Aquatics

The YMCA Aquatics program is designed to teach personal water safety, stroke development, water sports and games, rescue and personal growth skills. Aquatics at the Y are divided by age and by skill levels. Advancing to the next level is dependent on the individual’s completion of required skills. Adult classes and swim programs are also available.  The YMCA offers swim lessons from ages 6 months through seniors.

Youth Swim Lessons

National YMCA Aquatics programs are designed to teach personal water safety, stroke development, water sports & games, rescue and personal growth skills to children. Our program is divided by age and by skill levels. Advancing to the next level is dependent on the child's completion of required skills. Children learn at their own pace. Session length does not guarantee that all children will advance to the next level. All instructors are trained to work with children. A minimum number of students must be registered for the class to take place. Early registration is encouraged.

PRESCHOOL, YOUTH and ADULT LESSONS
You're never to young or too old to learn how swim!  Parent/child classes begin at six months and group swim lessons available for ages three through adult.  For more information on class times and skill levels, visit our online registration page!

PRIVATE LESSONS
Ages 4 through adult. Receive six 30-minute lessons per session.  Contact Aquatics for more information or register at the Service Center today!

SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS
Ages 4 through adult. Two participants receive six 30-minute lessons per session.
Both participants must be full members.  Contact Aquatics for more information or register at the Service Center today!

Water Exercise

The YMCA offers a wide variety of water exercise classes for all fitness levels. Classes focus on cardiovascular endurance, muscle strength and toning, and flexibility. The YMCA even partners with the Arthritis Foundation to offer water classes for those with arthritis or joint problems.  For more information on specific class descriptions and the days/times offered, visit our online registration page!

Water Safety Badge

The YMCA offers the opportunity for Girl Scout and Boy Scout troops to earn Water Safety Badges.  For more information contact Aquatics at 314.439.9622 x247.

Pool Birthday Parties

For more information on having your child's birthday party at the Edward Jones YMCA Pool & Waterpark, click here!