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Group Swim Lessons at Reading YMCA
Teaching Water Safety, One Confident Kick at a Time
Drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 4, and second for kids ages 5 to 14. But there’s good news: swim lessons and water safety education drastically reduce that risk.
At the YMCA, our swim lesson program is more than just learning to float. It’s about building lifelong skills, boosting confidence, and creating a safe, fun relationship with the water. We offer lessons for ages 1 and up, so whether your child is just dipping their toes in or mastering their strokes, we have the right level for them.
Swim Lesson Details
- Class Days: Based on the class you choose
- Each Session Includes: Six 30-minute lessons
- Location: Reading YMCA Swimming Pool, 631 Washington St., Reading, PA 19601
- Cost: $100 for YMCA Members | $150 for Non-Members
Lesson days & times vary based on level placement. Not sure which level is right? No problem! Click here to view swim level descriptions.
Why Choose the Y for Swim Lessons?
- Certified, experienced swim instructors
- Low student-to-teacher ratios
- Focus on safety, confidence, and fun
- Welcoming, supportive environment for all skill levels
Pick a level. Claim a spot. Make a splash!
*AquaBabies / AquaTots
AquaBabies/AquaTots: Water Discovery & Exploration
Ages 6mo –3yrs | Adult & Child Class
Drowning remains one of the top causes of accidental death in young children, but introducing your child to the water early can make all the difference.
Our AquaBabies / AquaTots swim classes are designed for little ones ages 6mo-3yrs and their trusted grown-up. With a strong focus on safety, comfort, and early skill development, this class gently introduces babies and toddlers to the water through guided play and exploration.
Together, you and your child will splash, float, and giggle your way through essential water safety skills, all while strengthening the bond between you. It’s more than just a swim lesson, it’s quality time that builds confidence and sets the foundation for lifelong comfort in the water.
Note: This is a parent/child class; an adult must accompany each child in the water.
**All non-potty-trained children must wear a swim diaper.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| 1/1/26 | 9/1/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 100.00 | $ 150.00 |
Available Sessions
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06/17/26 - 08/12/26
Wednesdays @ 930am
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Register Closes 06/17/2026 |
*Learn to Swim (Level 1-4)
Learn to Swim: Levels 1-4
Location: ALL swim lessons are held at Reading YMCA (631 Washington St)
Give your child the gift of lifelong water confidence with the YMCA’s most popular beginner swim lessons in Reading, PA.
1. Water Acclimation: Increases comfort with underwater exploration and introduces basic self-rescue skills performed with assistance
- Submerge bob independently
- Front glide assisted, to wall, 5 ft.
- Water exit independently
- Jump, push, turn, grab assisted
- Back float assisted, 10 secs., recover independently
- Roll assisted
- Front float assisted, 10 secs., recover independently
- Back glide assisted, at wall, 5 ft.
- Swim, float, swim assisted, 10 ft.
- Submerge look at object on bottom
- Front glide 10 ft. (5 ft. preschool)
- Water exit independently
- Jump, push, turn, grab
- Back float 20 secs. (10 secs. preschool)
- Roll Front float 20 secs. (10 secs. preschool)
- Back glide 10 ft. (5 ft. preschool)
- Tread water 10 secs., near wall, & exit
- Swim, float, swim 5 yd.
- Submerge retrieve object in chest-deep water
- Swim on front 15 yd. (10 yd. preschool)
- Water exit independently
- Jump, swim, turn, swim, grab 10 yd.
- Swim on back 15 yd. (10 yd. preschool)
- Roll Tread water 1 min. & exit (30 secs. preschool)
- Swim, float, swim 25 yd. (15 yd. preschool)
4. Stroke Introduction: Focuses on building stroke technique and endurance, moving beyond basic water comfort to develop proficiency in front crawl (freestyle) and backstroke while introducing the breaststroke and butterfly kicks, with swimmers building stamina to swim 15-25 yards and mastering all four basic strokes before advancing
Nivel 1-4: Aclimatación al Agua — Clases de Natación Bilingües
Edades 6–16 | Clases de natación para principiantes en inglés y español
Haz que la primera experiencia de tu hijo en la piscina sea un éxito con nuestro programa bilingüe
Nivel 1: Aclimatación al Agua en la YMCA de Reading. Esta clase introductoria es ideal para niños con poca o ninguna experiencia previa que comienzan a aprender lo básico de la seguridad acuática y la confianza en el agua. La instrucción se ofrece en inglés y español, para que cada familia se sienta incluida y apoyada.Los niños aprenderán a:
- Entrar y salir de la piscina de manera segura
- Sumergir la cara y hacer burbujas
- Flotar de frente y de espaldas con ayuda
- Iniciar movimientos sencillos hacia adelante y hacia atrás en el agua
2. Movimiento en el agua: Fomenta el movimiento hacia adelante en el agua y las habilidades básicas de autorrescate realizadas de forma independiente. Sumergir y mirar un objeto en el fondo. Deslizarse de frente 3 metros (1,5 metros, preescolar). Salir del agua de forma independiente. Saltar, empujar, girar, agarrar. Flotar de espalda 20 segundos (10 segundos, preescolar). Rodar. Flotar de frente 20 segundos (10 segundos, preescolar). Deslizarse de espalda 3 metros (1,5 metros, preescolar). Mantenerse a flote 10 segundos, cerca de la pared y salir. Nadar, flotar, nadar 4,6 metros.
