swimming
For more information call 201-444-5600 X349
We want to hear from you!
Please take the time to complete our program survey.
Hand it in at the front desk or email it to
afoudy@ywcabergencounty.org
Indicates available for online registration
H - Habernickel pool G - Grannon pool
The YWCA provides American Red Cross swimming lessons to swimmers from age six to adults. Group and parent /child classes are available for children 6 months to 5 yrs. old. Class sizes are limited to insure safety and maintain a high quality of instruction.
All participants must:
1. NJ state law requires swimmers to shower before
entering pool.
2. Use locker rooms or changing booth facilities.
3. Remove street shoes before entering the pool deck.
4. Enter hallways dry.
ywca open swim schedule |
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Mon. |
Lap Select Lanes 5-6:30 am |
Lap - H/G Teen Lap - G 6:30-9 am |
. | Lap - H/G Teen Lap - G 11:00am-1:30 pm |
Lap - H 6:30-7:30 pm |
. | Lap - H/G 9:30-10:30 pm |
Tues. |
Lap Select Lanes 5-6:30 am |
Lap - H/G Teen Lap - G 6:30-9 am |
. | Lap - H/G Teen Lap - G 11:00am-1:30 pm |
Family - H Lap - H 6:30-7:30 pm |
. | Lap - H/G Teen Lap - G 9:30-10:30 pm |
Wed. |
Lap Select Lanes 5-6:30 am |
Lap - H/G Teen Lap - G 6:30-9 am |
. | Lap - H/G Teen Lap - G 11:00am-1:30 pm |
Lap - H 6:30-7:30 pm |
. | Lap - H/G 9:30-10:30 pm |
Thurs |
Lap Select Lanes 5-6:30 am |
Lap - H/G Teen Lap - G 6:30-9 am |
Women Only - H 10-11 am |
Lap - H/G Teen Lap - G 11:00am-1:30 pm |
Family - H/G Lap - H/G 6:30-7:30 pm |
. | Lap - H/G Teen Lap - G 9:30-10:30 pm |
Fri. |
Lap Select Lanes 5-6:30 am |
Lap - H/G Teen Lap - G 6:30-9 am |
. | Lap - H/G Teen Lap - G 11:00am-1:30 pm |
Family/Lap - H Teen Lap - G 7:30-8:30 pm |
Women Only - H 8:30-9:30 pm |
Lap - H/G |
Sat. |
. | . | Women Only - G 8-9 am |
. | Family |
Lap - G Teen - G 6-7:30 pm |
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Sun. |
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Family Only H/G 4-5pm |
Lap-H Teen Lap-G 5-6:30pm |
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aquababies - ages 6 months to 2½ yrs. aquababies 1 – ages 6 to 18 months aquababies 2 – ages 19 months to 2½ yrs. advanced aquababies 2 - ages 19 mos. to 2½ yrs.
For those who have completed Aquababies 2.
Fri. 10:30 - 11:00 am
d.a.d.s - ages 19 mos. to 2½ yrs. double dippers – ages 2½ to 3½ yrs.you two can teach – ages 3½ to 5½ yrs.little dippers 1 – ages 3 to 5 yrs. little dippers 2 – ages 3 to 5 yrs. little dippers 3 – ages 4 to 6 yrs. little dippers 4 – ages 4 to 6 yrs. level 1 – ages 6 to 12 yrs. level 2 – ages 6 to 12 yrs. level 3 – ages 6 to 12 yrs. level 4 – ages 6 to 12 yrs. level 5 – ages 7 to 14 yrs. level 6 – ages 8 to 15 yrs. level 1 - ages 11 to 14 yrs.
First time swimmers or those uncomfortable in the water build confidence while learning the fundamentals of swimming, water adjustment, kicking and floating.
Sat. 3:30 - 4:00 pm
level 2 - ages 11 to 14 yrs.
Those who can already swim 10 yards on their front and back learn arm strokes and breathing skills while coordinating front and back strokes.
Sat. 3:30 - 4:00 pm
level 3 - ages 11 to 14 yrs. junior swim clinic - ages 8 to 16 yrs.
Advanced swimmers learn the butterfly stroke, swimming starts, turns and other competitive skills. Participants must have completed Level 6.
Tues. 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Thurs. 3:30 - 4:30 pm
NEW!! girls only swim - ages 13 to 17 yrs.
One hour of open lap swimming just for teen girls, providing a comfortable environment for a leisurely swim or to challenge
themselves in the pool. Annual Junior membership required.
Sun. 12:00 – 1:00 pm
lifeguard training conditioning course - ages 14 yrs. or older
Develop stroke refinement, strength, stamina and the skills necessary to make rescues. Great preparation for American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Course.
Tues. 4:30 - 5:30 pm
scout water badge
Scout troops can earn a water safety or swimming badges with a YWCA instructor.
Schedule your troop today! Call (201) 444-5600 x349
Thurs. 3:30- 4:30 pm
private lessons
Half hour sessions of one-on-one instruction for adults and children ages four years and older.
Semi-private lessons are available by adding an additional $75 to any private lesson listed. For details call 201-444-5600 x349
Tues. 2:30 - 3:00 pm, 3:00 - 3:30 pm
Thurs. 2:30 - 3:00 pm, 3:00 - 3:30 pm
Sat. 1:00 - 1:30 pm, 1:30 - 2:00 pm, 3:00 - 3:30 pm, 3:30 - 4:00 pm, 4:30 - 5:00 pm
american red cross lifeguard training course - ages 15 yrs. or older Students must be 15-years-old and be able to pass a swim test. Learn CPR, First Aid and lifeguard techniques. Course materials included.
Test dates - Wed April 9 or 16 - 7:00 pm
Classes start April 29 - June 5
Tues/Thurs. 6:00 - 9:30 pm
american red cross water instructor safety course
ages 16 yrs. or older
Students are certified to teach American Red Cross swim lessons. Learn to make lesson plans, teach skills for all levels and critique skills to correct swim strokes.
Course materials included
Classes start May 15 thru June 13
Thurs./Fri. 5:00 - 8:00pm
Test dates: Wed. May 7 at 7pm
american red cross lifeguard training re-certification
Class includes water skills test and written test.
Fri. May 23 4:30pm
cpr professional rescuer recertification
Class is for those who need to renew their current CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certification. Pocket mask required and available for $15. Participants should review all materials before class.
Fri. May 23 9:30am
Fri. May 23 3:15 pm
Register at the YWCA by May 21
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adult swim
chicken of the sea
Adults can finally learn to overcome their fear of the water with instructors specifically trained to help adults of all ages learn and feel comfortable in the water for the first time.
Mon. 8:30 - 9:15 pm
level 1 - shallow water basics
First-time swimmers who are comfortable in the water and with submerging learn breath control, floating techniques and arm strokes.
Mon. 10:00 - 10:45 am
Tues. 7:45 - 8:30 pm
level 2 - swim progression
Learn breathing techniques and coordinating the frontcrawl and back stroke. Class begins in shallow waters and progresses to the deep end.
Mon. 10:00 - 10:45 am, 8:30 - 9:15 pm
level 3 - deep water basics
Continue the front crawl while building endurance and learning the breast, back crawl and other advanced strokes. An ideal class for lap swimmers looking to polish their strokes.
Thurs. 8:30 - 9:15 pm
women’s swim 
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