Half Day Swim School

In this fun and engaging program, children learn to swim and be safe in and around the water. Half Day Swim School is designed for children ages 3–10 who want to learn to swim or improve their strokes, build confidence, and develop strong water safety skills. Our experienced instructors focus on proper technique, endurance, and […]

SUMMER FUN BY THE SEA

Beach Club Beach Club is a wonderful opportunity for children to make friends and enjoy the beautiful costal area we are blessed to live in. Participants get lots of exercise and have fun in the water, sand, and sun; a perfect combination of what we all need now more then ever! There is never a […]

Splash Into Swimming

2026 Swim Sessions Winter 2: March 2 through April 19 – Member Registration February 7 Program Participant February 14 Spring: April 27 through June 14 Member Registration April 4 Program Participant April 11 Summer: June 29 through August 18 – Member Registration May 30 Program Participant June 6 Fall 1: August 31 through October 18 […]

Skills for Life – Swim Lessons at the Y

Swim Lessons at the Y: Skills for Life From infants to seniors, everyone can learn to swim at the YMCA. Lessons teach vital life-saving skills and build confidence that lasts a lifetime. Find class times and stages online or in our Program Guide. Questions? Call our Aquatics or Member Services team—we’re here to help! FEE: […]

Swim Lessons at the New Haven YMCA Youth Center

The New Haven YMCA Youth Center is offering thirty minute swim lessons every Friday from 4:30PM-7:00PM. These lessons are for Pre-Schoolers, School Aged children, Teens and Adults. Parent/child lessons for infants and toddlers are available on Thursdays 5:00PM This seven week program will be $105 for YMCA Members or $210 for Program Participants. Program Features […]

You Can Be Whistle Worthy

Lifeguard Course Our Y offers Red Cross Waterfront Life Guard certification courses throughout the year. The course includes CPR, AED and First Aid certifications for ages 15 years and up. Candidates must be able to swim 550 yards non-stop and tread water for three minutes. All participants must take and pass the pre-test before registering […]

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Celebrate With Us

Host Your Next Party at the Y! For our birthday parties, a party host will be provided to help parents set up and clean up from the party. Parties are two hours—you provide the decorations and food. We provide the fun! Location: 631 Orange Ave, Milford Saturdays-1:00 PM —3:00 PM Sundays– 1:00 PM—3:00 PM FEE: […]

Building Confident Swimmers & Lifeguards

Becoming an Aquatic Leader As part of the Aquatic Leader Program, participants will have the opportunity to learn how to swim while learning how to be safe in and around water, progressing into stroke development and endurance. Participants will move through the program as they become stronger, more confident swimmers. Additionally, program participants will have […]

Reclaiming Your Health

Join Our Joints In Motion For Arthritis Aquatics Class! WHEN: Mondays 11:15am-12:15pm · Multiple exercise activities, including: joint check/warm-up, range of motion/stretching, strengthen­ing, cardiovascular endurance, and joint check/cool down · Balance and coordination activities · Helps improve balance and posture with a variety of exercise for feet, legs, core and glutes, along with water walking […]

Stratford Y Swim Team

AGES: 5 – 18 years (participation depends on ability level) The Stratford YMCA offers a stimulating, enjoyable program that stresses stroke technique, endurance, sportsmanship, goal-setting, and leadership. We strive to do all this in an environment that embraces the YMCA’s philosophy of building spirit, mind, and body for all. We believe these qualities serve our swimmers […]

Swim for Camaraderie and Competition

Join the Soundview YMCA Stingrays Swim Team The Branford Stingrays were organized in 1972 and began their collaboration with the Y in 2010. Offering a stimulating, enjoyable program that stresses stroke technique, starts, turns, and basic training, we measure success not in terms of one or two extremely successful swimmers, but in the measurable improvement […]

Adapted Aquatics – Special Needs Swimming Lessons

Student to instructor ratio is 1:1 This program is open to all individuals with cognitive and/ or physical disabilities and is designed to provide a positive recreational and educational experience for participants. Existing YMCA Swim Lesson Programs will be adapted to meet individual needs. This program is for all levels of swimmers. An adult may […]

Private and Semi-Private Swim Lessons

AGES: 3 and up One-on-one swim lessons with a trained swim instructor are available for Y Family Facility Members. Each 30-minute session is scheduled between the instructor and the participant. REGISTRATION: 2025-CCC-YMCA-Private-Semi-Private-Swim-Lesson-Registration

Private and Semi-Private Swim Lessons

AGES: 3 and up One-on-one swim or two-on-one lessons with a trained swim instructor. Each 30-minute session is scheduled between the instructor and the participant. REGISTRATION: Members may register by filling out our Registration Form at the member service desk. 2025-CCC-YMCA-Private-Semi-Private-Swim-Lesson-Registration

Private and Semi-Private Swim Lessons

AGES: 3 and up One-on-one swim lessons with a trained swim instructor. Each 30-minute session is scheduled between the instructor and the participant. Register on-line or by calling the Y. Private lessons are offered for YMCA members only.

Adult / Teen Swim Lessons

Ages: 12 and up Our adult swim lessons are for individuals 13 years of age and up. Class size is limited to ten and the structure of the class will be based on the level of swimmers in the class. The YMCA Adult Lesson plan offers an introduction to the water for those seeking to […]

Adaptive Aquatics

AGES: 3 and up This one to one class is open to all individuals with cognitive and/or physical disabilities and is designed to provide a positive recreational and educational experience for all participants. Existing YMCA Swim Lesson Programs will be adapted to meet individual needs. This program is for all levels. An adult may accompany if […]

Private and Semi-Private Swim Lessons

AGES: 5 and up One-on-one swim lessons with a trained swim instructor. Each 30-minute session is scheduled between the instructor and the participant. Registration form: 2026-CCC-YMCA-Private-Semi-Private-Swim-Lesson-Registration CONTACT: Maureen Scinto, Director of Aquatics, at P 203 255 2834 ext. 2318 or E MScinto@cccymca.org

Lifeguard Certifications

Classes are taught by American Red Cross Instructors. First Time certifications and re-certifications are available for Lifeguarding and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Lifeguarding candidates must be 15 years and older, be able to swim 550 yards non-stop, and must be able to tread water for 3 minutes. Check out our schedule of training or contact […]

Private and Semi-Private Swim Lessons

AGES: 3 and up One-on-one private swim lessons with a trained swim instructor are available to fit your busy schedule. Each 30-minute session is scheduled between the instructor and the participant. 2025-CCC-YMCA-Private-Semi-Private-Swim-Lesson-Registration

Lifeguarding

Ages: 15 years and older Ideal for lifeguards working at traditional pools. The course teaches professionalism, patron and facility surveillance, victim recognition, equipment-based rescues, and caring for head, neck and back injuries. Upon successful completion of course, participants will also earn certification in CPR for the Professional Rescuer (includes AED) Oxygen Administration and First Aid. Prerequisites […]

Lap Swimming Etiquette

LAP SWIMMING ETIQUETTE Swimmers are encouraged to contribute to an atmosphere of cooperation and courtesy. Always enter from the shallow end. A maximum of five swimmers are permitted in each lane during lap swimming. Please swim with others of similar speed. Lifeguards will move swimmers to the appropriate lane when necessary. Always let swimmers in […]

Y Aquatic Safety Guidelines

Our lifeguards are here to ensure your safety and have the authority to restrict any behavior deemed unsafe. Y members and guests must follow all safety guidelines or may be asked to leave the pool area. State health codes require all persons to shower with warm water and soap before entering the swimming pool. Wear […]