Preschool Swim Lessons

Preschool Swim Lessons

Our Preschool Swim Program includes four progressive levels designed to build confidence, water safety, and foundational swimming skills. The first three levels follow the YMCA Swim Basics continuum:

  • Water Acclimation: Builds comfort in the water through underwater exploration and introduces assisted self-rescue skills
  • Water Movement: Encourages independent movement through the water while developing basic self-rescue skills
  • Water Stamina: Strengthens endurance and intermediate self-rescue skills over longer distances
  • Stroke Introduction: Introduces basic freestyle and backstroke techniques while reinforcing water safety through treading water

Class Details

  • 30-minute lessons
  • 7 classes per session
  • Recommended for ages 3–5

Need help figuring out which lesson to select? Click Here for our swim lesson selector guide.

Refund Policy:
A full refund is available before the first class begins. A 75% refund is available after the first class. No refunds will be issued once the second class has started.


Level 1 - Water Acclimation

York Branch
9/8/26 - 10/24/26
VIEW

Water Acclimation is the first stage of swim lessons and is designed for beginners who are not yet comfortable submerging or swimming without their feet on the bottom.

In this class, students are introduced to the pool and begin developing safe water habits in a fun and encouraging environment. They will build comfort and confidence with underwater exploration and learn essential safety skills, including how to safely exit the water if they fall in.

No prior water or swimming skills are required. This introductory class provides a strong foundation for continued progress in swimming.

 



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
4/6/26 12/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 70.00$ 110.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
09/08/26 - 10/20/26
Tu - 5:45 pm - 6:15 pm
$70 - $110 Register  
Closes
09/15/2026
09/12/26 - 10/24/26
Sa - 9:00 am - 9:30 am
$70 - $110 Register  
Closes
09/19/2026

Level 1 - Water Acclimation

Shrewsbury Branch
9/8/26 - 10/22/26
VIEW

Water Acclimation is the first stage of swim lessons and is designed for beginners who are not yet comfortable submerging or swimming without their feet on the bottom.

In this class, students are introduced to the pool and begin developing safe water habits in a fun and encouraging environment. They will build comfort and confidence with underwater exploration and learn essential safety skills, including how to safely exit the water if they fall in.

No prior water or swimming skills are required. This introductory class provides a strong foundation for continued progress in swimming.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
8/3/26 9/21/26 Online / Front Desk $ 70.00$ 130.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
09/08/26 - 10/20/26
Tu - 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Session is Full
09/09/26 - 10/21/26
We - 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Register  
Closes
09/23/2026
09/10/26 - 10/22/26
Th - 10:00 am - 10:30 am
Register  
Closes
09/24/2026

Level 1 - Water Acclimation

Lampeter Strasburg Branch
9/8/26 - 10/24/26
VIEW

Water Acclimation is the first stage of swim lessons and is designed for beginners who are not yet comfortable submerging or swimming without their feet on the bottom.

In this class, students are introduced to the pool and begin developing safe water habits in a fun and encouraging environment. They will build comfort and confidence with underwater exploration and learn essential safety skills, including how to safely exit the water if they fall in.

No prior water or swimming skills are required. This introductory class provides a strong foundation for continued progress in swimming.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Jul/Aug 2026 Everyone 6/1/26 7/18/26 Online / Front Desk $ 95.00$ 140.00
Sept/Oct 2026 Members 8/8/26 8/14/26 Online / Front Desk $ 95.00-
Sept/Oct 2026 Everyone 8/15/26 9/14/26 Online / Front Desk $ 95.00$ 140.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
09/08/26 - 10/20/26
Mia - Th - 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
5 / 6 Available Register  
Closes
09/22/2026
09/09/26 - 10/21/26
Kaitlyn - We - 5:15 pm - 5:45 pm
6 / 6 Available Register  
Closes
09/23/2026
09/10/26 - 10/21/26
Katarina - Th - 9:00 am - 9:30 am
5 / 6 Available Register  
Closes
09/24/2026
09/12/26 - 10/24/26
Nicholas - Sa - 10:00 am - 10:30 am
5 / 6 Available Register  
Closes
09/26/2026

Level 1 - Water Acclimation

Lancaster Branch
9/9/26 - 10/24/26
VIEW

Water Acclimation is the first stage of swim lessons and is designed for beginners who are not yet comfortable submerging or swimming without their feet on the bottom.

In this class, students are introduced to the pool and begin developing safe water habits in a fun and encouraging environment. They will build comfort and confidence with underwater exploration and learn essential safety skills, including how to safely exit the water if they fall in.

