Knowles Indoor Pool Schedule - Jan. 4-May 31
About
The Jefferson City Area YMCA uses the National YMCA Swim Program, which stresses safety and skill. At each level, participants are involved in activities related to the following five components:
- Personal Safety
- Stroke Development
- Water Sports and Games
- Rescue Skills
- Personal Growth and Fitness
Classes meet for 45 minutes.
Registration and Cost
Registration will be taken at either YMCA front desk or by calling (573) 761-9000 or (573) 761-9015. You can also register online by clicking on the "Register" link next to each class. Aquatics staff reserves the right to make appropriate changes to class levels based upon the child's demonstration of skills.
| Session / Class | Y-Member Rate |
Non-Member Rate |
| Regular (8 classes) | $40 | $70 |
Make-up and Credit Policy
Make-ups are not offered for missed classes. For credit information, please refer to the credit policy listed in the front of the program guide. All credit arrangements must be made through the Aquatics office at (573) 761-9007.
Inclement Weather
Early morning lap swim will be cancelled when the Jefferson City Public Schools are closed due to inclement weather. The Knowles YMCA will open at 8 a.m.
Pool Schedules and Closures
Click on the link below for a copy of our pool schedule for the Knowles Indoor Pool and Firley Outdoor Pool. From November 1 through March 31, the Knowles Indoor Pool will close at 6:00 p.m. on weekends. Beginning April 1, the pool will close at 4:30 p.m. on weekends.
Winter/Spring 2010 Session Dates
| Session | Dates |
Days |
| #1 AM | Jan. 4-27 | M/W morning |
| #1 Afternoon | Jan. 4-27 | M/W afternoon |
| #1 PM | Jan. 5-28 | T/Th evening |
| #2 AM | Feb. 1-24 | M/W morning |
| #2 Afternoon | Feb. 1-24 | M/W afternoon |
| #2 PM | Feb. 2-25 | T/Th evening |
| #3 AM | Mar. 1-24 | M/W morning |
| #3 Afternoon | Mar. 1-24 | M/W afternoon |
| #3 PM | Mar. 2-25 | T/Th evening |
| #4 AM | Apr. 5-28 | M/W morning |
| #4 Afternoon | Apr. 5-28 | M/W afternoon |
| #4 PM | Apr. 6-29 | T/Th evening |
| #5 AM | May 3-26 | M/W morning |
| #5 Afternoon | May 3-26 | M/W afternoon |
| #5 PM | May 4-27 | T/Th evening |
| Sat. #1 | Jan. 9-Feb. 27 | Saturday morning |
| Sat. #2 | Mar. 6-May 1 (no class April 3) |
Saturday morning |
Class Descriptions and Registration
Below are descriptions of our Aquatics Classes. You can register today online for these classes. Classes meet for 45 minutes.
SKIPS: 6 months-3 years. Parent accompanies child into pool.
| Skips - Winter/Spring | CLICK TO REGISTER | |
| #2 PM, #4 PM | Tuesday / Thursday | 6:30 p.m. |
| Sat., #1, Sat., 2 | Saturday | 10:20 a.m. |
PERCH: 2-4 years. Parent accompanies child into pool and class works on Pike skills.
| Perch - Winter/Spring | CLICK TO REGISTER | |
| #1 PM, #3 PM, #5 PM | Tuesday / Thursday | 6:30 p.m. |
| Sat., #1Sat., #2 | Saturday | 9:30 a.m. |
PIKE: 3-5 years. Beginner–swims very little or not at all.
| Pike - Winter/Spring | CLICK TO REGISTER | |
| #1 AM, #2 AM, #3 AM, #4 AM, #5 AM | Monday / Wednesday | 9:20, 11 a.m. |
| #1 Aft, #2 Aft, #3 Aft, #4 Aft, #5 Aft | Monday / Wednesday | 1:00 p.m. |
| #1 PM, #2 PM, #3 PM, #4 PM, #5 PM | Tuesday / Thursday | 6:30, 7:20 p.m. |
| Sat., #1, Sat., #2 | Saturday | 9:30, 10:20, 11:10 a.m. |
EEL: 3-5 years. Advanced Beginner–Swims 10 ft. without float belt, with face in water.
