Child/Youth Lessons

Getting started…

Knowing how to swim can save your life — or even someone else's. Taught by certified YMCA instructors, our swimming lessons will give you and your family the skills to stay safe around water.

Swim Level Conversion Guide

The YMCA of Canada uses its own system of levels for swimming lessons. YMCA Canada, The Canadian Red Cross and the Lifesaving Society have worked together to produce this chart which converts Red Cross and Lifesaving Society levels to the YMCA’s program.

Not sure which level to register your child?

Book a FREE swim assessment! One of our lifeguard staff will assess your child’s current skillset and let you know which class is the right fit for them.

Visit our membership desk or email us at downtown@medicinehatymca.ca

How to Register

Swimming lessons fill quickly! We recommend logging onto our portal at 8:00AM registration day to secure your spot.

Members received first dibs on classes, but we welcome anyone from the community to register.

Price

Members: For general membership and up, swimming lessons are included in your membership.

Non Members: $50 per child per session

Is cost a barrier? Apply for financial assistance to subsidize your membership.
(Please note, financial assistance cannot be applied to Non Member swimming lessons.)

Adult Lessons

It’s never too late to learn how to swim!

Whether you want to grow your skills as a swimmer, or are learning for the very first time, our adult group swim lessons are a great opportunity to grow your confidence and technique in the water.

Through this program you will develop:

  • Confidence

  • Technique

  • Stroke

  • Endurance

How to Register

Swimming Registration fills FAST!
Log on to our portal on registration day to sign up for a swim class!

Price

Members: For general membership and up, swimming lessons are included in your membership.

Non Members: $50 per person per session.

Is cost a barrier? Apply for financial assistance to subsidize your membership.
(Please note, financial assistance cannot be applied to Non Member swimming lessons.)