
Be Safer in the Water
YMCA Swim Lessons Are Fun & Life Saving

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What will you learn?
Water Safety Skills
Build a foundation for safe swimming with life-saving skills like floating, safe water entry and exit, and breathing techniques.
Swimming Strokes & Techniques
Learn fundamental strokes including freestyle, backstroke and breaststroke.
Rescue Skills
Discover how to assist others in distress and respond in emergencies.
Confidence in the Water
Develop the skills to feel safe and self-assured in any water environment.
The Y is America's swim instructor.
1 million children learn to swim at the Y each year. Be part of the growing community with swim lessons!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, swim lessons are year-round with classes starting on the first of each month. Register your child–or yourself today.
Group Lesson Rates
- $59/Month – Y Members, YMCA Before & After School particpants and YMCA Early Learning participants
- $88/Month – Non-Members
Private lessons are also available. For more information on private lesson availability and rates, click here.
From dipping your toes in the water to refining your backstroke, the YMCA has the perfect swim lesson for you or your child. Our expert instructors provide personalized guidance in a welcoming, safe environment for swimmers of every age and ability.
- Beginner? Build water confidence with our introductory classes.
- Ready to learn strokes? Master the essentials like freestyle, backstroke, and more.
- Want to perfect your technique? We offer advanced training to take your skills to the next level.
One of the best parts of swim lessons at the YMCA is that you have many locations to choose from! Check out our great locations below:
- Northside: Jordan YMCA
- Northeast/Lawrence: Benjamin Harrison YMCA
- Downtown Indy: Irsay Family YMCA at CityWay
- Southside Indy and Greenwood: Baxter YMCA
- Eastside: Ransburg YMCA
- Westside: OrthoIndy Foundation YMCA and Hendricks Regional Health YMCA
- Far North: Fishers YMCA, Witham Family YMCA and Ascension St. Vincent YMCA in Westfield