At the Y, our swim lessons build skills, confidence, and character!

We teach people of all ages and abilities how to be safe in the water while exercising and having fun. Whether you’re splashing around with us for the first time or improving your stroke technique, you’ll feel secure knowing that the Y is here to support you.

PARENT/CHILD SWIM LESSONS | 6 months - 3 years

Dive into a world of water fun and bonding with our Parent & Child Swim Lessons! Designed for infants and toddlers, this program introduces little ones to the water in a safe and supportive environment. Parents join their children in the pool, making it a perfect opportunity to strengthen your bond while your child explores body positions, blows bubbles, and learns fundamental safety and aquatic skills.

MOLINE-EAST MOLINE YMCA REGISTRATION

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ADULT SWIM LESSONS | 18+ years

You're never too old to learn how to swim! In these adult-only small group lessons, you will develop basic swimming skills that will help you be safe and confident in and around the water. Built for beginners all the way to learning how to properly swim laps.

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KEWANEE SWIM LESSONS | Levels 1-4

Dive into confidence with our swim lessons, designed for all skill levels—not just age groups! Whether you're a beginner or ready to refine your strokes, we have the perfect class for you. How to Choose the Right Class:
Our lessons are based on skill level, not age. Use the Swim Stages selection at the bottom of the page to find the best fit.

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SWIM LESSON AT RIVERSIDE RIVERSLIDE

3-14 years

This class meets ONCE a week June through July (No classes the week of July 4th). The four competitive strokes are introduced. Students will work without flotation devices or goggles. Students will be evaluated and moved to the appropriate level.

PRESCHOOL SWIM LESSONS
(4-5 Years)

Monday 6:00-6:45
Tuesday 9:45-10:30
Tuesday 10:30-11:15
Wednesday 6:00-6:45
Thursday 9:45-10:30
Thursday 10:30-11:15

ELEMENTARY / MIDDLE SCHOOL
SWIM LESSON (6-14 Years)

Monday 6:00-6:45
Monday 6:45-7:30
Tuesday 9:45-10:30
Tuesday 10:30-11:15
Wednesday 6:00-6:45
Wednesday 6:45-7:30
Thursday 9:45-10:30
Thursday 10:30-11:15

CAMP SWIM LESSONS | Moline-East Moline

If you are enrolled in Summer Camp at the Moline-East Moline YMCA you can add on Swim Lessons as one of their activities. Registration is only available after registering for Camp, please speak to one of the Membership Staff to register.

Dates: June 3rd - July 29th

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS | 5+ years

One-on-one instruction and a schedule that works around yours! Lessons are available in a package of 4 or 8, 45-minute lessons.

MOLINE-EAST MOLINE REGISTRATION

KEWANEE YMCA REGISTRATION

THE 8 SWIM STAGES

A / WATER DISCOVERY
Parents accompany children in stage A, which introduces infants and toddlers to the aquatic environment through exploration and encourages them to enjoy themselves while learning about the water.

B / WATER EXPLORATION
In stage B, parents work with their children to explore body positions, floating, blowing bubbles, and fundamental safety and aquatic skills.

1 / WATER ACCLIMATION
Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water in stage 1. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in swimming.

2 / WATER MOVEMENT
In stage 2, students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water while also continuing to practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.

3 / WATER STAMINA
In stage 3, students learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages in the event of falling into a body of water. This stage also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action. Must be able to swim half the length of the pool without assistance from an instructor or flotation device.

4 / STROKE INTRODUCTIONS
Students in stage 4 develop stroke technique in front crawl and back crawl and learn the breaststroke kick and butterfly kick. Water safety is reinforced through treading water and elementary backstroke. Must be able to swim the full length of the pool without assistance from an instructor or flotation device.

5 / STROKE DEVELOPMENT
Students in stage 5 work on stroke technique and learn all major competitive strokes. The emphasis on water safety continues through treading water and sidestroke. Must be able to swim the full length of the pool without assistance from an instructor or flotation device.

6 / STROKE MECHANICS
In stage 6, students refine stroke technique on all major competitive strokes, learn about competitive swimming, and discover how to incorporate swimming into a healthy lifestyle. Must be able to swim the full length of the pool without assistance from an instructor or flotation device.

WHICH STAGE IS THE STUDENT READY FOR?

Can the student respond to verbal cues and jump on land? Not yet.

Is the student comfortable working with an instructor without a parent in the water? Not yet.

B / WATER EXPLORATION
In stage B, parents work with their children to explore body positions, floating, blowing bubbles, and fundamental safety and aquatic skills.

Will the student go underwater voluntarily? Not yet.

Can the student do a front and back float on their own? Not yet.

Can the student swim 10-15 yards on their front and back? Not yet.

Can the student swim 15 yards of front and back crawl? Not yet.

Can the student swim front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke across the pool? Not yet.

Can the student swim front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke across the pool and back? Not yet.