Aquatics

The Cumberland County YMCA is dedicated to providing aquatics programs (swim lessons, recreational swimming, and aquatic fitness programs) for people of all ages, abilities, skill levels, and interests. Our three branches are home to five pools, two swim teams, xxx instructors, and over twenty separate programs, including fitness programs designed specifically for mothers-to-be and people with arthritis. We offer swim lessons for people of all ages -- toddlers to seniors -- and are committed to providing an environment where everyone can enjoy safe, fun, and healthy aquatic activities.

Pineland Branch
25 Campus Dr Ste 100
New Gloucester, ME  04260
207-688-2255

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Aquacize        

Dates:  Winter II:  March 1 – April 17
Days:  Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Times:  8:15 am – 9:00 am
Ages:  16 years and older
Fees:  Free
Members only

This class is designed to help you improve your cardiovascular endurance, strength, and joint flexibility through the warmth, buoyancy, and gentle resistance of the aquatic environment.

Aquatic Arthritis                 

Dates:  Winter II:  March 1 – April 17
Days:  Tuesday, Thursday
Times:  8:00 am – 9:00 am
Ages:  16 years and older
Fees:  Free
Members Only

This program is a shallow-water, no-impact class that emphasizes on range of motion, flexibility and relaxation.  A deeper-water component is incorporated to help increase balance and relieve joint pain.  Everyone works at their own pace.    

Liquid Toning         

Dates:  Winter II:  March 1 – April 17
Days:  Tuesday, Thursday
Times:  5:30 pm – 6:15 pm
Ages:  16 years and older
Fees:  Free
Members Only

This class is a great low-impact workout that works with the resistance of the water to tone muscles, increase flexibility and cardiovascular fitness.  Relaxation and range of motion exercises are incorporated into each class. 

Youth Swim Lessonsswim lessons

Dates:  Winter II:  March 1 – April 17
Days:  Monday – Thursday and Saturday
Times:  Click here for a complete list or ask at the Pineland membership desk
Ages:  6 months -13 years
Fees:  Family Members Free; $50 Youth Members
Members only

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The warm water instructional pool at the Pineland Branch enables us to specialize in beginner to intermediate swims (through the Guppy level).  Our goal is to reach out to all members of our community to provide lessons to as many people as possible.  We provide a safe, comfortable place for children to experience the water.  Our well trained instructors teach personal safety tips, swim strokes, and enrich lessons with character-building activities and values.  Please review level requirements prior to registering.  Swim lessons are subject to change based on enrollment levels.

Adult Swim Lessons

Dates:  Please call the Pineland YMCA Branch to schedule a lesson
Ages:  18 years and older
Fees:  Family Members Free; $50 Youth Members
Members Only

This program is geared toward the beginner or intermediate swimmer. Basic swimming skills are taught along with water comfort and endurance. This 30-minute class focuses on the participant’s individual needs and goals.

Private Swim Lessons

Dates:  Please call the Pineland YMCA Branch to schedule a lesson
Ages:  2 ½  years through adult
Fees:  $45 per ½ hour lesson
Members Only

These lessons are for individuals who prefer one-on-one instruction or whose schedule varies week-to-week. It is recommended to sign up for a minimum of 4 lessons to gain the most benefit from this program.  Call the YMCA with any questions.  Times and days are tailored to the needs of the participant.