Community Aquatics Program

Community Aquatics Program

The YMCA of Windsor and Essex County provides quality swim instruction outside of our downtown Health, Fitness, and Recreation Facility. We offer preschool and youth swimming lesson options at Riverside High School and at a private residence in Tecumseh.

Preschool - 3-5 years

This program introduces children to small group instructional swim lessons. A child focused program that encourages children to learn swim skills and water safety. We offer six levels of the YMCA L’il Dippers Preschool Swim Program. The levels are Bobber, Floater, Glider, Diver, Surfer, and Dipper.

Youth Swimming Lesson 6-13 years

A swim program that is designed to meet the needs of most children. All children will learn swim skills and water safety. There are ten levels of the YMCA youth swim program. The levels are Otter, Seal, Dolphin, Swimmer, Star 1, Star 2, Star 3, Star 4, Star 5, and Star 6. Children will progress at their own pace.

YMCA Backyard Pool Swimming Lessons

YMCA Backyard Pool Swimming Lessons are a great option for busy families. You provide the swimming pool and we will provide the qualified swim instructor. We offer this program in a variety of locations and different levels are available to meet your swimming needs. Private lessons and private group lessons are also available.

Instructors are available between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM. You pick a time and a 2 week session.