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Swim Instructor Training
Learn to teach YMCA Swim Lessons!
This course awards the YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification. After successful completion of this course, instructors will be able to identify components of the YMCA Swim Lessons continuum, demonstrate the behaviors of an effective YMCA Swim Lessons Instructor, maintain an inclusive environment of learning while keeping order in a positive and safe environment, employ swim teaching techniques that break down the critical features of a swimmer’s skill progression at any age and stage and demonstrate the swim instructor’s role in the safety process and during an emergency.
Candidates must be able to tread water for two minutes and demonstrate Stage 5 proficiency in at least four of the following six strokes by swimming 25 yards of each: Front Crawl, Breaststroke, Sidestroke, Butterfly, Elementary Backstroke, and Backstroke.
Required Licenses:
•First Aid
•Oxygen
•CPR/AED
YMCA Swim Instructor v6 Certification
Whether you are looking for a great summer job or career as a swim instructor, YMCA Swim Instructor training is a good way to get started! Through classroom activities, group discussion and hands-on practice, you’ll learn the skills you need to work in the aquatics field.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | 12 Month Commit | 6 Month Commit | Member | Non-Member | |
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| 2/26/22 | 12/31/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 150.00 | $ 150.00 | $ 150.00 | $ 150.00 |
Available Sessions
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03/08/25 - 03/09/25
Su,Sa - 8:00 am - 10 hrs
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Register Closes 02/22/2025 |