Aquatics
The YMCA was the first to offer group swim instruction. From that, YMCA aquatics centers have grown to offer one-on-one coaching, competitive swim teams, water aerobics and exercise for toning and rehabilitation, and of course, recreation.
The Bayside Y offers both a year-round indoor pool, as well as an outdoor pool during the summer months. Below are the Bayside Family YMCA’s aquatics programs for every age, interest and ability …
We are currently accepting applications for Certified Lifegaurds 18 years of age and over. For more information please contact Lisa Mangione at lmangione@gpymca.org or call 245-2444.
Preschool
- PUPS Pre-Team (Ages 5-8)
This is a great introduction to swimming competitively for our younger swimmers. Swimmer must have taken starfish or guppy for at least 1 session. Pups I for ages 5-6 and Pups II for ages 7-8. Focuses on: refining front & back crawls, introducing breaststroke & butterfly, and increasing endurance.
- Pike
This class is abeginner level for children to adjust to moving through the water without adult support while using a flotation device.
- Eel
Beginner/Intermediate level for children who are comfortable in the water, but still need floatation devices.
- Ray
Intermediate level for children who need minimial assistance from flotation devices but need to increase endurance.
- Starfish
Advanced level for children who are able to swim the length of the pool without a floatation device.
Parent/Child Classes
- SKI (6-18 mos.)
Introduces infants to a safe aquatic enviroment throgh songs and games.
- Perch (18-36 mos.)
Introduces toddlers to a safe aquatic environment, as well as helps them develop basic skills, such as floating, kicking, blowing bubbles, and moving independently.
- Pike with Parent (3-4 years)
Transitions children into a class without a parent by having them participate in activities both with and without the parent. For children who are anxious or fearful of the water and need little help from a parent.
Youth 6-12 yrs.
- Polliwog 1
Beginner level for children who depend on floatation devices to swim and/or are fearful of the water. Introduces basic skills: floating, breath control, front and back paddle strokes.
- PUPS Pre-Team (ages 5-8)
This is a great introduction to swimming competitively for our younger swimmers. Swimmer must have taken starfish or guppy for at least 1 session. Pups I for ages 5-6 and Pups II for ages 7-8. Focuses on: refining front and back crawls, introducing breaststroke & butterfly, and increasing endurance.
- Polliwog 2
Second beginner level for children who are comfortable in the water and need minimal help from floatation devices. Continues to develop basic swimming skills.
- Guppy
Intermediate level for swimmers who are able to swim 25 yards without floatation. Focus is on: increasing endurance, rotary breathing, front and back crawl.
- Minnow
Second intermediate level for children who are able to swim multiple laps at a time. Focus is on: refining front and back crawl, increasing endurance, and introducing breast & side strokes.
- Fish
Advanced level. Focus on refining front and back crawls, and breaststroke. Butterfly is introduced.
- Flying Fish/Shark
Advanced level. Focus is on stroke refinement and building endurance.
Teens
- Beginner
For swimmers with little or no swimming experience. Covers basic skills: floating, front and back paddle strokes.
- Advanced
Focus is on stroke refinement and building endurance.
- Guard in Training (G.I.T)
This program is designed for teens between the ages of 16 and 18 years old. The program is designed to certify teens in life guarding, CPR, AED, first aid and oxygen administration.
- Lifeguard Certification
This class is designed to certify anyone over the age of 16 in lifeguarding.
Adults
- Beginner Lesson
For adults who have little or no swimming experience and want to learn basic skills: floating, front & back paddle strokes.
- Advanced/Stroke Refinement
Focus is on stroke refinement and building endurance.
- Masters
A lap swim time is dedicated for experienced swimmers. Great for ex-high school swimmers, triatheletes, and those just looking for a good workout. Workout is provided for you to do at your own pace.
- Aquarobics
This class provides a full body workout including cardiovascular, muscle conditioning, resistance and strength training in the shallow end of the pool.
- Deep Water Exercise
A workout in the deep end of the pool that increases endurance while strengthen and toning muscles without putting stress on joints. Aqua belts are provided.
Private lessons are available for all ages and abilities. Offered is a half hour one-on-one lesson with one of our experienced instructors.