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SWIMMING & AQUATICS PROGRAMS
Enjoy summer fun with the family and beat the heat with the YMCA at our Indoor Pool!
All Aquatic Programs will take place at the Duneland YMCA Healthy Living Campus (Former Chesterton Middle School), 651 W Morgan Avenue, Chesterton, IN 46304. Please use the Porter Avenue entrance. The 2024 Summer season runs from June 3rd through August 2nd.
SWIM LESSONS
AT THE Y, WE BELIEVE THE ABILITY TO SWIM IS A CRITICAL LIFE SKILL
The goal of the YMCA’s Aquatics Department is to provide a positive aquatic experience. We help build self-esteem through accomplishments, develop an awareness of safety through the practice of skills, and instill the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. All of the programs are progressive, building upon basic skills and progressing toward mastery of techniques, and eventually toward other aspects of aquatics and the potential for lifelong involvements in aquatic programs.
Summer Swim Lesson Sessions runs from June 3rd to August 2nd at Duneland YMCA Healthy Living Campus (Former Chesterton Middle School). Register Now or call (219) 926-4204.
Private Swim Lessons
It’s the YMCA’s philosophy that most people learn better in a group setting. However, sometimes individual attention is needed. Private lessons are available by appointment only! To register for Private Swim Lessons, contact Kelley Keating at [email protected].
WATER AEROBICS
DIVE INTO FITNESS
Cool down and tone up with our invigorating water aerobics class! This low-impact, full-body workout is perfect for all ages and abilities, whether you’re new to exercise or a seasoned athlete. Join our certified instructors in the pool for a fun and challenging workout. Greater mobility, reduced pain and fatigue, increased muscle strength and enhanced sleep quality are just a few of the benefits of a regular fitness workout in the pool. This class uses low intensity exercises with use of noodles and barbells. The focus is on cardiovascular fitness, overall strengthening, toning and range of motion.
Water aerobics is open to both members and non-members! Non-members will be required to pay a small daily fee. Payment for the daily fee must be credit/debit card only at this time.
This class is offered at our YMCA Healthy Living Campus, 651 Morgan Ave. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Friays at 9:30am. Jump in and join us!
LAP SWIM
The YMCA offers a refreshing and invigorating lap swim program perfect for swimmers of all abilities. Whether you’re training for a triathlon or simply looking for a low-impact way to stay active, the pool provides dedicated lanes for a smooth and efficient workout.
There are 2 lanes are available Monday – Friday from 10am to 12pm. This is open to members and non-members! Non-members will be required to pay the daily fee. Payment for the daily fee must be credit/debit card only at this time.
OPEN SWIM
The pool is open for both members and non-members, offering a refreshing and relaxing way to beat the heat or get some exercise. Members can enjoy open swim as part of their membership benefits. Non-members are welcome to join the fun for a small daily fee, payable by credit or debit card only. Our friendly staff will ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all swimmers. So, grab your swimsuit and towel, and head on in for some open swim fun!
Open swim in available Monday – Friday from 1pm to 3pm.
PARENT & CHILD CLASSES
Ages 6-36 months
Our parent/child swim lessons will increase your child’s self-confidence. Accompanied by a parent, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness.
PRESCHOOL
Ages 3–5
In this program, young children learn personal water safety and achieve basic swimming competency by learning two benchmark skills—swim, float, swim and jump, push, turn, and grab.
SCHOOL-AGE
Ages 5-12
In the school-age swim program, having mastered the fundamentals, students learn additional water safety skills and build stroke techniques
On the first day of class, instructors will determine the starting “stage” for your child, and place them into the appropriate lesson group. From there, children progress at their own pace through the six school age stages.
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
A private swim lesson is a one-on-one session between the student and a certified swim instructor. Private lessons include 4, 30 minute lessons.
Private swim lessons can begin at any time, if we have an available instructor. Interested in Private Swim Lessons?
Have Questions? We're here to help!
For questions, please email us at [email protected] or call us at (219) 926-4204
Frequently Asked Questions
A: Instead of opening our outdoor pool this summer, we will use the indoor pool at our Duneland YMCA Healthy Living Campus, formerly known as Chesterton Middle School, to host swim lessons and aquatic programs.
A: A number of different factors played into our decision to not open our outdoor pool this summer and while we understand this is disappointing we hope that you’ll join us at our indoor pool this summer.
The cost of swimming lessons depends on the student’s YMCA membership status. Private and semi-private swimming lessons are offered at a different rate.
Member Costs:
- $45
Non-Member Costs:
- $90
You can register online or at the welcome center. For private swim lessons, contact Kelley Keating at [email protected].
