(Ages 13-18 months) A parent must be in the water with each child. The class focuses on water orientation and adjustment through songs and games.

(Ages 9-12 months) A parent must be in the water with each child. The class focuses on water orientation and adjustment through songs and games.

(Ages 19-36 months) A parent must be in the water with each child. The class focuses on water orientation and adjustment through songs and games.

This swim lesson class is only for the participants of the Foglia YMCA Preschool Program. It will be held once a week following their Preschool class here at Foglia YMCA. The class lesson will be 30-minutes long and utilize the YMCA Swim Lesson Program. Registration will be completed twice a year during Fall I and Winter 1 registration. The Swim lessons will run for Fall I and Fall II (Session 1), and then from Winter 1, Spring I and until Preschool is over in May (Session 2).

Children climb while parents learn to belay for the first 45 minutes.  Entourage your child as you work together learning how to climb.  For the second half, children will have a YMCA swim lesson.

(Ages 3-5 years) This class is designed for the child who has advanced from Pike Advanced or can swim independently with a flotation device on their front, back and side the length of the pool and is able to do a front and back float for 10 seconds.

This program is by instructor recommendation only.  Rotary breathing, front crawl, throwing assists, PFDs, finning, surface dives, kneeling dives, retrieving objects from bottom of the pool will be covered.

30 minutes of gym time, full of singing, gross motor activities and game play followed by 30 minutes of swim lessons. Have your child wear their bathing suit to class. Pick up at the pool.

(Ages 13-18 months) A parent must be in the water with each child. The class focuses on water orientation and adjustment through songs and games.

Bring your kindergartner to the YMCA for a fun time of gym, fitness, swim lessons and art to enrich their Kindergarten experience.

(Ages 9-12 months) A parent must be in the water with each child. The class focuses on water orientation and adjustment through songs and games.

These classes will allow your children the opportunity to explore the great Y'd world. They will develop their minds with our an art class, develop their bodies in with active games with our field, climbing wall and swimming pool. Each day will offer different activities, check with your center to determine necessary attire, snack and supplies.

This class is an introduction to school for your preschooler with enrichment activities including word and letter recognition, themed activities and school time concept. Your child will learn social interaction in the most fun environment possible. Each day will offer different activities, check with your center to determine necessary attire, snack and supplies.

Chrildren bring their lunch or a snack to eat for the first half hour and should come to class with thier suit on. After we eat we will do an art activity, go to the preschool gym and then finish out the day with a swim lesson. Parents will pick up their child at the pool deck when the class is over.

Enjoy time with your child in the preschool gym and the pool! Spend part of the class playing with your child on our preschool gym apparatus under the direction of Y staff member. The other part of class is in our parent/child swim class, helping your child, under the coaching of a swim instructor, to learn how to swim, have fun and be safe in the water.

(Ages 19-36 months) A parent must be in the water with each child. The class focuses on water orientation and adjustment through songs and games.

(Ages 3-5 years) This class offers children their first experience in the pool without parental assistance. Children will learn safe pool behavior, adjust to the water and develop independent movement. Participants learn basic paddle stroke and kicking skills, and learn to hold their faces in the water while blowing bubbles.

(Ages 3-5 years) This class is designed for those who are more advanced than Pike but not yet ready for the Eel class. Participants must have completed the Pike class as a prerequisite.

These Pike swim lesson are being held at the Double Tree Suites 2111 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove, IL 60515. This class is designed for the beginning swimmer who cannot swim independently without the assistance of the instructor, and cannot float on his or her back.

How do I find the right level for my child?  Our progressive swim lessons start each child at their beginning level.  To begin we invite parents and children to come to Placement Day!  During placement day children will be evaluated and given a recommend level to begin their swim lesson journey. 

(Ages 3-5 years) This class is for the child who has advanced from the Eel class or who can swim the length of the pool with one float on the belt on their front, back and side, and can swim 15 feet on their front, back and side without a flotation device.

Trying to fit swimming lessons into your child's busy schedule is hard but do not let that detour you from giving your child one of the greatest lifelong survival skills!  Try out our new Saturday evening swim lessons.  Take our same great lessons just at a later time.

