Swim Lessons
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS:
Private swim lessons are a great way to learn the basics of swimming or improve your skills in a one-on-one setting!
Register for private swim lessons by visiting our membership desk. Private Swim Lessons will be held Monday through Thursday between 2:30 & 5:30 pm in 30 minute sessions. Fridays will be reserved for make-up lessons. All lessons will be scheduled consecutively as 1 lesson/ week for 4 weeks or 2 lessons/ week for 2 weeks.
Members: $80 per 4- 30 minute lessons
Non-members: $110 per 4- 30 minute lessons
GROUP LESSONS: (For 5 or More Swimmers)
Group lessons provide a great space for swimmers to learn from each other lead by a team of certified Swim Instructors. Group Lessons will be held every Saturday in 1 hour sessions per month. Visit our Membership desk to determine your swim level and register for Group Lessons.
- Level 1 Swimmers: 8:15-9:15
- Level 2 Swimmers: 9:15 – 10:15
- Level 3 Swimmers: 10:15 – 11:15
Members: $20 per swimmer for 1 month of 1 hour lessons
Non-members: $50 per swimmer for 1 month of 1 hour lessons
Age for lessons:
- For Private Lessons children 6 months- 3 years old must have parent in the pool assisting.
- For Group Lessons anyone 3 years + is welcome to register.
Need a New Suit?
The Williams YMCA of Avery County has teamed-up with Dolphin Swim Supply so people can now order bathing suits online with us and 30% of all sales goes to the Aquatics department! You can choose from a wide variety of styles and colors.
Once you decide the suits, size, and colors you want, call or email Erica Shingleton at 828-737-5500 with the information and she will order the suit for you.
Swim Club
SWIM CLUB
Swim Club is a place where kids ages 7 -16 years old can have a safe environment to advance their swimming capabilities. We want everyone to have the opportunity to achieve their potential at their own pace. Our main focus is swim team basics such as diving, using a kick board, and drills, also active games are included. The pool is also a place where all participants can form team unity, character development, and have fun. Participants must be able to pass a swim test.
COST: Monthly registration, $10 for members/$20 for non members
TIME: 4:00pm-5:00pm Tues & Thurs
INSTRUCTOR: Faith Boyette, Aquatics Program Coordinator
JUNIOR SWIM CLUB
Junior Swim Club is a place where kids ages 2 -6 years old can have a safe environment to advance their swimming capabilities. We want everyone to have the opportunity to achieve their potential at their own pace. This club is designed for swimmers that are comfortable in the water, can swim on their own, and work on improving stroke technique, building and fine tuning their competitive swim abilities.
COST: Monthly registration, $10 for members/$20 for non members
TIME: 4:15 pm – 5:00pm Tues. & Thurs.
INSTRUCTOR: Lucy Corning
SPLASH
SPLASH for Kindergarten
A large percentage of children drown within 6-10 feet of safety. Most of these drownings happen because of a lack of basic water safety knowledge and skills. If children possess even the most basic swimming skills, their risks of drowning decrease substantially. Learning the basic skills in our SPLASH program creates a sense of accomplishment in children and helps prevent drowning.
Kindergarten Schedule Coming Soon!
Months: January – April
Times: Varies based on School
Cost: Offered at no cost
Instructor: Faith Boyette
Contact: Faith Boyette for more information
SPLASH for 2nd Grade
A large percentage of children drown within 6-10 feet of safety. Most of these drownings happen because of a lack of basic water safety knowledge and skills. If children possess even the most basic swimming skills, their risks of drowning decrease substantially. Learning the basic skills in our SPLASH program creates a sense of accomplishment in children and helps prevent drowning.
Months: September – November
Times: Varies based on School
Instructors: Faith Boyette
Contact: Faith Boyette for more information
Pool Parties
POOL PARTY INFORMATION
No matter the celebration, we would love to have you party with us. Host up to 25 guests for two hours under the watchful eye of our trained lifeguards. Available party times are Fridays 5:30pm – 7:30pm or Saturdays 11:30am – 1:30pm & 1:30-3:30pm.
Reservations are required.
INCLUDED:
- 2 hours of non-private pool time
- Use of slides, water features and toys
- Tables/chairs located on pool deck
- Cleaning supplies for after party clean-up
COST: $100 for members or $150 for non-members
CONTACT: Erica Shingleton for more information or to schedule your event
Certifications and Trainings
CPR/ AED/ First-Aid Certification & Recertification
Someone who is CPR-certified can help prevent the loss of life in an emergency. Skills included in the certification include: supply oxygen to a cardiac arrest victim, utilize an AED, provide basic first-aid for cuts, bruises, heat stroke, hypothermia and more. CPR/ AED/ First-aid training and certifications are offered through the American Red Cross. Before attending the in-person certification all online course materials and training must be completed.
2022 In-Person Certification Dates:
February 2022: 4th; 4-5:30 pm
March 2022: TBD
May 2022: TBD
July 2022: TBD
September 2022: TBD
November 2022: TBD
Instructors: TBD
Cost: $45 for Avery YMCA Members $65 for General Public
Contact: Erica Shingleton to register or for more information
Lifeguard Certification and Recertification
Have you ever wanted to be a Lifeguard? The YMCA offers in-house Lifeguard certifications and recertification with a nationally certified/licensed instructor: Hannah Britt.
Benefits of becoming a Lifeguard:
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- Improve Your Resume
- Keep fit and active
- Enhance your communication skills
- Boost your self-confidence
- Develop sought-after and life-saving skills
All online training must be complete before attending the in-person certification course. Access to the online training will be provided upon registration with Hannah Britt.
2022 Certification Dates:
March – TBD
May – TBD
July – TBD
September – TBD
November – TBD
Cost: $200 for YMCA Members and General Public*
*If employed by the YMCA of Avery County upon completion of 6 months of employment as a Lifeguard the fee for training will be reimbursed in full.
Instructors: TBD
Contact: Erica Shingleton to register or for more information
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