Aquatics

The Cumberland County YMCA is dedicated to providing swim lessons and aquatic fitness programs for people of all ages, abilities, skill levels, and interests. Our 3 branches are home to five pools, two swim teams, and over twenty separate programs, including fitness programs designed specifically for mothers-to-be and people with arthritis. We offer swim lessons toddlers to seniors and are committed to providing an environment where everyone can enjoy safe, fun, and healthy aquatic activities.

Aquatics

  YMCA Youth Swim Lessons

Dates:  September 7 - October 25
Days:  Monday - Thursday; Saturday
Times:  Times vary and multiple classes are offered.  Please see on-line registration page for details.
Ages: 
6 months – 14 years
Fees: 
Family Members: Free; Youth Members: $55; Non-Members: $125
Non-members welcome!
Registration required
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Children of all ages can feel safe and successful when they learn to swim at the Y.  We provide a comfortable place for children to experience the water, from infant and parent classes to pre-school Pikes through proficient Flying Fish, our trained instructors will teach personal safety, swim strokes, and rescue techniques.   Please review level requirements prior to registering.

YMCA Adult Swim Lessons

Dates:   September 7 - October 25
Days:
  Friday
Times:  
Beginners: 5:00 - 6:00 pm; Intermediate 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Ages: 17+
Fees:  Family Members: Free; Adult Members: $55; Non-Members: $125
Non-members welcome!

Registration required
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Always wanted to learn to swim but never had the chance? Could you improve your skills? Here's your opportunity! The class works on the basics first, including acclimation, breathing techniques, strokes, alternative water fitness, and safety. The class will hten move to Stroke Refinement, which helps you becoming a stronger swimmer.

Pine Tree Swim Club

Dates:   September 13 - mid-March
Days:
  Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Times:  
Younger Swimmers: 5:30 - 6:30 pm; Older Swimmers:  6:30 - 8:45 pm
               Coaches will set specific practice times
Ages:   6 - 18
Fees:  Ages 10 and under:  $325; Ages 11 and up:  $437
For Members

Registration required
Open registration for new swimmers is September 27 - October 1
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Everybody swims, Everybody wins!  Come join the Polar Bears swim team, meet new friends, and develop a lifelong skill.  Complete in swim meets with other YMCAs in the state.  Above all, have fun! 

Prenatal Water Fitness

Dates:  September 7 - October 25
Day:
   Monday or Wednesday
Times: Mon:  10:30 - 11:30 am; Wed: 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Ages:  Adults
Fees: Family Members:  Free; Non-Members:  $125
Non-Members Welcome!
Registration Required
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Designed for before and during pregnancy, this class will reward you with incredible wellness benefits for you and your baby.  Safe exercise during pregnancy increases flexibility, improves recovery after childbirth, and improves emotional well-being.  Both land and water exercises will be used.  Instructor:  Nancy Charlebois, PT, MT.

Aquafit

Dates:   Ongoing
Days:
   Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
Time:
   9:00 – 10:00 am
Ages:
  Adults
Fees:  Free
For Members

This exercise class uses shallow water and deep water. It is a slow to moderate exercise class in the water. Class is held in the downstairs Malcolm pool.

Designed for the period before and during pregnancy, this class will reward you with incredible wellness benefits for you and your baby.  Safe exercise during pregnancy increases flexibility, improves recovery after childbirth, and improves emotional well-being.  The class includes both land and water exercises.

Aquaslam

Dates:   Ongoing
Days:
   Tuesday and Thursday
Time:
  6:00 – 7:00 pm
Ages:
  Adults
Fees:
  Free
For Members

Good old-fashioned water aerobics is back! Enjoy the energy you’ll get from this moderate and above class with Mike!  The instructor uses both shallow and deep water.  Class is held in the I-Pool (upstairs)

Arthritis Foundation YMCA Aquatic Program (AFYAP)

Dates:   Ongoing
Days:  
Tuesday & Thursday
Time:  
11:00 am – Noon
Ages:
  Adults
Fees: 
Free
For Members

This class is for those people who need the warm water for their Arthritis or other muscle and joint problems. Work on everyday range of motion skills in our heated small pool. Class is held in the upstairs Instructional pool