Adult Swim
Private/Semi-Private Lessons
Private lessons are for individuals. Semi-Private lessons are for 2 individuals with similar swimming skills. Each lesson is 30 minutes in length. Lesson request forms are located at the front desk. Upon receiving your form, a phone call will be made to match you with an instructor. Payment is due when a lesson time and day is given. Please be aware there is a possibility of being on a wait list. Matches will not be made by the YMCA. All instructors are YSL or WSI certified. Any questions contact lrudie@elginymca.org.
Private Fee:
Member: 5 lessons/$105, 7 lessons/$135
Program Participant: 5 lessons/$158, 7 lessons/$203
Semi-Private Fee:
Member: 5 lessons/$60 per person, 7 lessons/$80 per person
Program Participant: 5 lessons/$120 per person, 7 lessons/ $160 per person
Small Group Private Lessons
Small Group Private lessons are for 3-4 individuals with similar swimming skills. Beginner to Advanced swimmers are welcome. You may make your own group of similar swimming skills or goals such as Triathlons, preparation for ARC Lifeguard Class, etc. Each lesson is 45-minutes in length and time of lesson will be decided by group and instructor. Private lesson request forms can be located at the front desk. Upon receiving your form a phone call will be made to match you with an instructor. Payment is due when a lesson time and day is given. Please be aware there is a possibility of being on a wait list. All instructors are WSI or YSL certified. Matches will not be made by the YMCA but we will attempt to find group placement when available.
Fee: Member: 5 lessons/$50, 7 lessons/$65 (per person)
Program Participant: 5 lessons/$100, 7 lessons/$130 (per person)
Adult Swim Lessons
Never learned to swim? Terrified of water? Want to improve your swimming skills? This special class will help adults overcome their fears, learn to develop some basic swimming skills, and refine current skills. Everyone is welcome from beginner to advanced.
Spring Sessions:
Tuesday 7:45pm-8:45pm
Summer Session:
Monday 7:45pm-8:45pm
Fee: $65 Member / $130 Program Participant
Scuba Diving
Learn to SCUBA dive with the Sea Lions Dive Center! Upon completion of five class/pool nights and two days of open water training, you will receive the P.A.D.I. Open Water certification. A certified instructor will teach you safe diving techniques, correct operation of SCUBA gear and other skills necessary to making you a safe diver. Bring a swimsuit, towel, and student packet to every class. Please call (630) 289-1680 to register and for more information.

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