Preschool Swim Lessons (3-5 years)

Preschool Swim Lessons (3-5 years)

Preschool students (ages 3-5) learn personal water safety and achieve basic swimming competency by learning two benchmark skills: swim, float, swim—sequencing front glide, roll, back float, roll, front glide, and exit—and jump, push, turn, grab.

In Water Acclimation, Water Movement, and Water Stamina, students are taught the recommended skills for all to have around water including safe water habits, underwater exploration, and how to swim to safety and exit in the event of falling into a body of water. Activities, games, and drills, geared to reinforce learning, are utilized heavily as students progress in this skill-based approach to swimming.

To view all program guides, click here.

 

 

 

See Preschool All levels for morning lesson offerings.

Not sure which level your child(ren) should be in? Click on the image to enlarge.

Interested in Private swim lessons fill out the Private Swimming Lesson Form to be connected with our aquatics department.


Winter-ELC Childcare Swim Lessons-West Washington

West Washington
1/5/27 - 2/23/27
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For children enrolled through the Y’s full day child care site the Early Learning Center. Please submit receipt along with permission form so your child can leave the center for swim lessons. Swimmers will be introduced to basic swimming skills such as kicking, paddling, front and back float, blowing bubbles and swimming on their sides, gradually working on these skills without assistance.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Member 11/23/26 11/29/26 Front Desk $ 61.00-
Member & Community Participant 11/30/26 1/17/27 Front Desk $ 61.00$ 127.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
01/05/27 - 02/23/27
West Washington Pool - Tu - 10:45 am - 11:15 am
10 / 10 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26

Winter 1: All Preschool Level

West Washington
1/5/27 - 2/24/27
VIEW

Students will be placed in small groups with other students of similar age and skill within their registration time.  Just pick the time that works best for your family’s schedule.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Member 11/23/26 11/29/26 Online / Front Desk $ 61.00-
Member & Community Participant 11/30/26 1/17/27 Online / Front Desk $ 61.00$ 127.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
01/05/27 - 02/23/27
West Washington Pool - Tu - 9:35 am - 10:05 am
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/06/27 - 02/24/27
West Washington Pool - We - 9:00 am - 9:30 am
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/06/27 - 02/24/27
West Washington Pool - We - 9:35 am - 10:05 am
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/06/27 - 02/24/27
West Washington Pool - We - 10:10 am - 10:40 am
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26

Winter 1: Preschool Stage 1: Water Acclimation-West Washington

West Washington
1/4/27 - 2/27/27
VIEW

Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water in stage 1. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in swimming.

See Preschool All levels for morning lesson offerings.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Member 11/23/26 11/29/26 Online / Front Desk $ 61.00-
Member & Community Participant 11/30/26 1/17/27 Online / Front Desk $ 61.00$ 127.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
01/04/27 - 02/22/27
West Washington Pool - Mo - 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/04/27 - 02/22/27
West Washington Pool - Mo - 5:20 pm - 5:50 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/04/27 - 02/22/27
West Washington Pool - Mo - 5:55 pm - 6:25 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/04/27 - 02/22/27
West Washington Pool - Mo - 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/05/27 - 02/23/27
West Washington Pool - Tu - 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/05/27 - 02/23/27
West Washington Pool - Tu - 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/05/27 - 02/23/27
West Washington Pool - Tu - 5:20 pm - 5:50 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/06/27 - 02/24/27
West Washington Pool - We - 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/06/27 - 02/24/27
West Washington Pool - We - 5:20 pm - 5:50 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/06/27 - 02/24/27
West Washington Pool - We - 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/07/27 - 02/25/27
West Washington Pool - Th - 5:20 pm - 5:50 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/09/27 - 02/27/27
West Washington Pool - Sa - 8:45 am - 9:15 am
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/09/27 - 02/27/27
West Washington Pool - Sa - 9:20 am - 9:50 am
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/09/27 - 02/27/27
West Washington Pool - Sa - 9:55 am - 10:25 am
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26

Winter 1: Preschool Stage 2: Water Movement-West Washington

West Washington
1/4/27 - 2/27/27
VIEW

In stage 2, students focus on body position and control, directional change and forward movement in the water while also continuing to practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.