No prior water or swimming skills are required. This introductory class provides a strong foundation for continued progress in swimming.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Sept/Oct Members Early Registration 8/9/26 8/15/26 Online / Front Desk $ 95.00-
Sept/Oct Members & Non-members 8/16/26 9/14/26 Online / Front Desk $ 95.00$ 140.00
Nov/Dec Members Early Registration 9/27/26 10/3/26 Online / Front Desk $ 95.00-
Nov/Dec Members & Non-members 10/4/26 11/9/26 Online / Front Desk $ 95.00$ 140.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
09/09/26 - 10/21/26
Jenny G. - We - 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
3 / 4 Available Register  
Closes
09/14/2026
09/12/26 - 10/24/26
Nina - Sa - 9:00 am - 9:30 am
- Waiting List  

Level 2 - Water Movement

Shrewsbury Branch
9/8/26 - 10/24/26
VIEW

Water Movement is designed to help swimmers build confidence and develop foundational swimming skills through guided practice and fun, age-appropriate activities. Participants work on moving comfortably through the water while learning proper body position, balance, kicking, arm movements, and breathing techniques.

Lessons may include practicing front and back floats, gliding, kicking with and without support, changing body positions, and combining arm and leg movements. Swimmers also continue developing essential water-safety skills, such as entering and exiting the pool safely, responding to instructions, and becoming more independent in the water.

The goal of Water Movement is to help swimmers progress from basic water adjustment toward more coordinated and purposeful swimming, while creating a positive environment where they can gain confidence and enjoy being in the water.

The student should be able to happily submerge their entire head and blow bubbles under water.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
8/3/26 9/21/26 Online / Front Desk $ 70.00$ 130.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
09/08/26 - 10/20/26
Tu - 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Session is Full
09/09/26 - 10/21/26
We - 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Register  
Closes
09/23/2026
09/12/26 - 10/24/26
Sa - 10:00 am - 10:30 am
Register  
Closes
09/26/2026

Level 2 - Water Movement

Lancaster Branch
9/8/26 - 10/24/26
VIEW

Water Movement is designed to help swimmers build confidence and develop foundational swimming skills through guided practice and fun, age-appropriate activities. Participants work on moving comfortably through the water while learning proper body position, balance, kicking, arm movements, and breathing techniques.

Lessons may include practicing front and back floats, gliding, kicking with and without support, changing body positions, and combining arm and leg movements. Swimmers also continue developing essential water-safety skills, such as entering and exiting the pool safely, responding to instructions, and becoming more independent in the water.

The goal of Water Movement is to help swimmers progress from basic water adjustment toward more coordinated and purposeful swimming, while creating a positive environment where they can gain confidence and enjoy being in the water.

The student should be able to happily submerge their entire head and blow bubbles under water.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Sept/Oct Members Early Registration 8/9/26 8/15/26 Online / Front Desk $ 95.00-
Sept/Oct Members & Non-members 8/16/26 9/14/26 Online / Front Desk $ 95.00$ 140.00
Nov/Dec Members Early Registration 9/27/26 10/3/26 Online / Front Desk $ 95.00-
Nov/Dec Members & Non-members 10/4/26 11/9/26 Online / Front Desk $ 95.00$ 140.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
09/08/26 - 10/20/26
Ana B. - Tu - 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm
- Waiting List  
09/09/26 - 10/21/26
Jenny G. - We - 3:15 pm - 3:45 pm
- Waiting List  
09/12/26 - 10/24/26
Nina - Sa - 9:40 am - 10:10 am
- Waiting List  

Level 2 - Water Movement

Lampeter Strasburg Branch
9/8/26 - 10/24/26
VIEW

Water Movement is designed to help swimmers build confidence and develop foundational swimming skills through guided practice and fun, age-appropriate activities. Participants work on moving comfortably through the water while learning proper body position, balance, kicking, arm movements, and breathing techniques.

Lessons may include practicing front and back floats, gliding, kicking with and without support, changing body positions, and combining arm and leg movements. Swimmers also continue developing essential water-safety skills, such as entering and exiting the pool safely, responding to instructions, and becoming more independent in the water.

The goal of Water Movement is to help swimmers progress from basic water adjustment toward more coordinated and purposeful swimming, while creating a positive environment where they can gain confidence and enjoy being in the water.

The student should be able to happily submerge their entire head and blow bubbles under water.

 



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Jul/Aug 2026 Everyone 6/1/26 7/18/26 Online / Front Desk $ 95.00$ 140.00
Sept/Oct 2026 Members 8/8/26 8/14/26 Online / Front Desk $ 95.00-
Sept/Oct 2026 Everyone 8/15/26 9/14/26 Online / Front Desk $ 95.00$ 140.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
09/08/26 - 10/20/26
Mia - Tu - 5:40 pm - 6:10 pm
4 / 6 Available Register  
Closes
09/22/2026
09/09/26 - 10/21/26
Kaitlyn - We - 5:55 pm - 6:25 pm
5 / 6 Available Register  
Closes
09/23/2026
09/10/26 - 10/21/26
Katarina - Th - 9:40 am - 10:10 am
5 / 6 Available Register  
Closes
09/24/2026
09/12/26 - 10/24/26
Nick - Sa - 10:40 am - 11:10 am
6 / 6 Available Register  
Closes
09/26/2026

Level 2 - Water Movement

York Branch
9/12/26 - 10/26/26
VIEW

Water Movement is designed to help swimmers build confidence and develop foundational swimming skills through guided practice and fun, age-appropriate activities. Participants work on moving comfortably through the water while learning proper body position, balance, kicking, arm movements, and breathing techniques.

