As in all YMCA programs, the goal of the National YMCA aquatic program is to develop the whole person, physically, mentally, and spiritually. Teaching methods are designed to help each participant develop his/her fullest potential, encourage awareness of safety, and master skills to the best of their ability. YMCA aquatic programs, offered at the YMCA of Hannibal are not only beneficial in developing a healthy lifestyle, but are also an excellent place for youth and adults alike to make new friends and, most importantly – to have fun! 

These are offered for ages 6 months to 10 years. Times are based on age and skill level. Prices are $54 for YMCA members and $89 for a non-member. Payment is due at the time of registration. Registration deadline is by the Saturday before the session is scheduled to start. A minimum of 3 individuals are required for the class to run. The YMCA will contact you if there are any cancellations in classes.

Price: Member $54; Non-member $89*

*One session FREE with membership. First session for members 0-9 years old is FREE!

Ages: 6 months – 3 years old

Parent/tot swim lessons are a great way to start your little one on the path to becoming a strong swimmer. In these lessons, the parent and child will work on playing with a purpose. Skills include: blowing bubbles, body positions, entering and exiting the water, kicking, and fundamental safety for water activities.

Time & Dates:

January 10 – February 21; Fridays; 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm

January 11 – February 22; Saturdays; 10:00 am – 10:30 am

March 1 – April 5; Saturdays; 9:00 am – 9:30 am

April 8 – May 13; Tuesdays; 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm

April 12 – May 17; Saturdays; 9:30 am – 10:00 am

Ages: 3 – 5 years old

PRESCHOOL LEVEL 1

Children will work on fundamental skills in being comfortable in the water. Floatation and support are regularly used while working on getting the child’s face wet and while working on ways to safely enter/exit the water, blow bubbles, and kick.

Time & Dates:

January 7 – February 11; Tuesdays; 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm

January 11 – February 22; Saturdays; 9:30 am – 10:00 am

February 28 – April 4; Fridays; 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm

March 1 – April 5; Saturdays; 10:00 am – 10:30 am

March 7 – May 12; Mondays; 7:00 pm – 7:30 pm

April 12 – May 17; Saturdays; 9:00 am – 9:30 am

PRESCHOOL LEVEL 2

Children are comfortable getting their faces wet but still need floatation and support. Children at this level are excited to be jumping. Lessons will consist of the body position for swimming, bubbles, gliding off the wall, changing direction, and balance.

Time & Dates:

January 7 – February 11; Tuesdays; 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm

January 11 – February 22; Saturdays; 10:00 am – 10:30 am

February 28 – April 4; Fridays; 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm

March 1 – April 5; Saturdays; 9:00 am – 9:30 am

March 7 – May 12; Mondays; 7:30 pm – 8:00 pm

April 12 – May 17; Saturdays; 9:30 am – 10:00 am

Ages: 6 – 14 years old

LEVEL 1

A group swimming lesson designed for a child new to a swimming environment. Lessons will consist of developing comfort in the water, going under, bubbles, glides on front and back, kicking, and basic arm motions. Swimmers are comfortable where they can touch and want floatation for swimming.

Time & Dates:

January 6 – February 10; Mondays; 7:00 pm – 7:30 pm

January 11 – February 22; Saturdays; 9:00 am – 9:30 am

February 25 – April 4; Tuesdays; 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm

March 1 – April 5; Saturdays; 9:30 am – 10:00 am

April 11 – May 16; Fridays; 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm

April 12 – May 17; Saturdays; 10:00 am – 10:30 am

LEVEL 2

This level is for the swimmer playing and going under the water but still needs floatation to swim any distance. Children are excited to be jumping. Lessons consist of body position for swimming, bubbles, gliding off the wall, and introducing more specific stroke skills. This swimmer is pushing off the walls, jumping, and going under the water, but does not have an organized stroke yet.