See Preschool All levels for morning lesson offerings.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Member 11/23/26 11/29/26 Online / Front Desk $ 61.00-
Member & Community Participant 11/30/26 1/17/27 Online / Front Desk $ 61.00$ 127.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
01/04/27 - 02/22/27
West Washington Pool - Mo - 5:20 pm - 5:50 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/04/27 - 02/22/27
West Washington Pool - Mo - 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/05/27 - 02/23/27
West Washington Pool - Tu - 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/05/27 - 02/23/27
West Washington Pool - Tu - 5:20 pm - 5:50 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/06/27 - 02/24/27
West Washington Pool - We - 5:20 pm - 5:50 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/07/27 - 02/25/27
West Washington Pool - Th - 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/07/27 - 02/25/27
West Washington Pool - Th - 5:20 pm - 5:50 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/07/27 - 02/25/27
West Washington Pool - Th - 5:55 pm - 6:25 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/07/27 - 02/25/27
West Washington Pool - Th - 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/09/27 - 02/27/27
West Washington Pool - Sa - 9:20 am - 9:50 am
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26

Winter 1: Preschool Stage 3: Water Stamina-West Washington

West Washington
1/4/27 - 2/27/27
VIEW

In stage 3, students learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages in the event of falling into a body of water. This stage also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action.

See Preschool All levels for morning lesson offerings.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Member 11/23/26 11/29/26 Online / Front Desk $ 61.00-
Member & Community Participant 11/30/26 1/17/27 Online / Front Desk $ 61.00$ 127.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
01/04/27 - 02/22/27
West Washington Pool - Mo - 5:55 pm - 6:25 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/05/27 - 02/23/27
West Washington Pool - Tu - 5:55 pm - 6:25 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/06/27 - 02/24/27
West Washington Pool - We - 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/06/27 - 02/24/27
West Washington Pool - We - 5:55 pm - 6:25 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/07/27 - 02/25/27
West Washington Pool - Th - 5:55 pm - 6:25 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/09/27 - 02/27/27
West Washington Pool - Sa - 9:55 am - 10:25 am
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/09/27 - 02/27/27
West Washington Pool - Sa - 10:30 am - 11:00 am
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26

Winter 1: Preschool Stage 4: Stroke Introduction - West Washington

West Washington
1/4/27 - 2/27/27
VIEW

Students in stage 4 develop stroke technique in front crawl and back crawl and learn the breaststroke kick and butterfly kick. Water safety is reinforced through treading water and elementary backstroke.

See Preschool All levels for morning lesson offerings.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Member 11/23/26 11/29/26 Online / Front Desk $ 61.00-
Member & Community Participant 11/30/26 1/17/27 Online / Front Desk $ 61.00$ 127.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
01/04/27 - 02/22/27
West Washington Pool - Mo - 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/05/27 - 02/23/27
West Washington Pool - Tu - 5:55 pm - 6:25 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/06/27 - 02/24/27
West Washington Pool - We - 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/07/27 - 02/25/27
West Washington Pool - Th - 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26
01/09/27 - 02/27/27
West Washington Pool - Sa - 10:30 am - 11:00 am
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 11/23/26

Winter 2: Preschool All Levels Mornings

West Washington
3/2/27 - 4/21/27
VIEW

Students will be placed in small groups with other students of similar age and skill within their registration time.  Just pick the day and time that works best for your family’s schedule.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Member 1/25/27 1/31/27 Online / Front Desk $ 61.00-
Member & Community Participant 2/1/27 3/14/27 Online / Front Desk $ 61.00$ 127.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
03/02/27 - 04/20/27
West Washington Pool - Tu - 9:35 am - 10:05 am
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/03/27 - 04/21/27
West Washington Pool - We - 9:00 am - 9:30 am
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/03/27 - 04/21/27
West Washington Pool - We - 9:35 am - 10:05 am
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/03/27 - 04/21/27
West Washington Pool - We - 10:10 am - 10:40 am
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27

