Swim Lessons

Swim Lessons at YWCA

The indoor pool at YWCA provides a welcoming environment for those who want an efficient low impact workout. Swimming is the best form of physical exercise that promotes good health, according to the recent study conducted by Swim England. Additional benefits include:

  • More support for your body than exercise on land 
  • Less impact on your joints and bones
  • Improved heart health
  • Lowered blood pressure
  • Reduced joint pain
  • Increased bone strength
  • Toned muscles
  • Improved endurance

Schedule Private Swim Lessons

Private: One student – per instructor

• Member: $120
• Non-Member: $140
4 lessons – each lesson is 20 minutes

Semi-Private: 2 students from same household
• Member: $120 per household  
• Non-Member: $140 per household
4 lessons – each lesson is 20 minutes

Parent-Child Group Swim Lessons

  • Member: $85
  • Non-Member: $105 

Ages: 6 Months – 3 Years

Dates: May 10 – June 3, 2025

 Times: Saturdays from 8:00 – 8:20 AM

 

To Schedule Private Swim Lessons: Click Here or Go to ywcacentralcarolinas.ezfacility.com/Sessions
(All Private Lessons are scheduled using the Online Portal.)

Register for Parent-Child Group Swim Lessons

Hydrotherapy

Member: $130 per session
Non-Member: $150 per session
Each Session is 80 minutes.
*Sessions can be split into 20-minute time slots.
 
To schedule hydrotherapy click here or go to ywcacentralcarolinas.ezfacility.com/Sessions
(All private lessons and hydrotherapy sessions are scheduled using the online portal)
 
Why Hydrotherapy?
Hydrotherapy can provide relief for individuals experiencing these symptoms:
  • Pain
  • Stiffness
  • Bruising
  • Swelling
  • Muscle pain
  • Menstrual pain
  • And many others

Advantages of Hydrotherapy

  • Reduction of gravitational load (body weight) on bones, muscles, and joints
  • Greater muscle relaxation with reduction of muscle contractures
  • Less joint stiffness
  • Increased range of motion
  • Better health and longevity

This service is open to everyone and doesn’t require any swimming skills.

Swim Lesson & Hydrotherapy Policies:

    • Arrival Time: Participants must be on the pool deck and ready five minutes before the scheduled start time. Participants should use the restroom before the session begins and wait on the bleachers until instructed by a YWCA team member.
    • Swimming Attire and Protection:  For those with long hair, we recommend wearing hair tied back or covered by a swim cap during lessons. Participants should bring a dry towel for use after being in the water. All clothing must be suitable for swimwear, such as Lycra, Spandex or nylon. T-shirts are not permitted.  Children who are not potty-trained are required to wear swim diapers and rubber pants.  Floatation devices, including child armbands, are not permitted.
    • YWCA Disciplinary Action: Any disciplinary problems during the program should be addressed by the YWCA Staff. Positive reinforcement to encourage appropriate behavior could include removing the child from the program or addressing the problem with the parent and/or director of fitness.
    • Scheduling Lessons: All private lessons and hydrotherapy sessions are scheduled using the online portal. 
    • Reschedule Existing Session: 24-hour notice is required for rescheduling using the online portal. Payment will not be refunded or credited for sessions with less than 24-hour notice.
    • Inclement Weather Policy: Aquatics programs are conducted regardless of weather, except in cases of pool closure due to thunderstorms or other extreme weather. In the event of a thunderstorm, sessions will be rescheduled.
    • Absence Policy: Sessions are not made up and refunds are not issued when a participant misses a session; however, if the YWCA reschedules a session, we will make it up at a time to be announced.
    • Medical Concerns: If a participant has a medical condition, such as, but not limited to, allergies, seizures, or epilepsy, a medical clearance form from your physician is required and must be submitted to the director of fitness before the first day of class. In an emergency, knowledge of medical conditions will aid our staff and emergency personnel in providing care.
    • Pool Deck Policy: During a YWCA swim program, all parents and/or family members not participating in the program must proceed to the observation bleachers. Communication from the sidelines is not permitted as it may impact the success of the program. Flip flops, rubber-soled shoes, and bare feet are acceptable on the pool deck only.  Water and sports drinks are permitted. No glass bottles, food, candy, or gum.
    • Bleacher Policy: Food and drinks are welcome.  All members and guests are required to clean up personal belongings including trash.

Meet YWCA's Swim Instructors

Brian Coffey

Certifications:  Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor, Red Cross WSI Instructor
Specialty: All Ages and Swim Levels

Brian has been working in the Aquatics Industry since 1992. He has been teaching swim lessons and/or coaching since 1995 and has been the Orange Crush Head Swim Coach since 2016. 

Giulia "GG" Grasso

Certifications: ATRI Aquatic Therapy and Rehab, NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Swimming Instructor, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid, BLSD training, NSCA Sports Performance
Specialty: All Ages and Swim Levels

Giulia, also known by many as just GG, has been a competitive swimmer for almost two decades and a former collegiate athlete. She is the lead hydrotherapy specialist, a water aerobics instructor, and teaches and swim lessons. When she is not teaching at YWCA, she is a full-time rehab therapist and a functional movement trainer. 

Lindsey Lesh

Certifications: Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor, Red Cross WSI Instructor
Specialty: All Ages and Swim Levels
 
Lindsay has been teaching swim lessons and coaching since 2006. 

Sam Gardner

Certifications: Red Cross Lifeguarding, AED/CPR/First Aid, YWCA Orange Method Swim Lesson Instructor
Specialty: Beginner Youth Swim Lessons

Sam has been working for YWCA since 2021 and teaching swim lessons since 2023. 

Annika Dellinger

Certifications: Red Cross Lifeguarding, AED/CPR/First Aid, Red Cross WSI Instructor, YWCA Orange Method Swim Lesson Instructor
Specialty: Beginner Youth Swim Lessons & Beginner Adult Swim Lessons
 
Annika has been teaching swim lessons/coaching since 2023 and has been swimming competitively since 2011. She likes to make swim lessons fun while encouraging swimmers to better themselves, and she likes to see a positive progression of their swim skills over time.

Patricia "Pat" Hearl

Certifications/Training: AED/CPR/First Aid Instructor, Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor, Certified Pool Operator Instructor, YWCA Orange Method Swim Lesson Instructor
Specialty: All Ages and Swim Levels

Pat has worked in the Aquatics industry since 1982 and has worked for YWCA since 2022.  She likes to see the impact she makes on both children and adults in growing their confidence and breaking down their fear of the water. Pat enjoys travelling to Disney in her spare time. She can teach swim lessons to all ages and all skill levels.

For questions contact: Director of Fitness, Jeff Nerret jnerret@ywcacentralcarolinas.org