3. Resistencia en el agua: Desarrolla habilidades intermedias de autorrescate realizadas a distancias más largas que en etapas anteriores. Sumergir y recuperar un objeto en agua hasta el pecho. Nadar de frente 13,7 metros (10 metros, preescolar). Salir del agua de forma independiente. Saltar, nadar, girar, nadar, agarrar 9 metros. Nadar boca arriba 15 yardas (10 yardas, preescolar) Rodar, mantenerse a flote 1 minuto y salir (30 segundos, preescolar) Nadar, flotar, nadar 25 yardas (15 yardas, preescolar)
Nuestros instructores certificados de la YMCA utilizan el plan de estudios probado de natación en un ambiente divertido y motivador. Las clases son pequeñas y la enseñanza bilingüe garantiza atención personalizada y muchos logros para celebrar.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| 1/1/26 | 12/31/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 100.00 | $ 150.00 |
Available Sessions
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05/23/26 - 06/27/26
Saturday @ 10am *Bilinguel Level 1/2 - 10:00 am - 10:30 am
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Registration Closed on 05/23/2026 |
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05/23/26 - 06/27/26
Saturday @ 11am *Bilinguel Level 3/4 - 11:00 am - 11:30 am
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Registration Closed on 05/23/2026 |
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05/23/26 - 06/27/26
Saturday @ 12pm *Bilinguel Level 1/2 - 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
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Registration Closed on 05/23/2026 |
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06/01/26 - 06/10/26
M,T,W @ 5pm Level 1/2 (2 weeks only) - 5:00 pm
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Register Closes 06/01/2026 |
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06/05/26 - 06/26/26
Fridays 430pm Level 1/2 (June only) - 4:30 pm
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$75 - $90 |
Register Closes 06/05/2026 |
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06/05/26 - 06/26/26
Fridays 630pm Level 1/2 (June only) - 6:30 pm
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$75 - $90 |
Register Closes 06/05/2026 |
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06/15/26 - 07/01/26
5pm Mon/Wed (Level 2/3)) - 5:00 pm
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Register Closes 06/10/2026 |
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06/16/26 - 07/02/26
10am Tues/Thurs (Level 1/2)) *Instructor Kayla - 10:00 am - 10:30 am
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Register Closes 06/14/2026 |
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06/16/26 - 07/02/26
4pm Tues/Thurs (Level 1/2)) - 4:00 pm
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Register Closes 06/11/2026 |
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06/16/26 - 07/02/26
5pm Tues/Thurs (Level 1/2)) - 5:00 pm
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Register Closes 06/11/2026 |
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07/07/26 - 07/23/26
10am Tues/Thurs (Level 1/2)) *Instructor Kayla - 10:00 am - 10:30 am
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Register Closes 07/05/2026 |
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07/10/26 - 07/31/26
Fridays 430pm Level 1/2 (July only) - 4:30 pm
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$75 - $90 | Register | |
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07/10/26 - 07/31/26
Fridays 630pm Level 1/2 (July only) - 6:30 pm
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$75 - $90 | Register | |
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07/11/26 - 08/15/26
Saturday @ 10am *Bilinguel Level 1/2 - 10:00 am - 10:30 am
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Register Closes 07/11/2026 |
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07/11/26 - 08/15/26
Saturday @ 11am *Bilinguel Level 3/4 - 11:00 am - 11:30 am
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Register Closes 07/11/2026 |
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07/11/26 - 08/15/26
Saturday @ 12pm *Bilinguel Level 1/2 - 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
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Register Closes 07/11/2026 |
Adult Learn-to-Swim
Intro to Swimming Lessons
Give yourself the skills needed to feel confident and safe in the water with our Intro to Swimming program at the Reading YMCA indoor pool. Designed especially for beginners, this swim class is the perfect first splash into the world of swimming! And don’t worry, we will start in the shallow end.
Swim Lesson Details
- Class Days: depending on the session you choose – classes held weekly
- Each Session Includes: Six 30-minute lessons
- Location: Reading YMCA Swimming Pool, 631 Washington St., Reading, PA 19601
- Cost: $100 for YMCA Members | $150 for Non-Members
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| 1/1/26 | 10/6/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 100.00 | $ 150.00 |
Available Sessions
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05/08/26 - 06/12/26
Fridays 530pm
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Registration Closed on 05/15/2026 |
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06/19/26 - 07/31/26
Fridays 530pm - Adults - 5:30 pm
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Register Closes 06/26/2026 |
Advanced Swimming (Stroke Development & Mechanics)
Swimmers in this class should be able to swim at least 25 yards without stopping. Instructors for this class were/are competitive swimmers – this is a great way to help swimmers prepare to transition to swim team style swimming.
“Stroke Development” focuses on building foundational competitive strokes like Freestyle (with side breathing), Backstroke, Breaststroke, and Butterfly, adding distance, coordination, and introducing flip turns, moving beyond basic water safety to improve endurance and technique for a lifetime of fitness. Swimmers refine skills like sculling, treading, and balancing while building confidence in all major strokes.
“Stroke Mechanics” focuses on refining all major competitive strokes (front crawl, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly) for efficiency, increasing endurance (swimming longer distances), learning flip turns, and integrating swimming into a healthy lifestyle, preparing them for competitive swimming or advanced water safety. It builds on Stage 5 (Stroke Development) by perfecting technique and introducing advanced skills like dolphin kick and turns.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| 5/1/26 | 12/1/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 100.00 | $ 150.00 |
Available Sessions
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06/16/26 - 07/01/26
Tues/Thurs @ 1:30pm
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Register Closes 06/16/2026 |