Is your child ready to learn to swim but not ready to learn without you? This class is designed for beginner swimmers accompanied by a parent in the water. This class is similar to the Pike level class but is meant for swimmers who are not ready to swim without their parent.

This class is for children under age 3 and a parent. Help your little one learn and have fun with music and movement. This class is designed around singing and dancing using a variety of exciting rhythm instruments and imaginative props.

(Ages 6-8 months) A parent must be in the water with each child. The class focuses on water orientation and adjustment through songs and games.

(Ages 3-5 years) This class is designed for the child who has advanced from the Ray class or who can swim a length of the pool on their front, back and side without a flotation device.

Stay & Play is for current Preschool students to remain after class to participate in more fun crafts & games.

This class is designed for the child who is not ready to be separated from the parent, however is ready to work on the Pike swim skills. This is a great class to bridge between parent/child and the pike class.

Children ages 3 to 6 are invited for this  fun organized splash time for kids.  A great way to break up your Wednesday afternoon and give the kids some extra exercise time! Each week we will introduce different water toys to climb on and have fun with! Expect everything from noodle races to rafting! Come join the fun! Although this is not an organized swim lesson, the instructor in the water is a certified swim instructor and as always, your children's safety is most important as they will be guarded at all times by a YMCA certified Lifeguard.

This is a great class for children to participate in structured gym and pool activities. Participants will spend 45 minutes in the gym and 30 minutes in the pool. Children must wear their swimsuits under their clothes. Parents will pick their child up from the pool. All swimming abilities welcome.

This class will start with an art activity, then go on to the preschool gym, and then finish the morning out with a swim lesson. Bring your child to class in a swimsuit. Make sure clothing and bags are well marked. Please pick up your child from the pool deck.

Children must have instructor approval before registering for this class.  Pre-requisites required.

Bring your float into the pool and join us for some relaxation and fun!

Is your den, pack or troop looking to earn an Aquatics badge, belt loop, or pin? Our staff will work with you to tailor a program to meet your exact needs and badge requirements. (Does not include badges, belt loops, or pins).  Contact your local YMCA for availability and details.

The kids will learn all the basics of rock climbing for the first part of class, and than spend the 2nd half of class in the pool learning the basics of swimming, all while having FUN!

Can't make any of our swim times?  Have special needs that need to be addressed?  Create your own class!  This class is a hybrid of private lessons and group lessons  if there are four people who want to do a class at a different day and time then when we normally offer classes, fill out the Create Your Own Class Request Form and turn it in at the front desk. 

Groups must have between 4 and 6 people.  We can do swimming lessons, water fitness groups and almost any special training needs (triathlon, Boy Scouts, etc.).  All classes will be 1 hour long and are sold in groups of 1 or 5 lessons.

This class is for the swimmer who has advanced from Minnow or who can swim front crawl, back crawl breaststroke, sidestroke and elementary backstroke for three lengths of the pool.

Children in this club must be able to swim at least two lengths of front crawl, backstroke and breast stroke. This club will teach butterfly and enhance your child's ability to swim competitively .

This class is for the swimmer who has advanced from Fish or who can swim four lengths of front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke, elementary backstroke and 25 yards (one length) of butterfly.

This club is specifically for girls who are looking for something fun to do afterschool! We will combine a variety of crafts, sports and activities into the club!

To enter this level, children should be able to float on front and back for 30 seconds without a float belt, paddle for 25 yards without a float belt on the front, back and side, jump in without assistance, and be comfortable in deep water.

For children who can swim, as a paddle, 10 yards on their front, back and side without flotation.

This program is designed for home-schooled students, kindergarten-5th grade who meet once a week during the school year. 

Our Progressive swim lessons are now going to be offered on Friday mornings for children who are home schooled. The same great program, just at a different time! Lessons available for ALL ages!

Jellyfish is the class for swimmers who have little or no experience in the water.  In this class we focus on water adjustment and water safety.

The Junior Lifeguard class is a great way to introduce lifesaving skills to young people.  The class is taught by a variety of veteran lifeguard staff.  Topics covered include water safety, basic water rescues, CPR and Rescue Breathing and first aid. Participants must be able to swim at a Minnow level or above.

