45pm Experienced (9 and older), 4:45–5:45pm May 26–July 31 • Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Facility Member: $195 Program Member: $245
Specialty Classes Wetball (Junior Water Polo) The objectives of the YMCA wetball program are to introduce the basic skills of water polo, teach correct positioning, and prepare the participant for competitive play. This is taught through basic drills, such as throwing, catching, dribbling, and shooting, as well as game-type activities and lots of encouragement. Adaptations are made based on the age and skill levels of the participants. For ages 7–14 who are comfortable in the water. Monday/Wednesday, 5:00–5:55pm Session Dates: June 1–27, June 29–July 25 (pro-rated Sat.), July 27–August 22, September 8–October 3rd Facility Member: $105 Program Member: $125
Summer Synchronized Swimming at Novato High School Pool This program is for boys and girls ages 8–17. Learn the basic skills involved in the sport of synchronized swimming. Beginners are welcome. Participants must be able to swim 25 yards in deep water. Session Dates: June 22–July 30 Ages 12–17 • Tuesday/Thursday, 5:00–6:15pm Facility Members: $135 Program Members: $175 Novato Residents: $185
Jr. Lifeguard Training Spend a week at the pool and get involved in this program that teaches participants the first steps in becoming a lifeguard. Participants will learn basic rescue skills, how to recognize a person in distress, and water entries for rescues. CPR and First Aid certification are included. Participants must be able to swim 100 yards of any stroke and tread water for two minutes. Monday–Friday, 9:00am–1:00pm, Ages 11–15 Session Dates: June 15–19, June 29–July 3, July 13–17 Facility Member: $120 Program Member: $150
YMCA Lifeguard Certification Upon successful completion of this nationally recognized 40-hour course, participants will have the knowledge and skills necessary to efficiently guard the lives of swimmers in varying aquatic environments. Prerequisites for the course include: completing a 500 yard swim, a 15 foot underwater swim, and treading water for two minutes. CPR/AED and First Aid certifications are contained in this course, both of which are required by the YMCA for employment. Participants are required to purchase and bring YMCA on the Guard II, which can be ordered by calling 800-747-0089 (please allow at least one week for shipping). Contact Tony Walls at 415-446-2130 for more information, including a complete list of prerequisites. Ages 16+. June 8-12 at the Marin YMCA • June 15-19 at the Novato High Pool • June 22-26 at the Novato High Pool Facility Member: $175 Program Member: $210
Friday Family Fun Nights The last Friday of every month is Family Fun Night from 6:30–8:00 p.m.! Bring the whole family to the Marin YMCA pool for organized games, interact with our staff, and socialize with other swimmers. Our staff will lead your family in fun games and activities that are sure be a SPLASH for the whole family! Facility Members: Free Program Members: $10/Family Community Members: $25/Family Water Exercise Classes Click here for Water Exercise Class schedule Arthritis Plus Aqua Aerobics Keep Fit Water Strengthening
Aquatic Volunteers Volunteering is a fun and rewarding way to spend your time in the pool. No
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