Swim
Become a Certified Lifeguard
Do you want to become a certified lifeguard? Well now is your chance to get an American Red Cross certification! All classes are held at the Jeep Rogers Family YMCA at Lake Carolina.
Days and Times:
March 9: 5 -8 p.m.
March 10: 1 – 8 p.m.
March 11: 1 – 5 p.m.
March 12: 5 – 10 p.m.
March 14: 5 – 10 p.m.
**Must attend all days and times**
Registration: Must register by March 4 to hold your spot. No refunds or cancellations after this date.
Cost:
Members: $150
Non-members: $200
Contact: Shelley Henderson, 803.451.8439 ext. 22 or shelleyhenderson@columbiaymca.org
Swim Lessons
Ages: 6 – 12 years
These lessons follow the YMCA of the USA Progressive Swim Lesson Program. Six levels of progressively challenging YMCA swim classes covering all the strokes, diving fundamentals and safety skills. Lessons offered during the weekdays as well as the weekends. See member services for dates and times available.
Registration: Registration is open three weeks prior to session date start.
Cost:
Youth Swim Lessons:
Members: $20
Non-members: $80
Adult Swim Lessons
Ages: 13 and up
The YMCA Adult Lesson plan offers an introduction to the water for those seeking to learn how to swim. The goal of these lessons is to make the adults competent, confident, and successful swimmers.
Registration: Six week sessions, registration is open three weeks prior to session date start. Information for spring swim lessons will be available four weeks prior to session start.
Sessions: January – May on Saturdays
Cost:
Members: $40 / person
Non-members: $100 / person
Pre-School Swim Lessons
Ages: 3 – 5 years
This is a child’s first experience in the pool without parental assistance. The children are taught the basic skills, pool and boating safety and the use of personal floating devices. Lessons offered during the weekdays as well as the weekends. See member services for dates and times available
Registration: Open three weeks prior to session date start. Information for spring swim lessons will be available four weeks prior to session start.
Cost:
Members: $20
Non-members: $80
Water Babies Swim Lessons
Ages: 6 months – 36 months
Classes are designed to allow the child to have fun in the water, while the parent guides him or her to learn aquatic skills. The child will be exposed to games that use basic movements such as kicking, arm strokes, and breath control.
Sessions:
January – May on Saturdays
Six week sessions, registration is open three weeks prior to session date start. Information for Spring swim lessons will be available four weeks prior to session start.
Cost:
Members: $20 / parent/child
Non-members: $80 / parent/child
Private Swim Lessons
Ages: 3 and up
One-on-one swim lessons with a trained swim instructor. Each 30-minute session is scheduled between the instructor and the participant.
Registration:
You may register by filling out a Private Lesson Request Form at the front service desk.
Cost:
Members: $20 per 30-minute lesson
Non-members: $30 per 30-minute lesson
Specialty Birthday Parties
Ages: Parties for ages 2 and older
Our specialty parties are designed to make your child’s party the BEST EVER! We offer party packages to fit everyone’s needs. Our parties provide you with an hour of a specialty activity and an hour in our party room. A host is provided to help make your party run smoothly. Parties offered on Saturday and Sundays. Please contact Shelley Henderson for more information at 803.451.8439. Up to 25 guest. $5 extra for additional guest
Water Aerobics
Ages:15 and up
Water Aerobics is water exercise focused on building strength, mobility and flexibility. Classes are lead by a trained instructor for shallow and/or deep-water exercise. Float belts are provided for deep-water classes. Please see membership desk for schedule and times of classes
Cost:
Members: Free
Non-members: $10
Mudcats Year-round Swim Team
Ages: 3 – 18 years (participation depends on ability level)
The YMCA is committed to offering a quality, Year-round swim team with emphasis on teaching the value of competition through teamwork, sportsmanship and doing one’s best. The Jeep YMCA program strives to offer a well-rounded, values-centered program for every member, from the youngest and newest members to our veteran senior swimmers. Contact Jennifer McLeod at 803.451.8439.
Registration:
$85 USA swimming registration fee for all swimmers
Bronze – For a beginning competitive swimmer who can successfully complete the length of a 25 yard pool. Developing freestyle and back stroke.
Cost:
Members: $55 / month
SilverSwimmers
For swimmers who are familiar with the four competitive strokes including butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke and free style.
Cost:
Members: $55 / month
GoldSwimmers
For swimmers who are very familiar with the four competitive strokes and have intermediate technical ability and endurance.
Cost:
Members: $65 / month
JuniorHigh Level
For competitive swimmers with a moderate to excellent understanding of the four competitive strokes and are beginning to develop a high level of endurance.
Cost:
Members: $75 / month
SeniorHigh Level
For competitive swimmers with an excellent understanding of the four strokes, a high level of endurance and a competitive drive.
Cost:
Members: $80 / month
Masters Swim Team
Ages: 18 and up
Masters Swim Team is a successful blend of fitness and competitive swimming for adults 18 and older. The regular structure workouts use techniques of interval training in an atmosphere of fun, fitness, friendship and participation. Individuals who find it difficult to stick with a self-imposed, keep-fit routine will find it easier to maintain a Masters Swimming Program.
Sessions: Please see member services for practice days and times.
Cost:
Members: $15 / month
Non-members: $45 /month