Make the most of your child's time at the Y and sign up for extended activities immediately following the Kindergarten After School Enrichment Program. Enrichment teachers will bring your child to extended activities. Extended activities include swim lessons, gym and healthy living. Please refer to the current program guide for exact offerings.

Chrildren bring their lunch or a snack to eat for the first half hour and should come to class with thier suit on. After we eat we will do an art activity, go to the preschool gym and then finish out the day with a swim lesson. Parents will pick up their child at the pool deck when the class is over.

To enter this level, children should be able to front and back float for one minute, front alternating paddle with rhythmic breathing for 25 yards without float belt, front and back symmetrical paddle for 25 yards, side and back alternating paddle for 25 yards, kneeling dive.

This is the initial intermediate level class. Children further refine the lead-up strokes they have learned, as their skills become more like those normally used in swimming.

The Lattof Neptunes is a competitive swim team with an emphasis on the YMCA's four core values of Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Caring. The swimmers are taught true team spirit as well as goal setting and personal achievement. The Fall/Winter Swim Team season will run through next March, and all participants must be Lattof YMCA members.

Swimmers must have passed the equivalent of the Ray or Guppy swim level. The swim team is broken into color groups based on age and skill level. The coaching staff will determine the best fit for the swimmer.

Beat those school day blues!  On the days CPS and St. Margaret Mary's is not in attendance the High Ridge YMCA Aquatic Center will host a FUN alternative to child care.  Each day off will have a different aquatic theme.

Please bring a sack lunch and snack with your child as well as an extra change of clothes and an extra towel.  Class includes any other supplies needed, except for goggles!

Need some extra time to do holiday shopping this year?  Drop your children off at the YMCA and enjoy a stress free evening to complete all those pesky little chores in time for the holidays.  The kids will enjoy an evening filled with exciting activities, rock climbing, and swimming.  Bring your swim stuff and meet in the Adventure Center for pizza and fun!

M $15/ NM $35, if you register 3 or more days in advance

M $20/NM $35 if you register less than 3 days before the program

Drop your kids off at the Lake View Y on Friday night from 6-9pm for a themed adventure, and have a night for yourself! We will entertain your child with activities, swimming, gym games, and more. Best of all - dinner is on the house

This class teaches students with special needs how to swim.  It will be taught by a special education teacher who is fluent in sign language and assistants based on student's needs.  Class size will be limited to only 4 students.  Parents are required to remain in the pool area during class time.

How do I find the right level for my child?  Our progressive swim lessons start each child at their beginning level.  To begin we invite parents and children to come to Placement Day!  During placement day children will be evaluated and given a recommend level to begin their swim lesson journey. 

This is the beginning level class for school-age children. This class helps children get acquainted with the pool through the use of flotation devices and basic swimming skills like floating and front paddle stroke. By the end of this level children should be able to front paddle the length of the pool unassisted.

The beginning level for school-age children. Children should already know how to float on their back and front, paddle on their front, back and side with a belt and 10 feet without a belt.

This class is for the swimmer who has advanced from Flying Fish or who can swim four lengths of front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke, and elementary backstroke and butterfly.

Children in this club must be able to swim at least four lengths of front crawl, backstroke and breaststroke. This club will teach butterfly and enhance your child's ability to swim competitively.

Does your child love to swim and want a challenge in the water? Is your child excited to learn flip turns, streamlining and the individual medley? This class focuses on stroke development and endurance of the four competitive strokes. Must be a minimum of fish level.

This class combines fun in the pool and a sports mix. Each week we will be active palying games and sampling different sports. In the pool, your child will participate in our swim lessons. The swim participants will be participating in classes according to their ability level.

Thirty minutes of sports, a different sport each week, football, soccer, t-ball, and others.  Then another 20 minutes of aquatic fun!  Have your child wear their bathing suit to class.  Meet in the Gym and pick up at the pool!

For those who already swim and want to improve their strokes, this class will work on stroke techniques and training tips that will make your strokes more efficient and increase your stamina. The class is taught by professionally certified instructors who enjoy swimming as a life sport.

Thirty minutes of sports, a different sport each week, football, soccer, t-ball and others.Then another 30 minutes of aquatic fun! Have your child wear their bathing suit to class.Meet in the Gym and pick up at the pool.

