The Charleston Family YMCA is equipped with a 6-lane indoor pool. Every child under the age of 12 years is required to be tested on their swimming ability if their parent/guardian is not swimming with them. View the pool rules for more information.
SWIM LESSONS
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
GROUP SWIM LESSONS
AQUATIC PROGRAMS
SWIM TEAM
WATER AEROBICS
LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION
SWIM LESSONS
Group Lessons
Our infant & toddler lessons are a perfect introduction to water and safety skills.
Ages 5 and over will find the perfect level to match their skill and work to build on those skills. Participants will move up levels as they progress.
Adult lessons are great for any level, beginner to advanced. In a small group setting, participants will gain confidence and skills based on their current level
Level 1: Beginning swimming/safety
Level 2: Breath control/stroke intro
Level 3: Advance kicks/strokes, treading
Level 4: Stroke development/diving
Level 5: Endurance, swim team intro
HAVE QUESTIONS?
Andrea Meadows
Emial: ameadows@ymcaofkv.org
Direct Number: 304.340.3527 ext 1131
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
Please email ameadows@ymcaofkv.org or call 304.340.3527 ext 1131
Private lessons are scheduled based on instructor availability and capacity.
NON-MEMBERS
$25 for 30 minutes
$50 for 60 minutes
MEMBERS
$20 for 30 minutes
$45 for 60 minutes
YMCA KRAKEN SWIM TEAM
The YMCA of Kanawha Valley Kraken Competitive Swim Team is tailored to instill excellence in swimmers within a collaborative team setting. While having fun, kids naturally improve stroke technique, performance times and self-confidence.
The YMCA Kraken Swim Team endeavors to offer swimmers chances for enhancing performance times while integrating the fundamental principles of the YMCA. Our swimmers refine their strokes in the pool and cultivate their character beyond it. The coaching staff takes into account each swimmer's aspirations and devises a plan to achieve those goals.
Please feel free to contact us for more information about the Kraken Swim Team and plan to join us at the following fun activities!
LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION
DETAILS
Our detailed training includes both testing of hands-on skills as well as comprehension on written tests. The certification, which includes First Aid, CPR and AED training, is valid for two years upon completion and is accepted nationwide. Learn how to effectively prevent and respond to water emergencies with the American Red Cross lifeguard training. The blended learning training is composed of 19 hours of in-person work and 8 hours of online work.
Participants must attend ALL scheduled class dates and times (NO MAKE-UPS), demonstrate proficient land and water skills, and pass the written exam with a score of least 80%. Upon successful completion of the course the participant will be certified in:
Red Cross Lifeguarding (valid for two years)
Red Cross First Aid for the Professional Rescuer
Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
NOTE: No other Red Cross First Aid, CPR/AED class can be used towards Lifeguard Certification
SKILL EVALUATION & QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum age of 15 by the last day of the scheduled course. Those under the age of 18 must have parental consent to participate in the course.
Swim 300 yards (12 lengths or 6 laps) without stopping, using the front crawl and breaststroke. Must demonstrate breath control and rhythmic breathing. Swim goggles may be used.
Tread water for 2 minutes using only legs.
Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds without swim goggles:
Starting in the water, swim 20 yards.
Surface dive, feet-first or head-first, to a depth of 7-10 feet to retrieve a rubber 10lb brick.
Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point with both hands holding the brick and keeping the face at the surface so they are able to breathe. Candidates should not swim the distance under water.
NOTE: There are no formal classes that must be taken as a prerequisite for Lifeguard certification courses.
