Mesabi YMCA

Become an American Red Cross certified lifeguard!  Registration deadline is October 4th.  100% attendance is required to become certified.

PREREQUISITES:
*Must be 15 years or older
*Must be able to swim 550 yards proficiently
*Must complete the pre-swim test to be held on October 4th.

FEE: $135 (includes textbook, pocket mask and certification fees)

Overcome lifelong fears of water.  Work at your own pace with caring YMCA staff encouraging and teaching swim skills, proper technique and safety.  Set your own goals and work at your own pace.

AGES: 18 years and over

TIMES:
Monday 6:15-7:00pm or Tuesday 2:00-2:45pm

FEES:
Members $15
Non-Members $45

Individual instruction for any ability of any age. Tailored to meet your needs. By appointment only. Contact the Aquatics Director.

FEES:
Members $15 for ½ hour
Non-Members $20 for ½ hour

Parent/Child water acclimation program. Tight fitting plastic pants or swim diapers are required.  Parent or trusted adult joins child at all times.

AGES: 6 months - 3 years

TIMES: Monday or Wednesday 5:25-6:10pm

FEES:
Members $15
Non-Members $45

YMCA swim lessons are a series of programs allowing students to work at their own pace, succeed often and build self-confidence and self-esteem.  Lessons run 45 minutes.  Class size is limited to please register early!

Pre-School:  Ages 3 - 5 years
Pike, Eel, Ray, Starfish

Youth: Ages 6 - 11 years
Polliwog, Guppy, Minnow, Fish, Flying Fish, Shark, Porpoise

Please see the schedule below for class days & times.

FEES:
Members $15 ($20 after registration deadline)
Non-Members $45 ($50 after registration deadline)

For teens (12 - 17 years old) who've not had lessons before or who are not comfortable in the water.  Basic swimming and water safety skills are taught in a relaxed and fun way.  Stop at the Member Services Desk and leave your name and number for our Aquatics Director if you're interested.