Lessons may include practicing front and back floats, gliding, kicking with and without support, changing body positions, and combining arm and leg movements. Swimmers also continue developing essential water-safety skills, such as entering and exiting the pool safely, responding to instructions, and becoming more independent in the water.

The goal of Water Movement is to help swimmers progress from basic water adjustment toward more coordinated and purposeful swimming, while creating a positive environment where they can gain confidence and enjoy being in the water.

The student should be able to happily submerge their entire head and blow bubbles under water.

 



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
4/6/26 12/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 70.00$ 110.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
09/12/26 - 10/24/26
Sa - 10:30 am - 11:00 am
$70 - $110 Register  
Closes
09/19/2026
09/14/26 - 10/26/26
Mo - 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
$70 - $110 Register  
Closes
09/21/2026

Level 3 - Water Stamina

York Branch
9/12/26 - 10/26/26
VIEW

Water Stamina is designed to help swimmers develop endurance, strength, and confidence while swimming longer distances and maintaining proper technique. Participants build on previously learned swimming skills by practicing continuous movement through the water, improving breathing patterns, and developing greater control and efficiency.

Lessons focus on swimming endurance, rhythmic breathing, kicking, arm strokes, body position, and coordination. Swimmers may practice swimming multiple lengths of the pool, changing strokes, maintaining a steady pace, and recovering safely when they become tired.

Water Stamina also reinforces important water-safety and self-rescue skills, helping swimmers recognize their limits, manage fatigue, and make safe decisions in and around the water. The goal is to help participants become stronger, more confident, and more capable swimmers while preparing them for continued skill development and more advanced swimming.

 



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
4/6/26 12/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 70.00$ 110.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
09/12/26 - 10/24/26
Sa - 9:30 am - 10:00 am
$70 - $110 Register  
Closes
09/19/2026
09/14/26 - 10/26/26
Mo - 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
$70 - $110 Register  
Closes
09/21/2026

Level 3 - Water Stamina

Shrewsbury Branch
9/7/26 - 10/24/26
VIEW

Water Stamina is designed to help swimmers develop endurance, strength, and confidence while swimming longer distances and maintaining proper technique. Participants build on previously learned swimming skills by practicing continuous movement through the water, improving breathing patterns, and developing greater control and efficiency.

Lessons focus on swimming endurance, rhythmic breathing, kicking, arm strokes, body position, and coordination. Swimmers may practice swimming multiple lengths of the pool, changing strokes, maintaining a steady pace, and recovering safely when they become tired.

Water Stamina also reinforces important water-safety and self-rescue skills, helping swimmers recognize their limits, manage fatigue, and make safe decisions in and around the water. The goal is to help participants become stronger, more confident, and more capable swimmers while preparing them for continued skill development and more advanced swimming.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
8/3/26 9/21/26 Online / Front Desk $ 70.00$ 130.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
09/07/26 - 10/19/26
Mo - 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Session is Full
09/09/26 - 10/21/26
We - 10:00 am - 10:30 am
Register  
Closes
09/23/2026
09/12/26 - 10/24/26
Sa - 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Register  
Closes
09/26/2026

Level 3 - Water Stamina

Lampeter Strasburg Branch
9/8/26 - 10/24/26
VIEW

Water Stamina is designed to help swimmers develop endurance, strength, and confidence while swimming longer distances and maintaining proper technique. Participants build on previously learned swimming skills by practicing continuous movement through the water, improving breathing patterns, and developing greater control and efficiency.

Lessons focus on swimming endurance, rhythmic breathing, kicking, arm strokes, body position, and coordination. Swimmers may practice swimming multiple lengths of the pool, changing strokes, maintaining a steady pace, and recovering safely when they become tired.

Water Stamina also reinforces important water-safety and self-rescue skills, helping swimmers recognize their limits, manage fatigue, and make safe decisions in and around the water. The goal is to help participants become stronger, more confident, and more capable swimmers while preparing them for continued skill development and more advanced swimming.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Jul/Aug 2026 Everyone 6/1/26 7/18/26 Online / Front Desk $ 95.00$ 140.00
Sept/Oct 2026 Members 8/8/26 8/14/26 Online / Front Desk $ 95.00-
Sept/Oct 2026 Everyone 8/15/26 9/14/26 Online / Front Desk $ 95.00$ 140.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
09/08/26 - 10/20/26
Mia - Tu - 6:20 pm - 6:50 pm
5 / 6 Available Register  
Closes
09/22/2026
09/09/26 - 10/21/26
Kaitlyn - We - 6:35 pm - 7:05 pm
5 / 6 Available Register  
Closes
09/23/2026
09/12/26 - 10/24/26
Nicholas - 11:20 am - 11:50 am
6 / 6 Available Register  
Closes
09/26/2026