As the needs of our community change over time, we regularly solicit feedback from our staff and program participants. Over the past year, the feedback from both groups has been clear and has informed our decision to separate swim lessons by swim level and age range. This change will allow our staff to meet the needs of each participant, enabling participants to make clear and steady progress. Learn more about this upcoming change. 

Swimming lessons are open to current YMCA of Greater Brandywine members and guests and you do not need to have an active membership to participate. 

YMCA members do benefit from program discounts and priority enrollment periods in addition to numerous other benefits. To learn more about membership options, inquire at your local YMCA or visit our membership section. 

Please consult our registration calendar for a complete list of registration dates.  

YMCA swimming lessons are designed to help you learn more in a safe and inviting environment. 

If you’re just starting out and want to discover how to learn swimming we have lessons just for you. If you’re more experienced we offer a complete range of progressive swim lessons to advance your skills.  

From teaching kids swimming to adult swimming lessons — learn to swim at the YMCA no matter what level your aquatic skills are at. 
 
Parent/Child Swimming Lessons are for parents and their infants or toddlers. Here you’ll learn to be comfortable in the water and develop essential swimming skills through fun and confidence-building experiences.

Preschool Swimming Lessons are for swimmers who want to learn more about personal water safety. Students will learn about water acclimations, movement and stamina. The outcome will be the achievement of basic swimming competency.

Youth Swimming Lessons are for those that have mastered the fundamentals. If this is you, you’ll learn additional water safety skills and build your stroke technique.

If you’re ready to start taking swimming lessons now, then register for swimming lessons online. 

Summer camp registration is just around the corner — registration opens in early January! 

There’s a summer camp for every kid at the Y, and swimming summer camps are awesome for your little aquatic enthusiasts! If your child loves the water, then our swimming summer camps are perfect. 

Each day children get introduced to new water sports and games. Not only will they enjoy the fun of the pool, they’ll also take part in traditional camp activities — team building, character development, and arts & crafts.

Read more about the YMCA swimming summer camps. If you’d like to keep up to date, then sign up for summer camp information.

If you’re interested in learning how to swim, or in advancing your skills YMCA swim lessons will have something for all ages and stages. Our progressive swim lessons teach swimming skills, stroke technique and water safety while encouraging a lifelong love of the water. 

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine has six convenient locations offering a wide selection of swimming lessons all year.

YMCA swimming classes include:

Parent/Child Swim Lessons >
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Adult Swim Lessons >
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We’ve assembled a list of the most commonly asked questions about swimming at the Y. Learn about swim classes for babies near me, children's swimming lessons, which swimming lesson is right for you and more. 

If you’re ready to start taking swimming lessons now, then Register for swim lessons today. If you’re not sure where to start, then visit our FAQs about swimming.