Aquatics
Pool Information
- Lifeguard on duty at all times
- 25 yard indoor pool
- 22 yard outdoor pool
- Baby/wading outdoor pool (1-11/2 ft)
- Lap lane always available in indor pool
- Children under 7 must be actively supervised
- Children under 14 must be swim tested
Swim Test and Youth Water Safety Policies
All swimmers under the age of 14 are required to pass a swim test before being allowed in the YMCA pool area without direct adult supervision.
The swim test consists of a 25 yard swim during which you are asked to:
1. Jump into the pool, submerge fully, return to the surface and immediately begin swimming without pushing off of the wall.
2. Swim in a horizontal position on top of the water using a forward crawl or breast stroke. The swimmer's arm must achieve full extension on every stroke and the swimmer must maintain one or both of the strokes for the full 25 yards. Pausing is only allowed when the swimmer is rotating or turning to breath.
3. Exit the pool without assistance using either the wall or pool ladder.
Age Policies For Swimmers Who Pass The Test
- Under age 7: An adult must remain on-site at the pool
- Age 7 and older: May use the pool on their own
- If the child is wearing a Coast Guard approved personal flotation device [pfd]: Parent must be on-site but may monitor their child while using another part of the swimming pool.
- If the child is NOT wearing a Coast Guard approved PFD: An adult must remain within arm's reach of a child in water that is armpit level or lower to the child.
Swim Lessons
YMCA Swim Lessons are offered throughout the year in our indoor pool. Our classes are outlined by the National YMCA of the USA Swim Program. All classes are registered by age. Classes must have 3 students to hold class. Schedules are subject to change. All classes have to be paid for reservation with our courtesy counter.Make Up Policy
Make up lessons are only offered when the YMCA cancels a class (example: class canceled for thunder storm). Make up day and time will be announced by the instructor.
Refund Policy
Refunds are offered only when requested prior to the start date or classes missed due to serious illness, injury, or classes canceled by the YMCA (example: classes canceled due to low enrollment) and need to be authorized through the Aquatic Office, (615) 565-6263
Registration
Registration must be made at the front desk. All registrations will end the Thursday prior to the start of the session. For classes with specific levels, group lessons, it is suggested to register for one session at a time to help ensure proper placement. Keep in mind that children learn through repetition, and it may take several tries to complete one level. Your child will progress at his or her own rate. If you are unsure of what level to register your child for, please ask your current instructor, see descriptions on group lesson page, or call the Aquatics Department at (615) 297-6529 ex70562.
Private Swim Lessons
Private lessons consist of one participant to one instructor and meet for 30 minutes. Semi-Private lessons are 2 or 3 participants to one instructor and meet for 30 minutes. Participants must be at the same level, the YMCA does not make these combinations. Fees for semi-private lessons are listed at cost per participant.
All classes will be scheduled on a 4 week schedule, following the group lesson session dates. You may register for 1-2 times per week. All Private and Semi-Private lessons must be arranged through the Aquatics Department prior to registration. Please fill out form below and we will contact you as soon as we have an instructor with similar availability, payment/registration is not made until the lesson times are arranged. You will need your instructor's name at time of registration. Private lessons are arranged as per availability of instructors and availability may change.
For more information, contact Rosemary McPherson at (615) 297-6529 ex70517.
Spring Swim Lessons Info
2010 Lifeguard Licensing Classes
Green Hills Family YMCA offers the International Lifeguard Training Program of Jeff Ellis & Associates. Graduating guards hold credentials accepted at all area wide pools, private and public.Following successful completion of the ILTP, you will join a select group of aquatic professionals who apply proven state-of-the-art aquatic injury prevention practices in emergency incidents. As a result of E&A's emphasis on prevention, professionalism, and accountability, our safety record is unsurpassed in the aquatic industry.
Lifeguard Class Dates and TimesCourse Pre-requisites
- Must be at least 16 years of age.
- Must be able to pass the following swim test on the first day of class:
- Swim 200 yards using crawl or breaststroke without resting.
- Feet-first surface dive and retrieval of a 10-pound brick from a minimum depth of 8 feet
- Tread water without using arms for two minutes
- Be on time for all sessions, exhibit professionalism and maturity at all times
Fees:
- $175 (Member)
- $275 (Program Member)
Water Aerobics
Forty-five to fifty-five minutes of fun and water exercise, FREE to members! Non-swimmers are welcome at all classes except Power Aqua and Deep Condition. Please let your instructor know your swimming level before beginning a class. All instructors are trained in CPR, First Aid and YMCA Water Exercise Instructor.
Water Aerobics ScheduleAquaCondition (Deep&Shallow) — A varied format using music, choreography, intervals, circuit training, and resistance equipment to help participants reach individual fitness goals. You'll love the results - and you'll never be bored!
AquaCircuit (Deep&Shallow) — This exciting class combines resistance and cardiovascular conditioning in an alternating (circuit) format.
Senior Splash (Deep&Shallow) — Bring back the fun water had when you were a child in this class designed especially for seniors, beginning exercisers, or those recovering from injury or surgery.
AquaArthritis (Deep&Shallow) — Maintain and improve flexibility and range of motion while reducing the pain of arthritis through these gentle, joint-friendly exercises.
AquaFit (Deep&Shallow) — Improve your endurance and coordination with this user-friendly format that concludes with stretching.
Power Aqua (Laps/Deep) — The perfect class for the adult fitness swimmer, emphasizing stroke technique and strength gains through circuit training.
Deep Condition (Deep) — Impact your body with no impact at all! Athletes of all kinds will appreciate the cross-training benefits of this vigorous workout.
AquaInterval (Deep&Shallow) — Interval training challenges participants through timed bouts of moderate and intense exercise, helping them to raise their anaerobic threshold and maximize fat burning.
Power Aqua (Laps/Deep) — The perfect class for the adult fitness swimmer, emphasizing stroke technique and strength gains through circuit training.
Additional Information
For more information on aquatics, please contact Rosemary McPherson, Aquatics Director, at (615) 297-6529 ex70517.
