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Are You Whistle Worthy?

Lifeguard Certification Courses at the Stratford YMCA

Red Cross Life Guard Certification includes CPR, AED, and First Aid. For ages 15 years and up. Candidates must be able to swim 300 yards (550 for water front, demonstrating rhythmic breathing, untimed) tread water for two minutes (without using hands), and complete a timed event within 1 minute 40 seconds. Must take pre-test before registering for class. Blended learning course, online and classroom.

Must attend all classes.

AGES– 15 years and older

OCTOBER
Saturday, Oct 12 9:00am-5:00pm
Sunday, Oct 13 9:00am-5:00pm
Saturday, Oct 19 9:00am-5:00pm

FEE:  First Time Certification: Members $285 / Program Participant $385, Lifeguard Recertification: Members $120 /Program Participant $160

For more information or to register, please contact our Aquatics Director, Nacho Sanchez at 203-375-5844 or isanchez@cccymca.org.

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Compete In The Fast Lane

BSY Swimming

Our team offers a challenging, engaging, and fun program that stresses stroke technique, starts, turns, and basic to advanced training. Our team ranges from entry level competitive swimmers to champion-ship caliber swimmers – all are welcome and encouraged to look into the BSY team!

Take a look at our Fall 2024 Brochure

TEAM EVALUATIONS
*NOTE: Based on swimmer age on December 1, 2024
• By appointment only. Please contact head coach Marta Anne Taddeo
• Contact bsyswimming@cccymca.org or mtaddeo@cccymca.org
• FEE: $5
• Note: swimmers must be able to complete 25 yards on both stomach and back

 

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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 routines. Range of motion exercise for every joint from head to toe to help with arthritis
· Each class includes a health education component from the program formally known as PACE- People with Arthritis Can Exercise
· Relaxation and breathing activities. Instructors may include weight bearing, posture/body mechan­ics, body awareness, and socialization activities

To improve:

· Functional ability
· Self-confidence
· Self-care
· Mobility
· Muscle strength
· Coordination

To reduce:

· Fatigue
· Pain
· Stiffness

Note: Participants do not need to know how to swim to participate in the class

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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 well in the pool, but also in the classroom and in life.

Practices take place weeknights at the Stratford Y, 3045 Main Street, Stratford. For more information email bsyswimming@cccymca.org. For meet details: TeamUnify/BSY Swim Team

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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. 2024-CCC-YMCA-Private-Semi-Private-Swim-Lesson-Registration

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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 your lane know when you are entering the water.
• Always circle swim counter-clockwise when three or more swimmers are in a lane.
• Fins and/or kickboards are not permitted during circle swim.
• Allow faster swimmers to pass. Passing always occurs on the left of the swimmer or at the end walls.
• Do not stand at the ends of the pool for an extended period of time.
• Teens age fourteen and older may participate in lap swimming.

6/29/2016

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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 appropriate swimming attire in the water at all times. T-shirts, shorts, cut-offs and street clothing are not appropriate.
• A parent/guardian, at least eighteen (18) years of age, who is a Y member, must accompany any child five (5) years of age and younger in the water at all times. Parents/guardians, of children seven (7) years of age and younger who have passed the swim test must remain on the pool deck. All swimmers eight (8) years of age and older who have passed the swim test may use the pool on their own.
• Any non-swimmer must have an adult accompany them in the water and be within arm’s reach.
• Children who are not potty trained should wear two layers of accident protection, a waterproof swim diaper and a bathing suit, at all times while in the swimming pool. For privacy and sanitary reasons, please refrain from changing children on the swimming pool deck.
• If you have a communicable or infectious disease or an open sore, please do not enter the swimming pool area.
• Spitting and nose blowing in the pool, pool areas and locker rooms are not permitted.
• For everyone’s safety, the swimming pool will be closed during lightning and thunderstorms and will not reopen until thirty (30) minutes after the last occurrence of either.
• Walk, do not run, to avoid injury.
• Pushing, dunking and rough play are not permitted.
• For your safety, diving is only permitted in water at least nine (9) feet in depth. Do not perform back-flips, back-dives, twists or any other type of flip that may cause injury to yourself or others.
• Extended breath holding activities may cause blackouts and are strictly prohibited.
• United States Coast Guard approved Personal Flotation Devices can be used in the shallow end of the pool. They should be properly sized and in good condition. Persons wearing the device must be accompanied by adult in the water within arm’s reach.
• Y equipment is for Y programs only. Starting and diving blocks are not for public use. Inflatable pool toys and flotation devices are not permitted.
• Glass containers, food, and gum are not allowed on the swimming pool deck.
• Please do not sit, play, hang or lie on the lane lines.
• Before entering the deep end of the swimming pool, all swimmers must complete the swim test including an unassisted 25-yard non-stop swim and a thirty (30) second tread which will be recorded in our log. The lifeguard may administer a swim test at any time.
• Stop, look and listen when you hear the lifeguard’s whistle blow.
• Have fun, be safe and keep your language and behavior family friendly.

2/2023

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