Time & Dates:

January 6 – February 10; Mondays; 7:30 pm – 8:00 pm

January 11 – February 22; Saturdays; 9:30 am – 10:00 am

February 25 – April 4; Tuesdays; 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm

March 1 – April 5; Saturdays; 10:00 am – 10:30 am

April 11 – May 16; Fridays; 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm

April 12 – May 17; Saturdays; 9:00 am – 9:30 am

LEVEL 3

Focused on creating stronger strokes for longer swimming distances. This level will work on passing the swim test and organizing a young swimmer into specific strokes. Lessons will consist of treading water, becoming comfortable in the deep end, jumping from elevation, and getting things from the bottom of the pool. Goggles are recommended.

Time & Dates:

January 10 – February 21; Fridays; 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm

February 24 – March 31; Mondays; 7:00 pm – 7:30 pm

March 1 – April 5; Saturdays; 9:30 am – 10:00 am

April 12 – May 17; Saturdays; 10:00 am – 10:30 am

LEVEL 4

Swimmers at this level have passed the swim test and can swim a length of the pool. Comfortable in the deep end, these swimmers will work on diving, turns, introducing the butterfly stroke, and improving skills for more efficient swimming. If you are thinking about joining the swim team, this level is for you. Goggles are required.

Time & Dates:

January 11 – February 22; Saturdays; 9:00 am – 9:30 am

February 24 – March 31; Mondays; 7:30 pm – 8:00 pm

April 8 – May 13; Tuesdays; 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Private lessons are best for those who prefer individual one-on-one instruction, and to give each student the opportunity to swim at their own pace. These are offered to any age swimmer – youth or adult. Times are upon availability of the individual, instructor and pool time. The YMCA will contact you if there are any cancellation of classes.

Private single swim lessons with one student and one instructor includes 6 lessons. 

Price: Member $149; Non-member $174

We are excited to offer a swim lesson program that emphasizes safety in, on, and around the water. Our team is committed to  offering high-quality swim lessons that are backed by science! Many of our instructors are now certified by the American Red Cross as Water Safety Instructors. This allows us to provide you with superb, science-based learning for students of all ages and abilities!

Learning to swim takes time and practice. That’s why we hold swim lessons year-round and design them to be taken multiple times – so the swimmer can master each skill set we teach. Plan to begin lessons months in advance. Learning through play in a safe environment fosters positive feelings that help students want to come back! 

Goggles: We highly encourage using goggles that cover the eyes only. We discourage the use of masks that cover both the eyes and nose, as they impede work on breath control.

The Y offers a variety of aquatic programs/activities for our adult and older members to enjoy!

100-MILE SWIM CLUB

Swim 100 miles in 12 months to receive a shirt!

$10 fee

WATER AEROBICS

Group Exercises Classes (Free to Members)

We are pleased to offer a variety of different water aerobics and arthritis classes for our members. Step into the pool and surround yourself with resistance you can use in your workout–WATER! Moving in the water is a fantastic low-impact option for those with back issues, and or joint pain. The majority of class time is in the shallow end where you stand in chest-deep water. Deep-water aerobics are an option for those comfortable going in water over their head with floatation.

Water Aerobics

Monday/Wednesday/Friday; 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Classes are at a medium pace

Aqua Ease

Monday/Wednesday/Friday; 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Arthritis–Range of Motion; Classes are at a slower pace

Aqua Fit

Tuesday/Thursday; 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Classes are at a moderate pace

H20 Fitness

Monday/Wednesday; 6:05 pm – 7:05 pm

Classes are at a moderate to fast pace

Open to everyone from ages 14 to 100, this lifeguard course is complete with 30 hours of in-person instruction, activities, and skill sessions. Participants must be 15 years old by the completion of the course. 3 prerequisite skills will be tested on the first day:
1: Swim 300 yards continuously using freestyle and breaststroke.
2. Tread water for 2 minutes with legs only.
3. Timed brick swim–retrieving a 10-pound object from deep water and returning to the shallow end in 1 minute and 40 seconds.

Upon successfully completing the course, participants will receive a certification for Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid from the American Red Cross–which is valid for 2 years and accepted nationwide!

All classes of the course must be attended. If there is a conflict, please contact the YMCA to see if arrangements can be made.