At the YMCA, we offer swim lessons for the beginner and for people looking to improve their strokes. Adult swim lessons are for people age 13 and older.
Participants are evaluated on the first day of class and placed accordingly. Whether you want to be a proficient lap swimmer, learn to float or acquire water safety skills, we are committed to working on your goals.
Registration Dates
Spring Lessons
Feb. 1: Members
Feb. 15: Program Participants
Summer Lessons
April 1: Members
April 15: Program Participants*
*Outdoor summer swim lessons are only available for YMCA Members.
Fall Lessons
Aug. 1: Members
Aug. 15: Program Participants
Winter Lessons
Nov. 1: Members
Nov. 15: Program Participants
Not all lesson days and times are available for Program Participants, due to demand.
Aquatics Directors
A.E. Finley YMCA, Linda Singh
Alexander Family YMCA, Brian Cole
Chapel Hill - Carrboro YMCA, Chris Swennie
Downtown Durham and Hope Valley Farms YMCAs, Stanley Bass
East Triangle YMCA, David Huie
Ingram Family YMCA, Christopher McLaughlin
Kerr Family YMCA, Max Turner
Kraft Family YMCA, Tom Wilson
Northwest Cary YMCA, Allie LoPiccolo
Poole Family YMCA, Jaime Jewett
Southeast Raleigh YMCA, Waleska Brown
Taylor Family YMCA, Eric Bjorkquist
YMCA at Knightdale Station, Matt McDonough