RAY: 3-5 years. Intermediate Level–Swims ½ length without float belt, using rotary breathing.
| Eel and Ray - Winter/Spring | CLICK TO REGISTER | |
| #1 AM, #2 AM, #3 AM, #4 AM, #5 AM | Monday / Wednesday | 9:20, 11 a.m. |
| #1 Aft, #2 Aft, #3 Aft, #4 Aft, #5 Aft | Monday / Wednesday | 1:00 p.m. |
| #1 PM, #2 PM, #3 PM, #4 PM, #5 PM | Tuesday / Thursday | 6:30 p.m. |
| Sat., #1, Sat., #2 | Saturday | 10:20 a.m. |
POLLIWOG: 6-12 years. Beginner–swims very little, or not at all.
| Polliwog - Winter/Sprinig | CLICK TO REGISTER | |
| #1 PM, #2 PM, #3 PM, #4 PM, #5PM | Tuesday / Thursday | 6:30 p.m. |
| Sat. #1, Sat., #2 | Saturday | 9:30 a.m. |
GUPPY: 6-12 years. Advanced Beginner–Swims one length of pool with float belt and floats front and back unassisted without float belt.
| Guppy - Winter/Spring | CLICK TO REGISTER | |
| #1 PM, #2 PM, #3 PM, #4 PM, #5 PM | Tuesday / Thursday | 7:20 p.m. |
| Sat. #1, Sat., #2 | Saturday | 10:20, 11:10 a.m. |
MINNOW: 6-12 years. Intermediate Level–Swims one length of pool paddle stroke with rotary breathing.
| Minnow - Winter/Spring | CLICK TO REGISTER | |
| #1 PM, #2 PM, #3 PM, #4 PM, #5 PM | Tuesday / Thursday | 7:20 p.m. |
| Sat. #1, Sat., #2 | Saturday | 11:10 a.m. |
FISH: 6-12 years. Advanced Swimmer–Swims 2 lengths of the pool front crawl and 1 length back crawl.
FLYING FISH: 6-12 years. Very Advanced Swimmer– Swims 2 lengths each: front crawl, backstroke and elementary backstroke.
FISH: 6-12 years. Advanced Swimmer–Swims 2 lengths of the pool front crawl and 1 length back crawl.
| Fish - Winter/Spring | CLICK TO REGISTER | |
| #1 PM, #2 PM, #3 PM, #4 PM, #5 PM | Tuesday / Thursday | 7:20 p.m. |
| Sat. #1, Sat., #2 | Saturday | 11:10 a.m. |
FLYING FISH: 6-12 years. Very Advanced Swimmer– Swims 2 lengths each: front crawl, backstroke and elementary backstroke.
| Flying Fish - Winter/Spring | CLICK TO REGISTER | |
| #1 PM, #2 PM, #3 PM, #4 PM, #5 PM | Tuesday / Thursday | 7:20 p.m. |
| Sat. #1, Sat., #2 | Saturday | 11:10 a.m. |
SPECIAL GROUP CLASSES
| Home School - Winter/Spring | CLICK TO REGISTER | |
| These classes are offered for children who are members of Jefferson City Home Educators program. Cards must be presented at time of registration. | ||
| #1 Aft, #2 Aft, #3 Aft, #4 Aft, #5 Aft | Monday / Wednesday | 1:50 p.m. (3-5 years) 1:50 p.m. (6-12 years) |
| YMCA Child Development Center (CDC)- Winter/Spring | CLICK TO REGISTER | |
| These classes are offered for children enrolled at the YMCA Child Development Center. | ||
| #1 AM, #2 AM, #3 AM, #4 AM, #5 AM | Monday / Wednesday | 9:20, 10:10 a.m. |
FEE: |
$40 Y-member; $70 Non-member |
|
OTHER LESSONS
| High School and Adult Program - Winter/Spring | CLICK TO REGISTER | |
| Patient instructors teach correct swimming techniques. There is a low teacher/student ratio for more individualized instruction. These classes are ideal for both beginning and advanced swimmers. | ||
| #1 PM, #2 PM, #3 PM, #4 PM, #5 | Tuesday / Thursday | 8:10 p.m. |
| T.O.W. (Terrified of Water) - Winter/Spring | CLICK TO REGISTER | |
| T.O.W. is designed for the high school and adult individual who is fearful of the water. A low teacher/student ratio will help the participant relax and learn to enjoy the water. | ||
| #1 PM, #2 PM, #3 PM, #4 PM, #5 | Tuesday / Thursday | 8:10 p.m. |
| Private Lessons | ||
| Private swim lessons are offered to YMCA members and non-members. They consist of 6 (six), 30 minute classes (one swimmer per instructor). Lessons are limited to instructor and pool availability. Cancellation or rescheduling of appointments requires 24-hour notice. For additional information or to schedule lessons, please call Pat Gladbach at (573) 761-9007. | ||
| Fee: | $95 for Y-Members | $135 for Non-Members $145 for Non-Members effective Jan. 2010 |
