Aquatics

Our flexible, customized approach to aquatics means that there’s something for everyone, from those learning to take their first strokes to hard-core water fitness enthusiasts. YMCA swim lessons help children get active in a fun, safe setting. Children learn about water safety and build fundamental swim skills with support and guidance from our expert swim instructors. Aquatics volunteers support staff in providing members registered in swim program healthy opportunities to learn and improve their swim skills.

Time Commitment:

  • Minimum one day a week for at least two hours for six months.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum age 18 for adult programs and 13 for children’s programs
  • Volunteers 18 years of age or older will need to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening from their local police service before their first day of volunteering and every three years on the anniversary of their first day of volunteering.
  • Previous participation or experience in the YMCA Learn to Swim program preferred.
  • Bronze Medallion and or Bronze Cross Certification preferred.
  • YMCA Assistant Swim Instructor Course Certification preferred.
  • Standard First Aid and CPR – B Training preferred.
  • Strong swimming skills required with high comfort level in a pool environment.