Winter 2: Preschool Stage 1: Water Acclimation-West Washington

West Washington
3/1/27 - 4/24/27
VIEW

Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water in stage 1. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in swimming.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Member 1/25/27 1/31/27 Online / Front Desk $ 61.00-
Member & Community Participant 2/1/27 3/14/27 Online / Front Desk $ 61.00$ 127.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
03/01/27 - 04/19/27
West Washington Pool - Mo - 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/01/27 - 04/19/27
West Washington Pool - Mo - 5:20 pm - 5:50 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/01/27 - 04/19/27
West Washington Pool - Mo - 5:55 pm - 6:25 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/01/27 - 04/19/27
West Washington Pool - Mo - 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/02/27 - 04/20/27
West Washington Pool - Tu - 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/02/27 - 04/20/27
West Washington Pool - Tu - 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/02/27 - 04/20/27
West Washington Pool - Tu - 5:20 pm - 5:50 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/03/27 - 04/21/27
West Washington Pool - We - 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/03/27 - 04/21/27
West Washington Pool - We - 5:20 pm - 5:50 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/03/27 - 04/21/27
West Washington Pool - We - 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/04/27 - 04/22/27
West Washington Pool - Th - 5:20 pm - 5:50 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/06/27 - 04/24/27
West Washington Pool - Sa - 8:45 am - 9:15 am
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/06/27 - 04/24/27
West Washington Pool - Sa - 9:20 am - 9:50 am
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/06/27 - 04/24/27
West Washington Pool - Sa - 9:55 am - 10:25 am
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27

Winter 2: Preschool Stage 2: Water Movement-West Washington

West Washington
3/1/27 - 4/24/27
VIEW

In stage 2, students focus on body position and control, directional change and forward movement in the water while also continuing to practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Member 1/25/27 1/31/27 Online / Front Desk $ 61.00-
Member & Community Participant 2/1/27 3/14/27 Online / Front Desk $ 61.00$ 127.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
03/01/27 - 04/19/27
West Washington Pool - Mo - 5:20 pm - 5:50 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/01/27 - 04/19/27
West Washington Pool - Mo - 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/02/27 - 04/20/27
West Washington Pool - Tu - 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/02/27 - 04/20/27
West Washington Pool - Tu - 5:20 pm - 5:50 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/03/27 - 04/21/27
West Washington Pool - We - 5:20 pm - 5:50 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/04/27 - 04/22/27
West Washington Pool - Th - 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/04/27 - 04/22/27
West Washington Pool - Th - 5:20 pm - 5:50 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/04/27 - 04/22/27
West Washington Pool - Th - 5:55 pm - 6:25 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/04/27 - 04/22/27
West Washington Pool - Th - 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/06/27 - 04/24/27
West Washington Pool - Sa - 9:20 am - 9:50 am
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27

Winter 2: Preschool Stage 3: Water Stamina-West Washington

West Washington
3/1/27 - 4/24/27
VIEW

In stage 3, students learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages in the event of falling into a body of water. This stage also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Member 1/25/27 1/31/27 Online / Front Desk $ 61.00-
Member & Community Participant 2/1/27 3/14/27 Online / Front Desk $ 61.00$ 127.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
03/01/27 - 04/19/27
West Washington Pool - Mo - 5:55 pm - 6:25 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/02/27 - 04/20/27
West Washington Pool - Tu - 5:55 pm - 6:25 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/03/27 - 04/21/27
West Washington Pool - We - 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/03/27 - 04/21/27
West Washington Pool - We - 5:55 pm - 6:25 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/04/27 - 04/22/27
West Washington Pool - Th - 5:55 pm - 6:25 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/06/27 - 04/24/27
West Washington Pool - Sa - 9:55 am - 10:25 am
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/06/27 - 04/24/27
West Washington Pool - Sa - 10:30 am - 11:00 am
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27

Winter 2: Preschool Stage 4: Stroke Introduction - West Washington

West Washington
3/1/27 - 4/24/27
VIEW

Students in stage 4 develop stroke technique in front crawl and back crawl and learn the breaststroke kick and butterfly kick. Water safety is reinforced through treading water and elementary backstroke.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Member 1/25/27 1/31/27 Online / Front Desk $ 61.00-
Member & Community Participant 2/1/27 3/14/27 Online / Front Desk $ 61.00$ 127.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
03/01/27 - 04/19/27
West Washington Pool - Mo - 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/02/27 - 04/20/27
West Washington Pool - Tu - 5:55 pm - 6:25 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/03/27 - 04/21/27
West Washington Pool - We - 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/04/27 - 04/22/27
West Washington Pool - Th - 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27
03/06/27 - 04/24/27
West Washington Pool - Sa - 10:30 am - 11:00 am
5 / 5 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/25/27