where strong swimmers become confident kids

Swim Lessons Program

The New Canaan YMCA follows the YMCA’s National Swim Lessons program, designed to teach safety, confidence, and strength in the water in a supportive and nurturing environment. The program is organized into eight levels and your child is assigned to a level at the beginning of each session.  In our bright aquatics center, swim lessons are available as parent/child classes, small group, private, and semi-private lessons.

Competitive Aquatics

The Y is where athletes develop skills and build character. Our Y proudly offers competitive aquatics teams where our young athletes develop not only the physical skills of the sport, but also strengthen their foundations of teamwork and self-confidence. Learn more about our competitive aquatics teams below.