Indoor/Outdoor Pool Schedule - June 1-August 13 at 1 p.m.
Outdoor Pool Schedule - August 13 at 1 p.m.-Sepember 6.
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 |
| Mini (7 classes) | $35 | $61 |
| Holiday (6 classes) | $30 | $52 |
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 schedules. 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.
- Indoor/Outdoor Pool Schedule - June 1-August 14
- Outdoor Pool Schedule - August 13 at 1 p.m.-Sepember 6.
Supervision of Children
During recreational swims, an adult (18 years & up) MUST accompany children 7 years of age and under in the water. An adult MUST accompany children 8-13 years of age in the pool area.
Summer 2010 Session Dates
| Session | Dates |
Days |
| July #2 | July 19-29 | M-Th am |
| Aug #1 | Aug 2-12 | M-Th am |
| Aug #2 | Aug 2-12 | M-Th pm |
Fall 2010 Session Dates
| Session | Dates |
Days |
| #1 AM | Sept. 8-29 | M/W morning |
| #1 Afternoon | Sept. 8-29 | M/W afternoon |
| #1 PM | Sept. 7-30 | T/Th evening |
| #2 AM | Oct. 4-27 | M/W morning |
| #2 Afternoon | Oct. 4-27 | M/W afternoon |
| #2 PM | Oct. 5-28 | T/Th evening |
| #3 AM | Nov. 1-24 | M/W morning |
| #3 Afternoon | Nov. 1-24 | M/W afternoon |
| #3 PM | Nov. 2-23 | T/Th evening-mini session |
| #4 AM | Nov. 29-Dec. 20 | M/W morning-mini session |
| #4 Afternoon | Nov. 29-Dec. 20 | M/W afternoon-mini session |
| #4 PM | Nov. 30-Dec. 21 | T/Th evening-mini session |
| Sat. #1 | Sept. 11-Oct. 30 | Saturday morning |
| Sat. #2 | Nov. 5-Dec. 18 (no class Nov. 27) |
Saturday morning-holiday session |
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. CLICK TO REGISTER
| Skips - Fall | ||
| #1 PM, #3 PM | T/Th | 6:30 pm |
| Sat. #1, Sat., #2 | Saturday | 10:20 am |
PERCH: 2-4 years. Parent accompanies child into pool and class works on Pike skills. CLICK TO REGISTER
| Perch - Fall | ||
| #2 PM, #4 PM | T/Th | 6:30 pm |
| Sat. #1; Sat. #2 | Saturday | 9:30 am |
PIKE: 3-5 years. Beginner–swims very little or not at all. CLICK TO REGISTER
| Pike - Summer | ||
| July #2 | M-Th | 9:35, 10:25 am |
| Aug #1 | M-Th | 9:35, 10:25, |
| Aug #2 | M-Th | 6:30, 7:20 pm |
| Pike - Fall | ||
| #1 AM, #2 AM, #3 AM, #4 AM | M/W | 9:20 am |
| #1 Aft., #2 Aft., #3 Aft., #4 Aft. | M/W | 1 pm |
| #1 PM, #2 PM, #3 PM, #4 PM | T/Th | 6:30, 7:20 pm |
| Sat. #1, Sat. #2 | Saturday | 9:30, 10:20, 11:10 am |
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 - Summer | ||
| July #2, Aug #1 | M-Th | 9:35, 10:25 am |
| Aug #2 | M-Th | 6:30 pm |
| Eel and Ray - Fall | ||
| #1 AM, #2 AM, #3 AM, #4 AM | M/W | 9:20 am |
| #1 Aft., #2 Aft., #3 Aft., #4 Aft. | M/W |
1 pm |
| #1 PM, #2 PM, #3 PM, #4 PM | T/Th | 6:30 pm |
| Sat. #1, Sat. #2 | Saturday | 10:20 am |
POLLIWOG: 6-12 years. Beginner–swims very little, or not at all. CLICK TO REGISTER
| Polliwog - Summer | ||
| July #2, Aug #1 | M-Th | 10:25 am |
| Aug #2 | M-Th | 6:30 pm |
| Polliwog - Fall | ||
| #1 PM, #2 PM, #3 PM, #4 PM | T/Th | 6:30 pm |
| Sat. #1, Sat. #2 | Saturday | 9:30 am |
GUPPY: 6-12 years. Advanced Beginner–Swims one length of pool with float belt and floats front and back unassisted without float belt. CLICK TO REGISTER
| Guppy - Summer | ||
| July #2, Aug #1 | M-Th | 9:35 am, 11:15 am |
| July #2, Aug #1 | M-Th | 10:25 am |
| July #2 | M-Th | 11:15 am |
| Aug #2 | M-Th | 6:30, 7:20 pm |
| Guppy - Fall | ||
| #1 PM, #2 PM, #3 PM, #4 PM | T/Th | 7:20 pm |
| Sat. #1, Sat. #2 | Saturday | 10:20, 11:10 am |
MINNOW: 6-12 years. Intermediate Level–Swims one length of pool paddle stroke with rotary breathing. CLICK TO REGISTER
| Minnow - Summer | ||
| July #2, Aug #1 | M-Th | 9:35, 11:15 am |
| Aug #2 | M-Th | 7:20 pm |
| Minnow - Fall | ||
| #1 PM, #2 PM, #3 PM, #4 PM | T/Th | 7:20 pm |
| Sat. #1, Sat. #2 | Saturday | 11:10 am |
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 - Summer | ||
| July #2, Aug #1 | M-Th | 11:15 am |
| Aug #2 | M-Th | 7:20 pm (Fish/FF) |
| Fish/Flying Fish- Fall | ||
| #1 PM, #2 PM, #3 PM, #4 PM | T/Th | 7:20 pm |
| Sat. #1, Sat. #2 | Saturday | 11:10 am |
FLYING FISH: 6-12 years. Very Advanced Swimmer– Swims 2 lengths each: front crawl, backstroke and elementary backstroke.
SHARK: 6-12 years. Senior Level - Swims individual medley. Works on lifesaving, starts and turns.
| Flying Fish/Shark - Summer | ||
| July #2, Aug #1 | M-Th | 11:15 am (FF/Shark) |
| Aug #2 | M-Th | 7:20 pm (Fish/FF) |
SPECIAL GROUP CLASSES
| YMCA Child Development Center (CDC)- Winter/Spring | ||
| These classes are offered for children enrolled at the YMCA Child Development Center. | ||
| #1 AM, #2 AM, #3 AM, #4 AM | Monday / Wednesday | 10:10 a.m. |
OTHER LESSONS
| High School and Adult Program - Summer | 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. | ||
| Aug #2 | M-Th | 8:10 pm |
| High School and Adult Program - Fall | CLICK TO REGISTER | |
| Participants learn correct swimming techniques, basic lifesaving skills and safety. The teacher/student ratio is 1:6 for all classes. These classes are ideal for both beginning and advanced swimmers. Classes meet for 45 minutes. | ||
| #1 PM, #2 PM, #3 PM, #4 PM | T/Th | 8:10 pm |
| T.O.W. (Terrified of Water) - Summer | 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. | ||
| Aug #2 | M-Th | 8:10 pm |
| T.O.W. (Terrified of Water) - Fall | 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 | T/Th | 8:10 pm |
| 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 | $145 for Non-Members |
