Newcomer Swimming Lessons Ages 4-15
We are excited to offer FREE swimming lessons for newcomer children aged 4–15 at Centre Branch YMCA. No previous swimming experience is needed — just a willingness to learn! Our certified instructors and volunteers will guide participants through safe, fun lessons using lifejackets and other learning aids. English language skills are not required.
Dates & Times
- April 15 & 22 - Wednesdays at 5:00pm, 5:35pm, 6:10pm
- April 16 & 23 - Thursdays at 5:00pm, 5:35pm, 6:10pm
- April 18 & 25 - Saturdays at 9:30am, 10:05am, 10:40am, 11:15am
Program Highlights
- Free lessons, funded through Jumpstart
- For newcomers to Canada
- For children ages 4–15
- All swim levels welcome
- Clean swim clothing required (no hoods; head coverings welcome)
- Parents must stay to watch or join their child in the water
- Classes offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays, or Saturdays (same time each week)
- Our pool is a maximum depth of 6 feet
- Tours of the facility available before your first lesson
- Certified instructors — instructor gender not guaranteed but we will do our best to accommodate
- No English needed