For advanced swimmers, fish level and above, looking to be apart of a competitive swim team that will help them refine their strokes, improve endurance, and work on speed. This team focuses on building self-confidence, achieving personal goals, and working and thinking as a team. A competitive spirit is not a bad thing for a person to develop when they are competitive as a team.

Synchronized Swimming challenges the creativity of swimmer by combining the movements of dance with swimming skills.  Students work to improve stroke form and endurance while gaining confidence and poise.  Swimmers may participate in performances and competitions and must be able to swim at a Fish level or higher.

(Age 6+) For those who can swim 75 ft. (one length) of front and back crawl or have passed the Guppy level. What a great way to be introduced to the art of Synchronized swimming. A fun and informative class instructed by a caring Synchronized Swimming Coach and Master Synchronized Swimmer! Participants will learn such synchro skills as somersaults, sharks, dolphins, kips, ballet legs, sidestroke and breaststroke.

Can't make it to our usual class times?  Come out to our night classes for youth swimmers!  Same great lessons, just at a different time.
Tuesday: Fish/Flying Fish/ Shark Levels
Wednesday: Guppy/Minnow Levels
Thursdays: Jellyfish/Polliwog Levels

Guard Start: Lifeguarding Tomorrow is an exciting junior lifeguard class for 11-14 year olds. Participants will build a foundation of knowledge, swimming, and leadership skills to help in future completion of a lifeguard class. Participants must be able to swim 25 yards front crawl and breaststroke, and be comfortable in deep water.

The Junior Lifeguard class is a great way to introduce lifesaving skills to young people.  The class is taught by a variety of veteran lifeguard staff.  Topics covered include water safety, basic water rescues, CPR and Rescue Breathing and first aid. Participants must be able to swim at a Minnow level or above.

Lifeguard Challenges/Recertifications are for people who already have their American Red Cross Lifeguard and CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification but need to recertify to stay current. 

For those who already swim and want to improve their strokes, this class will work on stroke techniques and training tips that will make your strokes more efficient and increase your stamina. The class is taught by professionally certified instructors who enjoy swimming as a life sport.

Synchronized Swimming challenges the creativity of swimmer by combining the movements of dance with swimming skills.  Students work to improve stroke form and endurance while gaining confidence and poise.  Swimmers may participate in performances and competitions and must be able to swim at a Fish level or higher.

Make those miles count and join our club! Members have 1 year to swim the 50 miles. Upon completion, you will receive a club T-shirt. Seniors and youth members will not have a time limit.

This class is for the serious swimmer.  Features 60% drill/technique and 40% main set.  Must be able to swim 25 yards of front and back crawl.

It's never too late to learn! Go on & take that plunge! Professional instruction for adults learning to swim in a safe and interactive environment.

This class is designed for adult swimmers who are comfortable in deeper water, can independently front and backfloat as well as swim half the length of the pool.

ave you been swimming forever but don't know if you are doing it correctly? Want to work on improving your stroke's effectiveness?  Feel like you are doing something wrong but can't figure out what it is? Stroke Improvement is for those adults who know how to swim but want to perfect their strokes and become a more efficient swimmer.

 For those who already swim and want to improve their strokes, this class will work on stroke techniques and training tips that will make your strokes more efficient and increase your stamina. The class is taught by 2 professionally certified instructors who enjoy swimming as a life sport.

New to swimming or interested in learning some new techniques?  These evening classes will teach you new aquatic skills in a quick and easy manner.  Ages 15 and up.

Need some support in your quest to get back in the pool?  Feel like some days your stroke is "off" and can't figure out what you are doing differently?  Looking for some good workouts to do in the pool?  Come try  Adult Swim Club!  This group is for beginners to master swimmers looking to be apart of a friendly aquatic orientated fitness group at the High Ridge YMCA.

 Participants must be able to front and back float independently and swim half the length of the pool. This class is for the more advanced beginner who is already comfortable in the water but, is ready to take it to the next step.

Ready to tackle your first traithlon but are unsure about the swimming segment? Or have you already tried one, but want to improve your swimming technique, spead and endurance? Sign up for our traitholon swimming clinics and not only gain confidence, but learn how to be more efficient in open water.

