The Importance of Drowning Prevention and Swim Lessons
Mon, 07/12/2021 - 16:10The Number One Drowning Myth
We’ve all seen the movies and television shows that feature a scene with drowning—there…
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YMCA swim lessons and competitive swimming programs aren’t just great for exercise; they also build life skills and offer the opportunity for kids and families to bond in a safe environment while learning essential water safety skills.
When Is a Good Time to Start Swim Lessons?
Mon, 11/09/2020 - 08:39In the United States, swimming is the most popular recreational activity for children and teenagers and the…
Getting Prepared for Swim Lessons from Comfort of Your Own Home
Thu, 03/19/2020 - 11:38Swim lessons are a great way for children to learn how to be safe and have fun in and around the water. Children who…
The (Literally) Life-Saving New Year’s Resolution to Have on Your Child’s List
Mon, 12/30/2019 - 12:42There's a new year on the calendar, and if you're like 40 percent of Americans, you've probably made at least one…
4 Health Benefits of Swimming That Will Make You Take the Plunge
Thu, 10/24/2019 - 14:30Swimming is a life skill, great exercise and a challenging sport. The Y is here to support you in making swimming a…
Water Safety Tips
Fri, 06/14/2019 - 12:08Swimming is great exercise, as well as a fun way to spend time together as a family. There's nothing like spending an…
Holly's Y Story
Fri, 06/14/2019 - 10:43A military change of station brought us to Scott Air Force Base and O’Fallon, IL in June of 2012. We visited the…
4 Reasons Why you Should Have Your Child Take a Swim Assessment
Wed, 04/17/2019 - 08:52If you’re a new swim lesson parent, you may be wondering what swim stage is most appropriate for your child. That’s…
4 Reasons to Take your Kids Swimming this Winter
Wed, 01/02/2019 - 10:52As the temperatures begin to drop and snow begins to fall many people begin to stop swimming or wait until…