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Hammerhead

  • Ages: 6-12 years
  • Ratio of 6 participants-to-1 instructor
  • Member Price: 8-day Swim Lessons $45, 5-day Swim Lessons $40
  • Non-Member Price: 8-day Swim Lessons $114, 5-day Swim Lessons $100

This class is for young swimmers who have completed formal swimming lessons. Hammerhead allows swimmers to actively learn about Olympic aquatic sports.

Prerequisites: Pass Shark or be able to perform equivalent skills

A Typical Class

Swimmers expand on previously learned skills and develop a deeper knowledge about the exciting sports of Competitive Swimming, Water Polo and Synchronized Swimming. 

Class Length: 40 minutes

Outcomes/Benefits

  • Increased swimming skills
  • Increased knowledge of aquatic sports
  • Loads of fun

Tips & Preparation

  • Arrive early; allow at least 10 minutes prior to class start times to change into swimming attire and to stow away items in the locker room
  • Use the restroom and shower with soap before entering the pool
  • Recommended: bring goggles and wear a durable, secure swimsuit.

Attire and What to Bring

  • Come to class dressed and ready for the pool
  • Clothes, street shoes, diaper bags and other personal items can be stored in the locker rooms; bring your own lock and leave your valuables at home.
  • Family appropriate, clean swimsuit and swim attire is required. A durable, secure swimsuit is recommended.
  • Sandals or flip-flops are permitted in the pool area; No street shoes permitted.
  • Towel and Goggles (recommended)

summer classes start 6/7

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The Y swim Lessons are excellent! Will continue and have referred many. Thank you!
Y Parent