The YMCA teaches swimming and water safety skills with more in mind. We view swimming lessons as a means of building character. We consider learning to swim and be safe in and around water as important survival skills. Finally, the process helps both children and adults build self-confidence, self-esteem and a skill for a lifetime of enjoyment.

Whether you are a member of the Woodbridge Branch YMCA or not, you can enjoy any one of a large number of swim classes for all ages and all levels. For detailed information about a swim class or to sign up, please call 732-596-4170.

Private Swim Lessons

This one on one student to instructor class is perfect for those with a hectic lifestyle. Whether you’re terrified of water, or just need to enhance your skills, private swim lessons offer individualized attention to suit your needs. They’re also perfect for students with special needs. Please fill out a form at the front desk to be paired with a YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor and allow approximately 2-3 weeks for lessons to be scheduled.

Fee for one 30 minute lesson: NM $40 M $30

Fee for five 30 minute lessons: NM $190 M $140

Fee for ten 30 minute lessons: NM $370 M $250

Group Swim Lessons

These 30 and 45 minute classes meet once per week and are designed to teach swimming skills in a group environment. Each class throughout the eight-week session teaches skills in accordance with YMCA swim lesson standards. Students are taught swimming skills, personal safety, and boating safety at a level that is best suited for their needs. All new class participants must have their ability evaluated by an aquatic staff person. Please contact the YMCA front desk to set up an appointment.

Group swim lessons are offered Fridays between 4:30pm and 7:30pm, Saturdays between 9:30am and 12:45pm, and Sundays between 2:15pm and 5:00pm. Classes are 30 or 45 minutes long and are held once per week. See the front desk or our website @ www.metuchen-edisonymca.org/woodbridge for current class schedules.

Fee per 8 week session for 30 minute classes: NM $95.00 M $60.00

Fee per 8 week session for 45 minute classes: NM $142.50 M $90.00

Parent/Child (6 months to 5 years)

These 30 minute classes are designed for parents and their children ages 6 months to 5 years. The primary goal is to familiarize both parent and child with the water, through the use of toys and games. Class participants are introduced to basic water movements, such as kicking, paddling, and breath control. The child will gain confidence, while the parent is guided on how to teach his/her child to be safe both in, and around water. Swim diapers and rubber pants are required for children who are not toilet trained.

Special Needs Swim (4-12 years)

This program is specifically for children with special needs and their parents. Class participants will earn basic water safety and swimming techniques such as floating and paddling. Parents must actively participate in class in order to help their child to gain self confidence in the water.

Preschool (3-5 years)

This is a child’s first exposure to the pool without parental assistance. Class participants are taught basic skills that are the building blocks of swimming. They are also introduced to pool safety, boating safety, and the use of personal flotation devices. Each 30-minute class is taught by a caring YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor. Class participants are divided into skill levels, and class size is such that the instructor can provide children with individual attention.

Progressive Lessons (6-12 years)

Classes are designed such that each skill level builds upon the preceding level, with seven levels covering all four strokes, diving fundamentals, boating safety, and rescue skills. Goggles are highly recommended. Class participants with chin-length hair or longer are strongly encouraged to wear bathing caps.

SwimStrong     

This advanced class prepares swimmers for swim team. Class participants build endurance and perfect all four stroke techniques. Students must be able to swim 100 yards front crawl with rotary breathing, 100 yards backstroke, 100 yards breaststroke, and 100 yards butterfly with good techniques and without a flotation device in order to register for this class.

Teen Swim Lessons (10-16 years)

These classes are specially designed for young adults with little or no instructor guided swimming experience, or who have aged out of progressive lessons. Class participants will be instructed based on their needs, covering not only swimming skills, but personal safety skills as well. Whether you’re slightly uncomfortable in the water, or just want to enhance your techniques, there’s a class for you.

Adult Swim Lessons

These classes are designed for adults who are motivated to learn swimming skills. Classes are individualized to meet your needs, as there is no set schedule of what will be taught each week. The flexible schedule is designed to teach adults proper swimming techniques at a pace that is comfortable for them.

Find out about our Stroke and Turn Clinic

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training    
Lifeguard Training classes are held quarterly.

Please contact Kimberly Bartus, Aquatic Director at kimberly.bartus@metuchen-edisonymca.org or

732-596-4177

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American Red Cross Certification Programs

First Aid and Safety	Sep 9th, Oct 14th, Nov 11th, Dec 9th 6:30-9:30pm
CPR / AED	CPR/AED/O2 for the professional rescuer: Sep 20th, Oct 18th, Nov 15th, Dec 20th 9am-6pm

Contact Aquatic Director, Kimberly Bartus for more information at 732-596-4177 or kimberly.bartus@metuchen-edisonymca.org

BOY SCOUT AND GIRL SCOUT BADGE NIGHTS

Join your troop for an evening of fun at the pool! Choose from a recreational swim or badge work for you swimming badge.  Want to earn your swimming badge?  Just provide the badges and the criteria and we will provide a certified guard to work with your troop.  RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED!  Call Kimberly at 732-596-4177.

FRIDAYS FROM 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm.

Birthday Parties

Call 732-596-4170 to inquire about our birthday parties for children of all ages. Available parties include swimming, gym, craft and computer time.