This is an American Red Cross class. To train instructor candidates to teach American Red Cross water safety, including the Basic Water Rescue and Personal Water Safety courses, six levels of Learn-to-Swim, three levels of Preschool Aquatics and two levels of Parent and Child Aquatics. Fundamentals of Instructor Training is included with this course. Participants need to be 16 to take this course and be able to swim 25 yards of the 4 competitive strokes as well as elementary backstroke and sidestroke.

Do you think you can swim cross one of the Great Lakes?  How about all of them?  Come and join the Challenge of the Great Lakes.  Simply sign up at the front desk.  Write down the number of laps you swim on a daily basis and we will keep track of them.  This is a free activity for member.

Can't make any of our swim times?  Have special needs that need to be addressed?  Create your own class!  This class is a hybrid of private lessons and group lessons  if there are four people who want to do a class at a different day and time then when we normally offer classes, fill out the Create Your Own Class Request Form and turn it in at the front desk. 

Groups must have between 4 and 6 people.  We can do swimming lessons, water fitness groups and almost any special training needs (triathlon, Boy Scouts, etc.).  All classes will be 1 hour long and are sold in groups of 1 or 5 lessons.

The indoor triathlon will include a 10 minute swim, 20 minute bike (cycle) and 15 minute run (treadmill).  There will be 10-minute transition times allowed.  Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd for Men and Women.  Men's and women's age division categories.  Must be 16 years of age or older to participate.

Lifeguard Challenges/Recertifications are for people who already have their American Red Cross Lifeguard and CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification but need to recertify to stay current. 

Masters Swimming is a great way to get the most out of your laps in the pool. Don't let the term Masters scare you. All levels of swimmers are welcome to join. Whether you are interested in competition or just getting in shape, we can help you with your stroke. Swimming with other people led by a trained coach will help you stay motivated. The coach will also help you improve your endurance and stroke technique.

For those who already swim and want to improve their strokes, this class will work on stroke techniques and training tips that will make your strokes more efficient and increase your stamina.

Learn to make your swimming more efficient by attending the following clinics.

If you are afraid of the water then Terrified of the Water (T.O.W.) is the class for you.

Are you looking to refine your swimming strokes and/or endurance?
Participants will work on stroke technique and endurance during this course. This will be just the thing to help bring down your swim time for upcoming triathalons this summer. You do not need to be training for a triathlon to take this course.

This class is specifically geared towards beginner swimmers with very little or absolutely no water experience.  Here we focus on building confidence in the water and water adjustment.

Masters Swimming is a great way to get the most out of your laps in the pool. Don't let the term Masters scare you. All levels of swimmers are welcome to join. Whether you are interested in competition or just getting in shape, we can help you with your stroke. Swimming with other people led by a trained coach will help you stay motivated. The coach will also help you improve your endurance and stroke technique.

Swim lessons specifically designed for adults 55 and older.

Come to the pool for some quality bonding time with your family. Build a boat underneath the water and then watch it rise and float. Minimum age of 12 years old.

Fun time for families to have an old fashioned Easter egg hunt but in the pool.

Join us for an exciting party with your family at the YMCA. This family event will include dancing, bounce house, crafts, rock climbing, swimming, games, tattoos, movies and a pot luck dinner. Please preregister by Dec 26 for this fun event. Cost is per family and we ask everyone to bring a dish to pass.

Bring the whole family and experience an invigorating exercise class that will increase muscle tone through water resistance, as well as burn calories.  This class will be a fun envirornment for the whole family.

Bring the whole family in and their friends too!  Those under 17 must be accompanied by an adult.  Space is limited.

Aquatic Games is a fun brand new class for children to learn and play different water games such as Sharks and Minnows, Water Polo, Snorkeling, and Water Volleyball. The goal of the class is to learn how to be fit in the water through different aquatic activities while having fun! Each week we will be focusing on a different water activity. Snorkel kit is included in the cost of the class. Participants must be Guppy level or higher.

The Leaning Tower YMCA Conqueror's Swim Program is FREE to members and is for individuals who are developmentally or physically challenged. Individuals must be able to gain entrance to the pool without the use of a lift or ramp.

Fun time for families to have an old fashioned Easter egg hunt but in the pool.